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Leo Airport (XLU)

Leo, Burkina Faso · small airport · 11.100° -2.100° ·
Airport Information
IATA CodeXLU
ICAO CodeDFCL
Typesmall airport
NameLeo Airport
MunicipalityLeo
CountryBurkina Faso
ContinentAF
Latitude11.100° N
Longitude-2.100° W
Elevation1181 ft
Climate ZoneTropical
Scheduled ServiceYes
Score50
Local TimeLoading...
Country & Timezone Info
CountryBurkina Faso
ISO Code
RegionLeo
Continent CodeAF
IANA TimezoneAfrica/Ouagadougou
UTC Offset (Standard)UTC+0
DST OffsetUTC+0
Current Offset--

🌬 Best Time to Fly

Recommended: November – February
Cooler dry season across Africa
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Dry: Nov–FebWet: Mar–Oct

✈ Airlines Serving XLU

ET — Ethiopian AirlinesMS — EgyptAirSA — South African AirwaysKQ — Kenya Airways

🌡 Climate — Tropical (11.1°N)

Jan
30°
22°
Feb
30°
22°
Mar
31°
22°
Apr
31°
23°
May
31°
23°
Jun
31°
23°
Jul
30°
22°
Aug
30°
22°
Sep
30°
22°
Oct
30°
22°
Nov
30°
22°
Dec
30°
22°
* Approximate average temperatures by month based on tropical latitude zone

✨ AI-Enhanced Insights

Leo Airport (XLU/DFCL) is a small airfield serving Léo, a town in southern Burkina Faso's Centre-Ouest region. It primarily supports general aviation, charter, and private flights rather than large scheduled airline operations. Its location near town makes it a practical but basic access point for the surrounding Sissili Province area.

💡 Local Tip
Frequent visitors confirm runway and weather conditions with their operator before flying in, especially after heavy rain, and carry CFA francs for local taxis and small purchases.
🚖 Getting There

A taxi or pre-arranged private car from Léo is the most practical way to reach the airport. Allow extra travel time during the rainy season, roughly June to October, when local roads can be muddy or rough. Confirm your pickup in advance because ride-hailing and on-demand services are not widely available in the area.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What are the airport codes for Leo Airport?
A: Leo Airport uses IATA code XLU and ICAO code DFCL.

Q: Does Leo Airport have scheduled commercial flights?
A: It is a small airport, so scheduled passenger service is limited or unavailable; most movements are general aviation, charter, or private aircraft. Confirm current options with local operators.

Q: How do I get from Leo Airport to Léo town?
A: The airport is near Léo, so a short taxi or pre-arranged private transfer is typical. Public transport at the airport is not reliable, so arrange pickup in advance.

Q: What facilities should I expect at Leo Airport?
A: Expect basic or limited facilities. Do not count on full terminal services, so arrange fuel, handling, and ground transport ahead of time.
AI-generated content · Generated Sep 26, 2026 · deepseek-v4.1-flash

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PUP Po Airport Po, Burkina Faso 104.2 km 64.7 mi View →
WZA Wa Airport Wa, Ghana 121.6 km 75.5 mi View →
XDE Diebougou Airport Diebougou, Burkina Faso 126.6 km 78.7 mi View →
XGA Gaoua Airport Gaoua, Burkina Faso 140.8 km 87.5 mi View →
OUA Ouagadougou Thomas Sankara International Airport Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso 153.3 km 95.3 mi View →

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