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REU Reus Airport
Reus Airport (IATA: REU, ICAO:LERS) is located in the city of Reus, Spain. It is the primary international airport serving Reus and its surrounding metropolitan area. Phone Number :+34977779832

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IATA Code

REU

ICAO Code

LERS

Name

Reus Airport

Type

Main Airport

Country / Region

Spain (ES)

City

Reus

Latitude

41.1473999

Longitude

1.1671700

Time Zone

UTC+01:00

Phone Number

+34977779832

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Airport Overview

Reus Airport（REU / LERS） is a regional international airport in Reus, Catalonia, Spain, serving the Costa Daurada, Tarragona and surrounding commercial areas. Its location near Reus and approximately 8 km from Tarragona city centre gives it a useful regional gateway role, while the airport’s strong leisure profile means cargo planning may be influenced by seasonal passenger schedules. For international freight, our service team normally evaluates available belly capacity, approved handling arrangements and road-feeder options before confirming an itinerary. Barcelona-area alternatives may also be assessed when the required capacity, frequency or cargo acceptance conditions are not available through Reus Airport.

Airport	Reus Airport
Codes	IATA: REU \| ICAO: LERS
Location	Reus, Catalonia, Spain
Coordinates	41.1473999, 1.1671700
Time zone	UTC+01:00

Key Highlights

Regional gatewaySuitable for Catalonia-origin or destination cargo when the required handling and uplift are available.

Seasonal capacity profilePassenger-oriented schedules can affect belly-space availability; advance confirmation is important for time-critical freight.

Road connectivity mattersFor many shipments, the airport-to-warehouse or airport-to-hub trucking leg is a decisive part of the total transit plan.

Controlled acceptanceSpecial cargo, dangerous goods and temperature-sensitive shipments require carrier and handling-agent approval before booking.

Cargo Facilities & Services

Airport cargo handling: Our service team coordinates with the airport’s approved handling chain for cargo acceptance, security processing, build-up and release. Exact operating windows and cut-offs must be confirmed per flight.
General cargo: Standard export and import freight can normally be considered subject to carrier acceptance, screening requirements, shipment dimensions and available capacity.
Temperature-sensitive cargo: Cold-chain handling, cool-room access and transfer exposure must be checked with the appointed handler before booking; shippers should provide the required temperature range and handling instructions.
Dangerous goods: Acceptance depends on the operating carrier, aircraft type, commodity classification, packing instruction and current documentation. No DG space should be assumed before written confirmation.
Customs and security: Export declarations, import clearance, security screening and inspection arrangements are handled according to the applicable Spanish and European Union requirements. Our team coordinates the document flow with the customs broker and handler.

Warehouse access, bonded handling, special equipment, storage availability and collection procedures can vary by shipment and handling agent. We confirm these operational details before issuing final instructions.

Routes & Transit Times

Air routing: Reus Airport may be used for regional origin or destination cargo with onward connections through an airline’s available network. The actual routing depends on seasonality, aircraft payload, booking class and cargo acceptance.
Road-feeder alternatives: When direct uplift is unsuitable, our team may compare secured trucking to another Catalonian gateway or an airline-designated hub. This is planned as a separate transport leg and is not assumed to be an airport flight.
Transit planning: Total lead time includes booking confirmation, warehouse cut-off, security screening, customs processing, flight connection, arrival handling and final delivery. We provide an indicative plan only after checking the live schedule and cargo profile.
Seasonal impact: Leisure-focused passenger operations can create different capacity conditions across the year. Shippers should avoid relying on a fixed frequency or transit promise without a current booking confirmation.

Hinterland & Key Cargo

Primary catchment: Reus, Tarragona, the Costa Daurada and nearby industrial and commercial zones are the most relevant local demand areas.
Industrial and commercial shipments: General manufactured goods, machinery components, automotive-related parts, consumer products and urgent replacement items may be suitable, subject to dimensions and carrier acceptance.
Tourism-linked supply: Hospitality, retail and event-related shipments can create seasonal requirements for replenishment, displays, spare parts and time-sensitive supplies.
Food and agricultural cargo: Catalonia-origin food products or perishables may require prior temperature, packaging, phytosanitary and customs review. Acceptance must be confirmed for the specific commodity and routing.
Barcelona-area coverage: Cargo moving beyond the immediate Tarragona region should be compared on total door-to-door cost and time against other Catalonian gateways, including the additional trucking segment.

Operations & Compliance

Cut-off control: Cargo acceptance and documentation cut-offs are flight- and handler-specific. Our team obtains the live cut-off after the booking request; delivery to the airport should not be planned from a generic airport opening time.
Accurate declaration: The commercial invoice, packing list, air waybill data, HS classification and customs instructions must describe the cargo consistently. Incorrect weights, dimensions or commodity descriptions can trigger reweighing, delay or rejection.
Special cargo: Dangerous goods, lithium batteries, live animals, pharmaceuticals, perishables, valuables and oversized pieces require advance screening and, where applicable, shipper declarations, permits, labels, packaging and carrier approval.
Import release and collection: Consignee details, customs representation, tax arrangements and delivery instructions should be ready before arrival. Inspection, document discrepancies or unpaid charges may delay release and generate storage exposure.

Shipping Tips

Send our service team the origin, destination, commodity, total pieces, exact dimensions, gross weight, ready date and any special handling requirement before requesting a rate.
For seasonal or urgent cargo, request capacity confirmation early and ask us to compare Reus Airport with a road-feeder option through another Catalonian gateway.
Use export-grade packaging, protect against moisture and movement, and provide piece-level labels that match the air waybill and packing list.
For DG, temperature-controlled or perishable freight, provide the relevant declaration, safety data or product specification before cargo is delivered to the handler; acceptance remains subject to carrier approval.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can our shipment be booked directly from Reus Airport?

Possibly, depending on the current airline schedule, available cargo capacity, commodity and handling acceptance. Our team checks the live operating option rather than assuming that every passenger flight accepts freight.

Is Reus Airport suitable for urgent export cargo?

It can be suitable when a confirmed uplift and compatible cut-off are available. For critical shipments, we compare the complete door-to-door plan with alternative gateways because trucking and connection time may determine the fastest solution.

How should we arrange dangerous goods?

Provide the correct UN number, proper shipping name, class, packing group where applicable, net and gross quantities, packing details and shipper’s declaration before booking. Final acceptance depends on the operating carrier and handling chain.

Can temperature-sensitive or perishable cargo be handled?

Such cargo requires prior confirmation of equipment, storage, transfer time and carrier acceptance. Our service team reviews the temperature range, packaging, planned handover time and contingency arrangements before issuing instructions.

What normally causes collection delays after arrival?

Common causes include incomplete customs data, inspection, inconsistent weights or documents, missing consignee instructions and charges awaiting settlement. Preparing the broker mandate and import documents before arrival helps reduce avoidable delays.

Data Sources & Provenance

The airport identity, codes, coordinates, location, time zone and supplied passenger reference are based on the airport record provided for this page. Operational statements about schedules, handling, customs, security, special cargo and transit planning are presented as conditional logistics guidance and must be verified against the live booking, appointed handler, carrier instructions and applicable regulations.

Airport operator and operational verification: aena.es
International airline and cargo terminology reference: iata.org
European air transport network reference: eurocontrol.int
International aviation standards reference: icao.int

Schedules, capacity, handling hours, charges, customs requirements and special-cargo acceptance can change. Our service team confirms the applicable conditions at the time of quotation and booking.