The Erfurt Airport (ERF) is Thuringia‘s hub to the rest of Europe.
It has two passenger terminals and one terminal for cargo. Around 800,000 people pass this airport every year.
Distance
The Erfurt airport is just 5 km (3 mi) west from the city center of Erfurt. It is 100 km (62 mi) away from Leipzig (north-east), and 150 km (93 mi) from Nuremberg (south) as well as Frankfurt am Main (west).
Hours Of Operation
The Erfurt Airport operates from 06:00 to 22:00 every day.
Erfurt Airport Airlines
Erfurt Airport is served by Lufthansa, Air Berlin and Cirrus Airlines.
Erfurt Airport Time Table
Here are the links to the current time tables for both arrivals and departures…
Getting To And From Erfurt Airport
It is simple and wonderfully convenient to reach Erfurt Airport from the city center via public transportation.
Regional Trains
The Erfurt trams are a perfect way to transfer to the airport. You can take city rail line 4 from the main train station to connect. The trams run every 10 minutes and the journey takes only 20 minutes. Then it’s a simple three-minute walk to the terminal.
Long-Distance Trains
The long-distance trains don’t stop at the airport, but it is still an easy journey. Once outside the main station, simply hop aboard tram number 4. It will take you only 20 minutes by tram, and another 3 minutes by foot to reach the terminal.
Buses
Bus number 99 connects the airport to the main train and bus stations.
Shopping
Forgotten your toothbrush? Then make you way to the Airshop inside of ERF. Here you can pick up any forgotten or lost items, as well as reading materials and snacks for the trip ahead.
Food
The Airport Bistro provides not only sustenance for your long journey, but also a beautiful panoramic view of the surrounding areas. Nice!
Fun Facts
Your time at Erfurt Airport can be more than just a means of travel. The airport offers a viewing terrace for watching the air traffic go by.
There are also themed tours where you can get an insider’s look at the daily goings-on in the airport. They offer welcome drinks, a rescue center visit and then top it off with a meal at the airport restaurant.
