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Location: The airport is situated eight miles (13km) south west of the centre of Frankfurt.Time: GMT +1 (GMT +2 between the last Sunday in March and the Saturday before the last Sunday in April).Contacts: Tel: +49 (0)69 6900.Transfer between terminals: The two terminals are connected by the Sky Line people mover.Getting to the city: Frankfurt Airport has trains from two railway stations; the long-distance railway station is at the AIRail Terminal, and there is a local railway station for S-Bahn, regional and local trains at Terminal 1, Level 1. Both railway stations are linked to Terminal 2 via buses and the Sky Line. Buses leave regularly for Frankfurt and other destinations from outside Terminals 1 and 2, tickets can be bought from the bus driver. Airline shuttles, including Lufthansa Airport Shuttle and Hahn Airport shuttle, depart from Terminal 1 outside Arrival Hall B. Taxis are available outside both terminals, the journey to central Frankfurt takes 20-30 minutes. Car hire companies are represented in both terminals.Car rental: Car hire companies represented in both terminals at the airport include Avis, Budget, Europcar, Hertz and Sixt.Airport Taxis: From Franfurt Airport taxis can be found outside either terminal and will take 20-30 minutes for the 8-mile (13km) drive to the city centre. Taxis are metered and prices are around €24 into town. Be careful of taxi drivers taking longer routes to increase the fare.Facilities: Frankfurt Airport is one of the best-equipped airports in the world; it even offers a casino. There are numerous restaurants, shops, bars and cafes in both terminals, and banks, bureaux de change and ATMs are in both Arrivals and Departures. A business centre offers Internet, fax and secretarial facilities. Other facilities include a hairdresser, chapel and children's play areas. Disabled facilities are good; travellers with special needs should ideally contact their airline in advance.Departure Tax: None.Website: www.frankfurt-airport.comSee full guide to Frankfurt Airport
Location: The airport is situated five miles (8km) from Hamburg.Time: GMT +1 (GMT +2 between the last Sunday in March and the Saturday before the last Sunday in April).Contacts: Tel: +49 (0)40 5075-0.Getting to the city: The Airport Express runs frequent buses to the Central Station (Hauptbahnhof). The TRAVELPorter Airport transfer service provides a door-to-door service within the local area. Hamburg Bus Lines service the city centre and other suburban areas. Taxis are readily available outside all terminals, they take around 30 minutes to the city centre.Car rental: Avis, Europcar, Hertz, Budget, National and Sixt are all represented in Terminal 2.Facilities: There are several restaurants, shops, bars and cafes throughout the airport, as well as banks, currency exchange and ATMs in Terminals 1 and 2. There is wireless Internet access in all terminals. Disabled facilities are good; passengers with special needs should contact their airline in advance.Departure Tax: None.Website: www.ham.airport.deSee full guide to Hamburg Airport
Munich International Airport (MUC)
Location: The airport is situated 18 miles (29km) north east of the centre of Munich.Time: GMT +1 (GMT +2 between the last Sunday in March and the Saturday before the last Sunday in April).Contacts: Tel: +49 (0)89 975 00. Flight Information: +49 (0)89 975 213 13.Getting to the city: Frequent commuter trains run by day and most of the night to various Munich stations, including the main stations for connections to major European cities. Taxis are available, as are buses to many regional destinations and the main train station. It takes about 20 minutes by train and about 45 minutes by road to reach the city centre.Car rental: Car hire companies represented include Avis, Europcar, Hertz, National and Sixt.Airport Taxis: Taxis are available, as are buses to many regional destinations and the main train station. IsarFunk Taxizentrale operates services form Minuch airport. Tel: (089) 45 0540. The journey time to the city centre is approximately 45 minutes and costs around €35 to €55.Facilities: The airport has several restaurants and bars, duty free and other shops, shower facilities and a pharmacy. ATMs and currency exchange desks are available in Arrivals and Departures. Disabled facilities are good; passengers with special needs should contact their airline in advance.Departure Tax: None.Website: www.munich-airport.deSee full guide to Munich InternationalBack to TopDusseldorf International Airport (DUS)
Location: The airport is situated six miles (10km) north of Dusseldorf.Time: GMT +1 (GMT +2 from March to October).Contacts: Tel: +49 211 4210.Getting to the city: There are plenty of transport options available at the airport, including taxis (which will cost around €20 to the city centre), limousines, local buses, a Skytrain Shuttle Bus, and the fast and efficient S-Bahn.Car rental: Car rental companies at the airport include Alamo, Europcar, Hertz, National and Avis, among others.Facilities: Facilities at the airport include ATMs, banks, a laundry, dental practice, restaurants, cafés, snack-bars, Wireless Internet access and baby-changing facilities.Parking: Long and short-term, as well as valet parking, is available.Departure Tax: None.Website: www.duesseldorf-international.deSee full guide to Dusseldorf InternationalBack to TopLocation: The airport is located eight miles (12km) southeast of Cologne and 10 miles (16km) north of Bonn.Time: GMT +1 (GMT +2 from March to October).Contacts: Tel: +49 (0)22 0340 4001.Transfer between terminals: The two terminals are linked by a walkway.Getting to the city: There are several transport options available, including taxis (which cost around €30 to Cologne and around €40 to Bonn), the local bus service, and the S-bahn.Car rental: Car rental agencies at the airport include Budget, National, Hertz, Avis and Alamo, among others.Facilities: Facilities at the airport include ATMs, left luggage, a dry cleaning service, shops and restaurants.Parking: Long and short-term parking is available.Departure Tax: None.Website: www.koeln-bonn-airport.deSee full guide to Cologne-Bonn AirportBack to Top
Stuttgart International Airport (STR)
Location: The airport is located 8 miles (13km) south of Stuttgart city centre.Time: GMT +1 (GMT +2 between the last Sunday in March and the last Sunday in October).Contacts: +49 (0)1805 948444.Getting to the city: The airport is connected to central Stuttgart by commuter trains, both serving Stuttgart central station. There are several direct bus links to destinations in and around Stuttgart, as well as a 24-hour taxi service, both departing from outside Terminal 1.Car rental: Car hire companies include Avis, Budget, Europcar, Hertz, National and Sixt.Facilities: Facilities at the airport include two banks, ATMs and bureaux de changes. There are restaurants, bars and fast food outlets, a variety of shops, including duty free shops and wireless Internet access available throughout the terminal building.Departure Tax: None.Website: www.stuttgart-airport.comSee full guide to Stuttgart AirportBack to Top- German Rail Tickets
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