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Stuttgart Airport Guide (STR)

Airport info
Code: STR
Address:
Flughafenstrasse 43, 70629 Stuttgart, Germany
Location:

The airport is situated 13km (8 miles) south of Stuttgart.

Number of terminals: 4 Dialling code: +49
Telephone:
(01805) 948 444.
Timezone: GMT +1:00
Stuttgart Airport map

Here you'll find essential information on Stuttgart Airport, including contact details, airport transfer facts, details of airport facilities, and how to get there.

Airport news: 

Plans for a second runway are still on hold during a lengthy consultation process.

Information: 

There is a central information and help desk (tel: (711) 22280) in Terminal 3, on Level 2 (Arrivals) with multi-lingual staff. All terminals have information pillars including courtesy telephones for passenger information.

Website: 
www.stuttgart-airport.com
Transfer between terminals: 

The terminals are within walking distance of each other.

Driving directions: 

The airport is located just off Autobahn (motorway) A8 Karlsruhe-Munich. Take the exit Stuttgart-Flughafen (no.53), or Bundesstrasse B27, and follow the signs for either Arrivals (Ankunft) or Departures (Abflug). See the airport's website for detailed maps.

Public Transport

Public transport rail: 

Rail: The airport is connected to central Stuttgart by commuter trains S2 (Schorndorf) and S3 (Backnang) (tel: (711) 66060; www.vvs.de), which both serve Stuttgart central station (journey time: 30 minutes). Stuttgart central station is served by S-Bahn trains for destinations throughout Stuttgart, and high-speed intercity, express and regional trains to destinations throughout Germany and beyond (tel: (01805) 996 633; www.bahn.de). The S-Bahn station is in Terminal 1 Level 1.

 

Public transport road: 

Bus: There are several direct bus links (tel: (711) 66060; www.vvs.de) to destinations in and around Stuttgart, departing from outside Terminal 1 Arrivals level. Journey time to the city centre is around 25 minutes. The single fare is €3.40. Taxi: There is a 24-hour taxi service to Stuttgart (journey time: 20 minutes); the taxi rank is situated in front of Terminal 1, Level 3 (Departures).Taxis can be pre-booked on (0711) 551 0000 and (711) 19416.

Terminal facilities

Money: 

Facilities include ATMs and two banks with bureau de change facilities. Both are located in Terminal 1. Telephones and paid-for Wi-Fi Internet access are also available throughout the airport.

Food: 

Several restaurants, fast-food outlets, cafés and bars are available at the airport.

Shopping: 

There are a variety of shops in Terminal 1 and a supermarket in Terminal 2, Level 3. Duty and tax-free outlets (for passengers travelling outside the EU) are available in Terminals 1 and 3.

Luggage: 

There is a lost property office at the airport (tel: (0711) 948 3355). A porter service is available (tel: (0711) 948 4570).

Other: 

These include travel agencies, a hairdresser’s, massage point, visitors’ terrace, car repair service and petrol station. Sightseeing helicopter flights from the airport can also be arranged.

Airport facilities

Conference and business: 

Meeting and conference facilities, accommodating up to 400 people, are available at the Wöllhaf Conference and Banqueting Centre (tel: (711) 948 2700; www.airport-konferenz.de). Rooms are equipped with Internet access, projectors, a sound system, a variable blackout facility, sound proofing and air conditioning. Meeting and conference facilities are also available at airport hotels, including the Mövenpick Hotel Stuttgart Airport (tel: (711) 553 440; www.moevenpick-stuttgart-airport.com). The main Stuttgart Exhibition Centre (tel: (711) 185 600; www.messe-stuttgart.de) is also adjacent to the airport.

Disabled facilities: 

Assistance for disabled travellers is available from airlines and/or travel agencies, but passengers are required to arrange this in advance. The airport is fully accessible with lifts, ramps and electronic revolving doors that adjust their speed to the respective passenger; wheelchair-accessible toilets are situated on all levels. There are also wheelchair-accessible telephones available. Reserved parking is clearly marked. Europcar provides hire cars for disabled drivers; reservations must be made in advance.

Car parking: 

Short-term parking is available in car parks P1 and P3, and the covered garages P4 and P6; for long-term-use car parks P0, P2 (covered), P8 (covered), P10 (covered) and P11 (covered); the first hour of parking in P0 is free. Long-term parking is also available in P4 during the summer holidays and can be reserved in advance (tel: (711) 948 4452). Car parks are open 24 hours. Parking is also available at the P-Hotel car park.

Car rental: 

Car hire companies include Avis, Europcar, Hertz, Enterprise Rent A Car and Sixt; agencies are located in Terminal 3, Level 2 (Arrivals).

Airport hotels

There are no on-site hotels at Stuttgart Airport, but the airport's proximity to Messe Stuttgart, the region's major exhibitions and events centre, means there are numerous hotels in the vicinity. Details on other hotels in the city centre are available from the information desk in Terminal 3.

Best Western Hotel Stuttgart Airport

Best Western Hotel Stuttgart Airport is located a short distance from Stuttgart Airport. Hotel facilities include an on-site restaurant and bar, summer terrace, sauna and foreign currency exchange. Complimentary car parking is offered.

Telephone: (0711) 77830.
Website:
http://book.bestwestern.com
Best Western Plazahotel Stuttgart-Filderstadt

Best Western Plazahotel Stuttgart-Filderstadt is located just five minutes from the airport and offers a complimentary shuttle bus service. Hotel facilities include an on-site restaurant, free Wi-Fi Internet access, and parking space.

Telephone: (0711) 70900.
Website:
http://book.bestwestern.com
Hirsch Hotel Gehrung

Hirsch Hotel Gehrung is located near Stuttgart Airport and offers dining and conference facilities.

Telephone: (0711) 441 300.
Website:
www.hirsch-hotel-gehrung.de
Holiday Inn Express Stuttgart Airport

Holiday Inn Express Stuttgart Airport is located 3km (2 miles) from Stuttgart Airport and offers a shuttle bus service to/from the terminals. Hotel facilities include conference rooms, complimentary Wi-Fi Internet access, and on-site parking.

Telephone: (0711) 722 4900.
Website:
www.hiexpress.com
Mercure Hotel Stuttgart Airport

Mercure Hotel Stuttgart Airport is located close to Stuttgart Airport. Hotel facilities include a sauna and fitness centre, and an on-site restaurant and bar.

Telephone: (0711) 72660.
Website:
www.mercure.de
Mövenpick Hotel Stuttgart Airport

Mövenpick Hotel Stuttgart Airport is located within walking distance of the airport. Hotel facilities include a restaurant, and a wellness area complete with fitness equipment, sauna and steam bath. Conference/event space is also available, including a ballroom for up to 500 guests.

Telephone: (0711) 553 440.
Website:
www.moevenpick-stuttgart-airport.com
Mövenpick Hotel Stuttgart Messe

Mövenpick Hotel Stuttgart Messe is located within walking distance of Stuttgart Airport. Hotel facilities include a fitness centre with sauna and solarium, an on-site restaurant and conference space.

Telephone: (0711) 79070.
Website:
www.moevenpick-hotels.com
NH Stuttgart Airport

NH Stuttgart Airport is a ten-minute drive from Stuttgart Airport and offers a complimentary shuttle bus service to/from the terminals. The 208-room 4-star hotel has a well-being spa area, two restaurants, and a range of meeting facilities.

Telephone: (0711) 77810.
Website:
www.nh-hotels.com
Quality Hotel Schwanen

Quality Hotel Schwanen is located a few minutes' drive from Stuttgart Airport. Hotel facilities include an on-site restaurant, fitness centre, meeting space and high-speed Internet access.

Telephone: (0711) 787 8250.
Website:
www.qualityinn.com

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