Dresden Airport – flight delay and flight cancellation
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655 flights tracked
2 flights delayed by >3 hours
7 flights cancelled
It's located 9 km from the centre of the city. More than 1.8 million air passengers pass through Dresden Airport per year (recorded in 2018). Dresden Airport is the hub for KLM, Air Malta, and Air Canada. Additionally, it is the base for Elbe Flugzeugwerke.
Address:
Flughafenstrasse, 01109 Dresden, Germany
Arrivals (flight irregularity)
Departures (flight irregularity)
Minimum Connection Time in Dresden Airport
A key factor to know when a route has a connecting flight is the Minimum Connection Time (MCT) in the airport. It is recommended to always check this before booking flights. The MCT is also important if the passenger is claiming for compensation for a missed connection. Below you can see the MCT in Dresden Airport for connecting flights.
- Between domestic flights: 45 min.
- Between domestic and international flights: 60 min.
- Between international flights: 60 min.
Dresden Airport terminal
Airport terminals are the areas or different buildings which enable air travellers to travel between ground transport and the facilities for boarding and disembarking from the plane. It is crucial to know which terminal you are departing from or travelling through, due to the fact that terminals in bigger airports may be a long distance from each other and travellers can need more time to get to the necessary one. In Dresden Airport there is 1 Terminal.
Terminal 1 – Eurowings, Aeroflot, KLM, Lufthansa, Corendon Airlines and others
Dresden Airport transportation
It can be a challenge when visiting a destination for the very first time to find the most convenient way to reach the centre of the city. It is not always possible to travel by public transportation straight from the airport and taxis can be pricey. It is a good idea to check all the transport options ahead of travelling so you can schedule your trip respectively.
Dresden Airport train
- S-Bahn-Line S2
Direction: Pirna
Travel time (approx.): 25 min. to Central Station
Tickets: can be purchased at ticket machines at the stations or online
Ticket price: adult single ticket starts from 2.40 EUR, children (6 - 14) single ticket starts from 1.60 EUR
Dresden Airport bus lines
- Line 77
Direction: Klotzsche Infineon
Travel time (approx.): 7 min. to the final destination
Tickets: can be purchased at the ticket machines at the bus stops
Ticket price: adult single ticket starts from 2.40 EUR, children single ticket starts from 1.60 EUR - Line 80
Direction: Omsewitz - Klotzsche
Travel time (approx.): 8 min. to the Grenzstrasse railway station
Tickets: can be purchased at the ticket machines at the bus stops
Ticket price: adult single ticket starts from 2.40 EUR, children single ticket starts from 1.60 EUR
Dresden Airport taxi
- Pick up point: in front of the Terminal
Travel time (approx.): 20-25 min. to the city centre
Approximate price: from 20 EUR
Where to have a rest in Dresden Airport
Sometimes passengers face prolonged waiting times between flights, such as overnight layovers or a delayed flight until the following day. In such instances, it is good to be familiar with the potential places where you can pass time and have a good rest between flights.
Dresden Airport lounge
Lounges are amenities in the airport which provide passengers with services, for example food, beverages, relaxation zones, free WIFI and showers, so that passengers can wait in comfort.
- Lufthansa Business Lounge
Location: Main Terminal, after security
Opening hours: Mon-Fri: 06:30 AM - 08:45 PM, Sat: 04:30 AM - 06:45 PM, Sun: 05:00 AM - 08:45 PM
Price: from 35.50 EUR
Hotels near Dresden Airport
Sometimes when the lounges are not relaxing enough for sleep, or your flight departs the following day, you may find it necessary to stay for a night in a hotel close to the airport. Sometimes hotels are situated in the airport building, however at others you may need to leave the airport vicinity to get to the closest hotel. In the event you choose to stay overnight in hotel between flights, we have chosen some comfortable alternatives for you.
- Dormero Hotel
Price: from 89 EUR per night
Address: Hotel Dresden Airport, Karl-Marx-Strasse 25, 01109 Dresden, Germany
Contact: +49 35 188330 - Schmiedeschänke Hotel
Price: from 49 EUR per night
Address: Boltenhagener Str. 110, 01109 Dresden, Germany
Contact: +49 35 18802380
Dresden Airport restaurants and cafes
Feeling hungry or thirsty while travelling is the last thing you need. We have several choices for your needs, whether you're looking for an early breakfast, a sit-down dinner during an extensive layover, or a snack to take on board with you.
- ElbeZeit Café
Description: coffee and snacks
Location: Departures, public area - ElbeZeit Bistro
Description: refreshments and snacks
Location: Arrivals
Dresden Airport shopping
The airport shops are the perfect place to get that last-minute souvenir, or simply to kill some time before flying. To find the best shops for your needs, have a look at the guide below.
- beDUTYfree
Description: Duty Free
Location: Departures, security area
Opening hours: 04:30 AM - 10:00 PM, daily - Gate 14
Description: confectionery, cold drinks, luxury alcoholic specialities, regional products, souvenirs, accessories, travel items
Location: Arrivals, public area
Opening hours: Mon-Fri: 06:00 AM - 08:00 PM, Sat: 07:00 AM - 05:00 PM, Sun: 08:00 AM - 08:00 PM - Remember Dresden!
Description: Dresden souvenirs
Location: Departures, security area
Opening hours: acc. to flight schedule
Dresden Airport car rental
Sometimes driving is the best way to explore a destination, or maybe you need a car for your journey. To enable you to select the most suitable car hire company for your journey, we have provided a list below.
- Avis
Location: Arrivals
Opening hours: Mon-Fri: 07:00 AM - 11:15 PM, Sat: 08:00 AM - 04:00 PM, Sun: 10:00 AM - 11:15 PM
Contact: +49 35 1881460001 - Budget
Location: Arrivals
Opening hours: Mon-Fri: 07:00 AM - 11:15 PM, Sat: 08:00 AM - 04:00 PM, Sun: 10:00 AM - 11:15 PM
Contact: +49 69 710445596 - Sixt
Location: Arrivals
Opening hours: Mon-Fri: 07:00 AM - 11:30 PM, Sat-Sun and holidays: 08:00 AM - 11:30 PM
Contact: +49 89 66060060
Other Dresden Airport services you might need
The list below shows some other important amenities you might need during your time in the airport.
- The Travel Centre
Location: Departures, public area
Opening hours: 10:00 AM - 06:00 PM, daily - Airport Chaplaincy
Location: Arrivals level in the Terminal
Opening hours: 24 hrs., daily
Contact: +49 351 881 5500 - Children’s Play Area
Location: Departures, before and after security
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