Hannover Airport

Minimum Connection Time in Hannover Airport

The Minimum Connection Time (MCT) required in a specific airport is essential to know if the route has a connecting flight. It's recommended to always check this before booking tickets. The MCT is also a determining factor when a traveller needs to claim compensation for a missed connection. You can see the minimum time required for connections in Hannover Airport below.

• Between domestic flights: 25 min.
• Between domestic and international flights: 30 min.
• Between international flights: 30 min.

Hannover Airport terminals

Terminals are the sections or totally separate buildings in airports through which air passengers can move between ground transportation and the places for boarding or disembarking from the aircraft. It's essential to confirm which terminal you are leaving from or travelling through, because terminals in larger airports might be far away from each other and passengers can need more time to get to the right one. Hannover Airport has 4 Terminals.

Terminal 1 – Air France, KLM, Lufthansa and others

Terminal 2 – Aeroflot, British Airways, Germanwings, SunExpress and others

Terminal 3 – Air Berlin, Condor and TUIfly

Terminal 4 – used only by the Royal Air Force

Transport from Hannover Airport to city centre

When it is the very first time travelling to a destination, it may be hard to know the best way to reach the centre of the city. It is not always possible to travel by public transport immediately at the airport and taxis are often expensive. It is advisable to consider all the transport options before travelling so you can prepare for your trip respectively. Updated information and connections of public transport is displayed here.

Hannover Airport Train

• S-Bahn-Line S5
  Direction: Hannover Central Station
  Travel time (approx.): 18 min. to Central Station
  Operating hours: 03:35 AM - 01:05 AM, daily
  Tickets: can be purchased at ticket machines or online
  Ticket price: adult single ticket starts from 3.40 EUR, children (6 - 14) single ticket starts from 1.30 EUR

Hannover Airport Bus

• Line 470
  Direction: Langenhagen Zentrum
  Travel time (approx.): 20 min. to the city centre
  Tickets: can be purchased at ticket machines in the Arrivals Hall or on board from the driver
  Ticket price: adult single ticket starts from 2.60 EUR, children single ticket starts from 2.60 EUR

Hannover Airport Taxi

• Pick up point: outside the Arrivals Hall
  Travel time (approx.): 20-30 min. to the city centre
  Approximate price: 25-30 EUR

Where to have a rest in Hannover Airport

On occasion you can experience a lengthy layover between flights, for instance, an overnight layover or a delayed flight until the next day. When this happens, it is essential for travellers to be familiar with where they can rest and spend their time between flights.

Hannover Airport lounges

Airport lounges offer passengers the benefit of waiting for their flight in a comfortable environment and provide services, for example, food and beverages, WIFI, spaces to unwind in and showers.

• Karl-Jatho Lounge
  Location: Pier, Gate A19, Level 2, security area
  Opening hours: 05:00 AM - 09:00 PM, daily
  Price: 25 EUR
• Business und Senator Lounge
  Location: Terminal A

Hannover Airport hotels

If your flight takes off the following day or the lounges are not so relaxing, you can opt to stay in a hotel close to the airport. Whereas some hotels are inside the airport building, with others travellers may need to leave the airport to get to the nearest hotel. We have chosen the most comfortable alternatives for you in case you decide to stay in hotel between flights.

• Premiere Classe Hotel
  Price: from 44 EUR per night
  Address: Walsroder Strasse 151, 30853 Langenhagen, Germany
  Contact: +49 51 17262910
  Website: click
• Maritim Airport Hotel
  Price: from 95 EUR per night
  Address: Flughafenstrasse 5, 30669 Hannover, Germany
  Contact: +49 51 197370
  Website: click
• Leonardo Hotel
  Price: from 89 EUR per night
  Address: Hannover Airport, Petzelstrasse 60, 30669 Hannover, Germany
  Contact: +49 40 5002220, email: info.hamburg@leonardo-hotels.com
  Website: click

Hannover Airport restaurants and cafes

Feeling hungry or thirsty while travelling is the last thing you want. We have a number of possibilities for your needs, whether you're looking for an early breakfast, a sit-down dinner during a long layover, or a quick snack to take on board with you. Go here to find a full description of places to eat in Hannover Airport.

• Marché Natural Bakery
  Description: fresh bread, sweet and savory baked goods, fresh juice, organic tea and coffee
  Location: Terminal B, security area
  Opening hours: 06:00 AM - 08:00 PM, daily
• Mövenpick Café
  Description: European cafe, pastries, salads, sandwiches, and coffee
  Location: Terminal A
  Opening hours: 05:00 AM - 08:00 PM, daily
• Palavrion
  Description: urban grill & bar
  Location: Terminal A, B
  Opening hours: Mon-Fri: 12:00 PM - 09:00 PM, Sat, Sun and holidays: 09:00 AM - 09:00 PM

Hannover Airport shops

The airport shops are the best place to buy that last-minute souvenir, or simply to pass some time before flying. Our guide below can help you to find the best shopping places for what you need. Follow this link for a comprehensive overview.

• Heinemann
  Description: Duty Free
  Location: all Terminals
  Opening hours: acc. to flight schedule
• Edeka Karakis
  Description: supermarket
  Location: Airport Plaza, between Terminals A and B, Departures
  Opening hours: 06:00 AM - 08:00 PM, daily
• Virgin Mediastore
  Description: international newspapers, magazines, best-sellers, travel literature, CDs and DVDs
  Location: Airport Plaza, between Terminals A and B, Departures
  Opening hours: Mon-Sat: 05:30 AM - 08:00 PM, Sun: 06:30 AM - 08:00 PM
• Hub Convenience
  Description: convenience store
  Location: Terminal C
  Opening hours: acc. to flight schedule

Hannover Airport car rental

Sometimes driving is the most suitable choice to see a destination, or maybe you need a car for your trip. To enable you to select the best car hire company for your journey, we have provided a list below.

• Avis
  Location: between Terminals A and B
  Opening hours: Mon-Fri: 07:00 AM - 11:00 PM, Sat: 08:00 AM - 10:00 PM, Sun: 08:00 AM - 11:00 PM
  Contact: +49 51 19733996
• Budget
  Location: between Terminals A and B
  Opening hours: Mon-Fri: 07:00 AM - 11:00 PM, Sat: 08:00 AM - 10:00 PM, Sun: 08:00 AM - 11:00 PM
  Contact: +49 69 710445596
• Europcar
  Location: between Terminals A and B
  Opening hours: Mon-Sat: 07:00 AM - 03:00 AM, Sun: 08:00 AM - 03:00 AM
  Contact: +49 51 1726110
• Hertz
  Location: between Terminals A and B
  Opening hours: Mon-Sat: 07:00 AM - 11:00 PM, Sun: 08:00 AM - 11:00 PM
  Contact: +49 51 1779042
• Sixt
  Location: between Terminals A and B
  Opening hours: Mon-Fri: 07:00 AM - 12:00 AM, Sat-Sun: 08:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  Contact: +49 51 1771920

Other Hannover Airport amenities you might need

Here are some airport facilities that you might also need while in the airport.

• Pharmacy
  Location: Main Terminal
  Opening hours: Mon-Fri: 08:00 AM - 07:00 PM, Sat: 08:00 AM - 03:00 PM
  Contact: +49 51 19772888

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