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It is an international airport in Austria. Salzburg Airport is situated about 3.1 km southwest away from the centre of the city. The airport had a passenger traffic of over 1.9 million passengers in 2017. Salzburg Airport is the hub for Eurowings Europe.
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Departures (flight irregularity)
Minimum Connection Time in Salzburg Airport
It's important to be aware of the Minimum Connection Time (MCT) in an airport when the route has a connecting flight. It is a good idea to be aware of this before booking any flight. The MCT is also a determining factor when a traveller needs to claim compensation for a missed connection. Below you can see the MCT in Salzburg Airport for connecting flights.
- Between domestic flights: 30 min.
- Between domestic and international flights: 30 min.
- Between international flights: 30 min.
Salzburg Airport terminals
Airport terminals are the sections or separate buildings which allow air passengers to move between ground transportation and the facilities for boarding and disembarking from an aircraft. It's essential to check which terminal you are departing from or transferring through, because terminals in bigger airports can be far from each other and travellers require additional time to get to the correct one. In Salzburg Airport there are 2 Terminals.
Terminal 1 – main terminal with 26 check-in desks
Terminal 2 – smaller terminal with 9 additional check-in desks
Salzburg Airport transport
When it is the first time visiting a destination, it may be challenging to know the most comfortable way to reach the city centre. Public transportation is not always available right at the airport and taxis can be pricey. Our suggestion is to check all transport possibilities before the flight to make sure you choose the best option for your trip.
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Salzburg Airport buses
- Line 2
Direction: Salzburg Main Station
Travel time (approx.): 23 min. - Line 10
Direction: Salzburg
Travel time (approx.): 15 min.
Salzburg Airport taxi
- Pick up point: outside the Terminals
Travel time (approx.): 15 min. to the city centre
Approximate price: 15 EUR
Where to relax in Salzburg Airport
You may have a lengthy wait between flights, for example, an overnight layover or a flight delay until the next day. In such instances, it is essential to be familiar with the places in the airport where you can have a nice break or spend time before your flight.
Salzburg Airport lounges
Lounges are amenities in the airport which provide travellers with services, such as food, drinks, relaxation spaces, free WIFI and showers, so that passengers can wait in comfort.
- Business Lounge
Location: Terminal 1
Opening hours: Mon: 05:00 AM - 08:00 PM, Tue-Sun: 05:00 AM - 09:00 PM
Salzburg Airport hotels
If your next flight leaves the next morning, or the lounges are not suitable, the next alternative might be a hotel nearby. Several airports have hotels in the airport, while in others you might need to leave the airport vicinity to reach a nearby hotel. In the event you choose to stay overnight in a hotel between flights, we have selected some comfortable options for you.
- Star Inn Salzburg Airport Hotel
Price: from 110 EUR per night
Address: Franz-Brötzner-Straße 15, 5071 Wals, Austria
Contact: +43 662 855 525
Website: click - Max 70 Hotel
Price: from 65 EUR per night
Address: Maxglaner Hauptstraße 70, 5020 Salzburg, Austria
Contact: +43 662 827 6480
Website: click - Salzburg 4-Sterne Familie Hochbein Hotel
Price: from 133 EUR per night
Address: 4-Sterne Hotel Salzburg Familie Hochbein, Himmelreich 6, 5020 Salzburg, Austria
Contact: +43 662 856 800
Website: click
Salzburg Airport restaurants and cafes
The last thing you need during your trip is feeling hungry or thirsty. We have a variety of alternatives 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.
Click here for a full description of places to eat in Salzburg Airport.
- SalzBurger
Description: burgers, pizza, sandwiches, drinks
Location: Terminal 2 - Marktcafé
Description: bistro
Location: Terminal 1, Departures - Bakery & Cake Shop
Description: bakery
Location: Terminal 1, before security - Markt Restaurant
Description: self-service restaurant
Location: Terminal 1, Level 1
Salzburg Airport shops
If you leave your souvenir buying to the last minute, or you merely to kill some time to before your flight, it's worth visiting the airport shops. The guide below shows a selection of shops at the airport.
Click here for a complete description of shops.
- Heinemann
Description: Duty Free
Location: after security - Kiosk / News Corner
Description: newspapers, magazines, drinks, snacks, and sweets
Location: Terminal 1 - fahr(T)raum
Description: Ferdinand Porsche showroom
Location: Terminal 1
Salzburg Airport car rental
Some destinations are worth seeing by car, or it may be more appropriate for your trip to drive. This list of car hire companies will help you to choose the right alternative for your trip.
- Hertz
Location: Airport area
Opening hours: Mon-Fri: 07:30 AM - 10:00 PM, Sat-Sun: 09:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Contact: +43 662 852 086 - Europcar
Location: Airport area
Opening hours:
Contact: +43 186 61650 - Avis
Location: Airport area
Opening hours: 09:00 AM - 05:30 PM, daily
Contact: +43 662 877 278 - Budget
Location: Airport area
Opening hours: 09:00 AM - 05:30 PM, daily
Contact: +43 662 855 038 - Sixt
Location: Airport area
Opening hours: Mon-Fri: 07:30 AM - 09:00 PM, Sat-Sun: 08:00 AM - 08:30 PM
Contact: +43 150 526 4004
Additional services in Salzburg Airport
- Play area
Location: Terminal 1 - Information desk
Opening hours: 04:40 AM - 11:15 PM, daily
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