Stuttgart Airport

Minimum Connection Time in Stuttgart Airport

The Minimum Connection Time (MCT) required in a specific airport is important to know if the route has a connecting flight. It is advisable to look this up before booking a flight ticket. The MCT is also a determining factor when a passenger needs to claim compensation for a missed connection. You can see the minimum time required for connections in Stuttgart Airport below.

• Between domestic flights: 30 min.
• Between domestic and international flights: 30 min.
• Between international flights: 45 min.

Stuttgart Airport terminals

Terminals are the sections or separate buildings in airports through which air passengers can transfer between ground transportation and the places for boarding or disembarking from the plane. It's very important to confirm the terminal prior to arriving at the airport when you depart or have a move to another flight, because the terminals in larger airports may be far away from each other and passengers frequently need extra time to get to the necessary one. There are 4 Terminals in Stuttgart Airport.

Terminal 1 – Eurowings and Lufthansa

Terminal 2 – Eurowings

Terminal 3 – TUIfly, KLM and others

Terminal 4 – additional check-in counters and several bus-boarding gates

How to get to / from Stuttgart Airport to city centre

It might be a challenge to find the most convenient way to get to the city centre when travelling to a destination for the very first time. It is not always possible to travel by public transportation immediately at the airport and taxis might be costly. Our recommendation is to check all transport alternatives prior to the flight to make sure you choose the most suitable for your trip.

Stuttgart Airport Train

• S-Bahn-Lines S2 and S3
  Direction: Stuttgart Central Station
  Travel time (approx.): 27 min. to Central Station
  Operating hours: Mon-Thu, Sun: 05:08 AM - 12:38 AM, Fri-Sat: 24 hrs.
  Tickets: can be purchased at ticket machines or online
  Tickets price: adult single ticket starts from 4.00 EUR, children (6 - 14) single ticket starts from 1.90 EUR

Stuttgart Airport Bus

• Line 828 "Airport Sprinter"
  Direction: Tübingen via Stuttgart city centre
  Travel time (approx.): 30 min. total trip time
  Operating hours: Mon-Fri: 06:15 AM - 10:15 PM, Sat: 08:15 AM - 10:15 PM, Sun and public holidays: 08:15 AM - 10:15 PM
  Tickets: can be purchased at ticket machines or online
  Ticket price: adult single ticket starts from 7.15 EUR, children single ticket starts from 3.60 EUR
• Line 122
  Direction: Esslingen
  Travel time (approx.): acc. to your final destination
  Operating hours: Mon-Fri: 05:36 AM - 12:38 AM, Sat: 05:38 AM - 12:38 AM, Sun and public holidays: 05:38 AM - 12:38 AM
  Tickets: can be purchased at the booths in the Airport Bus Terminal
  Ticket price: adult single ticket starts from 7.00 EUR, children single ticket starts from 3.50 EUR

Stuttgart Airport Taxi

• Pick up point: Terminal 1, Arrivals
  Travel time (approx.): 30 min. to the city centre
  Approximate price: 25-30 EUR

Where to have a rest in Stuttgart Airport

You might experience a prolongued wait between flights, for example if you have a flight delay or your next flight leaves the next day. When this happens, it is essential for passengers to be familiar with where they can unwind and spend their time between flights.

Stuttgart Airport lounges

Airport lounges give travellers the benefit of waiting for their flight in a comfortable setting and provide services for example food and beverages, WIFI, areas to relax in and showers.

• Elli-Beinhorn Lounge
  Location: Terminal 1, Gallery Level, opposite Gate 173
  Opening hours: 05:00 AM - 08:00 PM, daily
  Price: reserved for passengers with specific credentials (elite status, premium tickets, etc.). Other passengers: 20 EUR
• Lufthansa Lounge
  Location: Terminal 1, Gallery Level, opposite Gate 173
  Opening hours: Mon-Sat: 04:50 AM - 08:40 PM, Sun: 05:20 AM - 08:40 PM
  Price: available to status - and business class customers, as well as Star Alliance frequent flyers
• Air France Lounge
  Location: Terminal 1, Gallery Level, opposite Gate 173
  Opening hours: 05:15 AM - 06:30 PM, daily
  Price: available to Skyteam frequent flyers with “Elite Plus” status, status and business class customers
• Executive Club Lounge Lounge
  Location: Terminal 1, Gallery Level, opposite Gate 173
  Opening hours: 07:30 AM - 12:30 PM and 3:00 PM - 10:00 PM, daily
  Price: reserved for passengers with specific credentials (elite status, premium tickets, etc.)

Hotels at Stuttgart Airport

When your next flight takes off the next morning, or the lounges are not suitable, the next option may be a hotel nearby. Some airports have hotels directly in the airport, while in others you might need to leave the airport vicinity to reach the closest hotel. We have handpicked the best alternatives for you in the event you decide to stay in a hotel between flights.

• Wyndham Stuttgart Airport Messe Hotel
  Price: from 110 EUR per night
  Address: Flughafenstrasse 51, 70629 Stuttgart, Germany
  Contact: +49 71 1627680
  Website: click
• Star Inn Stuttgart Airport-Messe Hotel
  Price: from 75 EUR per night
  Address: In den Entenäckern 6, 70599 Stuttgart, Germany
  Contact: +49 71 1128990
  Website: click
• Mövenpick Hotel
  Price: from 140 EUR per night
  Address: Flughafenstrasse 50, 70629 Stuttgart, Germany
  Contact: +49 40 5002220, email: info.hamburg@leonardo-hotels.com
  Website: click

Stuttgart Airport restaurants and cafes

When travelling, it's important to have enough food and drink. We have a variety of choices for your needs, whether you're looking for an early breakfast, a sit-down dinner during a lengthy layover, or a snack to take on board with you. Click here for a full overview of dining places in Stuttgart Airport.

• Earth Bar
  Description: healthy, regional, and organic fast food
  Location: Terminal 1, Departures
  Opening hours: 04:00 AM - 11:00 PM, daily
• San Francisco Coffee Company
  Description: coffee specialties, tea, cold drinks, cakes, muffins, and sandwiches
  Location: Terminal 1, Arrivals
  Opening hours: 06:00 AM - 11:00 PM, daily
• Puro Gusto
  Description: coffee specialties, Italian pastries and confectionery as well as various paninis
  Location: Terminal 3, Arrivals
  Opening hours: 07:30 AM - 11:00 PM, daily
• Biergarten
  Description: breakfast, currywurst and doner kebabs, beer, coffee
  Location: Terminal 3, Departures
  Opening hours: 04:30 AM - 07:30 PM, daily
• Restaurant Top Air
  Description: gourmet restaurant
  Location: Terminal 1, Galerie
  Opening hours: Tue: 07:00 PM - 09:00 PM, Wed: 12:00 PM - 13:30 PM and 07:00 PM - 09:00 PM, Thu: 12:00 PM - 13:30 PM and 07:00 PM - 09:00 PM, Fri: 12:00 PM - 13:30 PM and 07:00 PM - 09:00 PM, Sat: 06:00 PM - 09:00 PM
• La Trattoria
  Description: fresh pasta, seafood and other Italian specialties
  Location: Terminal 3, Departures
  Opening hours: 06:00 AM - 09:00 PM, daily

Stuttgart Airport shops

If you leave your souvenir shopping to the very last minute, or you just have time to spend before flying, it's worth visiting the airport shops. To find the best shops for your needs, check out at the guide below. Go here to discover a complete overview of shops.

• Travel Value
  Description: Duty Free
  Location: Terminals 1 and 3, Departures
  Opening hours: 05:30 AM - 11:00 PM, daily
• Kkiosk
  Description: cigarettes and tobacco products, travel items, and sweets
  Location: Terminal 3, Departures
  Opening hours: 04:00 AM - 08:00 PM, daily
• Jet Setter Trend
  Description: multi-label fashion boutique (lady's fashion)
  Location: Terminal 3, Departures
  Opening hours: 08:00 AM - 08:00 PM, daily
• SØR Rusche GmbH
  Description: men's outfitter, business- and sportswear, accessories
  Location: Terminal 1, Departures
  Opening hours: 07:30 AM - 08:00 PM, daily
• PICARD
  Description: briefcases, travel bags, belts, backpacks, and handbags
  Location: Terminal 1, Departures
  Opening hours: 07:00 AM - 08:00 PM, daily

Stuttgart Airport car hire

Sometimes you have to travel by car, or it may be the most pleasurable transport for your trip. The list below will enable you to pick the best car rental company for your journey.

• Avis
  Location: Terminal 3, Level 2, Car Rental Area
  Opening hours: Mon-Sat: 07:00 AM - 11:00 PM, Sun: 08:00 AM - 11:00 PM
  Contact: +49 71 19484452
• Buchbinder
  Location: Terminal 3, Level 2, Car Rental Area
  Opening hours: Mon-Fri: 07:00 AM - 11:00 PM, Sat: 07:00 AM - 08:00 PM, Sun: 08:00 AM - 10:00 PM
  Contact: +49 71 194581020
• Enterprise
  Location: Terminal 3, Level 2, Car Rental area
  Opening hours: Mon-Sat: 07:00 AM - 11:00 PM, Sun: 08:00 AM - 11:00 PM
  Contact: +49 71 17824072
• Europcar
  Location: Terminal 3, Level 2, Car Rental Area
  Opening hours: Mon-Sat: 07:00 AM - 11:00 PM, Sun: 08:00 AM - 11:00 PM
  Contact: +49 71 19499010
• Hertz
  Location: Terminal 3, Level 2, Car Rental Area
  Opening hours: Mon-Fri: 07:00 AM - 11:00 PM, Sat: 09:00 AM - 09:00 PM, Sun: 08:00 AM - 11:00 PM
  Contact: +49 71 19484339
• Sixt
  Location: Terminal 3, Level 2, Car Rental Area
  Opening hours: Mon-Fri: 07:00 AM - 12:00 AM, Sat-Sun and holidays: 07:00 AM - 11:00 PM
  Contact: +49 71 19482765

Other Stuttgart Airport facilities you might need

Here are some airport amenities that you might also require while in the airport.

• Pharmacy
  Location: Terminal 2, Departures
  Opening hours: Mon-Fri: 08:00 AM - 07:00 AM, Sat-Sun: 08:00 AM - 04:00 PM
  Contact: +49 71 178239690
• Medical Center
  Location: Terminal 1, Departures
  Opening hours: Mon-Fri: 08:00 AM - 06:00 PM
  Contact: +49 71 193315872
• Tourist Information
  Location: Terminal 3, Arrivals
  Opening hours: Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri: 08:00 AM - 07:00 PM, Thu: 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM, Sat: 09:00 AM - 01:00 PM and 01:45 PM - 04:30 PM, Sun: 10:00 AM - 01:00 PM and 01:45 PM - 05:30 PM
  Contact: +49 71 122280
• Children's Play Area
  Location: Terminal 3, Arrivals
  Opening hours: 24 hrs., daily
  
  

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