Compare 5 airports near Dresden
9.3 km to Dresden Airport (DRS)
147.1 km to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
111.8 km to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)
112.4 km to Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ)
110.9 km to Karlovy Vary Airport (KLV)
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Airports near Dresden: DRS, BER, PRG, LEJ and KLV.
Airports Near Dresden: Key Information
Number of airports in Dresden
1
Closest airport to the city center
Dresden Airport (DRS)
Distance
9.3 km
Fastest arrival time
20 minutes - 25 minutes
Airport with the cheapest transport
Dresden Airport (DRS)
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Dresden Airport
Distance: 9.3 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
S-Bahn S2
Fastest
20 minutes - 25 minutes
EUR 3.30
Speed
Regional Bus Line 77/80
35 minutes - 45 minutes
EUR 3.30
Balanced
Airport Taxi
20 minutes - 30 minutes
EUR 25.00-35.00
Comfort
Berlin Brandenburg Airport
Distance: 147.1 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
Deutsche Bahn Regional/IC
Fastest
2 hours 10 minutes - 2 hours 30 minutes
EUR 20.00-50.00
Speed
FlixBus
Cheapest
2 hours 45 minutes - 3 hours 10 minutes
EUR 12.00-25.00
Budget
Private Transfer
1 hour 50 minutes - 2 hours 20 minutes
EUR 200.00-250.00
Comfort
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague
Distance: 111.8 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
Airport Express (AE) + Train
3 hours - 3 hours 30 minutes
EUR 18.00-30.00
Balanced
EuroCity International Train
Fastest
2 hours 30 minutes - 2 hours 50 minutes
EUR 15.00-40.00
Speed
Pre-booked Shuttle
2 hours - 2 hours 30 minutes
EUR 150.00-200.00
Comfort
Leipzig/Halle Airport
Distance: 112.4 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
Regional Express (RE)
Fastest
1 hour 20 minutes - 1 hour 35 minutes
EUR 18.00-25.00
Speed
FlixBus / Regional Bus
Cheapest
1 hour 40 minutes - 2 hours 10 minutes
EUR 9.00-20.00
Budget
Airport Taxi
1 hour 10 minutes - 1 hour 30 minutes
EUR 160.00-200.00
Comfort
Karlovy Vary Airport
Distance: 110.9 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
Regional Bus / Public Transit
Cheapest
3 hours - 4 hours
EUR 15.00-25.00
Budget
Private Shuttle
Fastest
2 hours - 2 hours 30 minutes
EUR 130.00-170.00
Comfort
Compare 5 airports near Dresden
Airport Guide
Compare 5 airports near Dresden
Dresden Airport (DRS) is the nearest airport to the city center, located just 9.3 km away and handling international and domestic traffic. It offers the most efficient access, with the S2 train providing a quick and cheap connection. Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER), 147 km away, is a major international hub with frequent rail and coach links. Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) sits 111.8 km away; while international, it relies on train or private transfer to bridge the distance. Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ), 112.4 km away, serves as an international gateway with solid rail connectivity to Dresden. Karlovy Vary Airport (KLV) is the most remote at 110.9 km, serving limited international flights and requiring careful planning, as it lacks direct efficient public transport. For travelers, always check the VVO network for local Dresden tickets, as they often cover train connections from the airport. If flying into secondary regional airports, prioritize train connections over buses for reliability and comfort when planning your journey to Dresden.
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Hotels near Dresden airport
Breakfast
Very Good118 Reviews
Altstadt Dresden|0.31km from city center
We had a good night's rest at this hotel. It has a great location and new rooms with a good floor plan. This hotel was within 100 m of the Kreuzkirche Dresden so we were able to start our exploration of Dresden as soon as we got parked. The hotel's location is within 15 minutes walking distance of most of Dresden's main attractions that are south of the river and the good public transit in Dresden makes the city very easy to see lots.
The room was nicely appointed with blackout curtains, a chair that transforms into a bed, a desk with a chair, large TV, coffee/tea station and some good lighting. The only complaint we had about the room was that the air conditioning was not strong enough during our stay but we had a pretty good night's sleep at this quiet hotel. I thought the bed was comfy and pretty standard to Premier Inn but my wife found the mattress to be too soft for her.
The bathroom was nice and large with plenty of counter space and a large shower stall. There is this purple light you can turn on at night too so you don't disturb your partner which helps because it is a frosted glass door. It is very easy to get hot water in the faucet and shower here. The shower has an all in one body wash and the shower stall is huge compared to other hotels we've stayed at in Europe.
If you use the hotel's covered parking it costs 20 euros a night and there is covered/secured parking that costs 12-20 euros a night. We went with the uncovered parking lot that had a man there 24/7 and it was 12 euros for the night. There is a street right in front of the hotel that has no signage for parking but the front desk told us that if you park there there is a 60 Euro fine if you're caught.
We like breakfast in the morning at hotels we stay at in Europe but we found this one was very pricey. There are bakeries, cafes and even a McDonald's nearby that gave much better value for us.
We felt the location and price for the hotel was perfect for our time in Germany and would recommend this hotel for a short stay in Dresden because there is lots to see in this city.FromUS$80
Amazing101 Reviews
Altstadt Dresden|0.19km from city center
It's an ok hotel in a good position, right in the city centre. Im not sure how it would be classified as 4 stars though. It was very hot and the air-conditioning wasn't really working properly, being in the middle of the city it was too loud to open the windows. The bathroom toilet area is frosted glass so no privacy, be mindful if booking with anyone other than a partner. The staff were nice, parking was expensive.FromUS$86
Amazing47 Reviews
Altstadt Dresden|0.19km from city center
The rooms are spacious, the mini-bar offers free drinks, and the location is superb. The Green Dome is right across from the hotel, the Royal Array is 200 meters to the right after exiting the hotel, the Elbe River is nearby, and there's a delicious Nama Chocolate ice cream shop just 5 meters to the right after exiting the hotel.FromUS$94
Very Good125 Reviews
Altstadt Dresden|0.32km from city center
The location is, of course, superb. For the umpteenth time, we were given a room on the 4th floor. It was accessible for disabled people, with an emergency button. We can't explain why. While we are a bit older, he is still working and very active. The room's furnishings, especially the bathroom, seem to be from DDR times... The tiles are old and look worn. The shower curtain and shower fixture 🤨 well. The hallway smelled very musty. I also can't praise the breakfast. At a later hour, quite a bit was already missing from the display. Also, the arrangement of cheese next to fish, and sausage sitting in the sun, made it look gray. The rolls seemed reheated but were soggy. What a shame! We have stayed at the Hilton many times and have also experienced other hotels in Dresden. Unfortunately, for us, the Hilton is no longer a top choice.FromUS$71
Great114 Reviews
Altstadt Dresden|0.9km from city center
room was good. location really nice and central. breakfast was also really good, with so much variety. overall really enjoyed the stay at the hotel. would recommend the hotel. Good quality for the price as well.FromUS$96
Family friendly
Great62 Reviews
Altstadt Dresden|0.27km from city center
The hotel is located near St. John's Church on Dresden Square. The staff are polite and friendly, and the rooms are spacious and stylish. Our room faced a residential house, and we felt like we were immersed in the local area and experiencing German life!FromUS$102
Amazing114 Reviews
Altstadt Dresden|0.21km from city center
とても綺麗でお金持ちが留まるようなホテルなんだろうなという感じでした。
せっかくの機会なので値段はしますが2人でジュニアスイートに泊まってみました。
入った瞬間廊下。広すぎてどこにいればいいのかわからなくなるほどでした。庶民感覚で話してます！！
ビールやお菓子があってウェルカムドリンクもありました。
テレビにはきてくれてありがとうと表示されていてとても嬉しかったです。
立地で言えばどの駅からも少し遠いので駅からトラムで行くのがいいと思います。トラムを使わずに駅まで歩いて行こうとするとスーツケースがある場合はすごい大変な道のりです。
ですがクリスマスマーケットは出て2分をもしない場所にあるのでトラムを使いこなせる人は良いかもしれません。
朝食も美味しかったです。
私たちは旅後半だったこともあり、ランドリーサービスを利用しました。電車の事情があり、10:00には出ないといけなかったので、9:30にお願いするとそれはできないと断られてしまいその電車を諦めてゆっくり待つことにしました。すると選択できて持ってきてくれたのは9:00でした。やはり、高級ホテルは違うなと思いました。
ですが、、このランドリーサービス¥50,000もしたんです！！もしされる方はきちんとお値段チェックをした方が良いと思います。特別な匂いとかはしませんでした。FromUS$248
Great139 Reviews
Neustadt Dresden|0.91km from city center
Very good location, attentive service, and a good breakfast. We had problems with the air conditioning, but they quickly resolved the issue. It was annoying that the cleaning staff came to the room twice in the morning. If checkout is at 11 a.m., guests shouldn't be disturbed in the morning.FromUS$94
Very Good106 Reviews
Altstadt Dresden|0.45km from city center
We changed the room with the Frauenkirche view to a bigger room 300(39 m2). However the bathroom door is shared with the cupboards. That disturb the other when one goes to toilet in the night. The door makes noise and lights from the bathroom wakes up the other. These for 3 nights we didn’t sleep well. The elegant Grand cafe close by is wonderful in the evening for drinks.FromUS$94
Very Good109 Reviews
Altstadt Dresden|1.08km from city center
A beautiful hotel with very friendly staff in excellent location. Good to reach and at the same time beautifully quiet. All the pools are accessible by foot. We will come back in any case.FromUS$98
5 star
Very Good123 Reviews
Altstadt Dresden|0.39km from city center
It was clean and the staff were friendly, making it a good trip. The location was great, so it was great for sightseeing around the area. We came at a time when the weather was nice, the market was open, and it was good in many ways.FromUS$80
Great54 Reviews
Altstadt Dresden|0.21km from city center
I used it for the first two nights of the trip with the concept of traveling to Europe while cooking. The size of the room was XS but it was large enough.
Although it is an apartment hotel with a kitchen, there is a proper reception, and the breakfast buffet was not as good as a luxury restaurant, but it was satisfactory with the content that was not insufficient. I think it is convenient for ordinary travelers because the price is reasonable (about 12000 yen per night) and close to the main tourist spots.
For those who cook like me, I felt that the kitchen was reasonably easy to use. People who can't become European stoves may be confused about how to use it at first, but it's okay to check it online and use it. I cook 3 times for 2 nights.
There were frying pans, small pots, pots, bowls, monkeys (but rough eyes), squeezers, frying returns, tongs, kitchen knives, and cutting boards. The cutlery and plates are all available. The refrigerator was big and I didn't use it, but there was also a dishwasher. Detergent, towels and kitchen paper were provided.
What I felt inconvenient to cook was that there was no rubber bella. I bought this on the way.
Behind the hotel is the Altomarkt Gallery, a large shopping mall, so you don't have to worry about shopping. There are two supermarkets inside. There were also many food courts where you could have snacks.
I think it is a negative point that the washroom did not have a bathtub, the shower room did not have a closed door, and it was necessary to be careful not to splash too much to take a bath.
But I think it was a cozy hotel overall.FromUS$125
Amazing77 Reviews
Neustadt Dresden|1.23km from city center
It is worthy of the Relais & Châteaux series hotel, the service is very friendly, much better than the Kempinski I have stayed in before. The only downside is that the breakfast variety is a bit simpler.FromUS$107
Great110 Reviews
Altstadt Dresden|0.27km from city center
The best hotel booked on this trip is in the center of the Old Town Square. It is very close to the Church of Our Lady. The cleanliness can be comparable to Japanese hotels... There is a free minibar, the bathroom is also very spacious, and the window is the old town square. In short, everything is fine. Except that the socket design is not enough to keep pace with the times.FromUS$120
Great91 Reviews
Altstadt Dresden|0.38km from city center
In general, I see a discrepancy between demand/price and reality. The hotel was nicely renovated, but rooms are very small. The interior is very quiet, but there is something missing at ambience (background music? ...). Service not at 5 stars level (bsp was not offered us at any time help with our baggage, even not, When a staff member accidentally went to the same chair). Location is top. But price is too high.FromUS$136
FAQs
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Which airport is the closest to Dresden?
The nearest airport to Dresden is Dresden Airport (DRS), about 9.3 km away.Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) (147.1 km), Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) (111.8 km), Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ) (112.4 km) and Karlovy Vary Airport (KLV) (110.9 km).
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How long does it take to get from Dresden to the airport?
Getting from Dresden to Dresden Airport (DRS) takes about 20 minutes - 25 minutes.
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How do I get to Dresden?
We recommend flying into Dresden Airport (DRS), which is approximately 9.3 km away. The fastest mode of transportation is S-Bahn S2, reaching downtown in about 20 minutes - 25 minutes.
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How many airports does Dresden have?
Dresden has 5 airports: Dresden Airport (DRS), Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER), Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG), Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ) and Karlovy Vary Airport (KLV).