Airports near Kiel
HAM・GWT・LBC・SGD・XFW
What airports are closest to Kiel?
Travelers looking to reach Kiel can choose from several regional hubs, each located in neighboring cities. Lubeck Airport (LBC) is the nearest, situated 68.9 km away, with rail transfers taking roughly 90 minutes. Sonderborg Airport (SGD), at 74.3 km, is a specialized northern gateway often requiring a private taxi or multi-leg coach journey of about 110 minutes. The region’s primary international hub, Hamburg Airport (HAM), lies 77.3 km from the city and offers a convenient express bus that reaches the center in approximately 85 minutes. Further south, Hamburg Finkenwerder Airport (XFW) is located 88.6 km away and typically takes about 70 minutes by private car. Finally, Sylt Airport (GWT) is the furthest at 132.8 km, with train travel to the city center spanning about 160 minutes. Search for flights to Kiel and book hotels in Kiel, or scroll down for more details.
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Airports near Kiel: HAM, GWT, LBC, SGD and XFW.
Airports Near Kiel: Key Information
Number of airports in Kiel
0
Closest airport to the city center
Lubeck Airport (LBC)
Distance
68.9 km
Fastest arrival time
1 hour 25 minutes - 1 hour 35 minutes
Airport with the cheapest transport
Lubeck Airport (LBC)
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Hamburg Airport
Distance: 77.3 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
Regional train via Hamburg Hbf
1 hour 50 minutes - 2 hours 10 minutes
EUR 22.0-95.0
Speed
Kielius express bus
Fastest
1 hour 25 minutes - 1 hour 35 minutes
EUR 15.0-25.0
Balanced
Private taxi service
1 hour - 1 hour 20 minutes
EUR 120.0-180.0
Comfort
Sylt Airport
Distance: 132.8 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
Deutsche Bahn regional train
Fastest
2 hours 40 minutes - 3 hours
EUR 35.0-90.0
Speed
Island car hire
2 hours 30 minutes - 2 hours 50 minutes
EUR 60.0-120.0
Comfort
Local island taxi
2 hours 30 minutes - 3 hours
EUR 200.0-300.0
Balanced
Lubeck Airport
Distance: 68.9 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
Regional train from Lubeck Hbf
Fastest
1 hour 30 minutes - 1 hour 50 minutes
EUR 25.0-45.0
Speed
Public transit bus connection
Cheapest
2 hours 20 minutes - 2 hours 40 minutes
EUR 9.0-15.0
Budget
Direct taxi transfer
1 hour - 1 hour 20 minutes
EUR 100.0-150.0
Comfort
Sonderborg Airport
Distance: 74.3 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
Cross-border coach via Flensburg
Cheapest
4 hours - 4 hours 30 minutes
EUR 15.0-30.0
Budget
Regional train connections
3 hours 30 minutes - 4 hours 10 minutes
EUR 40.0-80.0
Balanced
Private transfer
Fastest
1 hour 50 minutes - 2 hours 20 minutes
EUR 250.0-350.0
Comfort
Hamburg Finkenwerder Airport
Distance: 88.6 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
Direct private taxi
Fastest
1 hour 10 minutes - 1 hour 30 minutes
EUR 130.0-180.0
Comfort
Local bus to rail connection
Cheapest
2 hours - 2 hours 30 minutes
EUR 10.0-20.0
Budget
Regional train from Altona/Hbf
1 hour 50 minutes - 2 hours 20 minutes
EUR 20.0-35.0
Balanced
Compare 5 airports near Kiel
Airport Guide
Compare 5 airports near Kiel
Choosing the right arrival point for Kiel depends largely on your budget, flight availability, and tolerance for transit. Lubeck Airport (LBC) is technically the closest to the city center and serves as the most economical choice for those utilizing regional bus and rail connections. However, Hamburg Airport (HAM) remains the primary international gateway for the region. While it is located in the neighboring city of Hamburg, its direct Kielius bus service offers a reliable, balanced, and highly popular transit link. Hamburg Finkenwerder Airport (XFW) provides a more specialized experience, primarily serving aviation business travelers, and usually necessitates a private transfer for the most efficient arrival in Kiel. For those arriving from the north, Sonderborg Airport (SGD) in Denmark and Sylt Airport (GWT) represent more remote options; these are located in neighboring cities and are best reserved for travelers who find specific flight deals or have local commitments on the northern coast. Generally, travelers should prioritize Hamburg Airport (HAM) for the widest selection of flights and consistent ground transport options, only turning to other, smaller regional airports if they offer a significant advantage in ticket price or travel logistics.
Flights to Kiel
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Hotels near Kiel airport
Breakfast
Good109 Reviews
Kiel|0.85km from city center
Perfect location just few minutes walk from train station,reception is also 24hrs open,amazing views friendly staff highly recommended.FromUS$66
96 Reviews
Kiel|1.16km from city center
We stayed two nights in the hotel. The room was small and compact. Something dust in the area of the gardens. The bathroom was good, only the ventilation went after the light was shut off long.
For sensitive sleepers, it must be said that the church watches hit every half and full hour😉. Otherwise we were satisfied, the breakfast was also great.FromUS$66
Very Good106 Reviews
Kiel|1.35km from city center
I love Kiel Steigenberger Hotel! All fits perfectly, parking, breakfast (by far the best in Kiel), Room and Service. Been here many times. You can reach out by walk everything. Take the bigger rooms, like them more. Was there with Kids, and the spare sofa bed was also really high quality, not some cheap stuff.FromUS$105
Very Good55 Reviews
Kiel|3.59km from city center
Hotel is beside the nature and Room is clean. Bedroom and bathroom are not so big. It took a long time to check in and also a long time for check out. When I ask for a receipt, I was told to get it in the morning when check out. However when I leave in the morning and check out, I was told that it can’t be issued because the payment was not done at the desk but online. It is the first time I encounter all my life.FromUS$67
108 Reviews
Kiel|1.66km from city center
Für wenige Übernachtungen ist die Ausstattung gut. Nur bei abendlich zeitvertreibendem TV böte bei der Einbett-Zimmer-Ausstattung wenigstens ein bequemerer Stuhl als der eines Esszimmers eine angenehmere Verweilzeit. Oder man muss auf dem Bett lümmeln. Ob die Heizung bei viel kühleren Außentemperaturen (- sie lagen bei ~ 5 - 6°C ) noch für ausreichende Zimmertemperaturen warm wird ... Wer weiß ? Natürlich brauche ich für den Nachtschlaf keine 23°.FromUS$62
Family friendly
Very Good97 Reviews
Kiel|3.4km from city center
Very nice hotel, the service is particularly good! Breakfast is plentiful and the room is warm and comfortable! Perfect experience.FromUS$118
113 Reviews
Kiel|3.07km from city center
Maritim, a name known worldwide! this one very nice to the water, but the hotel for sure needs renovation of the rooms. Breakfast is very nice and also a nice pool inside. worst part was u get a room, with a kitchen, but all is missing in the kitchen.FromUS$104
Very Good60 Reviews
Kiel|0.49km from city center
The bathroom door closed itself and we couldn't get in again, needed do call staff at night. They didn't help, / didn't know how do hepp. But we got it open ourselves luckly.
Brakefast was bad, so little food. Mostly vegan meat and pork.FromUS$75
112 Reviews
Kiel|0.66km from city center
You can go faster through the shopping mall on the other side of Kiel Hbf and go to the other side of the mall. It is convenient because the mall can pass relatively early in the morning.
I lost my mind if there was an elevator.
The building is relatively old, but it is comfortable because it is well cleaned, but unfortunately there is a mysterious step in the room. Is there a slight step at the boundary between the breakfast room and the aisle? The step in the room is the toilet that wakes up, and the step in the breakfast room is a substitute for the kakun when it is relaxed after eating.
There is a veranda, but it is only separated by a low fence from the next door, so don't forget to close the door when you go out. There is an ashtray on the table so you can smoke.
Breakfast can be eaten when you add it at the time of booking. There were relatively many types. Coffee will be brought to the staff when you tell them.
Wi-Fi is normal.FromUS$71
Very Good41 Reviews
Kiel|1.2km from city center
If you want to check in before 2pm, they want a 25 euro fee. Seems a bit excessive. The toilet in the room also made a refilling noise for over 15 minutes whenever flushed.
That said, the room itself was comfortable and the staff were very friendly and helpful. Excellent location too, very close to train and bus stops.FromUS$76
5 star
Very Good124 Reviews
Kiel|1.35km from city center
It was a new and enjoyable experience. I went on a business trip and had a party in the middle, but it also felt like a personal trip. Thank you. I am satisfied.FromUS$109
Very Good104 Reviews
Kiel|1.05km from city center
The hotel is ideal. The main train station and the Sophie station are opposite.
The staff is mega friendly.
The rooms are spacious and clean.
The breakfast buffet was great.
A chic hotel bar is located above.FromUS$199
Very Good44 Reviews
Kiel|2.54km from city center
The hotel is antique, the environment is quiet, the traffic is very convenient, the breakfast variety is very rich! Going out through a small forest is the seaside port stroll, very comfortable, you can run in the morning and evening, many places to eat, drink coffee, about 2 kilometers from the pedestrian street of the city center, very convenientFromUS$151
Great23 Reviews
Kiel|2.81km from city center
With a stay at Hotel Kieler Yacht-Club, you'll be centrally located in Kiel, within a 5-minute drive of Ostseekai Cruise Terminal and Kieler Förde. This hotel is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Old Botanical Garden and 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Aquarium GEOMAR.Take in the views from a terrace and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services.A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and an elevator. This hotel has 3 meeting rooms available for events. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.Stay in one of 21 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have designer toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.FromUS$154
Great132 Reviews
Kiel|0.88km from city center
Top Lage und alles sehr sauber! Geparkt im Contipark (10 Min. zu Fuß). Zimmergröße ausreichend, aber nicht groß. Frühstück lecker, aber mit Wartezeiten (Hinweis in Fahrstühlen). Standardzimmer mit Queensize-Bett hatte leider eine Besucherritze. Trotzdem empfehlenswert!FromUS$86
FAQs
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Which airport is the closest to Kiel?
The nearest airport to Kiel is Lubeck Airport (LBC), about 68.9 km away.Hamburg Airport (HAM) (77.3 km), Sylt Airport (GWT) (132.8 km), Sonderborg Airport (SGD) (74.3 km) and Hamburg Finkenwerder Airport (XFW) (88.6 km).
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How long does it take to get from Kiel to the airport?
Getting from Kiel to Lubeck Airport (LBC) takes about 1 hour 30 minutes - 1 hour 50 minutes.
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How do I get to Kiel?
We recommend flying into Lubeck Airport (LBC), which is approximately 68.9 km away. The fastest mode of transportation is Regional train from Lubeck Hbf, reaching downtown in about 1 hour 30 minutes - 1 hour 50 minutes.
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How many airports does Kiel have?
Kiel has 5 airports: Hamburg Airport (HAM), Sylt Airport (GWT), Lubeck Airport (LBC), Sonderborg Airport (SGD) and Hamburg Finkenwerder Airport (XFW).