# GRQ — Groningen Airport Eelde

> Machine-readable reference for GRQ. Single-airport scope. Re-fetch when content_generated_at changes.

Canonical: https://airport.flights/airport/grq
HTML page: https://airport.flights/airport/grq
Markdown alt: https://airport.flights/airport/grq.md
JSON: https://airport.flights/api/airport/GRQ.json (includes live arrivals + weather)
Sitemap: https://airport.flights/sitemap-airports.xml
Last refreshed: 2026-06-15T07:33:50.756+00:00

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## Identity

- Name: Groningen Airport Eelde
- IATA: GRQ
- ICAO: EHGG
- City: Groningen
- Country: NL (NL)
- Timezone: Europe/Amsterdam
- Distance from city: 8.9 km (5.5 mi) south of Groningen
- Runways: 2
- Terminals: 1
- Annual passengers: 220,710
- Official website: https://www.groningenairport.nl/

## Overview

Welcome Groningen Airport Eelde (GRQ) offers an aviation experience that could be mistaken for a private flying club rather than a bustling commercial hub. With just one compact terminal and aircraft almost within arm’s reach, the airport is praised for its personal, unhurried ambiance. Often serving seasonal holiday charters, GRQ is a gateway where you can breeze through in minutes. Regular flyers often enjoy a meal while admiring the busy runway from the café. At a glance Serving roughly 220,710 passengers annually, Groningen Airport Eelde is located about 8.9 kilometers south of the city of Groningen. Although it lacks a flagship carrier or major airline hub, the airport is popular with travelers opting for Transavia and Corendon Dutch Airlines. The singular terminal keeps things straightforward but also limits dining options post-security. Terminals & layout The airport’s single terminal, designated as "T", handles all passenger services. Travelers will find it efficient, with short walking distances and minimal queues. The landside areas are more lively, with options like the Bites & Flights restaurant that provides stellar views of the runway – an especially engaging spot on…

## Terminals (1)

- **Passenger Terminal** — airlines: Transavia, Corendon Dutch Airlines
    URL: https://airport.flights/airport/grq/terminals/t

## Dining (3)

- **Airport Bistro** — $$$
    URL: https://airport.flights/airport/grq/restaurants/airport-bistro
- **Airportshop kiosk** — $
    URL: https://airport.flights/airport/grq/restaurants/airportshop-kiosk
- **Bites & Flights**
    URL: https://airport.flights/airport/grq/restaurants/bites-flights

## Shops (1)

- **Airport Shop Eelde** — T
    URL: https://airport.flights/airport/grq/shops/airport-shop-eelde

## Parking (5)

- **Oplaadpunt voor elektrische voertuigen** — EV chargers · links voor de ingang van de terminal
    URL: https://airport.flights/airport/grq/parking/oplaadpunt
- **Parkeren voor Corendon klanten**
    URL: https://airport.flights/airport/grq/parking/parkeren-corendon
- **Parkeren op P1** — Short stay · direct voor de terminal
    URL: https://airport.flights/airport/grq/parking/parkeren-p1
- **Parkeren op P2** — Short stay · vlakbij de vertrekhal
    URL: https://airport.flights/airport/grq/parking/parkeren-p2
- **Parkeren op P3** — Long stay · 5 minuten loopafstand van de terminal
    URL: https://airport.flights/airport/grq/parking/parkeren-p3

## Insider tips

- _Insider_: Enjoy striking views of aircraft from the Bites & Flights terrace, nestled landside for a perfect spot to watch planes come and go.
- _Time_: Arrive at least 60–90 minutes early if you want a good seat in the restaurant, especially on bustling charter mornings.
- _Quiet_: Use the free EV charging station right in front of the terminal to top up your car while taking a break; available without charge to all travelers.
- _Money_: Remember the Airport Shop near the gates doubles as a snack kiosk and last-minute gift stop, though selection is limited.
- _Avoid_: The airport lacks restaurant options post-security; plan to dine landside at Bites & Flights for a proper meal.
- _Local_: For those needing only a quick caffeine boost, the temporary bistro kiosk landside provides a speedy solution.
- _Time_: Security is typically swift, letting frequent flyers arrive just an hour before Schengen flights, except on peak holiday mornings.

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## Live data

Live arrivals, departures, and weather are not in this static reference. Fetch:
- https://airport.flights/api/airport/GRQ.json — JSON with current live boards + weather (12h cache)
- https://airport.flights/airport/grq/arrivals — HTML page with live arrivals
- https://airport.flights/airport/grq/departures — HTML page with live departures