# Nuremberg Airport (NUE)

> Nuremberg, DE · 5 km (3 mi) north of Nuremberg city centre

Web: https://airport.flights/airport/nue
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## Facts

- **IATA**: NUE
- **ICAO**: EDDN
- **Timezone**: Europe/Berlin
- **Runways**: 1
- **Terminals**: 1
- **Passengers**: 3.3M/yr
- **Official site**: https://www.airport-nuernberg.de/

## Overview

## Welcome

Nuremberg Airport (NUE) offers the remarkable advantage of being just five kilometers north of Nürnberg’s city center. Frequent flyers enjoy the efficiency: from disembarking to stepping into the historic heart of Nuremberg can take under 30–40 minutes. Its size mirrors that of a regional hub rather than a bustling international port, offering travelers an unexpectedly swift and seamless experience. The U2 metro line conveniently connects the terminal’s basement to the city center in a mere 12 minutes, running every 10–15 minutes.

## At a glance

Handling approximately 3.3 million passengers annually, Nuremberg Airport has a single terminal (T1) and one runway. Air France, KLM, and Lufthansa operate from this compact terminal, which, despite its small scale, efficiently manages a mix of business and leisure traffic. With its limited but effective infrastructure, NUE remains a preferred choice for quick trips and straightforward city access.

## Terminals & layout

All flights and services at Nuremberg Airport funnel through Terminal 1. This ease of navigation means that even on busy days, the logistics of getting from curb to gate are straightforward. However, travelers should be mindful of peak times which may see slowed check-in processes. Moreover, seating and dining options are limited once you pass through to airside, especially late at night, with recommendations to eat landside if budget and time allow.

## Getting to and from the city

Several transportation options await: the U2 metro ($3-4) is the fastest, connecting you to Nürnberg Hauptbahnhof in about 12 minutes. Taxis charge around $20-30 for the 15–25 minute ride to the city center, depending on traffic. For budget-conscious travelers, bus lines 30 and 33, ranging from $3-4, also service the airport, offering a slower, but cost-effective alternative. Long-distance connections can be made via FlixBus at the ZOB.

## Traveller essentials

Nuremberg Airport offers a variety of parking options: Short Stay Parking costs €20.00 per day, while Long Stay Parking charges €10.00 per day. Remote Parking, if you don't mind a shuttle ride, can be snagged for just €5.00 per day. Wi-Fi is available across the terminal, but for the best connection, stay close to the main concourse. For banking needs, ATMs and foreign exchange services are situated throughout Terminal 1.

## Dining & shopping highlights

Dining choices include a mix of local and international flavors with Terminal90, Marktbreit, and Mövenpick Café in T1 ready to serve travelers. For quick bites, fast-food staples like McDonald’s and Burger King are also present. Shopping includes the Airport Shop and the You Are Here Nuremberg Duty Free, offering everything from souvenirs at the Nuremberg Fan Shop to duty-free luxuries. Remember, evening shopping options are limited, so plan accordingly.

## Lounges

The Dürer Lounge, located in Terminal 1, is accessible for €24.99, offering a retreat with refreshments and comfortable seating. There’s also a separate Dürer Lounge for non-Schengen passengers. Both lounges offer a quiet place to relax, albeit their size is modest compared to bigger hubs.

## Insider tips

- **Insider:** Use the U2 metro — 12 minutes to the city center, more efficient than taxis.

- **Time:** Arrive early for check-in; peak times can surprise with long queues.

- **Money:** A VGN day ticket for the U2 and city transport offers better value than single fares.

- **Avoid:** Late-night airside dining is minimal; grab a meal landside before security.

- **Local:** Explore Nuremberg Old Town with a quick U2 ride; station lockers can store your bags.

- **Quiet:** Window seating offers plane-spotting without the chaos of holiday boarding waves.

- **Insider:** Check-in queues can be slow; security speed makes up for this outside peak blasts.

- **Money:** Remote Parking offers significant savings and minimal extra walking time.

## Terminals (1)

- **Terminal** — Air France, KLM, Lufthansa, Ryanair
  This terminal offers a range of services for general aviation.

## Dining (10)

- **Burger King** — $$
- **Cuccis** — $$
- **Kamps** — $$
- **Marktbreit**
- **McDonald's** — $$
- **Mövenpick Café** — $$
- **San Francisco Coffee Company** — $$
- **Segafredo** — $$
- **Terminal90** — T1 · $$
- **Tucher Bar** — $$

## Lounges (2)

- **Dürer Lounge** — Terminal 1 · Schengen, airline/priority access · €24.99
- **Dürer Lounge Non-Schengen** — Terminal 1 · Non-Schengen, airline/priority access · /docs-effacere-lectus/lorem

## Shops (19)

- **Airport Shop** — T1 · Convenience
- **ATM Sparkasse** — T1
- **Book Store (Public Area)** — T1 · Books
- **Book Store (Waiting Area)** — T1 · Books
- **Capi**
- **Christ**
- **Heinemann Duty Free**
- **Lloyd**
- **MCS Papier**
- **Mövenpick Marché**
- **Nuremberg Fan Shop**
- **Nürnberg Store** — T1 · Convenience
- **Pharmacy** — T1
- **Photoautomat**
- **Play area** — T1
- **Relay**
- **Segafredo To Go**
- **Travel Value Shop**
- **You Are Here Nuremberg Duty Free Shop** — T1 · Duty Free

## Parking (15)

- **Accessible Parking** — next to terminal
- **Business Parking** — Premium short-stay
- **Car Rental Parking** — Rental return
- **EV Charging Stations** — next to terminal
- **Holiday Parking** — Long-stay discounted
- **Long Stay Parking** — Long stay · €10.00/day · 0.5 mi
- **P1 Parkhaus** — Short-stay garage
- **P2 Parkhaus** — Short-stay garage
- **P3 Parkhaus** — Long-stay garage
- **P31 Parkplatz** — Remote parking
- **P7 Parkplatz** — Long-stay surface
- **Remote Parking** — Remote · €5.00/day · 1 mi
- **Short Stay Parking** — Short stay · €20.00/day, €2.00/hr · next to terminal
- **Staff Parking** — Employee lot
- **Valet Parking** — Valet · €30.00/day · next to terminal

## Ground transport (14)

- **Airport Shuttle Service Private** — Shuttle
- **Bus Lines 30, 33, N12** — Bus · 35-45 min airport–Erlangen; 15-25 min to northern Nürnberg districts · $3-4 within Nürnberg; $4-7 airport–Erlangen · Every 20-30 min day; Nightliner N12 hourly on weekend nights
- **Car Sharing DriveNow** — Car share
- **Car Sharing ShareNow** — Car share · 15-25 min drive to city center depending on traffic · $0.20-0.30 per minute typical, plus possible fees · On-demand based on live vehicle availability
- **Hotel Shuttle Buses** — Shuttle
- **Intercity Bus FlixBus** — Coach · 20-25 min ZOB–airport via U2 (not counting bus delays) · $5-30 typical FlixBus fares to Nürnberg; $3-4 extra for U2 to airport · FlixBus intervals vary by route; U2 every 7-10 min daytime
- **Lufthansa Express Bus** — Shuttle
- **Nightliner N12** — Night bus · 20-30 min airport–city depending on routing · $3-4 single; covered by many VGN night/day tickets · About every 60 min on weekend late nights only
- **Taxi Rank Nuremberg Airport** — Taxi · 15-25 min to city center depending on traffic · $20-30 to city center · Taxis usually waiting whenever flights arrive
- **Taxi Service** — Taxi · 15-25 min depending on traffic · $20-30 airport–city center · On demand at rank; typically available until late night
- **U2** — Metro line · 12-13 min airport–Hauptbahnhof · $3-4 single; $7-9 day ticket covering airport · Every 7-10 min weekdays daytime; ~20 min late evening
- **U2 Underground Line** — Train · 12 min · $3-4 · Every 10 min most of the day; 20 min late evening
- **VGN Regionalbus 30** — Bus line · 40-50 min airport–Erlangen · $4-7 airport–Erlangen (VGN fare zones) · Every 20-30 min daytime; less frequent evenings
- **VGN Regionalbus 33** — Bus line · 40-50 min airport–Erlangen · $4-7 airport–Erlangen (VGN fare zones) · Every 20-30 min daytime; less frequent evenings

## Insider tips

- _Insider_: Use the U2 metro — 12 minutes to the city center, more efficient than taxis.
- _Time_: Arrive early for check-in; peak times can surprise with long queues.
- _Money_: A VGN day ticket for the U2 and city transport offers better value than single fares.
- _Avoid_: Late-night airside dining is minimal; grab a meal landside before security.
- _Local_: Explore Nuremberg Old Town with a quick U2 ride; station lockers can store your bags.
- _Quiet_: Window seating offers plane-spotting without the chaos of holiday boarding waves.
- _Insider_: Check-in queues can be slow; security speed makes up for this outside peak blasts.
- _Money_: Remote Parking offers significant savings and minimal extra walking time.