Dortmund Airport
Daylight today(Jul 14, 2026, local time)
About 16h 14m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Dortmund Airport
Dortmund Airport is a minor international airport located 10 km (6.2 mi) east of Dortmund, North Rhine-Westphalia. It serves the eastern Rhine-Ruhr area, the largest urban agglomeration in Germany, and is mainly used for low-cost and leisure charter flights. In 2023 the airport served nearly 3 million passengers. The nearest major international airport is Düsseldorf Airport approx. 70 km (43 mi) to the southwest.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
EDLWLive departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06 / 24▸ displaced | 6,562 ft / 2,000 m | 148 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (5)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| AFIS | Langen Information | 129.875 MHz |
| APP | LANGEN RADAR | 125.225 MHz |
| ATIS | Dortmund AtIS | 125.130 MHz |
| GND | Dortmund Ground / Rollkontrolle | 121.830 MHz |
| TWR | DOrtmund Tower / Turm | 134.180 MHz |
Services & operations
Passengers are advised to arrive at least 2.5 hours before departure.
From the airport’s official website — details may change, so confirm with the airport. Official site
Navaids(3)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Airspace in this area(10)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DUESSELDORF | Class C | TMA | FL065 | FL100 |
| CTR DORTMUND | Class D | CTR | GND | 2500 ft MSL |
| DORTMUND | Class D | TMA | 2500 ft MSL | 4500 ft MSL |
| TMZ-EDLW XPDR A6102 | Class E | TMZ | 4500 ft MSL | FL065 |
| AREA | Class E | Controlled | 2500 ft GND | FL100 |
| TMZ-EDLW XPDR A6102 | Class E | TMZ | 3500 ft MSL | FL065 |
| DUESSELDORF | Class E | Controlled | 1000 ft GND | 2500 ft GND |
| EDGG | Special use | FIR | GND | FL245 |
| EDWW | Special use | FIR | GND | FL245 |
| FIS LANGEN | Special use | Type 33 | GND | FL100 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Germany airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Florianturm | 686 ft | 374 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 591 ft | 171 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 587 ft | 384 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 492 ft | 144 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 456 ft | 249 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 456 ft | 253 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 456 ft | 256 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 430 ft | 203 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Dortmund Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Dortmund Airport?
The ICAO code for Dortmund Airport is EDLW, and its IATA code is DTM.
Where is Dortmund Airport located?
Dortmund Airport is large airport located in Dortmund, Germany, at an elevation of 425 ft (130 m).
How many runways does Dortmund Airport have?
Dortmund Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 6,562 ft / 2,000 m.
Which airlines fly to Dortmund Airport?
Airlines historically serving Dortmund Airport include Air Berlin, Formosa Airlines, Germania, Germanwings, Iberia Airlines, Lufthansa, among 11 carriers (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Dortmund Airport?
Historical data lists 28 nonstop destinations from Dortmund Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Dortmund Airport in?
Dortmund Airport is in the Europe/Berlin time zone (UTC+02:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Dortmund Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Dortmund Airport is approximately 3.5° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Dortmund Airport?
The nearest airport to Dortmund Airport is Hengsen-Opherdicke Airfield (DE-0182), about 3 nm to the sse, followed by Iserlohn-Rheinermark Airfield and Kamen-Heeren Airfield.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Dortmund Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.