Stuttgart Airport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 13h 38m 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 Stuttgart Airport
Stuttgart Airport, formerly Flughafen Stuttgart-Echterdingen, is an international airport serving Stuttgart, the capital of the German state of Baden-Württemberg. It is christened in honor of Stuttgart's former mayor, Manfred Rommel, son of Erwin Rommel, and is the sixth busiest airport in Germany with 11,832,634 passengers having passed through its doors in 2018. The facility covers approximately 400 hectares, of which 190 hectares are green space.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
EDDSNOTAMs
EDDSReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live 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.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (3)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07 / 25▸ displaced | 10,974 ft / 3,345 m | 148 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
| H-NORTH | 98 ft / 30 m | 98 ft | Asph | Lighted | Open |
| H-SOUTH | 98 ft / 30 m | 98 ft | Asph | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (12)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| AFIS | Langen Information | 128.950 MHz |
| APP | Langen Radar Approach | 119.200 MHz |
| ATIS | Stuttgart ATIS | 126.130 MHz |
| CLD | Stuttgart Delivery | 121.915 MHz |
| DIR | Stuttgart Director | 119.850 MHz |
| GND | Stuttgart Ground / Rollkontrolle | 118.605 MHz |
| MISC | DEICING | 121.630 MHz |
| RDR | LANGEN RADAR | 119.200 MHz |
| RMP | APRON | 121.700 MHz |
| TWR | Stuttgart Tower / Turm | 118.805 MHz |
| TWR | Stuttgart Tower / Turm | 119.065 MHz |
| VOLMET | Frankfurt 2 VOLMET | 135.780 MHz |
Services & operations
From the airport’s official website — details may change, so confirm with the airport. Official site
Navaids(4)
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| STUTTGART | Class C | TMA | 3500 ft MSL | 5500 ft MSL |
| STUTTGART | Class D | TMA | 5500 ft MSL | FL100 |
| STUTTGART | Class D | TMA | FL075 | FL100 |
| CTR STUTTGART | Class D | CTR | GND | 3500 ft MSL |
| STUTTGART | Class D | TMA | 4500 ft MSL | FL100 |
| STUTTGART | Class D | TMA | 5500 ft MSL | FL100 |
| AREA | Class E | Controlled | 2500 ft GND | FL100 |
| STUTTGART | Class E | Controlled | 1000 ft GND | 2500 ft GND |
| FIS LANGEN | Special use | Type 33 | GND | FL100 |
| EDGG | Special use | FIR | GND | FL245 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Germany airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Weather by month
Share of VFR / marginal-VFR / IFR / low-IFR conditions by month over the last 8 years, with the prevailing wind and typical density altitude. Historical climatology — not a forecast.
Prevailing wind: E (from about 90°), on 11% of observations, averaging 5 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 62% | -91 ft | |
| Feb | 75% | 98 ft | |
| Mar | 85% | 482 ft | |
| Apr | 88% | 899 ft | |
| May | 91% | 1,344 ft | |
| Jun | 93% | 1,938 ft | |
| Jul | 96% | 2,034 ft | |
| Aug | 95% | 2,019 ft | |
| Sep | 90% | 1,487 ft | |
| Oct | 81% | 980 ft | |
| Nov | 68% | 349 ft | |
| Dec | 64% | 61 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-91–2,034 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
VFR reporting points nearby
| Point | Distance | Bearing | Reporting |
|---|---|---|---|
| ECHO | 4.5 nm | 348° | Compulsory |
| SIERRA | 4.6 nm | 175° | Compulsory |
| LIMA | 5.6 nm | 214° | Compulsory |
| OSCAR | 5.8 nm | 131° | Compulsory |
| WHISKEY | 6.5 nm | 290° | Compulsory |
| OEFFINGEN | 9.7 nm | 011° | On request |
| AUTOKINO | 11.2 nm | 354° | On request |
| WASSERTURM | 11.4 nm | 343° | On request |
Named VFR reporting points within ~20 nm; distance and bearing are from the airport reference point. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — check the current VAC/AIP for procedures and whether a report is required.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | 820 ft | 804 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 820 ft | 814 ft | — |
| Fernmeldeturm Stuttgart-Frauenkopf | 630 ft | 1,542 ft | — |
| Kraftwerk Münster | 591 ft | 761 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 538 ft | 1,558 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 538 ft | 1,549 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 538 ft | 1,545 ft | — |
| Fernsehturm | 453 ft | 1,591 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Stuttgart Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Stuttgart Airport?
The ICAO code for Stuttgart Airport is EDDS, and its IATA code is STR.
Where is Stuttgart Airport located?
Stuttgart Airport is large airport located in Stuttgart, Germany, at an elevation of 1,276 ft (389 m).
How many runways does Stuttgart Airport have?
Stuttgart Airport has 3 runways, the longest being 10,974 ft / 3,345 m.
Which airlines fly to Stuttgart Airport?
Airlines historically serving Stuttgart Airport include Aegean Airlines, Aer Lingus, Aeroflot Russian Airlines, Air Berlin, Air France, Air One, among 30 carriers (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Stuttgart Airport?
Historical data lists 79 nonstop destinations from Stuttgart Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Stuttgart Airport in?
Stuttgart Airport is in the Europe/Berlin time zone (UTC+02:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Stuttgart Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Stuttgart Airport is approximately 3.8° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Stuttgart Airport?
The nearest airport to Stuttgart Airport is Esslingen-Jägerhaus Airfield (DE-0279), about 6.2 nm to the ne, followed by Hahnweide Airfield and Pattonville Airfield.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Stuttgart Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.