Antwerp International Airport (Deurne) - Flight Information and Guide (ANR)

Antwerp Airport (Deurne) is a small regional airport about 5 km from Antwerp's city center, Belgium's second-largest city and home to one of Europe's largest ports.

It primarily serves charter flights and seasonal connections, with traffic considerably lighter than Brussels.

Content verified on 03/09/2026

Official source: www.antwerp-airport.be

How to get to Antwerp International Airport (Deurne)

The city centre of Antwerp is approximately 5 km from the airport: the transfer takes approximately 10-15 minutes by taxi.

By Car

Visitors arriving by car reach central Antwerp in approximately 10-15 minutes.

By Train

There is no railway station at the airport: Antwerp Central Station (Antwerpen-Centraal), one of Europe's most spectacular, is reached in minutes by taxi or bus.

By Bus

An urban De Lijn bus line connects the airport to Antwerp city centre.

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Tips Given the limited traffic at the airport, always check updated flight schedules in advance, especially for seasonal routes.

Average travel time to ANR

TrainNo direct connection

Shuttle bus10-15 minutes

Taxi / Private hire10-15 minutes

Parking near Antwerp International Airport (Deurne)

Not far from the terminal is a small parking area.

It is not supervised but is video-monitored; approximately 1.20-2.70€/hour depending on the parking lot selected, with a daily ceiling of about 16-20€.

How to get to Antwerp from ANR

By Train

There is no railway station at the airport; Antwerp's central station can be reached in a few minutes by taxi or bus.

By Bus

A De Lijn bus line connects the airport to Antwerp city center.

By Taxi

Official taxis wait in the arrivals area; the meter is standard for trips to the city center, approximately 15€ during the day, about 17.50€ in the night time slot (22:00-06:00).

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Car rental at Antwerp International Airport (Deurne)

Some international and local car rental companies have desks in the arrivals area.

Basic documents are driver's license, passport and credit card, plus the IDP in most cases.

Hotels near Antwerp International Airport (Deurne)

Deurne airport, mostly regional scheduled flights and business aviation, is so close to the center of Antwerp that looking for a hotel "near the airport" doesn't really make sense: it's almost always worth heading straight for the center, 15-20 minutes by taxi or a bit more by bus. The choice comes down to staying next to Centraal station, convenient for those continuing their trip by train, or in the historic center near the Grote Markt, better suited to those staying to see the city.

City centre

Antwerp Center

Deurne airport is about 5 km from the center: a taxi takes just 15-20 minutes, while the De Lijn bus line 16 reaches Centraal station in about 20-25 minutes.

Best for: Travelers coming to Antwerp for business or leisure: the center is just minutes from the terminal, with no need for a dedicated airport hotel.

Pros

Airport so close to the center that you don't need an "airport" hotel
Excellent rail connections from Centraal station to the rest of Belgium and the Netherlands

Cons

No direct airport-hotel shuttle: a regular bus or a taxi is needed
At peak times traffic can lengthen the taxi ride

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Airport services

The airport provides essential services appropriate for its limited traffic volume, which consists primarily of charter and seasonal operations.

Shopping & Duty Free

A small retail area offers Belgian chocolate and craft beers in gift packaging.

Lounges & relaxation

There are no private lounges, but the bar and dining area remains a comfortable alternative before departure.

Connectivity & Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi is available in public terminal areas. There is no mobile phone counter at the airport; for a local SIM it's better to visit a Proximus, Orange, or Base store in town.

Families & Children

The terminal offers basic accommodation for families with young children.

Terminal guide

The terminal is not large, requiring about 5–10 minutes on foot from check-in to gate.

Security screening is generally fast, but an advance of at least 2 hours is still advised.

Map of Antwerp International Airport (Deurne)

Frequently asked questions

Q. Why is the port of Antwerp so important?

It's one of the largest ports in Europe by cargo traffic, second only to Rotterdam: an economic role that makes Antwerp one of Belgium's most prosperous cities, well beyond its fame in the diamond trade.

Q. What kind of flights does Antwerp Airport operate?

Mostly charter and seasonal connections, with much lower traffic than Brussels: always check up-to-date schedules in advance.

Q. What to see in Antwerp near the airport?

The Gothic Cathedral of Our Lady and the historic Diamond District, both in the city centre just minutes from the airport.

Q. Do I need a visa for Belgium when arriving in Antwerp?

The same rules apply to all entries into the country, as it's part of the Schengen area: EU citizens enter freely, non-EU citizens generally without a visa for up to 90 days.