Altenburg-Nobitz Airport is located at the border between Thuringia and Saxony, approximately 8 km from Altenburg's city center, a city renowned as the birthplace of Skat card games.
It is a very small airport with limited connections and predominantly charter flights.
How to get to Altenburg-Nobitz Airport
By Car
By Train
By Bus
Average travel time to AOC
Parking near Altenburg-Nobitz Airport
The parking, compact in size, is a short distance from the terminal.
There is no custodial staff, and prices are nonetheless reasonable.
How to get to Altenburg from AOC
By Train
By Bus
By Taxi
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Car rental at Altenburg-Nobitz Airport
To rent a car, it is better to contact an operator in town, since it is generally not possible at the airport.
Hotels near Altenburg-Nobitz Airport
Altenburg's historic centre
By taxi, about 10-15 minutes for the 5 km to the airport; bus 328 to Nobitz leaves from Altenburg station with hourly departures (about 12 minutes), convenient only if the timing matches the flight.
Best for: those arriving or leaving by train who want to stay within walking distance of shops and monuments
- A few steps from the market, the castle and the railway station
- More choice for dinner and breakfast than in the outlying areas
- No direct, frequent link to the airport, you need a taxi
- Small properties, book ahead on event weekends
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The park and the Großer Teich
By taxi, about 10-15 minutes for the 5 km to the airport; the historic centre is a few minutes' walk away.
Best for: those who prefer a quiet setting with their own parking, a short distance from the centre
- A restored nineteenth-century building overlooking the Großer Teich pond
- Free on-site parking, useful for those arriving by car
- A few extra minutes' walk from the central market compared with the other properties
- Few restaurants in the immediate vicinity besides the hotel's own
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The outskirts of Altenburg
By taxi, about 15 minutes for the 7 km to the airport; the historic centre takes another 5-10 minutes.
Best for: those travelling for work who want a meeting room, sauna and gym on site
- Indoor fitness area and sauna, useful after a long flight
- Four meeting rooms, designed for those on a business trip
- About 2 km from the historic centre, you need a car or a taxi for the city too
- Residential area, little to do on foot in the evening
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Airport services
Shopping & Duty Free
Lounges & relaxation
Connectivity & Wi-Fi
Families & Children
Terminal guide
The terminal is very small, among the simplest in the German network, consistent with the airport's minimal traffic.
The recommended time before departure for flights is 1 hour.
Map of Altenburg-Nobitz Airport
Frequently asked questions
Q. Why is Altenburg known for card games?
It is considered the birthplace of Skat, one of the most popular card games in Germany, with a dedicated museum in the town center.
Q. Does Altenburg airport have many flights?
No, connections are generally very limited and mostly charter: always check whether the flight is operating before planning your itinerary.
Q. How far is central Altenburg from the airport?
About 6 km, a 10-12 minute drive.
Q. Is car rental available at Altenburg airport?
Not directly: it's best to book in advance with an operator in the town center.
Flight board
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