Heringsdorf Airport - Flight Information and Guide (HDF)

Heringsdorf Airport serves the island of Usedom in the Baltic Sea, at the border with Poland, approximately 3 km from the town of Heringsdorf.

Usedom is known for its sandy beaches and the historic spa architecture of the Imperial Baths (Kaiserbäder) from the late 19th century.

Content verified on 03/09/2026

Official source: www.flughafen-heringsdorf.de

How to get to Heringsdorf Airport

Heringsdorf is approximately 3 km from the airport: the transfer takes approximately 8 minutes by bus or taxi.

By Car

Those arriving by car reach Heringsdorf in approximately 8 minutes.

By Train

A small local railway (Usedomer Bäderbahn) connects various beach resorts on the island, but it is not directly connected to the airport.

By Bus

A bus connects the airport to Heringsdorf and other locations on the island; ticket approximately €2–3.

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Tips In high summer season, book accommodation well in advance: Usedom is one of the most frequented beach destinations on the German Baltic Sea coast.

Average travel time to HDF

TrainNot available

Shuttle bus10 minutes

Taxi / Private hire10-12 minutes

Parking near Heringsdorf Airport

A small parking area is located not far from the terminal.

It is unattended; fees are generally modest, in line with the airport's seasonal traffic patterns.

How to get to Heringsdorf from HDF

By Train

The local Usedomer Bäderbahn railway connects various coastal resorts on the island and is not directly connected to the airport.

By Bus

A bus connects the airport to Heringsdorf in about 10 minutes; approximately 2-3 euros.

By Taxi

Official taxis wait in the arrivals area; approximately 10-12 euros to downtown.

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Car rental at Heringsdorf Airport

Not all car rental brands are represented: only some have a desk.

The deposit requires a credit card in the driver's name, along with a driving license and passport.

Hotels near Heringsdorf Airport

Heringsdorf Airport is isolated, about 12 km from the town centre: by taxi you get there in 16 minutes, but the scheduled bus towards the town runs only two services a day on weekdays, so it's worth planning ahead. All the useful options are concentrated in Seebad Heringsdorf, the seaside town with its pier and promenade on the Baltic: the choice is between staying on the seafront, aiming for a hotel with a major spa in the heart of the town, or looking for a greener, quieter area just minutes from the beach.

Nearby town

Seebad Heringsdorf, seafront and pier

By taxi, about 16 minutes from the airport (12 km); the bus towards Seebad Heringsdorf runs only two services a day on weekdays.

Best for: those who want the sea and the pier just steps away, even out of season

Pros

Pier and beach just steps away
Promenade with shops and restaurants open at all hours

Cons

The bus from the airport is very limited, better to take a taxi
In high season the promenade gets very busy

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Neighbourhood

Centre and wellness area

By taxi, about 16 minutes from the airport; the centre of Heringsdorf is a few minutes' walk from the sea.

Best for: those looking for a hotel with a major spa while staying close to the sea

Pros

Large wellness centres, useful on rainy days
A few minutes' walk from the beach and the pier

Cons

Higher prices during high-season periods
Parking is often paid

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Neighbourhood

Towards the woods, Eichenweg area

By taxi, about 16-20 minutes from the airport; the beach is a few minutes' walk away.

Best for: those who want a greener, quieter area while staying steps from the beach

Pros

A quieter residential area than the promenade
Beach just steps away despite the more inland position

Cons

Further from the shops in the centre
You still need transport to get around the island

Recommended hotels

Upstalsboom Heringsdorf 30 metres from the beach, with a 1,000 sqm spa and breakfast served until 13:00. View availability

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Airport services

The airport serves the island of Usedom on the Baltic Sea, with strong seasonality linked to summer beach tourism.

Shopping & Duty Free

A modest duty-free area is available with products typical of the Baltic region.

Lounges & relaxation

This terminal does not offer dedicated business-class seating areas.

Connectivity & Wi-Fi

A Wi-Fi service is available in the terminal's common areas.

Families & Children

Families in transit can rely on basic assistance in waiting areas.

Terminal guide

The terminal is moderately sized, but traffic grows significantly in the summer months.

The recommended time before departure for flights is 1.5 hours.

Map of Heringsdorf Airport

Frequently asked questions

Q. What are Usedom's Kaiserbäder?

The 'imperial spas', a group of seaside resorts (including Heringsdorf) developed in the late 19th century with a Belle Époque architecture that is still well preserved today.

Q. Does Usedom border Poland?

Yes, the island is divided between Germany and Poland, with the German side home to the main historic seaside resorts.

Q. How do you get around between Usedom's different resorts?

With the small local railway, the Usedomer Bäderbahn, which links the island's various beaches and towns.

Q. Can you walk to the Polish part of Usedom from Heringsdorf?

Yes, the border is just steps away along the seafront promenade that reaches all the way to Świnoujście, comfortably reachable on foot or by bike from Heringsdorf: both areas are within the Schengen zone, with no systematic checks.