Hof-Plauen Airport serves the north-eastern Bavarian area, at the border with Saxony and near the Czech Republic, approximately 12 km from Hof's city center.
It is a very small airport with limited connections.
How to get to Hof-Plauen Airport
By Car
By Train
By Bus
Average travel time to HOQ
Parking near Hof-Plauen Airport
The parking, not large, is just a few steps from the terminal.
The parking is not under direct surveillance, but rates remain reasonable.
How to get to Hof from HOQ
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Car rental at Hof-Plauen Airport
Car rental is not typically available at the airport; it's better to arrange it in advance with an operator in the city.
Hotels near Hof-Plauen Airport
Central station
The taxi ride to the terminal is about 10 minutes along the B173; there's no dedicated bus line to the airport.
Best for: Those arriving or departing by train after the charter flight, or wanting the taxi to the airport just steps away.
- Hauptbahnhof 1 km away or right opposite, handy for those continuing their journey by train
- Taxis available immediately for the airport, no need to book far in advance
- Area of offices and services, little evening life around the station
- No direct connection to the airport: a taxi is still needed
Recommended hotels
- DORMERO Hotel Hof Former department store converted 1 km from the station, modern and spacious rooms; a good base for those arriving on a charter or business flight. View availability
- Hotel Burghof Right opposite Hof station, with free sauna included and buffet breakfast; handy for those who need to leave again right away by train or taxi. View availability
Old town and market square
Same roughly 10-minute taxi to the airport, passing through the city centre; no dedicated bus line to the terminal.
Best for: Hof's old town on foot, among restaurants and city life, for those staying longer than a simple stopover.
- Market square and the old town reachable on foot from the hotels in the area
- A choice of small, family-run hotels, with in-house restaurant
- Some streets in the centre are pedestrian only, the last stretch by taxi has to be done on foot
- Same reliance on taxi for the airport, no direct line
Recommended hotels
- Hotel Maxplatz Historic building on Hof's market square, 18 rooms with gym and inner garden; handy for visiting the centre on foot. View availability
- Hotel Strauss Family-run since 1826, 10 minutes on foot from the station; the inner beer garden and the breakfast are the most mentioned points in reviews. View availability
- Quality Hotel Hof Hotel with sauna and restaurant 10 minutes on foot from Freiheitshalle and Theater Hof, handy for those with commitments in the city after the flight. View availability
Lake Untreusee
By taxi the trip to the airport is comparable to the rest of the city, around 10-15 minutes; no dedicated bus.
Best for: To unwind after a work flight, with the lake right outside the door instead of city traffic.
- On Lake Untreusee, a direct lakeside walk right outside the hotel door
- Peaceful setting, away from the traffic of the centre and the station
- Few restaurants in the immediate vicinity besides the hotel's own
- A taxi is still needed both for the centre and for the airport
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 Hof-Plauen Airport
Frequently asked questions
Q. Does Hof airport have many flights?
No, connections are generally very limited: always check operating status before planning your itinerary.
Q. Is Hof close to the Czech Republic?
Yes, it lies in a border area between Bavaria, Saxony and the Czech Republic.
Q. Do you need a passport to travel from Germany to the Czech Republic near Hof?
No, both countries are part of the Schengen area: for EU citizens an ID card is enough, with no systematic border checks.
Q. Is car rental available at Hof airport?
Not directly: it's best to book in advance with an operator in the city centre.
Flight board
Real-time status of arriving and departing flights