Lübeck Blankensee Airport - Flight Information and Guide (LBC)

How to get to Lübeck Blankensee Airport

Lübeck city centre is approximately 8 km from the airport: the transfer takes approximately 15 minutes by bus or taxi.

By Car

Those arriving by car reach the city center of Lübeck in approximately 15 minutes.

By Train

Lübeck railway station offers connections to Hamburg, but it is not directly connected to the airport; it is reached by bus or taxi.

By Bus

A bus connects the airport to Lübeck's city centre, with regular departures; ticket approximately €2.40 (line 6, Lübecker Verkehrsgemeinschaft fare).

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Tips Do not miss a taste of the famous Lübeck marzipan, produced in the city for centuries and sold in historic shops in the center.

Average travel time to LBC

TrainNot available

Shuttle bus20 minutes

Taxi / Private hire18-22 minutes

Parking near Lübeck Blankensee Airport

The P1 comfort parking (330 spaces) is located at the terminal, with another 750 long-term spaces 350 meters away; the first 15 minutes are free.

Short-term parking costs 3 euros for 30 minutes; long-term parking 12 euros per day (52 euros per week).

How to get to Lübeck from LBC

By Train

Lübeck train station, reachable by bus or taxi, offers connections to Hamburg in approximately 45 minutes.

By Bus

Line 6 connects the airport to Lübeck city center in approximately 30 minutes, with departures every 30 minutes; approximately 3 euros.

By Taxi

Official taxis are available in the arrivals area; approximately 18-22 euros to the city center.

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Car rental at Lübeck Blankensee Airport

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

A driving license, passport, and credit card in the driver's name are required for the deposit.

Hotels near Lübeck Blankensee Airport

Lübeck Blankensee has had scheduled flights again since summer 2025, with Ryanair to Mallorca, Malaga and London Stansted after years of charter-only traffic. The terminal has its own station, less than 10 minutes by train from Lübeck's central station. From there, those heading for the sea continue on to Travemünde, the city's seaside resort on the Baltic, reachable in about 35-40 minutes by train with a change or 25-30 minutes by car from the airport: it's along its promenade and in its thermal spa area that the properties in this guide are found.

Nearby town

Travemünde, promenade and lighthouse

From the airport you can get there by train in about 35-40 minutes changing at Lübeck's central station, or by taxi in about 25-30 minutes with no changes.

Best for: Travemünde's beach and lighthouse just steps away, in a classic seaside hotel.

Pros

Travemünde's lighthouse and beach promenade just minutes on foot
Travemünde Strand station less than 5 minutes on foot from the hotels

Cons

A very touristy area, crowded especially on summer weekends
The transfer from the airport always requires a train change or a taxi

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Nearby town

Travemünde, thermal spa resort

The same time as the other Travemünde areas: about 35-40 minutes by train with a change at Lübeck, or 25-30 minutes by taxi from the airport.

Best for: Those looking for a thermal spa stay with pools and sauna, one step back from the main beach promenade.

Pros

A 4,500 sqm thalasso spa with seven saunas, plus the beach three minutes on foot
A resort atmosphere, more secluded than the central promenade

Cons

Further from the lighthouse and the heart of the promenade, requiring a longer walk
Resort-style atmosphere and prices, less suited to those looking for a city hotel

Recommended hotels

A-ROSA Travemünde A historic thermal resort near Travemünde's lighthouse, with a 4,500 sqm thalasso spa with seven saunas and a pool with Baltic seawater. View availability

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Nearby town

Travemünde, historic Kaiserallee

The same connection as the other areas: about 35-40 minutes by train with a change at Lübeck, or 25-30 minutes by taxi from the airport.

Best for: A grand historic seafront hotel with a wellness area, for those who prefer period charm to the new.

Pros

A 1912 building right on the seafront, with panoramic views of the beach and the Baltic
A 20-metre pool, Finnish sauna and two Turkish baths in the wellness area

Cons

Same distance from the airport as the other Travemünde areas, no advantage on the transfer
A grand historic-hotel atmosphere, less suited to those looking for a more intimate place

Recommended hotels

ATLANTIC Grand Hotel Travemünde A 1912 building on Travemünde's seafront, a former casino, with 73 rooms, a 20-metre pool and a Finnish sauna. View availability

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Airport services

The airport serves the ancient Hanseatic city of Lübeck, a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Shopping & Duty Free

There is a duty-free area featuring the famous Lübeck marzipan and other regional specialties.

Lounges & relaxation

Dedicated lounges are completely absent at this airport.

Connectivity & Wi-Fi

Wi-Fi covers the main public areas of the airport.

Families & Children

Families with children can count on a minimal but present service.

Terminal guide

The terminal is appropriately sized for regional traffic.

The recommended advance time for flights is 1.5 hours.

Map of Lübeck Blankensee Airport

Frequently asked questions

Q. Why is Lübeck famous for marzipan?

It's traditionally considered the home of German marzipan, produced in the city for centuries and sold in famous historic shops downtown.

Q. Is Lübeck's old town a UNESCO World Heritage Site?

Yes, the entire medieval old town, including the city's symbol, the Holsten Gate, is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Q. Is Lübeck connected to Hamburg?

Yes, with a direct train of about 45 minutes from the central station.

Q. Has Lübeck airport ever been used by low-cost airlines?

Yes, Ryanair historically operated there as one of its bases in northern Germany, although connections have decreased over the years compared to the carrier's period of greatest expansion.