Paderborn Lippstadt Airport serves eastern Westphalia, approximately 25 km from Paderborn, a university city known for its historic cathedral.
It is a regional airport with limited connections, partly oriented to business traffic linked to the technology companies in the area.
How to get to Paderborn Lippstadt Airport
By Car
By Train
By Bus
Average travel time to PAD
Parking near Paderborn Lippstadt Airport
The airport's official parking is located in front of the terminal.
It is under video surveillance; first half hour free, then approximately 1 euro/hour, with a maximum daily rate of around 15 euros.
How to get to Paderborn from PAD
By Train
By Bus
By Taxi
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Car rental at Paderborn Lippstadt Airport
The major established car rental companies operate from the arrivals area.
For the security deposit, a credit card in the driver's name is required, along with a driving license and passport.
Hotels near Paderborn Lippstadt Airport
Cathedral and old town
About 16 km from the airport: taxi in 20-25 minutes, or bus to Paderborn station in 20-40 minutes (daytime only).
Best for: For those who want the cathedral and the pedestrian centre just minutes on foot from the hotel.
- Cathedral and pedestrian centre reachable on foot from the hotel
- Station about 500 metres away, also handy for trains to Hanover or Dortmund
- Buses to the airport don't run at night or very early in the morning
- Small, family-run hotel: few rooms available
Recommended hotels
Westerntor and the station
Same distance as the cathedral area: taxi in 20-25 minutes from the airport, bus to the station in 20-40 minutes.
Best for: Families or multi-night stays who want their own kitchen, close to the station and shops.
- Apartments with their own kitchen, handy for families or multi-night stays
- Just steps from the station and the shopping street
- No 24/7 reception: check-in is handled directly by the host
- Fewer restaurant options than in the cathedral area
Recommended hotels
- Westerntor City Studio Apartment with kitchen just steps from Paderborn station and the shopping street, handy for those arriving by train after the airport. View availability
- STAYWELL XXL Für 7 I Parkplatz I Küche I Netflix Family apartment with its own kitchen and free parking, run by a host active for years with very positive reviews. View availability
Detmolder Straße, north of the city
Same distance from the airport as the cathedral area; the old town is then about 3 km away, reachable by city bus or taxi.
Best for: Those looking for a lower rate who don't need to stay in the old town.
- City bus stop right in front of the hotel
- Rooms with kitchen (fridge and oven), handy for multi-day stays
- The cathedral and old town are about 3 km away, a bus or taxi is needed
- Reception open only from 11:00 to 23:00, not 24/7
Recommended hotels
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Terminal guide
The terminal is appropriately sized, consistent with the airport's limited traffic.
For flights, it is advisable to calculate 1.5 hours before departure.
Map of Paderborn Lippstadt Airport
Frequently asked questions
Q. Does Paderborn airport have many flights?
No, connections are generally limited and partly geared towards business traffic: always check operating status before planning your itinerary.
Q. What should you see in Paderborn?
The historic cathedral and the city centre, with an important university and technology tradition.
Q. How far is central Paderborn from the airport?
About 18 km, a 20-25 minute taxi transfer.
Q. Why does Paderborn airport have business traffic?
Because of the presence of major technology companies in the area, which generate a significant share of business travel.
Flight board
Real-time status of arriving and departing flights
