Stuttgart Airport serves the capital of Baden-Württemberg, an important center of the German automotive industry (Mercedes-Benz, Porsche), approximately 13 km south of the city center.
It is the gateway to the Black Forest, not far away, and to the city's automotive museums.
How to get to Stuttgart Airport
By Car
By Train
By Bus
Average travel time to STR
Parking near Stuttgart Airport
A multi-story parking garage is located next to the terminal.
It is under video surveillance; approximately 2.50 euros for 30 minutes, 5 euros for one hour, up to around 28 euros for the full day (39 euros in the XL area of P14); with the summer promotion, spaces can be found for approximately 29 euros per week.
How to get to Stuttgart from STR
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Car rental at Stuttgart Airport
Leading car rental companies have desks at the airport.
A driving license, passport, and credit card in the driver's name are required for the security deposit.
Hotels near Stuttgart Airport
Airport and Messe (Trade Fair)
Flughafen/Messe S-Bahn station under the terminal, 5 minutes' walk from the hotels; S2/S3 to the centre in 27 minutes.
Best for: Those attending a trade fair at the Messe or with a very early or very late flight.
- S-Bahn station 5 minutes' walk away, with trains every 15 minutes during the day
- Pedestrian boulevard linking the airport and the Messe directly
- An area of offices and fair pavilions, little evening life outside the hotels
- Higher rates during major trade fairs
Recommended hotels
- Mövenpick Hotel Stuttgart Airport On the pedestrian boulevard linking the airport and the Messe, 5 minutes' walk from the S-Bahn station. View availability
- Wyndham Stuttgart Airport Messe About 200 metres from the terminal and 100 from the Messe, with parking right in front of the hotel. View availability
Hauptbahnhof and Schlossgarten
Same S-Bahn as the airport area, in the opposite direction: S2/S3 from the central station in 27 minutes.
Best for: Those who want the old town, Königstraße shopping and the Schlossgarten a few steps away.
- Hauptbahnhof and Königstraße reachable on foot
- A gourmet restaurant with a Michelin star at one of the hotels in the area
- A central area, with the traffic and noise typical of a major station
- Higher rates than the airport area
Recommended hotels
- Steigenberger Graf Zeppelin Right in front of the central station, with a gourmet restaurant awarded a Michelin star. View availability
- Le Méridien Stuttgart About a 10-minute walk from the central station, near the Schlossgarten; the wellness area and breakfast are among the most praised features. View availability
Neckarpark and Bad Cannstatt
Neckarpark S-Bahn station about 1 km from the hotel; from there the centre is a few stops away, while the airport needs a change.
Best for: Those following an event at the stadium, the Hanns-Martin-Schleyer-Halle or the Mercedes-Benz Museum.
- A few steps from the stadium, the Mercedes-Benz Museum and the Hanns-Martin-Schleyer-Halle
- Free hotel parking, handy for those arriving by car for an event
- The nearest S-Bahn station is about 15 minutes on foot
- An area given over to events and offices, little to do on evenings without events
Recommended hotels
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Terminal guide
The terminal is appropriately sized for its role as a major industrial hub in Baden-Württemberg.
For international flights, it is advisable to allow 2–3 hours before departure.
Map of Stuttgart Airport
Frequently asked questions
Q. Why is Stuttgart important for the car industry?
It's the historic home of Mercedes-Benz and Porsche, both with dedicated museums open to visitors and well connected from the center.
Q. Is Stuttgart close to the Black Forest?
Yes, the Black Forest can be reached in about an hour by car from the airport, a popular destination for nature excursions.
Q. How do you get to central Stuttgart from the airport?
With S-Bahn lines S2 or S3, which link the airport directly to the center in about 27 minutes.
Q. Can you visit the Black Forest on a day trip from Stuttgart airport without renting a car?
It's trickier: regional train connections to Black Forest towns exist but require more changes and time than a rental car, available right at the airport.
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