Nuremberg Airport: where to stay, areas and recommended hotels

Nürnberg Airport is about 5 km from the centre and is reached by the U2 underground line, direct and frequent, in just 12 minutes: one of the fastest airport-to-city links in Germany. That's why staying near the central station is almost always the best choice, even with a dawn flight. Those attending a trade fair at the nearby exhibition centre or preferring a green, quiet setting can look at Boxdorf; those travelling by car find the Nürnberg-West motorway junction convenient, just a few minutes from the centre.

Central station and Altstadt

Near the airport link · U2 underground direct in about 12 minutes from the terminal, with no changes; taxi in 15-20 minutes.

Best for: Those arriving or departing by underground who want the Altstadt a few minutes away on foot.

Pros

Direct, frequent U2, among the fastest airport-to-centre links in Germany
Hauptmarkt and the old town a few minutes' walk from the station

Cons

A busy transit area, less quiet during rush hour
Higher rates downtown on trade fair (Messe) days

Recommended hotels in this area

Leonardo Royal Hotel Nürnberg: Next to the station, in the historic Tafelhof Palais building; underground parking with charging points for electric cars.
The Cloud One Nürnberg, part of the Motel One Group: Right next to the central station, a few steps from the Altstadt; a brand of the Motel One group, formerly known as Motel One Hauptbahnhof.

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Boxdorf and the Fair district

Airport area · About 15 minutes by car or taxi from the terminal (around 8 km); there is no direct bus link.

Best for: Those attending a trade fair at the nearby exhibition centre or looking for a green, quiet setting near the airport.

Pros

A green, quiet area compared with the centre, with a Japanese garden and a sauna area at the hotel
Convenient for those driving to the Nuremberg trade fair

Cons

You need a car or a taxi: no direct bus link with the airport
Some reviews mention rooms that aren't the newest and aircraft noise with the window open