Hannover Airport (HAJ)

Hannover, DE 🇩🇪 Large International Airport Scheduled Service

ICAO

EDDV

IATA

HAJ

Elevation

183 ft

Region

DE-NI

Local Time

Airport Information

GPS Code: EDDV

Local Code: Not available

Location: 52.461102° N, 9.68508° E

Continent: EU

Type: Large International Airport

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What Travelers Say

AI-Generated Summary Based on web research

Hannover Airport (HAJ) generally receives mixed to positive reviews from recent travelers, often praised for its manageable size and efficiency, making for a relatively stress-free experience. However, some recurring issues, particularly regarding staff demeanor and occasional operational glitches, temper the overall satisfaction.

What Travelers Love

Efficiency and Short Waiting Times: Many travelers appreciate the short ways within the airport and quick processing at check-in, security, and baggage claim. Arrival procedures are often noted as very smooth, with luggage usually arriving within minutes.
Terminal Facilities and Cleanliness: The airport is consistently described as very clean and well-maintained. It offers the expected facilities for a medium-sized airport, including a good selection of restaurants like Mövenpick and McDonalds, supermarkets, and decent duty-free options, especially landside.
Transportation Connections: Excellent public transport connections are frequently highlighted, particularly the S5 S-Bahn line which provides a fast (around 18 minutes) and direct link to Hannover's main station. The airport is also easily accessible by car, with good parking options and shuttle services available.
Convenient Size: Its medium size is often seen as a significant advantage, avoiding the overwhelming crowds and long distances found in larger hubs, which contributes to a more relaxed travel experience.

Common Complaints

Security Wait Times and Staff: While often efficient, some reviews mention slow security checking and occasional long queues, especially during peak times. There are also occasional complaints about unfriendly or grumpy staff at various service points. Current estimates show security wait times around 27-29 minutes, and immigration around 8 minutes.
Limited Airside Offerings: After passing through security, the food and shopping possibilities are more limited compared to the landside area, often consisting of just a small duty-free shop and an expensive snack bar.
Infrastructure Issues: Some travelers report recurring problems with lifts and escalators to the train station being out of order.
Overnight Comfort: For those needing to stay overnight, the seating is generally not comfortable for sleeping due to armrests, with limited suitable options.
Wi-Fi and Power Sockets: Occasional issues with Wi-Fi connectivity and non-working power plugs in waiting areas have been noted.

Overall, Hannover Airport offers a generally efficient and clean travel experience, especially for those utilizing its excellent rail connections. While it excels in its core functions for a regional airport, travelers should be prepared for potentially variable security wait times and manage expectations regarding post-security amenities and staff interactions.

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Popular Flight Routes

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Top Airlines

Operating at Hannover Airport

Airlines by Flight Activity

Based on observed flight operations and route network

Airline	Routes	Flights	Destinations	Last Activity
TuiFly `TUI` / `X3`	21	65	21	Oct 25, 2025
Bringer Air Cargo `BCT` / `E6`	13	52	13	Oct 25, 2025
SunExpress `SXS` / `XQ`	7	43	7	Sep 9, 2025
Lufthansa `DLH` / `LH`	2	22	2	Oct 25, 2025
Turkish Airlines `THY` / `TK`	2	21	2	Oct 25, 2025
Corendon Airlines Europe `CXI` / `XR`	7	19	7	Oct 25, 2025
Pegasus Airlines `PGT` / `PC`	2	19	2	Oct 9, 2025
Corendon Airlines `CAI` / `XC`	4	18	4	Oct 25, 2025
Austrian Airlines `AUA` / `OS`	1	16	1	Oct 25, 2025
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines `KLM` / `KL`	1	14	1	Oct 25, 2025

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For Pilots

Designation	Length	Width	Surface	Status
`09C/27C`	1804 ft	75 ft	ASP	Active
`09L/27R`	10499 ft	148 ft	CON	Active Lighted
`09R/27L`	7677 ft	148 ft	CON	Active Lighted

Type	Description	Frequency
AFIS	LANGEN INFORMATION	`119.825 MHz`
APP	DIRECTOR	`119.6 MHz`
ATIS	Hannover ATIS	`136.575 MHz`
GND	Hannover Ground / Rollkontrolle	`121.955 MHz`
RDR	BREMEN RADAR	`131.325 MHz`
TWR	Hannover Tower / Turm	`120.18 MHz`
TWR	Hannover Tower / Turm	`120.405 MHz`

Ident	Name	Type	Frequency
`HA`	Hannover	NDB	`320 kHz`
`HAD`	Hannover	DME	`113950 kHz`
`HAE`	Hannover	NDB	`332 kHz`
`HBD`	Hannover	DME	`116900 kHz`
`HW`	Hannover	NDB	`358 kHz`

Ground Transportation

Last updated: Nov 21, 2025

Taxis

Taxis are available 24/7 at the designated taxi ranks directly outside the arrivals level of Terminals A, B, and C. The journey to Hannover city center typically takes about 20-25 minutes, depending on traffic.

Rental Cars

The Car Rental Centre is conveniently located in the arrivals area, situated between Terminal A and Terminal B. You can find desks for major international companies such as Sixt, Avis, Europcar, Hertz, and Enterprise.

Public Transportation

The S-Bahn (suburban train) line S5 offers a direct link from the airport to Hannover's main train station (Hauptbahnhof). The S-Bahn station is located in Terminal C. Trains depart every 30 minutes, and the journey to the city center takes approximately 18 minutes. Additionally, bus line 470 connects the airport to the Langenhagen Zentrum station.

Distances are approximate and calculated as straight-line distances.