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Linz Airport (LNZ / LOWL) is located in Hörsching, near Linz, the third-largest city in Austria. It is a minor international airport and the closest major airport to Linz. The airport is 16 km from the centre of Linz and offers both domestic and international flights.
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Linz Airport is located in Hörsching
Linz Airport is relatively small, with 11 gates. There is a shop and a café in the entrance hall, along with check-in and airline desks. Beyond the security checks, there is a duty-free shop and a small café accessible from the domestic and international gate areas. The airport also has a roof terrace that is open during the summer months, offering visitors a free-of-charge opportunity to observe airplanes. The rooftop also has a playground for children. Additionally, special viewing spots have been created for plane spotters, providing unobstructed angles for photography.
The airport is equipped with a 3000-metre-long precision runway with two instrumental landing systems and a helicopter landing pad. Medium-haul aircraft have 16 parking positions available. Interestingly, Linz Airport is a military airport with a civil right of use. The civil part is located north of the landing strip, while the second-largest barracks in Austria and a military airfield named "Fliegerhorst Vogler" lie to the south.
Linz Airport has a rich history of air traffic. Initially, air traffic took place at the Südbahnhofmarkt in the centre of Linz, where the zeppelin Estaric I took off in 1909. In 1925, air traffic was established between Linz and Vienna. The air traffic operation was based in the Linz-Katzenau district until 1938 when it was terminated, leading to the relocation of the airport to Hörsching.
Today, Linz Airport is served by various airlines, including Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa, Eurowings, and Laudamotion. It offers flights to destinations such as Frankfurt, Munich, Vienna, and Mallorca. The airport is easily accessible via federal highways B139 and B1, and taxi and car rental facilities are available. There are several car parks, including short-stay, schedule, and large car parks located near the terminal. A shuttle service is provided for travellers from the Hörsching railway station to the airport.
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Airlines that fly to Linz Airport
Linz Airport, also known as Blue Danube Airport, is a small, minor international airport located in Hörsching, near Linz, Austria. It is the fifth-largest airport in Austria by passenger numbers.
- Ryanair flies to three destinations from Linz: Frankfurt, London Stansted, and Kos.
- Corendon flies to two destinations: Hurghada and Heraklion.
- Eurowings flies to two destinations: Palma de Mallorca and Kos.
- Austrian Airlines flies to Frankfurt.
- Ryanair UK flies to London Stansted.
- European Air Transport
- Turkish Airlines
- Lufthansa
- Air Dolomiti
- Fly Egypt
- Lufthansa Cityline
- European Air Charter
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How to get to Linz Airport
Linz Airport, also known as Blue Danube Airport, is located in Hörsching, near Linz, Austria. It is accessible by several means of transport.
By Car
The airport is located southwest of Linz and is easily accessible via motorways A1 and A25. The distance from the airport to the centre of Linz is 13 kilometres, and the drive takes around 20 minutes.
By Bus
Bus line 601 connects the airport to the city centre of Linz in 20 minutes. The bus leaves Monday to Saturday every full hour, and on Sundays and public holidays, it leaves at 3:30 pm. The fare is €2.20 for adults and €1.10 for children aged 6-15.
By Train
There is a free shuttle service from Hörsching railway station, which can be reached from Linz main station.
By Taxi
Taxis are available at the airport and the taxi rank is located in front of the Arrivals hall. A taxi ride to the centre of Linz costs around €30-€40.
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History of Linz Airport
Linz Airport, formerly known as Blue Danube Airport, is located in Hörsching, near Linz, Austria. The history of the airport can be traced back to the early days of aviation, with the first recorded instance of air traffic in Linz taking place in 1909 when the zeppelin Estaric I took off from the Südbahnhofmarkt in the city centre.
The Early Years (1925 - 1955)
In 1925, air traffic was established between Linz and Vienna, and in 1934, the air traffic operation was based in the Linz-Katzenau district. However, this operation was terminated by the NSDAP after 1938, and the airport was moved to Hörsching. The ground-breaking ceremony for the military airfield Linz-Hörsching took place in 1938, and it was largely used as a flying school. In 1945, the airfield was taken over by the United States Air Force and renamed "Camp McCauley".
Development and Growth (1955 - 1970s)
Permission to use the airfield as a civil airfield was granted in 1950, and regular passenger air traffic began in 1956. The company operating the airport, Flughafen Linz Betriebs Ges.m.b.H., was founded in 1955. The airport has seen several renovations and expansions over the years, with the first passenger terminal being built in 1972 and officially opened in 1976.
Expansion and Modernisation (1980s - 1990s)
The 1980s and 1990s saw further development and expansion of the airport, with the addition of new passenger terminal facilities, the establishment of new flight connections, and the construction of customs buildings and cargo hangars. The airport also witnessed the landing of the supersonic jet Concorde several times until 1989.
Recent Years (2000s - present)
In the 2000s, Linz Airport continued to grow and modernise, with the opening of new cargo terminals and the expansion of flight connections. The airport has also collaborated with local flying clubs to offer private accompanied trial flights. In 2019, the airport underwent a rebrand, officially changing its name from Blue Danube Airport Linz to Linz Airport.
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Airport facilities
Linz Airport (German: Flughafen Linz, IATA: LNZ, ICAO: LOWL) is a minor international airport located in Hörsching, near Linz, Austria's third-largest city. The airport is a shared property, with 50% belonging to Upper Austria state and 50% to the city of Linz.
Linz Airport is a relatively small airport with 11 gates. In the entrance hall, there is a shop and a café, along with check-in and airline desks. Beyond security, there is a duty-free shop and a small café accessible from the domestic and international gate areas. The airport also features a roof terrace that is open during the summer months, offering free access to guests and a playground for children. There are also special viewing spots for plane spotters, providing unobstructed angles for photography.
The airport covers an area of 383 hectares (946 acres) and includes two runways, extensive logistics and maintenance facilities, and a helicopter landing pad. It is equipped with a 3000-meter-long precision runway with two instrumental landing systems. For medium-haul aircraft, there are 16 parking positions available.
Linz Airport has a separate General Aviation Center that handles various services, including passport and customs checks, refueling, cleaning, defrosting, and other passenger and crew services. The airport also houses the airline pilot school AeronautX Luftfahrtschule.
The airport can be accessed via federal highways B139 and B1, and car rental facilities are available on-site. There are several short-stay and schedule car parks, as well as two large car parks with a total of 2,300 parking spaces located near the terminal. A shuttle service is provided to transport passengers to the departure hall. Additionally, EV charging stations for electric cars, e-bikes, and Segways are available at the K2 short-term car park.
Bus line 601 connects the airport to the city centre of Linz, and a free shuttle service is provided for travellers from the Hörsching railway station, which can be reached from Linz Central Station.
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Frequently asked questions
Yes, Linz has its own airport, called Linz Airport (LNZ / LOWL).
Linz Airport is located 16 km from the city centre of Linz.
Airlines that fly to Linz Airport include Austrian Airlines and Lufthansa.
Linz Airport has a shop and cafe in the entrance hall, as well as a duty-free shop and a small cafe accessible from both the domestic and international gate areas. There is also a roof terrace that can be visited during the summer months.
