Airports Near Freiburg
The closest airports to Freiburg, Germany: IATA codes, names and distances, each with a full airport guide covering terminals, lounges and transit.
The nearest airport to Freiburg, Germany is Colmar-Houssen Airport (CMR), about 24 mi (39 km) away — roughly 47 min by road. For long-haul flights, the main international gateway is Zurich Airport (ZRH).
| Code | Airport | Distance | Transfer | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CMR | Colmar-Houssen AirportColmar/Houssen, France | 24 mi / 39 km | 47 min | Regional |
| ZQL | Donaueschingen-Villingen AirportDonaueschingen, Germany | 31 mi / 50 km | 56 min | Regional |
| BSL | EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg AirportBale/Mulhouse, France | 32 mi / 51 km | 57 min | Regional |
| MLH | EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg AirportBale/Mulhouse, Switzerland | 32 mi / 51 km | 57 min | Regional |
| SXB | Strasbourg AirportStrasbourg, France | 39 mi / 63 km | 1 hr 10 min | Regional |
| BOR | Fontaine AirportBelfort, France | 45 mi / 73 km | 1 hr 21 min | Regional |
| ZRH | Zurich AirportZurich, Switzerland | 49 mi / 79 km | 1 hr 28 min | International |
| FKB | Karlsruhe Baden-Baden AirportBaden-Baden, Germany | 55 mi / 89 km | 1 hr 39 min | Regional |
Distances are straight-line; transfer times are road estimates. "Type" flags major/international gateways.
Which airport is best?
For the shortest transfer, Colmar-Houssen Airport (CMR) is the most convenient at about 24 mi out. If you're flying internationally or want the widest choice of routes, Zurich Airport (ZRH) (49 mi) is the bigger gateway — worth the extra distance for long-haul or cheaper fares.
Getting to and from the airport
Taxis and ride-hailing serve every airport here, and the larger ones usually add a rail, metro or bus link into Freiburg. Allow extra time in peak traffic. For exact routes, times and fares, open the airport guide — start with CMR.
Hotels near the airport
For early departures or late arrivals, a hotel near CMR saves a stressful morning transfer.
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Travel tips
Compare the total door-to-door time, not just the airfare — a cheaper flight into a distant airport can cost more once you add the transfer. Check whether your airport has a direct train or metro before defaulting to a taxi, and for international arrivals, confirm any visa or transit rules in advance.
Frequently asked questions
The nearest airport to Freiburg is Colmar-Houssen Airport (CMR), about 24 mi (39 km) away — roughly 47 min by road.