Airports Near Ludwigshafen am Rhein
The closest airports to Ludwigshafen am Rhein, Germany: IATA codes, names and distances, each with a full airport guide covering terminals, lounges and transit.
The nearest airport to Ludwigshafen am Rhein, Germany is Mannheim-City Airport (MHG), about 3 mi (5 km) away — roughly 11 min by road. For long-haul flights, the main international gateway is Frankfurt am Main International Airport (FRA).
| Code | Airport | Distance | Transfer | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MHG | Mannheim-City AirportMannheim, Germany | 3 mi / 5 km | 11 min | Regional |
| ZQC | Speyer AirportSpeyer, Germany | 12 mi / 20 km | 42 min | Regional |
| QEF | Frankfurt-Egelsbach AirportEgelsbach, Germany | 34 mi / 55 km | 1 hr 1 min | Regional |
| QMZ | Mainz-Finthen AirportMainz, Germany | 36 mi / 58 km | 1 hr 5 min | Regional |
| FRA | Frankfurt am Main International AirportFrankfurt-am-Main, Germany | 38 mi / 61 km | 1 hr 8 min | International |
| FKB | Karlsruhe Baden-Baden AirportBaden-Baden, Germany | 51 mi / 82 km | 1 hr 31 min | Regional |
| ZQW | Zweibrucken AirportZweibrucken, Germany | 51 mi / 82 km | 1 hr 31 min | Regional |
| HHN | Frankfurt-Hahn AirportHahn, Germany | 62 mi / 100 km | 1 hr 51 min | Regional |
Distances are straight-line; transfer times are road estimates. "Type" flags major/international gateways.
Which airport is best?
For the shortest transfer, Mannheim-City Airport (MHG) is the most convenient at about 3 mi out. If you're flying internationally or want the widest choice of routes, Frankfurt am Main International Airport (FRA) (38 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 Ludwigshafen am Rhein. Allow extra time in peak traffic. For exact routes, times and fares, open the airport guide — start with MHG.
Hotels near the airport
For early departures or late arrivals, a hotel near MHG 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 Ludwigshafen am Rhein is Mannheim-City Airport (MHG), about 3 mi (5 km) away — roughly 11 min by road.