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Airport · Leipzig, Germany

Leipzig/Halle LEJ

13 km from central Leipzig. Live flights, getting to town, car rental and where to stay.

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About the airport

Leipzig/Halle Airport lies in Schkeuditz, between the two cities in its name: about 18 km north-west of central Leipzig and a similar distance from Halle. It is one of Europe’s largest cargo hubs and home to DHL’s European hub, while passenger traffic focuses on holiday flights and a few connections to major airports.

Terminal

Passengers use a single terminal, with the check-in hall and a boarding pier. The railway station is built into the complex, a few minutes’ walk away.

Services

The terminal has restaurants, shops, free wifi, car parks and car rental desks.

The apron, with the terminal and control tower behindAn aircraft crossing the taxiway bridge over the A14 motorway

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Getting to the city

  • S-Bahn S5 / S5X

    S-Bahn Mitteldeutschland trains to Leipzig Hauptbahnhof in about 15 min and, in the other direction, to Halle (Saale). Some long-distance trains also stop here.

  • Taxi

    Rank outside the terminal. The ride to central Leipzig takes about 25 min.

Airport map

Terminal

Single passenger terminal, with a check-in hall and a boarding pier. Directly linked to the railway station.

Leipzig

Things to do in Leipzig

Leipzig, Saxony's largest city, is a historic trade-fair and music city linked to Bach and the peaceful protests of 1989. Today it is known for its young vibe, shopping arcades and art scene.

Thomaskirche

Thomaskirche

The church where Bach was cantor for 27 years and where he is buried. Home of the famous St Thomas Boys Choir.

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Nikolaikirche

Nikolaikirche

Starting point of the peace prayers and Monday demonstrations that preceded the fall of the Wall in 1989.

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Altes Rathaus

Altes Rathaus

The Renaissance old town hall on the Market Square, now the city history museum.

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Völkerschlachtdenkmal

Völkerschlachtdenkmal

Massive 1913 memorial to the Battle of the Nations against Napoleon, with a viewing platform on top.

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Frequently asked questions

How far is the airport from central Leipzig?

Leipzig/Halle airport is about 13 km from central Leipzig.

How do I get from the airport to central Leipzig?

From Leipzig/Halle airport you can take S-Bahn S5 / S5X (train) and Taxi. Pre-booked taxis and private transfers are also available.

How many terminals does Leipzig/Halle airport have?

Leipzig/Halle has one terminal: Terminal.

Landing in Leipzig?

Book your car and your stay before you arrive: more choice and better prices.

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