Karlsruhe Baden-Baden Airport
    IATA Code: FKB

    Karlsruhe Baden-Baden Airport

    Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport (FKB) Is Baden-Württemberg's Second Airport after Stuttgart, a Single Low-Cost Terminal in the Rhine Plain 12 km West of Baden-Baden and 40 km South of Karlsruhe

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    Airport Data Sheet
    FKB
    IATA / ICAOFKB / EDSB
    ServesBaden-Baden, Germany
    Coordinates48.7794° N, 8.0805° E
    Elevation408 ft
    Number of Terminals1 Passenger Terminal
    Airport Opening HoursDaily 06:00 to 23:00
    Recommended Arrival Time2.5 to 3 Hours Before
    Official Websitebaden-airpark.de
    // Airport Data

    Karlsruhe Baden-Baden Airport at a Glance

    Everything Happens in One Building, Opened in September 2005 and Rated for Two Million Passengers a Year: 20 Check-In Desks, Eight Departure Gates and Three Baggage Belts, All on a Single Level under One Roof. There Are No Piers and No Transit Train, so Aircraft Board on Foot from Walk-Out Stands or by Bus across the Apron

    IATA FKB · ICAO EDSB · Elev 408 ft
    // Connectivity

    Is There Free WiFi at Karlsruhe Baden-Baden Airport?

    Yes, and It Costs Nothing. The Airport Provides Public Wi-Fi across the Whole Terminal and Publishes No Session Limit or Sign-In Method. Power Sockets Sit in the Schwarzwald Lounge Opposite Arrivals, beside the Prayer Room, and at Every Departure Gate

    Where Can I Buy a SIM Card at Karlsruhe Baden-Baden Airport?

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    Airport WiFi

    Connection SpeedSlow / Unstable
    CostFree, Often Time-Limited
    Activation TimeLogin / Ads / Forms
    Documents NeededYes (eMail / ID / Login)
    CoverageOnly inside Airport
    SecurityPublic Network (Risk)
    Can Be Set Up before You FlyNo
    Local Phone NumberNo
    Can Pay in CashNot Applicable
    Where You Get ItAt the Terminal, Once You Land

    Local SIM Card

    Connection SpeedFast 4G/5G Speeds
    CostCounter Price, Varies by Desk
    Activation TimeQueue and Paperwork at the Desk
    Documents NeededPassport Often Required
    CoverageWorks across Entire Country
    SecurityPrivate Secure Connection
    Can Be Set Up before You FlyNo
    Local Phone NumberYes
    Can Pay in CashYes
    Where You Get ItA Desk or Kiosk in the Terminal

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    CostYour Operator Rate, Can Be High
    Activation TimeInstant Connection
    Documents NeededNone
    CoverageWorks across Entire Country
    SecurityPrivate Secure Connection
    Can Be Set Up before You FlyYes
    Local Phone NumberKeeps Your Own Number
    Can Pay in CashNo
    Where You Get ItAlready Active on Your Phone

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    Local Phone NumberOn Selected Plans
    Can Pay in CashNo
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    // Boarding Data

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    FAQs about Internet at Karlsruhe Baden-Baden Airport

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    // Terminal Guide

    First Time at Karlsruhe Baden-Baden Airport? Here’s What You Should Know

    Number of TerminalsF1
    1 Passenger Terminal
    Twenty Check-In Desks, Eight Departure Gates and Three Baggage Belts, in One Building Opened in September 2005
    FKB · Terminal Guide · F1
    Terminal LayoutF2
    All on One Level
    Departures and Arrivals Share a Single Floor under One Roof, Step-Free throughout, so the Walk from the Door to the Gate Is Short
    FKB · Terminal Guide · F2
    Transfers between TerminalsF3
    One Terminal, No Transfers
    Nothing to Connect. Of the Eight Gates, Four Are Schengen, Three Are Not and One Takes Either; Boarding Is on Foot or by Apron Bus
    FKB · Terminal Guide · F3
    Airport Opening HoursF4
    Daily 06:00 to 23:00
    The Operating Hours Published in the Airport's Own Charges Regulation. Landings and Take-Offs outside Them Carry a Surcharge
    FKB · Terminal Guide · F4
    Check-In and Security HoursF5
    Check-In Opens 2.5 h Ahead
    Counters Close 45 min Ahead of Departure and Boarding Ends 30 min Ahead. Ryanair Flights to Morocco and Amman Open at 3 h Instead
    FKB · Terminal Guide · F5
    Recommended Arrival TimeF6
    2.5 to 3 Hours Before
    The Airport's Own Advice; It Warns of Queues at Check-In and at Security, and the Self-Service Bag-Drop Kiosks Work for Ryanair Flights
    FKB · Terminal Guide · F6
    // Airport Parking

    Where Can I Park at Karlsruhe Baden-Baden Airport?

    See Practical Airport Parking Options, Walking Time to Terminals, Typical Price Guidance, and Booking Tips before You Drive to the Airport

    Parking Options
    8 Available
    Booking Advice
    Pre-Book Online
    Parking Ticket

    P3 Long-Stay Car Park

    Typical Price
    €20 a Day, €73 for 8 Days, €145 for 29 Days
    Location
    A Long-Stay Surface Car Park on the Baden-Airpark Site
    Best For
    The Cheapest Long Stay, Walk-Up Only

    The One Car Park That Cannot Be Reserved Online, and the Only One Charging by the Block: €2 to the Sixth Hour, Then €3 an Hour

    FKB · P3 · P3 Long-Stay Car Park
    Parking Ticket

    P11 Long-Stay Car Park

    Typical Price
    €20 a Day, €80 for 8 Days, €195 for 29 Days
    Location
    A Gated Long-Stay Car Park on the Baden-Airpark Site
    Best For
    A Week Away without Paying Premium Rates

    Cheaper by the Day than P13 or P15 and Dearer over a Month, so the Length of the Trip Decides between Them

    FKB · P11 · P11 Long-Stay Car Park
    Parking Ticket

    P13 Long-Stay Car Park

    Typical Price
    €25 a Day, €95 for 8 Days, €220 for 29 Days
    Location
    Behind the B&B Hotel, across the Forecourt from the Terminal
    Best For
    Parking beside the Airport Hotel

    Carries Designated Blue-Badge Bays, Directly behind the Hotel Building

    FKB · P13 · P13 Long-Stay Car Park
    Parking Ticket

    P15 Long-Stay Car Park

    Typical Price
    €25 a Day, €95 for 8 Days, €220 for 29 Days
    Location
    A Gated Long-Stay Car Park a Short Distance from the Terminal
    Best For
    Blue-Badge Bays a Short Walk Out

    Priced Identically to P13 and the Second of the Two Car Parks with Designated Disabled Bays

    FKB · P15 · P15 Long-Stay Car Park
    Parking Ticket

    P4 Long-Stay, 3 Weeks and Over

    Typical Price
    €125 for 22 Days, €225 for 57 Days
    Location
    A Reservation-Only Long-Stay Car Park on the Baden-Airpark Site
    Best For
    Stays of Three Weeks or More

    Sold Only in Blocks from 22 Days Up to 57, and Only with a Reservation, so There Is No Daily Rate at All

    FKB · P4 · P4 Long-Stay, 3 Weeks and Over
    Parking Ticket

    P5 Premium Underground Garage

    Typical Price
    €30 a Day, €125 for 8 Days, €270 for 29 Days
    Location
    The Underground Garage on the Baden-Airpark Site
    Best For
    Keeping the Car under Cover

    Reservation Only, and the One Place at the Airport Where the Car Is Out of the Weather for the Whole Trip

    FKB · P5 · P5 Premium Underground Garage
    Parking Ticket

    P14 Premium Car Park

    Typical Price
    €30 a Day, €125 for 8 Days, €270 for 29 Days
    Location
    A Reservation-Only Premium Car Park on the Baden-Airpark Site
    Best For
    A Premium Bay Booked in Advance

    The Surface Twin of the Underground P5, on the Same Tariff and the Same Reservation Rules

    FKB · P14 · P14 Premium Car Park
    Parking Ticket

    P16 Short-Stay Car Park

    Typical Price
    €3 per 30 min, €85 a Day Maximum
    Location
    The Short-Stay Car Park by the Terminal, on the Same Tariff as the Driveway
    Best For
    Meeting a Flight or Dropping Off

    The Terminal Driveway and the Unrestricted Area Cost Exactly the Same, so There Is No Free Minute Anywhere on the Site

    FKB · P16 · P16 Short-Stay Car Park

    Prices Took Effect on 1 February 2026, and Every Car Park on the Baden-Airpark Site Is Chargeable, the Terminal Driveway Included. Part of the Stock Is Kept Back for Walk-Ups

    // Passenger Facilities

    What Facilities Does Karlsruhe Baden-Baden Airport Have?

    Check Practical Terminal Services While Waiting, Arriving or Departing: Food, ATMs, Storage, Charging, Accessibility Support and More

    One Cash Machine Dispensing Euros Stands in the Northern Part of the Terminal. It Is the Only One the Airport Lists, so Draw What the Bus Fare or the Taxi Needs before You Go
    There Is None. The Airport States Plainly That Foreign Currency Cannot Be Changed Here, so Arrive with Euros or Use the Cash Machine in the Northern Terminal Area
    There Are No Lockers. The Airport Removed Them on Security Grounds, so There Is Nowhere to Leave a Bag between a Morning Arrival and an Evening Flight
    The Lost and Found Office Is inside the Security Area and Opens While Flights Are Arriving, on 07229 66 23 85. Outside Those Hours the Airport Asks You to Use Its Contact Form
    Coffee Fellows and Brezel Meister Run the Terminal Catering, with a Beer Garden and a Children's Playground on the Airside Terrace. A Mini-Market Opens Daily from 08:00
    The Box Shop in the Public Area Opens Daily 03:30 to 18:00 for Papers and Sweets. The Travel Value Shop Airside Sells Spirits and Tobacco Tax-Free to Non-EU Passengers
    Sockets Are in the Schwarzwald Lounge Opposite Arrivals, beside the Prayer Room, and at Every Departure Gate, Where the Airport Says They Can Be Used at Any Time
    Baby-Changing Rooms Are in the Public Arrivals Area and Again by the Departure Gates Airside, and the Airside Beer Garden Has a Children's Playground beside the Terrace
    The Whole Terminal Is on One Level and Step-Free, with an Induction Loop, White Floor Guidance to the Information Desk and Free Wheelchairs. Tell Your Airline 48 h Ahead

    Guide Dogs Are Welcome in the Terminal, Baggage Trolleys Are Free against a €1 Deposit, and the Prayer Room Is in the Southern Part of the Building at Arrivals Level

    // Overnight Stay

    Where Can I Sleep at Karlsruhe Baden-Baden Airport?

    Find On-Airport and Nearby Hotel Options, How to Reach Them from Arrivals, Expected Nightly Rates, and Practical Booking Tips for Late Arrivals or Early Departures

    Hotels Nearby
    1 Available
    On AirportFKB · H1

    B&B Hotel Baden-Airpark

    How to Reach
    A Walk across the Forecourt
    Location
    On the Baden-Airpark Site, Directly in Front of the Passenger Terminal
    Best For
    An Early Departure Out of Baden-Baden

    85 Air-Conditioned Rooms with Free Wi-Fi and a Reception Staffed Round the Clock

    This Is the Only Hotel on the Airport Site. It Does Not Discount Airport Parking for Guests, so a Night Here and a Car Park Are Two Separate Bills

    // City Transfer

    How Do I Get from Karlsruhe Baden-Baden Airport to Baden-Baden?

    Bus & Train at Karlsruhe Baden-Baden Airport

    See Exact Route Options, Departure Points, Schedule Windows and Ticket Tips for Getting to the Center after Landing

    Bus Connection

    215

    KVV Bus 215 to Baden-Baden Station

    24 to 28 min
    Departure Stop
    The Bus Stops Directly in Front of the Passenger Terminal
    Arrival Stop
    Baden-Baden Bahnhof, the Town's ICE and TGV Station
    Schedule
    About Hourly, with Extra Midday Runs · First 06:41, but 09:30 on Saturdays; Last 23:20
    Ticket
    €5.10 Adult Single, €2.60 Child, from the KVV Machine at the Stop

    The Station Is Not the Spa Quarter. For Leopoldsplatz in the Centre Stay on the Same KVV Ticket and Change to a Town Bus, about 47 min Door to Door

    FKB · 215 · KVV Bus 215 to Baden-Baden Station
    X34

    KVV Bus X34 to Rastatt and Bühl

    25 min Rastatt, 36 min Bühl
    Departure Stop
    The Bus Stops Directly in Front of the Passenger Terminal
    Arrival Stop
    Rastatt Bahnhof One Way, Bühl (Baden) Station the Other
    Schedule
    Hourly, Seven Days a Week · Rastatt 04:48 to 23:57, Bühl 05:45 to 22:57
    Ticket
    €3.70 Adult Single, €2.00 Child, from the KVV Machine at the Stop

    The Fastest Link to the Main Line and the One That Runs Earliest and Latest. Rastatt and Bühl Both Sit on the Rhine Valley Railway

    FKB · X34 · KVV Bus X34 to Rastatt and Bühl
    234

    KVV Bus 234 to Rastatt via Söllingen

    33 min to Rastatt
    Departure Stop
    The Bus Stops Directly in Front of the Passenger Terminal
    Arrival Stop
    Rastatt Bahnhof, or Schwarzach Station the Other Way
    Schedule
    Roughly Hourly on Weekdays · Weekdays 06:02 to 20:19, Fewer Runs at Weekends
    Ticket
    €3.70 Adult Single, €2.00 Child, from the KVV Machine at the Stop

    Slower than the X34 Because It Detours through the Village of Söllingen, but It Fills Gaps in That Timetable on Weekday Afternoons

    FKB · 234 · KVV Bus 234 to Rastatt via Söllingen

    Train Connection

    S7

    S7 and RE Trains, Rastatt to Karlsruhe

    About 50 min in Total
    Departure Stop
    Rastatt Bahnhof, 25 min from the Terminal on Bus X34
    Arrival Stop
    Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof
    Schedule
    Several Trains an Hour Out of Rastatt · Tied to the Bus, so 04:48 to 23:57
    Ticket
    €10.70 Adult Single, €5.60 Child, One KVV Ticket for Bus and Train

    The Airport Has No Railway Station of Its Own and There Is No Direct Bus to Karlsruhe, so This Single Fare Covers the Bus and the Train Together

    FKB · S7 · S7 and RE Trains, Rastatt to Karlsruhe
    T2

    ICE and TGV Services at Baden-Baden

    28 min to Reach the Station
    Departure Stop
    Baden-Baden Bahnhof, 28 min from the Terminal on Bus 215
    Arrival Stop
    The Rhine Valley Main Line towards Frankfurt and Basel
    Ticket
    Bus 215 Costs €5.10; Buy the Long-Distance Rail Ticket Separately

    The Airport Names Baden-Baden, Bühl and Rastatt as Its Rail Gateways. Note That Rail&Fly Tickets Are Not Valid on Any of the Buses to or from the Terminal

    FKB · T2 · ICE and TGV Services at Baden-Baden
    // Ground Transport

    Taxi, Ride Apps and Car Rental

    Compare the Main Door-To-Door Options after Landing, Including Official Taxi Pickup Points, Ride-Hailing Availability and On-Airport Rental Counters

    Rental Companies
    4 Available

    Regular Taxi

    Official Operators
    Taxi Ahmed, Airpark Taxi, Taxi Baden-Airpark, Taxi Bercan
    Pickup Point
    Taxi Ranks Directly in Front of the Passenger Terminal
    Travel Time to Center
    15 to 20 min to Baden-Baden Station

    Ride Apps

    No Confirmed Ride-Hailing Data Available Yet

    Car Rental

    Avis
    Desk Location
    Rental Desk inside the Terminal

    Avis and Budget Are Listed Together at Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden and Share One Airport Telephone Number

    FKB · Rental Desk · Avis
    Budget
    Desk Location
    Shares the Avis Desk inside the Terminal

    Carried on the Airport Rental Page beside Avis, on the Same Airport Line

    FKB · Rental Desk · Budget
    Europcar
    Desk Location
    Rental Desk inside the Terminal

    One of the Four Rental Providers the Airport Names, with Its Own Airport Number

    FKB · Rental Desk · Europcar
    Sixt
    Desk Location
    Rental Desk inside the Terminal

    Bookings Run through the Central German Reservations Number Rather than an Airport Line

    FKB · Rental Desk · Sixt

    Four Rental Brands Keep Desks in the Terminal, Alongside the Travel Agencies, and an E-Carsharing Operator Works the Wider Baden-Airpark Site

    // Airport FAQ

    Frequently Asked Questions about Karlsruhe Baden-Baden Airport

    KVV Bus 215 Runs from outside the Terminal to Baden-Baden Bahnhof in 24 to 28 min for €5.10. A Taxi Covers the Same Ground in 15 to 20 min
    There Is No Direct Bus. Take X34 to Rastatt, Then a Regional Train to Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof: About 50 min in Total, €10.70 on a Single KVV Ticket
    No. Strasbourg Is across the Rhine in France with No Public Transport Link, and the Airport Tells Passengers to Book a Taxi or a Shuttle Instead
    No. The Nearest Stations Are Rastatt, Bühl and Baden-Baden, Each Reached by KVV Bus from outside the Terminal. Rail&Fly Tickets Are Not Valid on Those Buses
    One, Opened in September 2005. It Holds 20 Check-In Desks, Eight Departure Gates and Three Baggage Belts, All on a Single Level under One Roof
    The Published Operating Hours Are 06:00 to 23:00, Every Day. Landings and Take-Offs outside Them Carry a Surcharge under the Airport's Charges Regulation
    The Airport Says 2.5 to 3 Hours. Check-In Opens 2.5 h Ahead of Departure, or 3 h for Ryanair Flights to Morocco and Amman. Counters Close at 45 min, Boarding at 30 min
    From €20 a Day, or €73 for Eight Days in P3, the Cheapest Long-Stay Car Park. The Premium P5 and P14 Cost €30 a Day. Short Stays Are €3 per 30 min, €85 a Day Maximum
    Yes. Public Wi-Fi Covers the Whole Terminal and No Session Limit Is Published. Power Sockets Are in the Schwarzwald Lounge, beside the Prayer Room and at the Departure Gates
    One. The B&B Hotel Baden-Airpark Stands in Front of the Passenger Terminal with 85 Air-Conditioned Rooms, Free Wi-Fi and a 24-Hour Reception. Guests Still Pay to Park
    // Know before You Go

    Travel Tips & Essential Information for Germany

    Germany is a well connected country for travelers, with efficient public transport, reliable infrastructure, and a mix of major cities, historic towns, and countryside destinations. Visitors commonly find daily travel straightforward, but planning ahead helps because some smaller businesses still prefer cash and many shops close on Sundays.

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    LanguageGerman
    Capital CityBerlin
    CurrencyEuro (EUR)
    Time ZoneCET, CEST
    Emergency112 · 110
    Driving SideRight
    Plug TypeType C and Type F
    Voltage230 V, 50 Hz
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    Official Languages: German

    English is commonly spoken in hotels, tourist areas, airports, and by many younger people, especially in larger cities. In smaller towns and local offices, English may be less common, so simple German phrases can be helpful.

    Mobile Network: Mobile coverage is generally good in cities, towns, and along main transport routes. Rural and forested areas can still have weaker signals depending on the network. Urban 4G is common and 5G is available in many populated areas.

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    Cards are widely accepted in cities, hotels, chain stores, and transport hubs, but cash is still commonly useful for small cafes, bakeries, market stalls, rural businesses, and some bars. Carry a modest amount of cash, especially outside major cities.

    Tipping is customary but moderate. In restaurants, people commonly round up the bill or leave about 5 to 10 percent for good service. It is typical to tell the server the total amount you want to pay when paying, rather than leaving cash on the table later. Small rounding up is also common for taxis and sometimes for hotel staff.

    Plug Type: Type C and Type F

    Voltage: 230 V, 50 Hz

    Adapter: Travelers from countries using different plug types or 110 V systems commonly need a plug adapter, and some devices may also need voltage compatibility. Many modern chargers support 100 to 240 V, but check the label first.

    Germany is generally considered safe for tourists, with low levels of violent crime affecting visitors. The main practical risks are pickpocketing in busy tourist areas, train stations, airports, festivals, and public transport, plus scams linked to taxis or nightlife in some large cities.

    • Watch bags, wallets, and phones in crowded places such as stations, Christmas markets, and major sightseeing areas.
    • Use only licensed taxis or reputable ride booking options where available.
    • Validate regional transport tickets where required and keep them with you, as inspections are common and fines can be high.
    • Be cautious around bike lanes, especially in cities, because cyclists often move quickly and have priority in marked lanes.
    • Keep an eye on local weather and transport alerts in winter, as snow, ice, or strikes can affect travel plans.

    Do

    • Carry some cash even if you expect to pay by card.
    • Wait for the green pedestrian signal, especially in busy urban areas.
    • Say hello before asking for help in smaller shops or restaurants.
    • Keep your train ticket or digital proof ready for inspection.
    • Respect quiet hours in apartments and residential neighborhoods.

    Avoid

    • Do not assume all businesses accept foreign cards or mobile wallets.
    • Do not walk in bike lanes or stand in them while taking photos.
    • Do not make loud noise in residential buildings late at night or on Sundays.
    • Do not forget to stamp or validate tickets when required on regional transport systems.
    • Do not use Nazi symbols, gestures, or related displays, which are heavily restricted and can be illegal.

    Local Cultural Tips

    • Punctuality is valued, so arrive on time for tours, reservations, and meetings.
    • People commonly greet with a simple hello and may prefer a polite but less informal style at first.
    • Quiet behavior is appreciated on public transport and in residential areas, especially late at night.
    • Many shops are closed on Sundays, except some stores in stations, airports, and tourist areas.
    • Recycling rules are taken seriously, and bottle deposit systems are common in supermarkets.
    • Queue orderly and wait your turn.
    • Address strangers politely and avoid being overly familiar at first.
    • Keep your voice low on trains and public transport.
    • Ask before taking close photos of people.
    • Follow posted rules in parks, stations, and apartment buildings.
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