Dresden International Airport
Dresden Airport is the main air gateway for Dresden in eastern Germany, offering a straightforward arrival point for visitors heading into the city and the wider Saxony region. Identified by the codes DRS and EDDC, it is classified as a large airport and is generally valued by travellers for being easier to navigate than the biggest European hubs. Its official time zone is Europe/Berlin, which matches local time in Dresden and across much of Germany, making onward planning simple for domestic and international passengers.
About Dresden International Airport
Dresden Airport is the main air gateway for Dresden in eastern Germany, offering a straightforward arrival point for visitors heading into the city and the wider Saxony region. Identified by the codes DRS and EDDC, it is classified as a large airport and is generally valued by travellers for being easier to navigate than the biggest European hubs. Its official time zone is Europe/Berlin, which matches local time in Dresden and across much of Germany, making onward planning simple for domestic and international passengers.
Overview
Dresden Airport is the main air gateway for Dresden in eastern Germany, offering a straightforward arrival point for visitors heading into the city and the wider Saxony region. Identified by the codes DRS and EDDC, it is classified as a large airport and is generally valued by travellers for being easier to navigate than the biggest European hubs. Its official time zone is Europe/Berlin, which matches local time in Dresden and across much of Germany, making onward planning simple for domestic and international passengers.
At a glance
- Airport name: Dresden Airport
- Location served: Dresden, Germany
- IATA / ICAO: DRS / EDDC
- Elevation: 755 ft (230 m)
- Runway: 04/22, 9,350 ft, concrete, lighted
- Official website: http://www.dresden-airport.de/en/index.html
What travellers should know
For passengers, Dresden Airport combines practical scale with solid operating infrastructure. Its single lighted concrete runway, 04/22, measures 9,350 feet, which supports regular commercial operations while helping keep the airfield layout relatively simple. That usually translates into shorter walking distances and an easier sense of orientation once you land or check in. Because the airport sits at 755 feet above sea level, weather and visibility can still affect operations at times, so it is worth checking your flight status before leaving for the terminal, especially in winter or during early morning departures.
Useful for trip planning
If you are building an itinerary, Dresden Airport works best as a calm, efficient entry point rather than a sprawling transfer hub. That can be an advantage for city-break travellers, families, and anyone who prefers a less hectic start or end to a journey. Before travelling, use the airport’s official website for live flight information, passenger guidance, and current airport services.
Routes
Top routes from DRS
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Nearby airports
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FAQ
Dresden International Airport — frequently asked questions
Quick answers to the details travellers usually check first, from codes and locations to the practical basics that help with planning.
9 common questions
- Dresden International Airport is located in Dresden, Germany (Europe), at coordinates 51.120°, 13.770°.
- Its IATA code is DRS and its ICAO code is EDDC.
- Dresden International Airport serves Dresden, Germany. When comparing fares, check whether other airports also serve the same area — prices and transfer times can differ between them.
- Dresden International Airport operates on Europe/Berlin local time. Departure and arrival times on tickets are always shown in each airport's local time, so double-check the offset when planning connections or pick-ups.
- Dresden International Airport sits at latitude 51.120° and longitude 13.770°. The map link in the details panel on this page opens the exact location for driving directions.
- Originfacts does not yet track scheduled routes from DRS. Use the flight search on this page to see live airline options for your travel dates.
- Route coverage for DRS is still being added to Originfacts. Run a search from DRS on the flight search page to see every destination airlines currently sell for your dates.
- Its address is Flughafenstraße, Dresden, Sachsen, 1109, Germany, the phone number is +49 351 8813360, the official website is http://www.dresden-airport.de/. For flight-specific questions (delays, baggage, rebooking), contact the operating airline directly rather than the airport.
- Yes — Originfacts lists 9 other airports in Germany. The nearby-airports section on this page links to each of them, which is useful when comparing fares or finding an alternative departure point.