Twente Airport — Enschede, Netherlands
← Looking for a different airport? Search hereThe airport code for Twente Airport (Enschede) is ENS — its ICAO code is EHTW.
Distance & flight time from ENS
Twente Airport
Twente Airport, coded ENS, is located near Enschede in the eastern Netherlands, close to the German border, and has a history rooted in military aviation as a former Royal Netherlands Air Force base. Following the base's closure to military use, the airport transitioned toward civilian operations, including charter flights, general aviation, and business aviation, alongside aircraft maintenance and cargo activities. Enschede itself is known for its textile manufacturing history and technical university, and ENS has periodically hosted low-cost or seasonal holiday charter services to Mediterranean destinations, though its commercial passenger role has remained smaller than that of Amsterdam Schiphol or other major Dutch airports.
Runways at Twente Airport (ENS)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05/23 | 9801 ft (2987 m) | 148 ft (45 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Twente Airport (ENS)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| INFO | Dutch Mil Info | 132.355 MHz |
| RADIO | Twente Radio | 119.955 MHz |
Airports near Twente Airport (ENS)
- Münster Osnabrück Airport (FMO) — 56.7 km (35.2 mi)
- Weeze (Niederrhein) Airport (NRN) — 90.8 km (56.4 mi)
- Lelystad Airport (LEY) — 95.4 km (59.3 mi)
- Groningen Airport Eelde (GRQ) — 96.1 km (59.7 mi)
- Dortmund Airport (DTM) — 97.8 km (60.8 mi)
- Volkel Air Base (UDE) — 106.2 km (66.0 mi)
- Düsseldorf Airport (DUS) — 110.0 km (68.4 mi)
- Bielefeld Airport (BFE) — 118.2 km (73.4 mi)
ENS serves Enschede in the eastern Netherlands near the German border; the airport is a former military base now used mainly for charter, cargo, and general aviation rather than major scheduled airline routes.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Twente Airport?
The IATA code for Twente Airport is ENS.
What is the ICAO code for Twente Airport?
The ICAO code for Twente Airport is EHTW. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.