Saarbrücken Airport — Saarbrücken, Germany
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Distance & flight time from SCN
Saarbrücken Airport
Saarbrücken Airport, identified by the code SCN, serves the German city of Saarbrücken near the borders of France and Luxembourg, making it a convenient access point for the tri-border Saar-Lor-Lux region. The airport supports scheduled and charter flights connecting travelers to German and European destinations, serving both business travelers tied to the region's industrial base and leisure passengers. Saarbrücken's proximity to French culture and cuisine gives the surrounding area a distinctly cross-border character. SCN's compact terminal and efficient layout reflect its role as a practical regional airport rather than a major international hub within Germany's aviation network.
Runways at Saarbrücken Airport (SCN)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08/26 | 6562 ft (2000 m) | 148 ft (45 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Saarbrücken Airport (SCN)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| AFIS | Langen Information | 123.525 MHz |
| ATIS | Saarbruekcen ATIS | 125.48 MHz |
| GND | Saarbruekcen Ground / Rollkontrolle | 118.555 MHz |
| RDR | LANGEN RADAR | 129.675 MHz |
| TWR | Saarbruekcen Tower / Turm | 118.355 MHz |
Airports near Saarbrücken Airport (SCN)
- Ramstein Air Base (RMS) — 43.3 km (26.9 mi)
- Metz-Nancy-Lorraine Airport (ETZ) — 67.6 km (42.0 mi)
- Luxembourg-Findel International Airport (LUX) — 79.5 km (49.4 mi)
- Frankfurt-Hahn Airport (HHN) — 82.1 km (51.0 mi)
- Strasbourg Airport (SXB) — 84.2 km (52.3 mi)
- Karlsruhe Baden-Baden Airport (FKB) — 85.8 km (53.3 mi)
- Nancy-Essey Airport (ENC) — 86.6 km (53.8 mi)
- Spangdahlem Air Base (SPM) — 89.8 km (55.8 mi)
Saarbrücken Airport (SCN) serves Germany's tri-border Saar-Lor-Lux region near France and Luxembourg, connecting business and leisure travelers across Europe daily.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Saarbrücken Airport?
The IATA code for Saarbrücken Airport is SCN.
What is the ICAO code for Saarbrücken Airport?
The ICAO code for Saarbrücken Airport is EDDR. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.