Nürnberg Airport Guide

Whether you have a layover, overnight sleepover or you are just quickly passing through, our Nürnberg Airport Guide is a great place to start planning your visit. Here, you’ll find information on services and facilities available inside the airport – including details about airport lounges, WiFi, mobile charging points, lockers, 24-hour food options, nearby hotels, and everything in between.

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NUE Airport Overview

To help you plan your layover or overnight sleepover, here is a quick run-down about what to expect during your time at Nürnberg Airport.

What to Expect

Nürnberg Airport (code: NUE) has a single, modern terminal that handles regional and seasonal flights. Amenities include several eateries and shops, a hair salon, and free WiFi. A McDonald’s is open 23 hours, closing for a shift change from 5:00 AM-6:00 AM. Economy class passengers can pay to enter one of two airport lounges.

Sleeping in Nürnberg Airport

Overnight campers report safe, pleasant nighttime stays, but be prepared to show your boarding pass. Metal, armrest-free seating is abundant, particularly in the arrivals area. Bring a blanket or sleeping bag to take advantage of floor space. A dedicated rest or sleep zone in the landside area departures level. Eye masks and earplugs help combat bright overhead lights and pesky announcements. For uninterrupted sleep, a hotel on airport premises offers day and overnight rooms. See the Airport Hotels section below for locations.

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Airport Hours

The airport is open 24 hours.

Rest & Relaxation Zones

A seating area is reportedly located Landside, Departure 2.

Take precautions even when sleeping in the rest zones. In December 2019, a traveller at another airport reported that money and credit cards had been stolen from their bag even though the bag was right beside them. Protect and lock your bags as you would sleeping elsewhere in public.

Cots

The airport does not provide cots to stranded travellers. If this has changed, click here to update the guide.

Airport Hotels

If sleeping in the airport sounds like a nightmare, there is a hotel within walking distance of Nürnberg Airport.

Mövenpick Hotel Nürnberg Airport (0.1 mi) Located across from the terminal (approximately 50 m). Day rooms may be available from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, subject to availability.

Airport Lounges

Pay-per-use, Single Visit Passes & Lounge Memberships

Regardless of what class of service you are flying, there are lounges that you can enter by paying at the door, purchasing a lounge pass or through a lounge membership program.

Dürer Lounge – Location: Terminal 1, Airside, departure gates, ground floor. Lounge Access: Pay at the Door • Lounge membership programs.

Airline Lounges

Not available.

Food & Drinks

Food and drink options are available landside and airside; however, only a limited number operate 24 hours. Reported 24-hour options include: REWE To Go supermarket – Marché Mövenpick Sandwich Manufaktur – McDonald’s.

Drinking Water
Petra tells us there are no water fountains, but “German tap water is safe to drink – just refill it at one of the restrooms.” (June 2024)

Luggage Storage & Lockers

Baggage lockers are located in the P1 car park. Rates are:

Small – 24 hours – 3,00€ / each additional 24 hours – 3,00€
Medium – 24 hours – 5,00€ / each additional 24 hours – 5,00€
Large – 24 hours – 7,00€ / each additional 24 hours – 7,00€

Mobile Charging

Power outlets are available throughout the terminal.

Showers

Unavailable. If this is incorrect, click here to update this guide.

WiFi/Internet

Free WiFi is available. Connect to the “Telekom” network.

More Airport Information

More Services, Facilities & Things To Do On A Layover

Note: Locations, hours, and rates may change. Information is provided for general reference only.

ATMs / Cash Machines – ATMs are available. Fees may apply; check with your bank for international withdrawal charges. Locations include landside, arrivals, and airside departures.

Baggage Trolleys – Available throughout the terminal and car parks. A refundable €1 coin (or equivalent) is required. A change machine is available in the baggage claim area.

Currency Exchange – Reisebank operates a currency exchange service in the arrivals area.

Duty-Free & Shopping – Duty-free shopping is available, along with a small selection of shops, including a convenience store.

Family Services – Baby changing facilities are available in restrooms landside and airside. Strollers can be rented from the bulky luggage counter. A children’s play area is available airside on the first floor.

Information Desk – Located landside on the ground level. Offers general airport assistance and basic services.

Observation Deck – An observation deck is available for plane spotting.

Postal Services – A mailbox is available landside near Check-In Counter 2.

Prayer Room – A multi-denominational quiet room is available airside on the first floor.

Smoking – Designated smoking areas are available.

Airlines

Nürnberg Airport is served by the following airlines: Air France • Corendon Airlines • Eurowings • KLM • Lufthansa • Ryanair • Swiss • Turkish Airlines • TUIFly • SunExpress • Vueling • Wizz Air.

Airport Transportation: Getting To/From The Airport

Bus

Postbus intercity buses offer 6x daily direct bus service to Munich city center, 3x daily service to northwest Germany (via Frankfurt and Würzburg) and twice daily service to Leipzig and Berlin. Tickets are sold on board or online, starting at €10 one way. Buses stop in front of Departure Terminal 1.

Car Rentals

Onsite car rental services are offered by Avis • Budget • Dollar • Enterprise • Hertz • Sixt. Location: Car Rental Service Centre across from the main terminal.

Hotel Shuttles

See Airport Hotels above.

Shuttle

Several companies offer door-to-door shared-ride and private shuttle service to and from Nürnberg airport. Contact your service provider of choice for details.

Subway

The U2 subway line links the airport to Nuremberg central station in a 12-minute journey.

Taxi

Taxis are available outside of the terminal, 24 hours a day. At the time of this update, a one-way trip to/from Nuremberg city center or railway station takes 15 – 20 minutes and costs about €21.00.

Security & Safety

We have not received any reports of safety concerns at Nürnberg Airport. Sleeping in any airport can include a certain level of risk, especially when travelling alone. It’s important to take certain precautions to ensure your safety and the security of your valuables. Here are a few tips:

Safety First. It’s a good idea to know where the security office is and look for video cameras where you plan to sleep. You can also ask the security personnel for advice on the safest places to spend the night.
Don’t Seclude Yourself. If you’re travelling alone, we recommend you stay near other travellers or close to security. This will help you feel more secure and deter potential thieves.
Hide Your Valuables. It’s also important to hide your valuables. Don’t leave them out in plain view, as this could make you a target for theft. Additionally, if you are a deep sleeper, you may want to padlock your bag to something or sleep with your bag up against a wall to make it harder for someone to access zippers and pockets. We have received reports of sleepers who woke up without their phones and laptop bags. The travellers were left with just their headphones and laptop bag strap.
Stay Alert. It’s best to stay alert and awake if you feel unsafe or uncomfortable. Drink coffee or other caffeinated beverages to help you stay awake, and remember that you can always catch up on sleep during your flight. These simple precautions can help you enjoy a safe night at the airport.

Last updated: 2026-03-20

This guide is for informational purposes only to assist with your planning. All information, including rates and hours, is subject to change at any time without notice. The information in this airport guide is based on information collected and/or received from the airports, lounges, hotels, transportation providers, and their websites. We are not representatives of any of the above-mentioned service providers. To report errors or to add/update any items mentioned in the guide: update the airport guide or write a review.