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Transportation to Rotterdam Airport from the City Center

Rotterdam, the popular city of South Holland, attracts many visitors every year. Famous for its architecture, Rotterdam also has the largest port in Europe. The Hague Airport in Rotterdam welcomes the city’s visitors. Public transportation is widely used in Rotterdam. In addition to being cheap, it offers a variety of alternatives such as buses, trams, metro and water vehicles, which are very practical. It is also possible to reach the neighboring city of The Hague (or Den Haag) by means of public transportation.

Many solutions have been developed to make it easier for the walking disabled to have access to the city alone. Besides the public transportation, taxi ride or car rental in the city is also fast and comfortable. To get to The Hague Airport in Rotterdam, you can take a taxi from your location or rent a car from car rental companies in various parts of the city. In addition, it is also possible to get to the city center by using public transport and continue from there.

The public transport cards used by the Dutch, unfortunately, do not apply for visitors. If you want to reach the airport by public transportation you can take the standard one-way ticket. If you plan to use public transportation for the duration of your stay in the city, you can get one of the visitors' cards valid for 4 to 5 years. In order to use these cards for train travel, extra credit is required. Transportation is free for 0-3 years old children.

Bus

There are three different bus companies in Rotterdam; RET, ARRIVA and Conexxion. Among these, the most widely used company is RET. Although these companies commonly use the same bus stops, it is not possible to transfer between buses from different companies. If you want to reach the airport by public transport, first you have to reach the city center. To get to the airport, you can take the bus number 33 in Rotterdam City Center.

The bus travels every ten minutes during the day and every half an hour during the evening hours and arrives at the airport in about twenty-five minutes. After getting off the bus you can reach the airport which is within short walking distance. Other RET buses passing through the city center are buses number 38 travelling between the center of Schiedam and Kerkhoflaan, number 40 from the Delft Buffer station to the city center and number 44 from the Zuidplein to the city center.

Shuttle

It is possible to reach the airport in about ten minutes by shuttle number 50, which departs from Meijersplein metro station. The shuttle departs every half an hour, both during the day and in the evening.

Metro

The metro is the most widespread and most widely used alternative for transportation within the city and to neighboring cities. All lines of Metro meet at the city center.

It is very simple to get to the center by metro from all over the city and reach the airport from there. If you are coming from The Hague, you can reach the Rotterdam city center in about twenty-five minutes using the E line.

The E line provides transportation between Rotterdam and The Hague city centers. With the D line, from the De Akkers direction to Rotterdam city center, you can reach the centers of Beurs, Slinge, Rhoon, Tussenwater and Spijkenisse respectively.

Those coming from line A, B and C, can reach the city center by transferring to D line at Beurs station.

You can reach the city center by taking the C line from De Terp or De Akkers direction, following the stops of Pernis, Vijfsluzien, Troelstralaan and Parkweg, and transferring to D line. Then you can get to the airport by bus.

Passengers arriving from the A and B lines operating between the Binnenhof and Nesselande directions and the center of Schiedam can also use the D line to reach the city center.

Tram

It is also possible to reach the center from certain parts of the city by using the tram. You can use the trams 4, 7, 8, 20, 21, 23, 24 and 25 to get to the city center and here you can change to the bus to reach the airport.

Water Vehicles

You can reach the places near city center such as Leuvehaven and Veerhaven from the New York Hotel by water taxi which you can find about every ten minutes around the Maas River. You can also travel between Erasmusbrug / Spido, Katendrecht, St. Jobshaven and Heijplaat-RDM stations by taking the ferry called Aquliner.

Train

The train station in Rotterdam city center connects buses, metro and other public transport such as trams, as well as connecting different cities with railroads.

If you want to reach Rotterdam The Hague Airport from another neighboring city, you can take the train to Rotterdam city center and take the bus from there to the airport.

If you are coming from Amsterdam, you can use the Intercity Direct train which is traveling from Amsterdam Central Station to Rotterdam Central Station, stopping only at Schiphol, in approximately forty minutes.

In addition, the Intercity Train reaches from Amsterdam to Rotterdam city center, by stopping at Schipol, Ledien, Laheyn and Delft.

Taxi

If you want to reach the airport comfortably and quickly, taxi is a good alternative. It is very easy to find a taxi at any hour around the city, and it is also possible to book a taxi by phone before your flight. However, it should be noted that taxis are not an economical alternative in Rotterdam.

Car Rental

Renting a car to reach the airport is also a very practical solution. You can find the best car rental companies in various parts of the city, and rent a car to get to the airport.

Airport Information

Rotterdam The Hague Airport has frequent flights to many parts of Europe. Barcelona, ​​London, Rome, Vienna, Prague and Madrid are among the cities with most frequent flights. Since there are several flights during a day to some cities, you have the chance to take day trips.

Check-in and check-out at the airport is quite practical and not time-consuming. You can enjoy the free wireless internet service, enjoy the panoramic view of the terraces, eat and drink at the cafes, restaurants and bars, shop or spend time in the stores while at the airport. The airport also has private rooms designed for meetings, lunches, conferences and presentations.

Last Updated: 10 Feb 2017

Transportation to Duesseldorf City Center from Airport

Düsseldorf Airport

Düsseldorf Airport is located 6 km north of the city center. You can get to many central locations in the city from the airport by taxi, airport shuttles, trains, buses, and personal car.

Taxi

The fastest and most convenient transportation method to get to the city center from Düsseldorf Airport is by taxi. You can easily get to the city center by taking a certified airport taxi.  Taxis offer the option of paying the fare using a credit card and feature special booster seats for families with children.

Bus

Another transportation alternative to get to the city center from Düsseldorf Airport is by bus. Buses depart from the main arrivals hall and go to various central locations in the city. There are two bus stations at the airport. To find out more about the routes these buses take from these stations you can visit the airport’s website.

Train

The fastest transportation method to get to the city center from the airport is by train. There are two railway stations located within the airport. Using the station located next to Terminal C you can get to Bergisch Gladbach. The SkyTrain monorail is an inter-terminal transportation method connecting the passenger terminals, railway station and parking areas.

Rental Cars

You can get to the city center by renting a vehicle from one of the rental car offices located in the terminal building. Rental car companies that you can choose from include Avis, Buchbinder, Budget, Enterprise, Europcar, Hertz, Dollar, Sixt and Trifty.

Last Updated: 10 Jun 2019

Mönchengladbach Airport

Düsseldorf Mönchengladbach Airport is located 15 km west of central Düsseldorf. You can easily get to several central locations in the city from the airport by taxi or bus from. You can also drive your personal car to get to the city center.

Taxi

The fastest and most convenient way to get to the city from Düsseldorf Mönchengladbach Airport is by taxi. Taking a taxi to the city is easy and comfortable. Taxis offer the option of paying the fare using a credit card and feature special booster seats for families with children.

Bus

Another transportation alternative to get to the city from Düsseldorf Mönchengladbach Airport is by bus. You can get to various central locations in the city using the buses, which you can access from the terminal building.

Last Updated: 18 Apr 2019

Weeze Airport

Weeze Airport is located in the Lower Rhine region of Germany. You can take the train, a taxi, or bus from Weeze Airport to get to many central locations in the city. You can also drive your personal car and take advantage of the parking areas that are available.

Taxi

One of the transportation methods you can use to get to the city center from Weeze Airport is a taxi. You can get to the city comfortably and quickly by using a certified taxi company. Taxi companies that you can choose among include Taxi Dams, Niers Taxi and Taxi Wolff.  

Bus

Another transportation alternative to get to the city center from Weeze Airport is by bus. Buses depart from the main arrivals building and go to various central locations in the city. To get more information about the bus schedule and fare you can visit Weeze Airport’s website.

Train

The fastest way to get to the city center from the Weeze Airport is by train. The train station is located in close proximate to the airport. Trains run every 30 minutes and offer easy, comfortable and cheap transportation to the city center.   

Rental Cars

Another way to get to the city center is by rental car. You can rent a car from the rental car offices located opposite the main arrivals section of the terminal. Rental car companies that you can choose from include Avis, Budget, Europcar, Hertz, Sixt and Trifty.

Transfer Services

Using transfer services to reach your hotel from Weeze Airport is easy and convenient. For more information on transfer companies you can visit Weeze Airport’s website.

Limousine

Another option to get to the city from the airport is by limousine. To avoid waiting at the airport after you land we recommend arranging your vehicle beforehand. Limousine companies that you can choose from include Taxi von Agris GmbH, Taxi Arns, Exclusive Drive Limousine and Euro-Road-Cruise.

Last Updated: 18 Apr 2019

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Which airports can I use for Rotterdam-Duesseldorf flights?

For Rotterdam-Duesseldorf flights, you can use Rotterdam The Hague Airport, Rotterdam Centraal Railway Station as departure airport, and Duesseldorf Railway Station, Düsseldorf Airport, Mönchengladbach Airport, Weeze Airport for arrival.

How many kilometers is the flight distance from Rotterdam-Duesseldorf and how long does the flight take?

The flight distance between Rotterdam-Duesseldorf is 176 kilometers in total. The flight between the two cities takes 50 minutes.

Which day is the most convenient for Rotterdam-Duesseldorf flights?

When the average prices are examined, the most suitable day for Rotterdam-Duesseldorf flights is Friday.