Norden-Norddeich Airport Guide

IATA NODICAO EDWSNorddeichUpdated 2026-10-13
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Norden-Norddeich Airfield (ICAO EDWS) is a Sonderlandeplatz, a special-use airfield, on the North Sea coast of Lower Saxony. It lies about 4 km north of the town of Norden and 2.5 km east of the Norddeich ferry district, at 1 m above sea level. The airfield is private and has no commercial terminal.

It has one asphalt runway, 16/34, which measures 720 m by 20 m. Approval covers motor aircraft up to 2,000 kg, ultralight aircraft and helicopters up to 5,700 kg. A flying club keeps two aircraft in a hangar on the east side.

FLN Frisia Luftverkehr, based in Norddeich, uses the field for flights to the East Frisian islands, flown with Britten-Norman Islanders. Scheduled flights to Juist ended on 1 March 2025 after passenger numbers fell as express ferries took over. FLN kept the Norddeich site open, mainly for helicopter traffic, including flights serving offshore wind farms.

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Key facts

Size
1 runway
Location
53.633, 7.190
Operator
FLN Frisia Luftverkehr GmbH

Terminals

1 terminal

Norden-Norddeich Airport has 1 passenger terminal — Airfield building for around 1 airlines. Check which terminal your airline uses before you travel, as check-in, security and boarding points differ between them, and moving from one to another can take time.

  • Airfield buildingGeneral aviation

    FLN Frisia Luftverkehr

Nearby cities

3 cities

Norden-Norddeich Airport is closest to Norden (5 km south), and also serves Aurich, Emden and other nearby areas. With 3 towns and cities within reach, it is a practical gateway for the wider region. Distances shown are straight-line from the airport, so allow extra time for road transfers, traffic and parking.

  • Norden5 km south
  • Aurich28 km southeast
  • Emden40 km south

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the airport codes for Norden-Norddeich Airport?

Norden-Norddeich Airport uses the following codes: IATA: NOD, ICAO: EDWS. These codes are used by airlines, pilots, and travel systems to identify the airport.

Where is Norden-Norddeich Airport located?

Norden-Norddeich Airport is located in Norddeich, Lower Saxony, Germany. The airport coordinates are 53.6331°, 7.1903°.

What services are available at Norden-Norddeich Airport?

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