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Denmark's second city gateway serving Jutland.
Opened
1946
Location
Aarhus, Denmark
Aarhus Airport (IATA: AAR, ICAO: EKAH) is the primary commercial airport serving Aarhus, Denmark's second-largest city, located approximately 35 kilometres northeast of the city centre near the town of Tirstrup. It handles both domestic and international traffic, connecting Jutland to destinations across Europe.
The airport has historically served as a regional hub for Scandinavian travel, with airlines offering routes to major European cities as well as domestic connections within Denmark. Passenger volumes are modest compared to Copenhagen Airport, reflecting its regional role.
Aarhus Airport has undergone periods of route expansion and contraction depending on airline demand, and it competes with the larger Billund Airport in Jutland for regional traffic.
Terminals
The airport operates a single passenger terminal handling both domestic and international arrivals and departures.
Getting to & from
Ground transport options between Aarhus Airport and the city centre include bus services, taxis, and private car hire, with journey times of approximately 45 minutes.
Airlines here
Airlines serving Aarhus Airport have included SAS, Ryanair, and other regional carriers operating seasonal and year-round European routes.
Notable facts
- ›Located near Tirstrup, approximately 35 km northeast of central Aarhus.
- ›Competes with Billund Airport as a major airport serving Jutland.
- ›The airport has a single runway designated 10L/28R.
- ›Passenger numbers are significantly smaller than Copenhagen's Kastrup Airport.
- ›The airport has hosted charter and low-cost carrier routes to southern European leisure destinations.
This profile is provided for general information only. Details may be inaccurate or outdated — always verify with the airport's official website before acting on them.
