Hannover Airport terminals – the short answer: The airport in Langenhagen has four passenger terminals. A, B and C sit right next to each other and are connected; the separate Terminal D is only used occasionally at peak times. The letter in your check-in information tells you which terminal applies to your flight: “B212–215” means Terminal B, check-in desks 212 to 215.
Key facts at a glance (as of September 2026):
- Terminals A, B and C: side by side and connected; sat nav address (Terminal A): Flughafenstraße 4, 30855 Langenhagen.
- Terminal D: separate, 3 bus gates; check-in in Terminal C, then approx. 300 m on foot.
- Check-in code: letter = terminal, number = desk (A100–199 in Terminal A, B200–299 in B, C300–399 in C).
- Airlines: In a sample taken from 25 to 27 September 2026, Lufthansa and Eurowings mostly checked in at Terminal A, TUI fly at B or C depending on the flight, and Turkish Airlines and Pegasus at C – this can change, so check the online flight schedule.
- Operating hours: 00:00 to 24:00 according to the airport, no general night-flight ban.
- HAJway: free time slot for the security check.
- S-Bahn S5: the suburban train stops directly beneath Terminal C.
- Parking: Park King Valet with handover right outside the departure hall, or shuttle parking from €34 including transfer to the terminal.
Note: This is an independent guide by Park King, not a service of the airport. The airport information is based on publicly available sources and may change.
Hannover Airport terminals A, B, C and D at a glance
The three main terminals stand in a row along Flughafenstraße and are connected both landside and airside. According to the airport's own overview, there are 88 check-in desks and 20 gates in total. Departures are on the upper floor (E2) and arrivals at ground level (E1) – according to the airport, both levels are continuously connected across the terminals.
| Terminal | Used for | Special features | Nearby car park (walking time) |
|---|---|---|---|
| A | Schengen flights | sat nav destination; evening-before check-in | P1 (approx. 1 min.) |
| B | mainly Schengen flights | Service Center, lost and found | P1 (approx. 2 min.) |
| C | mainly non-Schengen flights | largest terminal, S-Bahn station, check-in for Terminal D | P3 (approx. 1 min.) |
| D | extra capacity at peak times | 3 bus gates, approx. 300 m from Terminal C | near P4 and P6 |
Walking times according to the airport, Schengen split according to Wikipedia. The current online flight schedule is what counts.
Terminal A: Schengen flights and evening-before check-in
Terminal A is the first terminal on the approach road – this is where the official sat nav address takes you. According to Wikipedia, it handles Schengen flights and is regarded as the “Star Alliance terminal”. It houses check-in desks A100 to A199, including the desks for evening-before check-in; car park P1 is about a one-minute walk away.
Terminal B: Service Center and lost and found
Terminal B adjoins A directly and is mainly used for Schengen flights. Since 2024, there have been flexible security checkpoints between A and B. The check-in desks here are numbered B200 to B299. The Airport Service Center is on the arrivals level: this is where you can get information and reach the lost and found office – around the clock, according to the airport.
Terminal C: the largest terminal, with S-Bahn station
Terminal C is the third terminal on Flughafenstraße, directly next to Terminal B. It opened in 1998, was renovated from 2018 to 2020 and is the largest terminal, with desks C300 to C399. It is mainly used for flights outside the Schengen Area. For such destinations, for example Turkey or Egypt, there is an additional passport control. The S-Bahn station is directly beneath it: the S5 runs every 30 minutes and takes about 15 to 18 minutes to Hannover Hauptbahnhof (central station). Car park P3 is about a one-minute walk away. According to the airport, taxis wait right outside the exits on the ground-level arrivals level, and the stop for bus route 470 is between the Maritim Airport Hotel and car park P3.
Terminal D: additional terminal with bus gates
Terminal D stands on its own near car parks P4 and P6 and has been back in regular operation on an occasional basis at peak times since July 2023. From its three bus gates, a bus takes you to the aircraft; check-in is in Terminal C. There is also the Karl-Jatho-Terminal (GAT) for general aviation.
Opening hours: is Hannover Airport open at night?
Yes. According to the airport, operating hours are 00:00 to 24:00, and there is no general night-flight ban. The reason: according to the Lower Saxony Ministry of Economic Affairs, the operating licence generally permits 24-hour operation. Instead of a ban, noise restrictions apply: between 23:00 and 05:59, only aircraft that stay below certain noise limits, which depend on take-off weight, may take off and land, and certain aircraft must generally use the northern runway between 22:00 and 05:59. This night-flight rule is in place until 31 December 2029. Flights do operate in the middle of the night: for Saturday, 26 September 2026, the online flight schedule showed 15 departures between 00:00 and 04:00, most of them to Turkey (retrieved on 25 September 2026).
If you are flying very early, some airlines let you check in the evening before – find out more in our guide to evening-before check-in at Hannover Airport (in German). These times apply to the airport only: all details on handing over your car to Park King are in your booking confirmation.
Which terminal at Hannover Airport? How to find out
There is no single departure terminal in Hannover: flights depart from Terminals A, B and C, and occasionally also from Terminal D at peak times. Here is how to find the terminal for your flight:
- Check the online flight schedule: According to the airport, the check-in desks and terminal are shown in the airport's online flight schedule up to three days before departure.
- Read the check-in information: The letter before the desk number is the terminal of your check-in desk.
- Look at the “Terminal” column: It shows the terminal where you go through security – according to the airport, this can differ from the check-in terminal.
- Gate on your boarding pass: The departure gate is only assigned on the day of the flight and is printed on your boarding pass.
- Check again on your departure day: Assignments can change at short notice.
Decoding the check-in information: what does “B212–215” mean?
| Information in the flight schedule | Meaning |
|---|---|
| B212–215 | Terminal B, check-in desks 212 to 215 |
| A114–119 | Terminal A, desks 114 to 119 (Lufthansa, SWISS, Austrian – also evening-before check-in) |
| Check-in C325–328, Terminal A | Check in at Terminal C, security check in Terminal A (as with a TUI fly flight to Varna on 25 September 2026, for example) |
| Departure Terminal D | Check-in in Terminal C, then approx. 300 m on foot |
Which terminal is my airline at? TUI fly, Eurowings, Lufthansa & co.
There is no fixed assignment – it changes with the flight schedule, destination and passenger volumes. The table shows where the airlines checked in for departures from 25 to 27 September 2026 according to the airport's online flight schedule (retrieved on 25 September 2026), along with the airport's non-binding guideline for when check-in opens.
| Airline | Check-in desks | Security check terminal | Check-in opens (guideline) | As of |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TUI fly | B211–216 or C323–328 | mostly A; some destinations (e.g. Djerba, Cape Verde, Larnaca) C | approx. 3 hrs before departure | 25–27 Sept 2026, subject to change |
| Eurowings | A107–112 (Pristina and Antalya: C) | A (Pristina: C) | approx. 2 hrs 15 min before departure | 25–27 Sept 2026, subject to change |
| Lufthansa, SWISS, Austrian | A114–119 | A | approx. 2 hrs before departure | 25–27 Sept 2026, subject to change |
| SunExpress | C305–328 | C (Turkey flights); EU flights A according to the airport | approx. 3 hrs before departure | 25–27 Sept 2026, subject to change |
| Corendon | A105–107, A120–122 or C304–321 | A (e.g. Canary Islands, Greece) or C (Turkey, Egypt) | approx. 2.5 hrs before departure | 25–27 Sept 2026, subject to change |
| Turkish Airlines | C301–306 | C | approx. 3 hrs before departure | 25–27 Sept 2026, subject to change |
| Pegasus | C301–311 | C | approx. 3 hrs before departure | 25–27 Sept 2026, subject to change |
Important: This is a snapshot, not a fixed rule. Check the terminal and desk for your flight in the online flight schedule or in your travel documents; your airline's information is binding for check-in times. The airport does not include charter flights in its overview of airlines – in that case, your tour operator is the right point of contact.
TUI fly Hannover: terminal, check-in and bag drop
According to the airport, TUI fly has six aircraft based in Hannover (summer 2026) and therefore appears frequently in the flight schedule. The airline's contact point is on the departures level of Terminal B, and check-in opens about 3 hours before departure as a guideline, according to the airport. TUI itself states that the desks open no later than 2 hours before departure and close 60 minutes beforehand. If you travel by public transport, TUI says you should reach the departure airport no later than three hours before take-off.
- Check-in desks: in the sample, B211–216 (for early-morning departures) or C323–328 (from late morning).
- Security check: mostly in Terminal A for destinations such as Mallorca, the Canary Islands or Greece; in Terminal C for some destinations such as Djerba, Cape Verde or Larnaca.
- Bag drop after online check-in: According to TUI, web check-in is free from 48 hours up to 1 hour before departure. With a boarding pass and hand luggage only, you go straight to security; suitcases are dropped off free of charge at the check-in desk – TUI recommends doing this no later than 90 minutes before departure. TUI only offers bag drop machines in Frankfurt and Düsseldorf.
- Check-in at the desk without online check-in: according to TUI, this costs €30 per person aged 2 and over; exceptions apply to the “Perfect” fare and to package holidays booked through TUI Deutschland, airtours or Robinson, among others.
- Evening-before check-in: TUI fly is not currently on the airport's evening-before check-in list – please check with TUI.
- Arrivals: in the sample, TUI fly arrivals were spread across Terminals A, B and C; the online flight schedule shows the arrival terminal under “Arrivals” (“Ankunft”).
As of 25 September 2026 – subject to change, check the terminal in the online flight schedule.
Where can I find the Eurowings check-in at Hannover Airport?
Mostly in Terminal A: in the sample from 25 to 27 September 2026, the Eurowings desks were A107–112, with security also in Terminal A. The exceptions were flights to Pristina (check-in and security in Terminal C) and Antalya (check-in at C323–328). The online flight schedule shows the current desk up to three days before departure. According to the airport, check-in opens about 2 hours 15 minutes before departure as a guideline. For evening-before check-in, Eurowings has used desk 112 in Terminal A since 28 March 2026, according to the airport – for a limited period until 31 October 2026, according to Eurowings. As of 25 September 2026 – subject to change, check the terminal in the online flight schedule.
Lufthansa, SWISS and Austrian: Terminal A
In the sample, Lufthansa, Lufthansa City Airlines, SWISS and Austrian consistently used desks A114–119 in Terminal A. According to the airport, check-in opens about 2 hours before departure as a guideline. Evening-before check-in also takes place at the same desks. Air France, KLM and SAS also checked in at Terminal A (A102–106). As of 25 September 2026 – subject to change, check the terminal in the online flight schedule.
SunExpress Hannover: Terminal A or C
According to the airport, SunExpress handles flights within the EU in Terminal A and flights outside the EU in Terminal C. In the sample, all SunExpress flights went to Turkey – with check-in at desks between C305 and C328 and security in Terminal C. Check-in opens about 3 hours before departure as a guideline. As of 25 September 2026 – subject to change, check the terminal in the online flight schedule.
Corendon Hannover: terminal depends on destination
The airport does not state a fixed terminal for Corendon. In the sample, travellers to Fuerteventura, Gran Canaria, Heraklion, Kos, Corfu and Mallorca checked in at A105–107 or A120–122 (Terminal A), and those flying to Antalya and Hurghada at desks between C304 and C321 (Terminal C). According to the airport, check-in opens about 2.5 hours before departure as a guideline. As of 25 September 2026 – subject to change, check the terminal in the online flight schedule.
Turkish Airlines and Pegasus: Terminal C
According to the airport, Turkish Airlines has its contact point on the departures level of Terminal C; in the sample, check-in was at C301–306. Pegasus checked in at desks between C301 and C311, also with security in Terminal C. For flights to Turkey, there is an additional passport control. According to the airport, both open check-in about 3 hours before departure as a guideline. As of 25 September 2026 – subject to change, check the terminal in the online flight schedule.
Evening-before check-in: which airlines?
According to the airport, Lufthansa, SWISS and Austrian (desks A114–119) and Eurowings (desk 112, until 31 October 2026 according to Eurowings) currently accept luggage the evening before; both are in Terminal A. Times, costs and what you need to bring are explained in our guide to evening-before check-in in Hannover (in German).
Hannover Airport check-in: online check-in, desks and luggage
Each airline sets its own check-in opening time. As a guideline, the airport gives about 2 to 3 hours before departure depending on the airline (see the table above for each airline). According to the airport, the desks usually close 30 to 45 minutes before departure – for TUI fly, according to the airline, as early as 60 minutes beforehand. The information in your travel documents is binding.
Checking in at Hannover Airport: your options at a glance
- Online check-in: Many airlines offer it via their website or app – according to the airport, the airline's homepage tells you whether yours does. You then drop off your suitcases at the desk.
- Check-in kiosk: According to the airport, no airline in Hannover currently offers a self-service check-in kiosk – allow time for dropping off your luggage at the desk.
- Check-in desk: The online flight schedule shows the desk and terminal up to three days before departure; the letter before the desk number is the terminal.
- Evening-before check-in: According to the airport, Lufthansa, SWISS and Austrian (desks A114–119) and Eurowings (desk 112, until 31 October 2026 according to Eurowings) accept luggage the evening before departure, both in Terminal A (see above for details).
Good to know:
- If your flight is delayed: According to the airport, check-in usually still takes place based on the original departure time.
- No left-luggage service: Suitcases cannot currently be stored at the airport.
- Wi-Fi: free for up to 3 hours per day.
Security check and time planning
HAJway: free time slot for security
With HAJway, you reserve a free time slot for the security check in advance – according to the airport, for all departures. Liquids must go in a transparent 1-litre bag, which is available at the airport for €1; booking, the process and hand luggage rules are explained in our guide to HAJway and the security check (in German).
How much time should you allow?
Plan to be at the desk when check-in opens – about 2 to 3 hours before departure depending on the airline – plus time for your journey, parking and walking within the terminal. Our guide How early should you be at Hannover Airport? (in German) walks you through the calculation step by step, and our guide to getting to Hannover Airport covers all routes.
How do I get to Terminal D?
- Check in and drop off your luggage in Terminal C.
- Take the stairs or lifts to the arrivals level.
- Follow the continuous footpath of approx. 300 m to the Terminal D entrance – accessible from Terminals A to C via level E1.
- From the bus gate, a bus takes you to the aircraft.
According to the airport, the nearby car park P4 is closed for maintenance until 30 September 2026.
Picking up at the terminal: where to stop and wait
According to the airport, you may stop directly in front of all terminals free of charge for up to 10 minutes, no more than twice per calendar day (as of September 2026). If your guests arrive at Terminal D, the airport recommends waiting in front of Terminal C or in the short-stay area P3; there is a weather shelter in front of Terminal D. The short-stay rates after the free minutes and all waiting options are explained in our guide Picking up and stopping for free at Hannover Airport (in German).
Parking near the terminals: car parks and Park King
Walking times from the official car parks according to the airport, compared with Park King (as of September 2026):
| Parking option | Route to the terminal | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Car park P1 (airport) | approx. 1 min. to A, approx. 2 min. to B/C | max. height 2.10 m |
| Car park P2 (airport) | 2–5 min. | max. height 2.00 m |
| Car park P3 (airport) | approx. 1 min. to C | max. height 2.10 m |
| Car parks P4–P6 (airport) | 4–7 min. | max. height 2.00 m; near Terminal D; P4 closed until 30 September 2026 |
| Car park P7 (airport) | 10–14 min. | max. height 2.00 m |
| P10 (airport) | 10–13 min. or free shuttle bus | seasonal, 15 May – 1 November 2026, online reservation only |
| Park King Valet | handover right outside the departure hall | no shuttle, no waiting for a bus |
| Park King shuttle parking | free shuttle to the terminal included | from €34 (base price, 1 day) |
You'll find all car parks with prices in our comparison of the car parks at Hannover Airport (in German).
Park King Valet: handover outside the departure hall
With valet parking at Hannover Airport, you hand over your car right outside the departure hall – no shuttle, no waiting for the bus. Up to 8 people are included at no extra charge, free cancellation up to 24 hours before arrival, base price from €99 for 1 day. Your booking confirmation tells you at which terminal the handover takes place.
Shuttle parking with transfer to the terminal
With Park and Fly in Hannover (in German), you take the free shuttle to the terminal. Park King P1 “Flexible” can be cancelled free of charge up to 24 hours before arrival, while Park King P2 and P4 on the “Saver rate” are the cheapest Park King rates (key handover, no free cancellation). Base prices: from €34 for 1 day (Park King P4) and from €65 for 7 days (Park King P2), 2 people included, each additional person €7.50 when booked online. For comparison: without a reservation, the official “Spar” (saver) rate in airport car parks P4–P6 costs €113 for 7 days on site according to the airport's parking fees valid from 1 September 2026, and the “Spar-Plus” rate in airport car park P7 costs €108. The search shows the exact price for your travel dates; it depends on the day of arrival and the season.
Don't confuse them: the tariff names P1, P2 and P4 refer to Park King products, not to the airport car parks of the same name. Park King is an independent private provider.
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Frequently asked questions about Hannover Airport terminals
How many terminals are there at Hannover Airport?
Four: Hannover Airport has passenger terminals A, B, C and D. A (Schengen flights), B (mainly Schengen) and C (largest terminal, mainly non-Schengen, with S-Bahn station) are side by side and connected. D stands separately, has three bus gates and has been used occasionally at peak times since July 2023. There is also the Karl-Jatho-Terminal for general aviation.
Which is the departure terminal in Hannover?
There is no single departure terminal: flights depart from the connected Terminals A, B and C, and occasionally also from Terminal D at peak times. The airport's online flight schedule shows which one applies to your flight up to three days in advance. Its “Terminal” column shows the terminal for the security check, which can differ from the check-in terminal.
Where is Terminal C arrivals at Hannover Airport?
Terminal C is the third terminal on Flughafenstraße in Langenhagen, directly next to Terminal B. The arrivals level is at ground level, and taxis wait right outside the exits. The S-Bahn S5 stops beneath Terminal C, and according to the airport, car park P3 is about a one-minute walk away. The online flight schedule shows under “Arrivals” (“Ankunft”) whether your flight arrives at C.
How do I get to Terminal D?
You check in at Terminal C, take the stairs or lifts to the arrivals level and follow the continuous footpath of about 300 metres to the Terminal D entrance. It can be reached from Terminals A to C via level E1. Terminal D has three bus gates.
Which terminal does Eurowings depart from in Hannover?
Mostly from Terminal A: in a sample taken from 25 to 27 September 2026, Eurowings passengers checked in at desks A107–112 and went through security in Terminal A. The exceptions were flights to Pristina and Antalya, with check-in in Terminal C. The assignment can change, so check the airport's online flight schedule.
Which terminal does TUI fly check in at in Hannover?
Terminal B or C, depending on the flight: in the sample from 25 to 27 September 2026, the TUI fly desks were B211–216 (early departures) or C323–328, with security mostly in Terminal A and, for destinations such as Djerba or Cape Verde, in Terminal C. According to the airport, check-in opens about 3 hours before departure. The assignment can change, so check the online flight schedule.
When does check-in start at Hannover Airport?
About 2 to 3 hours before departure depending on the airline; each airline sets its own exact time. As a guideline, the airport gives around 2 hours for Lufthansa, 2 hours 15 minutes for Eurowings, 2.5 hours for Corendon and 3 hours for TUI fly, SunExpress, Turkish Airlines and Pegasus (as of September 2026). Your travel documents are binding.
How can I check in at Hannover Airport?
Online via your airline's website or app, if offered, at the check-in desk or – with Lufthansa, SWISS, Austrian and Eurowings (until 31 October 2026 according to Eurowings) – even the evening before in Terminal A. After checking in online, you drop off your suitcases at the desk. According to the airport, no airline in Hannover currently offers check-in kiosks. The online flight schedule shows your desk up to three days in advance.
Why does Hannover Airport have no night-flight ban?
Because, according to the Lower Saxony Ministry of Economic Affairs, the operating licence generally permits 24-hour operation. Instead of a ban, noise restrictions apply: between 23:00 and 05:59, only aircraft that stay below certain noise limits may take off and land. The rule is in place until 31 December 2029. For the night to 26 September 2026, the online flight schedule showed 15 departures between 00:00 and 04:00, mostly to Turkey.
How big is Hannover Airport?
According to the airport, the airport site covers around 1,000 hectares, 570 hectares of which is operational area. There are three runways (the longest is 3,800 metres including run-up sections), 88 check-in desks, 20 gates and capacity for up to 10 million passengers a year. Around 5.34 million passengers used the airport in 2025.