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Kiel-Holtenau Airport (KEL/EDHK) is a small general-aviation airfield in the Holtenau district of Kiel, northern Germany, located just north of the Kiel Canal locks and about 6 km from the city center. It has a single 1,050 m asphalt runway (08/26) and primarily serves private, business, and flight-training traffic rather than scheduled airlines. Its proximity to the Baltic Sea and Kiel Fjord makes it a convenient base for exploring Schleswig-Holstein.
💡 Local Tip
If you have time before departure, walk to the nearby Holtenau locks on the Kiel Canal—one of the world's busiest artificial waterways—and watch ships transit; it's a short distance from the airport.
🚖 Getting There
Kiel-Holtenau is about 6 km north of Kiel Hauptbahnhof; the easiest options are taxi or rental car, taking roughly 15–20 minutes. Local KVG buses connect Holtenau with central Kiel, but service is limited, so check current schedules in advance. By road, follow the B503 toward Holtenau and the Kiel Canal locks; parking is available at the airfield.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Are there scheduled passenger flights from Kiel-Holtenau Airport?
A: No, KEL currently has no regular scheduled airline service; it mainly handles general aviation, business jets, charter flights, and flight training.
Q: How far is the airport from Kiel city center?
A: It is about 6 km (3.7 mi) north of central Kiel, roughly a 15–20 minute drive depending on traffic.
Q: What facilities are available at the airport?
A: There is a small terminal/operations building, parking, and handling for general aviation; fuel and other services may require prior arrangement.
Q: Can I fly internationally from Kiel-Holtenau?
A: International general-aviation flights may be possible with prior coordination, but customs and border clearance are not guaranteed without advance notice.
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