Car hire Augsburg Airport

Augsburg Airport is located in Affing, seven kilometres from Augsburg city centre. Once a commercial regional airport, it has served only business and general aviation since 2005 as its previous commercial flights were moved to nearby Munich Airport. Car rental at Augsburg Airport is still available for passengers and private pilots through several companies.

Augsburg Airport facilities

The airport's small terminal provides passenger and pilot facilities such as full ground handling, hangar rental, priority customs and immigration clearance. A coffee shop, a crew room and lounge, refueling and maintenance are also available. Several flying schools operate at the facility. For business travellers, a taxi service to central Munich can be arranged.

Augsburg Airport excursions

The university town of Augsburg lies in the German state of Bavaria and dates from Roman times due to its strategic location. Its long history has resulted in many heritage sites and grand buildings, including the Town Hall, the Bishop's Residence and the 9th century cathedral. Its botanical gardens are well worth a visit. Munich can be reach with car hire in less than an hour.

Best time to visit

The climate in Augsburg is modified by the close proximity of the Bavarian Alps. Basically continental, it is wetter than the rest of Bavaria, with occasional violent rainstorms. Extreme temperature ranges between summer and winter are modified by the Fohn winds from the mountains, sending temperatures soaring on even the coldest days. Spring, summer and autumn are the best times for a visit, with touring via car hire in Augsburg Airport most enjoyable way to explore in these seasons.

Car rental in Augsburg Airport

Driving here is a pleasurable experience. Bavarian roads, from the famous autobahns to well-maintained country routes, offer easy driving. The autobahns have no speed restrictions. Apart from the usual rush hour congestion in the city, you'll have few problems. For the best deals, compare car hire rates online before departure.