What is the tower frequency at EDDR?

The tower frequency at Saarbrucken is 118.35 MHz.

What fuel is available at EDDR?

Saarbrucken offers Jet A-1, 100LL.

Does EDDR require landing permits?

Yes, landing permits are required for Saarbrucken (Germany).

Where is EDDR located?

Saarbrucken (EDDR) is located in Saarbrucken, Germany.

What is the IATA code for EDDR?

The IATA code for Saarbrucken is SCN.

How long is the runway at EDDR?

The main runway at Saarbrucken (09/27) measures 6562 X 148.

Does EDDR have an ILS approach?

Yes, Saarbrucken has ILS (Instrument Landing System) approaches on runway 09/27.

Is EDDR a port of entry?

Yes, Saarbrucken is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.

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Saarbrucken (EDDR/SCN) — Saarbrucken, Germany

Saarbrucken (EDDR/SCN) serves Saarbrucken, Germany. This is a mid-sized airport with 3 runways (09/27, 09L/27R). Field elevation is 1058 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Basic Info 7/7

Runways 4/4

Frequencies 3/4

Operations 0/2

Fuel 1/1

Contacts 2/2

Additional Info 9/10

Observed Activity · Jul 23

8 aircraft observed within 6 NM · busiest hour 08:00Z

2026-07-182026-07-23

Distinct ADS-B aircraft seen within 6 NM below 10,000 ft AGL per UTC day · community-feed coverage varies · not official movement totals

Data last updated: 2026-03-27

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Basic Airport Information

ICAO: EDDR
Name: Saarbrucken
Type: medium_airport
Category: International
Latitude: 49.2146
Longitude: 7.10951
Elevation: 1058 ft
Country: Germany
Municipality: Saarbrucken
IATA Code: SCN
FAA Code: N/A
FIR: N/A
Timezone: Europe/Berlin
Distance from City: 8.5 km
VFR: Yes
IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 09/27

Designation: 09/27
Dimensions: 6562 X 148
Surface: ASP
PCN: N/A
Lighting: YES
NAVAIDs: DME, NDB
Approach Types: ILS CAT I, RNAV (GPS), VOR/DME
Remarks: N/A

Runway 09L/27R

Designation: 09L/27R
Dimensions: 1788 X 164
Surface: GRS
PCN: N/A
Lighting: NULL
NAVAIDs: DME, NDB
Approach Types: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Runway 08/26

Designation: 08/26
Dimensions: 1990 x 45 m
Surface: N/A
PCN: N/A
Lighting: N/A
NAVAIDs: N/A
Approach Types: N/A
Remarks: N/A

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Frequencies

Tower: 118.350 MHz
Ground: 118.555 MHz
Operations: N/A
Traffic/Approach: N/A
ATIS: 125.300 MHz

Operation Hours

Monday N/A

Tuesday N/A

Wednesday N/A

Thursday N/A

Friday N/A

Saturday N/A

Sunday N/A

Extra Hours On Request: No
Remarks: 0500-2130 UTC

Contacts

AIS Tel: +49 6893 83-260
ARO Tel: N/A
MET Tel: +49 6893 2330
Admin Tel: +49 6893 83-0
Health Tel: N/A
Police Tel: N/A
Authorities Tel: N/A
Website: http://www.flughafen-saarbruecken.de/
Remarks: N/A

Slots / PPR

Slot Required: No
PPR Required: No
PPR Contact: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Customs

Open: N/A
Close: N/A
Phone: N/A
Extra Hours On Request: No
Remarks: N/A

Fees

Landing Fee: EUR 4.00-8.00 per tonne MTOW, minimum charge EUR 30
Parking Fee: EUR 2.00-4.00 per tonne MTOW per hour
Handling Mandatory: Yes
Currency: EUR
Remarks: Local VAT applicable on all fees.

Fuel Information

Fuel Type: Jet A-1
Price/L: N/A
Last Updated: 2026-02-18
Remarks: Available during airport operating hours.

Fuel Type: 100LL
Price/L: N/A
Last Updated: 2026-02-18
Remarks: Available for piston aircraft. May require advance notice at smaller airfields.

Immigration

Port of Entry: Yes
GENDEC Required: No
GAR Required: No
Remarks: Schengen zone. Immigration clearance available for non-Schengen arrivals. Standard EU/EEA border procedures apply.

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Restrictions

Curfew Start: 22:00
Curfew End: 06:00
Noise Chapter Min: Chapter 3
Remarks: Minimum Chapter 3 compliance required. Night curfew 22:00-06:00 local time. Deviations subject to prior approval. Noise abatement procedures in effect.

Alternates

EDRZ

ICAO: EDRZ
Name: Zweibrucken
Distance (NM): 11.4
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: Yes
Immigration Remarks: Schengen zone. Immigration clearance available for non-Schengen arrivals. Standard EU/EEA border procedures apply.

EDRT

ICAO: EDRT
Name: Fohren
Distance (NM): 41.0
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: Yes
Immigration Remarks: Schengen zone. Immigration clearance available for non-Schengen arrivals. Standard EU/EEA border procedures apply.

ELLX

ICAO: ELLX
Name: Luxembourg
Distance (NM): 43.0
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: Yes
Immigration Remarks: Schengen zone. Immigration clearance available for non-Schengen arrivals. Standard EU/EEA border procedures apply.

EDFH

ICAO: EDFH
Name: Frankfurt-Hahn
Distance (NM): 44.5
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: Yes
Immigration Remarks: Schengen zone airport. Immigration clearance available H24 for non-Schengen arrivals. APIS required per EU Directive 2004/82/EC and Regulation (EU) 2025/12 for all flights from outside Schengen, including private aviation.

LFST

ICAO: LFST
Name: Entzheim
Distance (NM): 45.5
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: Yes
Immigration Remarks: Within Schengen zone. No border checks for intra-Schengen flights. Non-Schengen arrivals subject to full immigration at Strasbourg.

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Germany Permit Requirements

Medium Landing: 5d

Overflight Permit: No
Landing Permit: Conditional
Overflight Lead Time: N/A (no permit needed). EASA TCO not required for overflight-only operations.
Landing Lead Time: 2 full working days (individual flights, Sat/Sun not counted). 4 weeks (chains of 4+ flights in a series). First-time applicants: allow additional time for documentation review.

Private / GA Operations:

Private flights generally exempt from permits. Airport PPR may apply.

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Active NOTAMs

A3626/26 caution

ILS procedure changed

CHANGES TO APCH DUE TO MAINT OF ZWN DVOR/DME: RWY 08/26: ALL CONVENTIONAL APCH PROC FROM IAF ZWN TEMPO SUSPENDED. ALL APCH PROC FROM IAF IXWIB REMAIN UNCHANGED. NON-RNAV/RNP EQUIPPED ACFT: IN CASE OF RADIO COMMUNICATION FAILURE PROCEED TO ALTERNATE. REF AIP AD 2 EDDR 4-2-1 DATED 15 MAY 2025, 4-…

2026-07-28 07:00:00 2026-07-29 14:00:00

A3600/26 caution

Instrument procedure change

ILS APCH PROC RWY 26 TEMPO SUSPENDED DUE TO MAINT OF SAD DME. REF AIP AD 2 EDDR 4-2-1 DATED 15 MAY 2025, 4-2-2. DATED 27 NOV 2025.

2026-07-27 06:00:00 2026-07-27 15:00:00

A3714/26 caution

DME issue

SAARBRUECKEN DME SAD CH114Y(116.75MHZ) ON MAINT. DO NOT USE, FALSE INDICATION POSS.