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Finkenwerder (EDHI/XFW) — Hamburg, Germany

Finkenwerder (EDHI/XFW) serves Hamburg, Germany. This is a mid-sized airport with 1 runway (05/23). Field elevation is 21 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Runways 4/4
Frequencies 4/4
Operations 0/2
Fuel 1/1
Contacts 2/2
Additional Info 10/10
Observed Activity · Jul 23
46 aircraft observed within 6 NM · 19 on the ground · busiest hour 07:00Z
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
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Basic Airport Information

  • ICAO: EDHI
  • Name: Finkenwerder
  • Type: medium_airport
  • Category: International
  • Latitude: 53.535278
  • Longitude: 9.835556
  • Elevation: 21 ft
  • Country: Germany
  • Municipality: Hamburg
  • IATA Code: XFW
  • FAA Code: N/A
  • FIR: EDGG
  • Timezone: Europe/Berlin
  • Distance from City: 11.0 km
  • VFR: Yes
  • IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 05/23

  • Designation: 05/23
  • Dimensions: 10443 X 148
  • Surface: Concrete/Asphalt
  • PCN: 110
  • Lighting: HIRL, REIL
  • NAVAIDs: ILS 05, ILS 23, VOR/DME HAM
  • Approach Types: ILS CAT I RWY 05, ILS CAT I RWY 23, LOC RWY 05, LOC RWY 23, RNAV (GPS) RWY 05, RNAV (GPS) RWY 23
  • Remarks: Displaced thresholds: 341 ft (RWY 05), 2474 ft (RWY 23). Surface grooved. ARFF Cat 9. Extended 2006-2007 from 8806 ft to 10443 ft for A380 freight ops.

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Frequencies

  • Tower: 123.250 MHz
  • Ground: 121.655 MHz
  • Operations: 124.225 MHz
  • Traffic/Approach: 118.205 MHz
  • ATIS: 135.965 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: Yes
  • Remarks: HJ (sunrise to sunset). H24 available with PPR. Tower: HJ, H24 on request.

Contacts

  • AIS Tel: +49 40 7426643
  • ARO Tel: N/A
  • MET Tel: N/A
  • Admin Tel: +49 40 74372228
  • Health Tel: N/A
  • Police Tel: N/A
  • Authorities Tel: N/A
  • Website: https://www.airbus.com/en/about-us/our-worldwide-presence/airbus-in-europe/airbus-in-germany
  • Remarks: Airbus Operations GmbH flight ops: [email protected] / +49 40 74372228. PPR/CIQ coordination: +49 40 7426643. Airport exclusively used by Airbus for corporate, freight, test, and delivery flights.

Slots / PPR

  • Slot Required: No
  • PPR Required: Yes
  • PPR Contact: [email protected] / +49 40 74372228
  • Remarks: PPR required for all non-Airbus traffic. Landing permit may be required based on operator type.

Customs

  • Open: N/A
  • Close: N/A
  • Phone: +49 40 426205-0, +49 40 238560-400
  • Extra Hours On Request: Yes
  • Remarks: Available with prior notice required (PNR). Contact airport ops in advance for customs/immigration clearance.

Fees

  • Landing Fee: EUR 4.00-8.00 per tonne MTOW, minimum EUR 30
  • Parking Fee: EUR 2.00-4.00 per tonne MTOW per hour
  • Handling Mandatory: No
  • Currency: EUR
  • Remarks: Local VAT applicable on all fees.

Fuel Information

  • Fuel Type: JET A-1
  • Price/L: N/A
  • Last Updated: 2026-04-03
  • Remarks: Available during airport operating hours. Contact airport ops for availability and pricing.
  • Fuel Type: JET A-1
  • Price/L: N/A
  • Last Updated: 2026-04-03
  • Remarks: Available during airport operating hours. Contact airport ops for availability and pricing.

Immigration

  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • GENDEC Required: Yes
  • GAR Required: No
  • Remarks: International airport of entry on request. APIS transmission required 60 min prior via German Federal Police (BPOL). Landing permit may be required depending on operator/aircraft type.

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Restrictions

  • Curfew Start: 22:00
  • Curfew End: 06:00
  • Noise Chapter Min: Chapter 3
  • Remarks: Private Airbus factory airport. Access restricted to Airbus corporate, freight, test, and delivery flights. Non-Airbus traffic requires prior coordination and landing permit. Approx 10-15 movements per day.

Alternates

EDDH

  • ICAO: EDDH
  • Name: Hamburg
  • Distance (NM): 7.9
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: Schengen port of entry. Bundespolizei on-site.

EDHL

  • ICAO: EDHL
  • Name: Blankensee
  • Distance (NM): 35.4
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: Schengen zone. International airport of entry on request. Immigration clearance arranged with customs via advance notice.

EDDW

  • ICAO: EDDW
  • Name: Bremen
  • Distance (NM): 47.7
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: Schengen zone. Immigration clearance available for non-Schengen arrivals. Standard EU/EEA border procedures apply.

EDHK

  • ICAO: EDHK
  • Name: Holtenau
  • Distance (NM): 51.9
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: Schengen zone. Immigration clearance available for non-Schengen arrivals. Standard EU/EEA border procedures apply.

EDDV

  • ICAO: EDDV
  • Name: Hannover
  • Distance (NM): 64.7
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: Schengen zone. Immigration clearance available for non-Schengen arrivals. Standard EU/EEA border procedures apply.

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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

C3261/26 critical
Only runway closed
RWY 05/23 CLSD.
2026-07-26 04:00:00 2026-07-26 20:00:00
C3260/26 warning
Aerodrome restriction
VFR TFC NOT POSS IF TWR IS CLSD.
2026-07-25 04:00:00 2026-07-25 20:00:00
C3259/26 caution
Obstacle erected
RWY 05/23 LAWN MOWING EQPT IN OBST CLEARANCE ZONE B (MNM 75M FROM RCL) MAX HEIGHT 5M AGL.
2026-07-25 04:00:00 2026-07-26 20:00:00

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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the tower frequency at EDHI?
The tower frequency at Finkenwerder is 123.250 MHz.
What fuel is available at EDHI?
Finkenwerder offers JET A-1, JET A-1.
Does EDHI require landing permits?
Yes, landing permits are required for Finkenwerder (Germany).
Does EDHI require slots or PPR?
PPR is required at Finkenwerder.
Where is EDHI located?
Finkenwerder (EDHI) is located in Hamburg, Germany.
What is the IATA code for EDHI?
The IATA code for Finkenwerder is XFW.
How long is the runway at EDHI?
The main runway at Finkenwerder (05/23) measures 10443 X 148.
Does EDHI have an ILS approach?
Yes, Finkenwerder has ILS (Instrument Landing System) approaches on runway 05/23.
Is EDHI a port of entry?
Yes, Finkenwerder is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.