Stuttgart: Airport breaks records – Pentecost travel is booming from today!

Stuttgart: Airport breaks records – Pentecost travel is booming from today!

At Stuttgart Airport, the start of the Whitsun holidays in Baden-Württemberg, which takes place on Friday, June 6, 2025, will be celebrated with a maximum of travel worlds. During the period June 6-22, 2025, the airport expects a huge increase in passenger traffic, including 4,329 scheduled passenger flights and over 720,000 seats available. echo24.de reports that The busiest day will be June 6th with 283 takeoffs and landings. On this day alone, travelers can expect high demand to popular destinations.

The most popular destination from Stuttgart is Antalya with 327 flight movements, followed by Istanbul with 292 flights and Palma de Mallorca with 286 flights. Other popular travel destinations include Heraklion, Barcelona and Hurghada. Stuttgart Airport has managed to expand its flight connections by adding new destinations. These include Bursa, Balikesir-Edremit and Ordu-Giresun with SunExpress as well as Malta and Mostar with Eurowings.

Arrival and security checks

To give travelers a smooth start to their vacation, the check-in counters open from 3:45 a.m. throughout the summer season, making early arrival recommended. Authorities advise passengers to arrive at the airport at least 2 to 3 hours before their departure. Particular attention should be paid to security checks as long waiting times are possible in the early morning and afternoon. The Federal Police recommends being at the checkpoints at least 90 minutes before departure.

To make waiting easier for passengers, it is possible to reserve a time slot for the security check free of charge, which is possible 72 hours before departure. In addition, Stuttgart Airport is described as being well connected to public transport, which makes travel convenient. For those arriving by car, the Kiss & Fly zone is available, where a free stop of up to eight minutes is allowed.

Parking situation at the airport

There is a special Pentecost special for long-term travelers: the first hour in parking lot P0 is still free. This measure is intended to help passengers park their vehicles conveniently while they begin their journeys. However, travelers should be prepared for the fact that a high volume of traffic is expected at Stuttgart Airport, especially during the Whitsun holidays.