Airfield Status
Groningen Airport Eelde takes business jets and serves Groningen. The main runway is 05/23 – 2,500 m × 45 m asphalt. Customs is by arrangement, so ask for it when you ask for permission. No prior permission is needed, though it is sensible to ring ahead. From Groningen: About 12 min to Groningen centre (routing estimate, free-flowing traffic).
- Runway
- 05/23 – 2,500 m × 45 m asphalt
- Customs & immigration
- On request – 3 h notice
- Business jets
- Yes. Business jets handled
- Opening hours
- Mon–Fri 06:30–23:00, Sat/Sun/holidays 07:30–22:00 local. Outside these hours only emergency and medical flights.
- Prior permission (PPR)
- Not required
- Telephone
- +31 (0)50 309 7070; +31 (0)50 309 5433 (handling)
Hours are as the airport publishes them, and we last checked on 30 Sep 2026. They do change, so ring the airport or ask your operator before you set off. Source
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Arrival Protocol
Machlaan 14a, Eelde, 9761 TK. The nearest major city is Groningen, About 12 min to Groningen centre (routing estimate, free-flowing traffic).
The directions button takes you to the airport's spot on the map.
Ground Movement: journey times to the airport
By road from the middle of each city, without traffic. Allow extra at busy times and for the final approach to the aviation terminal.
| From | Drive | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Groningen | 15 min | 10 mi · 16 km |
| Deventer | 1 hr 35 min | 71 mi · 114 km |
| Hollum | 2 hr 20 min | 60 mi · 96 km |
Routes: OSRM, with map data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
Handling & FBO
These are the handling companies the airport lists for private and business aircraft. Handling is compulsory here, so you will need to use one.
See the full handling and FBO page, or download the directions PDF.
Operational Notes
Handling is compulsory for visiting aircraft of 3 tonnes or more. Customs clearance is limited and needs 3 hours' notice.
Local businesses
Handling companies and FBOs are on the handling page.
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Straight-line miles, not road miles.