Prior permissionPPR is required here. A filed flight plan does not count as permission to use the airfield, so ask the airport first.
Airfield Status
For turboprops and air taxis near Mainz, Mainz-Finthen Airfield is worth a look. Runway: 07/25 – 1,000 m asphalt. Customs is by arrangement, so ask for it when you ask for permission. Prior permission (PPR) is required. From Mainz: About 14 min by car to Mainz main station (10.3 km, map-routing estimate without traffic).
- Runway
- 07/25 – 1,000 m asphalt
- Customs & immigration
- On request – register customs and federal police in advance online
- Business jets
- Aircraft up to 14,000 kg on a 1,000 m runway
- Opening hours
- Summer Mon–Fri 08:00 to sunset (latest 20:00), weekends 09:00 to sunset; winter daily 09:00 to sunset. Other times by request.
- Prior permission (PPR)
- Required
- Telephone
- +49 6131 55450-45 (tower); +49 6131 55450-24 (flying club)
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
Am Flugplatz 36, Mainz, 55126. The nearest major city is Mainz, About 14 min by car to Mainz main station (10.3 km, map-routing estimate without 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Mainz | 15 min | 7 mi · 11 km |
| Frankfurt | 45 min | 32 mi · 52 km |
| Mannheim | 1 hr 5 min | 55 mi · 88 km |
Routes: OSRM, with map data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
Handling & FBO
These are the handling companies the airport lists for private and business aircraft.
See the full handling and FBO page, or download the directions PDF.
Operational Notes
Terminal with flight-preparation room and free Wi-Fi.
Customs, border clearance and tax-free Jet A1 sales are offered. A bus stop is within walking distance.
Local businesses
Handling companies and FBOs are on the handling page.
Hotels, restaurants, chauffeurs and other services near Mainz-Finthen Airfield will be listed here. Run a business nearby? Get listed.
Other airports nearby
Straight-line miles, not road miles.