Runways
3 RWY, 3815m/12516ft 3 Runways, longest: 3815m/12516ft (paved)
Source: OpenAIP
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Jet A1
Jet A1: Truck · 0400-2000 UTC · OOH O/R
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€2.10 / L |
Last reported 2026-06-09 · Refreshed 2026-06-16 · Community data can be inaccurate or outdated: Update Prices.
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↓ 1 kt
→L 2 kt
Wind
0° · 2 kt
Temperature
11°C
Dew point
7°C
Visibility
10km+
QNH
1025 hPa
Ceiling
2200 OVC
2-Hour Trend
No significant change expected
Cloud layers
5000
2500
0 ft
FEW 1100ft
OVC 2200ft
METAR: 35 mins · aviationweather.gov
| Rwy | Cross | Head |
|---|---|---|
| 06 | →L 2 kt | 1 kt ↑ |
| 31 | ←R 2 kt | 1 kt ↑ |
| 24 | ←R 2 kt | 1 kt ↓ |
| 13 | →L 2 kt | 1 kt ↓ |
09:00Z → 16:00Z
MVFR
[BECMG 36005KT 7998 SCT005 BKN015]
Becoming (BECMG)
360° 5 kt · 8.0 km · Scattered (SCT) 500ft · Broken (BKN) 1500ft
08:00Z → 11:00Z
LIFR
[TEMPO 1996 -DZ BR BKN001]
Temporary (TEMPO)
2.0 km · Light Drizzle (-DZ), Mist (BR) · Broken (BKN) 100ft
Reduced visibility or low ceiling conditions.
BKN001
Reduced visibility or low ceiling conditions.
BR
07:00Z → 09:00Z
MVFR
[VRB03KT 7998 SCT005 BKN015]
Variable (VRB) 3 kt · 8.0 km · Scattered (SCT) 500ft · Broken (BKN) 1500ft
Tomorrow 00:00Z → Tomorrow 09:00Z
MVFR
[TEMPO BKN013]
Temporary (TEMPO)
Broken (BKN) 1300ft
17:00Z → Tomorrow 00:00Z
IFR
[TEMPO 4007 RA BKN008]
Temporary (TEMPO)
4.0 km · Rain (RA) · Broken (BKN) 800ft
16:00Z → Tomorrow 12:00Z
MVFR
[BECMG 10005KT 7998 SCT005 BKN015]
Becoming (BECMG)
100° 5 kt · 8.0 km · Scattered (SCT) 500ft · Broken (BKN) 1500ft
11:00Z → 17:00Z
MVFR
[TEMPO BKN010]
Temporary (TEMPO)
Broken (BKN) 1000ft
METAR EDDK 181020Z AUTO VRB02KT 9999 FEW011 OVC022 11/07 Q1025 NOSIG TAF AMD EDDK 180752Z 1807/1912 VRB03KT 8000 SCT005 BKN015 TEMPO 1808/1811 2000 -DZ BR BKN001 BECMG 1809/1812 36005KT TEMPO 1811/1817 BKN010 BECMG 1816/1819 10005KT TEMPO 1817/1824 4000 RA BKN008 TEMPO 1900/1909 BKN013
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Pilot Comments for EDDK
Johannes
Last update 2021-08-02: For two IFR approaches with low approach, EDDK was OK.
PPR for the IFR approaches on the day of flight had to be obtained in advance via the watch supervisor in Langen. Because other flight schools had already reserved capacity, we had to reschedule our flight.
Controllers and Tower were very friendly and helpful. As a slow 100 kt aircraft, we were vectored onto the approach just before the FAF. "Best forward speed" makes the controllers happy.
Between approaches a "visual break" is offered, which eases the workload for approach control and is therefore appreciated if accepted. For the approach to 14L, that meant turning left before the threshold and proceeding to Wipper VOR (essentially a tighter variant of SID WYP5F).
Landing was unfortunately prohibitively expensive.
Overall, an experience you do once for the EDDK experience. For regular IFR training, other airfields with higher training value are more suitable.
AirfieldBot
IFR and VFR operations are possible at EDDK, with friendly and professional ATC consistently highlighted. IFR approaches may require PPR on the day of flight, coordinated via Langen; capacity can be limited due to other bookings. Visual breaks between approaches are encouraged for training. VFR PPR can be obtained by email to the Verkehrszentrale. No ultralight aircraft are permitted.
Fees for non-commercial GA are high, with single-visit totals for landing, handling, parking, and related charges typically ranging from about €170 to €400 for short stays; overnight or multi-day parking can exceed €600 in some cases. Example: total charges about €250–€300 for a short stop including handling and parking; another example: fees, handling, and overnight parking about €400. Night landings or late arrivals incur significantly higher fees. Avgas is not available.
Ground handling is provided by BAC Cologne (ops@bac-cologne.com), with mandatory bus or van transfers between aircraft and the GAT/terminal area; walking access to the apron is not possible. The GAT is located outside the main airport area, requiring all passengers and crew to use shuttle transport. Follow-me service is standard to parking stands; pushback may be mandatory even when aprons appear empty, especially on certain stands.
Facilities at the GAT include a lounge, basic refreshments (coffee), and a flight planning room with internet access. Car hire can be arranged for delivery to the GAT; transfer times from landing to car keys are reported as efficient (as little as 12 minutes). Security procedures are thorough, with full scans for returning crew and passengers.
Access to downtown Cologne is convenient: after passport control at the crew facility, it takes about two minutes on foot to reach the train station, with rapid connections into the city.
Procedures vary; see AIP/NOTAM for operational details. EDDK offers efficient service and excellent ATC but is not cost-effective for routine GA use due to high fees and mandatory handling.