Sønderborg Airport (SGD/EKSB): Southern Denmark’s Fastest-Growing Gateway
Sønderborg Airport (SGD/EKSB), also known as Sønderborg Lufthavn, is a vital regional airport strategically located in Southern Denmark. It serves as an essential hub, primarily for domestic flights and increasingly for European charter operations, connecting the dynamic Sønderborg area and the greater Southern Jutland region—including nearby Northern Germany—to the rest of the world.
Located approximately 6 km north of Sønderborg city center (Geographic Coordinates: 54° 57′ 52” N, 9° 47′ 30” E), the airport’s location offers convenient access to the region’s significant historical sites and stunning natural attractions.
General Airport and Development Information
Sønderborg Airport is currently recognized as Denmark’s fastest-growing airport, demonstrating robust growth and ambitious plans for the future:
- Location: Situated just 6 km north of Sønderborg city center, in a highly accessible location for travelers from both Denmark and North Germany.
- Strategic Focus: While maintaining its core domestic travel focus, the airport is aggressively expanding its international charter portfolio and developing inbound traffic to boost regional tourism.
- Passenger Volume: The airport has experienced impressive growth, with figures showing a significant increase in passenger numbers. In 2024, the airport reported a notable 15% overall growth, and Q1 2025 saw a further 16% growth compared to the previous year, with passenger traffic expected to climb significantly.
- Future Investment: The owners have committed to a substantial DKK 212 million comprehensive renovation and rebuilding project to modernize the infrastructure and future-proof the airport, ensuring a state-of-the-art travel experience.
Terminal and Passenger Facilities
Sønderborg Airport operates a single, efficient terminal designed to provide a comfortable and smooth travel experience, catering to both business and leisure travelers:
- Essential Services: The terminal provides all essential traveler facilities, including free high-speed Wi-Fi access throughout the building.
- Dining and Relaxation: A welcoming café offers a selection of snacks, hot beverages, and light meals—perfect for a quick pre-flight refreshment or a relaxing coffee upon arrival.
- Business Lounge: For travelers seeking a more relaxed environment to work or wait, the airport offers a small, dedicated lounge area with comfortable seating and complimentary amenities.
- Accessibility: Disabled access facilities are provided, ensuring the airport remains welcoming and manageable for all passengers.
- Nearby Hotels: Convenient accommodation options close to the airport include Hotel Sønderborg Strand and Hotel 6400.
Airlines and Extensive Destinations
The airport is crucial for regional connectivity, anchored by its key domestic route and enhanced by a record-breaking expansion into European charter flights.
- Principal Carrier: The main airline operating scheduled services is Alsie Express (often operating flights on behalf of Air Alsie).
- Domestic Destination: The vital Copenhagen (CPH) route is the core scheduled service, ensuring fast and flexible connections to the Danish capital several times a day. Flight frequency to Copenhagen was successfully increased in 2025 to meet rising demand.
- Charter Expansion: For 2025, the airport has launched its most ambitious charter flight program in history, offering direct services to 17+ exciting European destinations. These popular seasonal holiday routes, often in cooperation with partners like Gislev Rejser and Neubauer Reisen, include:
- Southern Europe: Destinations like Barcelona, Naples, Palma de Mallorca, and Faro (Algarve).
- New Routes: Recent additions include direct flights to Costa Del Sol and Madeira (Funchal).
- Regional Reach: The airport is also a key player in strengthening connections with the North German market, with new routes and collaborations constantly being explored to service passengers from both sides of the border.
Transportation and Accessibility
Travelers have several fast and reliable options for transfer between Sønderborg Airport and the city center:
- Bus Service: A regular bus service offers an economical and quick connection to Sønderborg city center, with a travel time of approximately 10 minutes (costing around 20 DKK).
- Taxi: Taxis are readily available outside the terminal. The ride to the city center takes approximately 10 minutes, with fares typically ranging from 100–150 DKK.
- Car Rental: Convenient on-site car rental services are provided by major international operators, including Avis and Europcar, offering flexibility for exploring Southern Jutland and neighboring Germany (Flensburg is just 55 km away).
- Parking: A dedicated and spacious complimentary parking area is available for both short-term and long-term parking, making it easy for travelers to leave their vehicles safely.
Contact and Operational Information
For administrative or travel-related enquiries, please use the contact information below:
- Airport Address: Lufthavnsvej 6, 6400 Sønderborg, DENMARK
- IATA Code: SGD
- ICAO Code: EKSB
- Telephone: +45 7442 2130
- Official Website: www.sonderborg-lufthavn.dk