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iata: STR
name: Flughafen Stuttgart
city: Stuttgart
country: Germany
lastUpdated: '2026-08-31'
officialWebsite: 'https://www.stuttgart-airport.com/en/travellers-visitors'
sources:
  - 'https://www.stuttgart-airport.com/en/travellers-visitors'
  - >-
    https://www.stuttgart-airport.com/en/travellers-visitors/services-support/services/airport-lounge
  - >-
    https://newsroom.lufthansagroup.com/en/reopening-of-the-lufthansa-lounge-at-stuttgart-airport/
  - 'https://eu.parkos.com/blog/how-early-to-arrive-at-stuttgart-airport/'
quickFacts:
  - Single compact terminal complex (T1/T2/T3)
  - Main hub for Eurowings and Lufthansa feeder flights
  - 'Over 100 destinations, mostly European'
  - Direct S-Bahn to city center
  - No Priority Pass lounge access
  - Short walking distances post-security (10-12 min to gates)
bentoTips:
  - label: Timing
    title: Book Smart Lane slot
    detail: Open 4am-7pm; avoids peak queues up to 45 min during holidays.
    summary: Reserve a security time slot online for guaranteed fast track.
    category: timing
  - label: Terminal
    title: Stay airside after security
    detail: Compact layout means no long transfers or bus rides between terminals.
    summary: All gates reachable in under 15 min from any checkpoint.
    category: terminal
  - label: Food
    title: Eat before security or in lounge
    detail: Lounge buffet or city-center meal recommended for better value.
    summary: Limited airside options; pre-security has McDonald's and local spots.
    category: food
  - label: Status
    title: Star Alliance Gold or LH status
    detail: 'Reopened Dec 2025 with separate zones, barista, and showers for elites.'
    summary: Access renovated LH Business/Senator lounge in T1.
    category: status
lounges:
  - name: Lufthansa Business Lounge
    hours: '05:00-22:00'
    access:
      - Star Alliance Gold
      - Lufthansa Business Class
      - Senator status
    bestFor:
      - Work
      - Showers
      - Star Alliance elites
    summary: >-
      Renovated late 2025 with modern design and a solid buffet — priority for
      HON/SEN and Business.
    verdict: worth-it
    terminal: Terminal 1
    amenities:
      - Showers
      - Hot buffet
      - Barista
      - Quiet zones
      - Wi-Fi
  - name: Lufthansa Senator Lounge
    hours: '05:00-22:00'
    access:
      - Lufthansa Senator
      - HON Circle
    bestFor:
      - Premium relaxation
      - Long layovers
    summary: >-
      Exclusive access for top-tier status; separate from Business lounge with
      enhanced service.
    verdict: worth-it
    terminal: Terminal 1
    amenities:
      - Dedicated barista
      - Premium seating
      - Showers
  - name: Airport Lounge (Aviator Gallery)
    hours: '05:00-21:30'
    access:
      - Day pass €39
      - Children discounts
    bestFor:
      - Paid access
      - Short stays
    summary: >-
      Solid paid option with hot/cold buffet and views; 2-hour limit and no
      Priority Pass.
    verdict: depends
    terminal: Terminal 3
    amenities:
      - Buffet
      - Apron views
      - Wi-Fi
      - Power sockets
      - 43 seats
waterOptions:
  - kind: purchase
    name: Fly Kiosk or Muskat
    zone: landside
    price: €2.50 for 500ml
    summary: Standard airport pricing; cheapest reliable bottle option pre-security.
    location: Public area near check-in or post-security in concourse
    terminal: Terminal 3
    isBestValue: true
  - kind: refill
    name: Drinking fountains
    zone: airside
    summary: >-
      Free refill spots after security; bring empty bottle as recommended on
      site.
    location: Airside near gates and security exit
    terminal: Terminal 3
    isBestQuality: true
airportistScore: 7.3
slug: str
region: Europe
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# Flughafen Stuttgart (STR)
Stuttgart, Germany · Europe
STR offers excellent navigation and short security but limited lounge options and basic food for non-status travelers.
## Airportist Score

**7.3 / 10**
- Comfort: 7.2
- Navigation: 8.5
- Food: 6.8
- Transport: 8.0
- Disruption resilience: 7.5

## At a glance

- Passengers: ~10M
- Terminals: 3 connected terminals
- Typical security: 12 min
- On-time: 78%
- Disruption: normal

## Best for

- Short security with booking
- Compact easy navigation
- Star Alliance lounge access
- Direct rail links

## Watch out for

- No Priority Pass lounge
- Limited airside dining variety
- Peak holiday security queues
- Paid lounge only for non-elites

## More intel

- [Lounge directory](/airports/str/lounges.md) (free)
- [Getting there](/airports/str/getting-there.md) (free)
- [Amenities](/airports/str/amenities.md)
- [Traveler tips](/airports/str/tips.md)
- [Water](/airports/str/water.md)
- [Full guide](/airports/str/guide.md)
- [Disruptions](/airports/str/disruptions.md)
- [Reviews](/airports/str/reviews.md)