Frankfurt-Egelsbach Airport (EDFE)
Medium airport · Egelsbach, Hesse, Germany
Airport data
| Name | Frankfurt-Egelsbach Airport |
|---|---|
| ICAO | EDFE |
| Elevation | 384 ft (117 m) above mean sea level |
| Coordinates | N 49°57'36" E 8°38'35" 49.96000, 8.64304 |
| Location | Egelsbach, Hesse, Germany |
| Scheduled service | No |
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/26 | 4,593 ft (1400 m) | 82 ft | ASP | Yes |
| 08R/26L | 2,198 ft (670 m) | 98 ft | GRS | No |
Frankfurt-Egelsbach Airport at a glance
Frankfurt-Egelsbach Airport is a medium airport in Egelsbach, Hesse, Germany. The field elevation of 384 ft (117 m) is the number every arriving pilot dials against QNH — circuit heights and initial approach altitudes at EDFE are all figured from it. There is no scheduled airline service listed here — typical traffic is general aviation, training and local operations.
Of its 2 runways, the longest — 08/26 — offers 4,593 ft (1400 m) of asp surface, with runway lighting for night operations. Runway numbers give magnetic orientation: runway 08 points roughly 80° magnetic.
For the weather side of planning, the live METAR and TAF page for EDFE shows the current observation decoded line by line — wind on an instrument dial, visibility, cloud layers and the resulting flight rules — refreshed continuously from official sources.
Nearest airports to Frankfurt-Egelsbach Airport
Distances are great-circle, measured from the field reference point — planning distances along airways or roads will run longer.
| Airport | Code | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Frankfurt Main Airport | EDDF | 10 km (5 NM) |
| Wiesbaden Army Airfield | ETOU | 25 km (14 NM) |
| Mainz-Finthen Airfield | EDFZ | 35 km (19 NM) |
| Mannheim-City Airport | EDFM | 55 km (30 NM) |
| Siegerland Airport | EDGS | 92 km (50 NM) |
Flight-planning notes for Frankfurt-Egelsbach Airport
Density altitude is the quiet performance-killer at any field: on a hot day the 384 ft field elevation of Frankfurt-Egelsbach Airport can translate into a substantially higher density altitude, stretching take-off rolls and flattening climb rates — run the numbers rather than trusting the feel of a standard day. Expect published instrument procedures, controlled airspace and clearance requirements; slots and handling may apply to general aviation traffic.
This entry is one of 75 airports and airfields we list for Germany — the country index on the airports hub links the rest. Coordinates above are given in both DMS and decimal degrees so they can go straight into a GPS, a flight planner or a chart plot without conversion.
Where this data comes from
The reference layer behind this page builds on the OurAirports dataset — a public-domain, community-maintained register of the world's airports that many flight planners and apps rely on — with equity records preserved from documented historical listings where the dataset is silent. Figures are carried as published: elevations as surveyed, coordinates as filed, runway dimensions as recorded. Nothing is estimated to fill a gap, and the whole layer regenerates from source on every site build, so corrections upstream arrive here automatically.
Frequently asked questions about Frankfurt-Egelsbach Airport
What is the ICAO code of Frankfurt-Egelsbach Airport?
The ICAO identifier of Frankfurt-Egelsbach Airport is EDFE, and it has no IATA code assigned. The ICAO code is the one used in flight plans, METAR reports and aeronautical charts.
How high is Frankfurt-Egelsbach Airport above sea level?
Frankfurt-Egelsbach Airport sits at an elevation of 384 feet (117 metres) above mean sea level. Field elevation is the reference for pattern altitudes and for setting the altimeter on the ground.
Where exactly is Frankfurt-Egelsbach Airport located?
The airport lies at 49.9600, 8.6430 — in Egelsbach, Hesse, Germany, in the northern hemisphere. The closest listed field is Frankfurt Main Airport, about 10 km away.
Does EDFE publish METAR weather reports?
Where the station reports, the current METAR and TAF for EDFE appear on its live weather page on this site, refreshed continuously from the US NWS Aviation Weather Center feed.
How long is the runway at Frankfurt-Egelsbach Airport?
Frankfurt-Egelsbach Airport has 2 runways. The longest, 08/26, measures 4,593 ft (1400 m) with a ASP surface.