Search Flights from Paderborn/Lippstadt to Heraklion

The most convenient way to get to Paderborn Lippstadt Airport from the city is to go to the Paderborn train station and get on the bus to the airport. The train station is very close to the city center and easily accessible from every part of the city. Taxis and shuttle buses are also affordable alternatives.

Bus

The easiest public transportation alternatives that provide transportation between Paderborn city center and the airport are Bahn Bus Hochstift GmbH (BBH) buses. Bus lines S60 and 460 and night express bus NE16 provide transportation between the city center and the airport. Bus line 400 also runs between the station and the airport.

The most current bus fare for a one-way ticket from the train station to Paderborn Lippstadt Airport was 5.5 euros for adults and 3.10 euros for children under the age of 14. It takes about 20-30 minutes to get to the airport from the city center by bus. The night express bus offers direct transportation to the city center hourly. It takes about 19 minutes to get to the airport and costs about 3-4 euros. Other bus lines like KasPa and S60 run every 30 minutes.

Train

The railway is the main transportation network that connects all public transportation in the city. Trains that depart from the station travel within the city and to other cities in the country. Paderborn trains are one of the most convenient public transportation alternatives for travelers. Besides being the main train station of the city, it is also the departure point of the most important bus lines that pass through main roads that connect most parts of the city. The train station is within walking distance of the city center.

Taxi

Taxis are readily available in the city center. Although most taxis use a taximeter we would recommend trying to bargain with the driver. Taxis are more expensive than other transportation alternatives but they are more convenient because they are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and offer door-to-door service. Taxis in the city are operated by different companies that have different rules so we recommend asking the driver what the total fare might be to your destination.

Rental Car

Paderborn Lippstadt Airport is located at the junction of the A33 motorway and A44 motorway, an important highway connecting the city of Paderborn with other cities in Germany. The airport is easily accessible by car; just follow the signposts along the highway. It takes about 15-20 minutes to get to the airport from the city center by car.

Airport Information

Paderborn Lippstadt Airport is located in very close proximity to the main network of highways that link the city with other cities in Germany. The airport began operating in 1971 and is the only international airport in the Ostwestfalen-Lippe area of Germany.

The airport is located near the town of Büren in the German state of North Rhine-Westphalia, 18 km from Paderborn city center. In 2010 the airport increased its passenger capacity to 1.3 million. The airport offers a variety of services to meet passengers’ pre-flight and post-flight needs. Paderborn Lippstadt Airport contains travel agencies, rental car companies, restaurants, cafes, bars, souvenir shops, visitor information centers, and much more. The airport also offers free long-term parking.

In addition to buses that provide direct transportation between the airport and Paderborn station, there are also transfer services that operate under the management of the airport. Just like taxis, these transfer services provide door-to-door transportation. To use airport transfer services simply go to the visitor information center for assistance. Paderborn Lippstadt Airport also features eating and drinking venues like Bistro Lounge, Quax fast food, Panaroma Lounge, and Silbergras Restaurant & Bar, a duty-free store, shops, an airport hotel, and free Wi-Fi access.

Although Heraklion is the largest residential area in Crete, especially the old city district is proper for walking. You can explore the whole city with a comfortable shoe, but you should always consider the weather. On the other hand, it is possible to explore the city by participating in the tours of many tourism agencies. Public transportation in the city is provided by buses. You can get to the whole city by buses, which will take you from the main bus stops A, B, and C.

Of course, there are many ferry and boat services in Heraklion, the biggest port city of Crete island. From there you can travel to many ports such as Santorini, Ios, Mykonos or Rhodes. Daily ferry service to Piraeus Port is also organized. It is possible to reach Athens from this port. You can rent a car in the city. Motorcycles and scooters, as well as cars, are quite common. It provides not only an ideal way of transportation to visit the city in warm weather but also an easy access to the other settlements of Crete Island such as Ayios Nikolaos and Chania. You can reach these cities by following the E75 highway. Traffic in the city can be really busy from time to time. Usually, there is an irregular traffic flow and road works are done. You can see the taxi almost everywhere in the city. However, it is not allowed to stop a taxi on the road, you need to use the taxi stops. You can see the taxi stops in front of the port, the bus station, and the airport. It is possible to use it not only for short trips but also as a private tour vehicle as well.

Taxis do not have a standard price policy, so if you can agree on the fare you can travel the whole city by having breaks at the important places of the city. All signs in Crete Island are written in English, using Latin alphabet as well as Greek alphabet, so you will not have trouble during transportation. The most used transportation vehicle from Nikos Kazantzakis International Airport to the city center is taxi. Buses are available for those who prefer to use public transportation. If you rent a car at the airport, you can easily reach the surrounding cities, not just the city center.

Bus

You can use the buses to the city center from bus stops at the airport terminal exit. The services are quite frequent, buses depart every 5 minutes. The services are rare only on Sundays. Buses start to pick up passengers early in the morning and continue its services until late in the evening.

Taxi

You can easily see the taxi stop when you leave the airport arrival terminal. Getting to the city center by taxi is easy and fast. If you wish, you can reserve a taxi for you by contacting the airport taxi station in advance.

Rent a car

Nikos Kazantzakis International Airport has 9 different vehicle rental companies that you can rent cars or motorbikes. You can make your vehicle rental operations online before your flight. You must remember that you must have international competence in order to be able to drive in Crete. The airport is located right on the E75 highway.