The second largest commercial airport in Baden-Württemberg, serving as a key regional gateway for leisure and business travel[3][8].


Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport (FKB) is located near the French border, approximately 40 km southwest of Karlsruhe and 12 km west of Baden-Baden. It connects southwestern Germany to over 40 destinations across Europe and North Africa, supporting regional accessibility and tourism[2][8].
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Passenger traffic increased by 4% year-over-year in 2024, marking the third consecutive record since the pandemic[3][4].
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Employees include airline staff, ground handling, security, retail, and airport operations personnel[5].

Recent terminal upgrades and expanded route offerings have increased passenger and operational capacity for 2025[3].
Deployment of automated check-in kiosks and digital passenger information systems enhances efficiency and service quality.
Implementation of energy-efficient lighting, electric ground vehicles, and waste reduction programs supports environmental goals.
Continue collaboration with regional and federal authorities to secure funding for infrastructure and sustainability projects.
Focus on modernizing terminal facilities and expanding apron space to accommodate growing traffic and improve resilience.
Accelerate adoption of renewable energy sources and green mobility solutions to meet regulatory and climate targets.