
International hub · Groningen, Netherlands
Groningen/Eelde
- Elevation
- 17 ft
- Coordinates
- 53°07′N 6°35′E
- Local time
- Europe/Amsterdam
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Field information
EHGG runways, fuel & airport data
Reference data compiled from public aeronautical sources. Our OCC confirms the operational details for your flight before dispatch.
Groningen/Eelde (EHGG/GRQ) has one runway, 05/23, 8,202 ft (2,500 m) long of asphalt. Fuel on the field: Jet A-1 & Avgas. Rescue and fire-fighting cover is published as RFFS category 5. Operating hours: Open 24 hours (H24). Our OCC arranges ground handling, landing permits and fuel at EHGG, and confirms every figure on this page with the airport and handler before dispatch.
Classification
International hub
Time zone
Europe/Amsterdam
Country
Netherlands
NL
Municipality
Groningen
Elevation
17 ft
Position
53.1191, 6.5777
Traffic level
High
Fuel
Jet A-1 & Avgas
Fire & rescue
RFFS category 5
Operating hours
Open 24 hours (H24)
Airport category
A
No special crew requirements
Runways · EHGG
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/23 | 8,202 ft (2,500 m) | 148 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
Flight support
Ground handling, permits & fuel at EHGG.
The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Groningen/Eelde (EHGG / GRQ) in Groningen, Netherlands, through one 24/7 OCC desk. EHGG is listed in our network as an international hub. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.
Services coordinated at EHGG
One 24/7 OCC desk
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Overflight & Landing Permits – Netherlands
Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of Netherlands. Applicable permit lead times for Netherlands are confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request. For airline operators, navigation fee verifications, overflight charge audits, and CAA account reconciliations for Netherlands are managed end-to-end.
- 02
Ground Handling at EHGG
Direct FBO and handler coordination at EHGG covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.
- 03
Fuel Arrangements at EHGG
Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at EHGG is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.
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Flight Planning & Dispatch to EHGG
Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring. Planning reference for EHGG: 53° 7′ 9″ N 6° 34′ 40″ E; elevation 17 ft.
- 05
Crew & Passenger Services in Groningen
Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Groningen. Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at EHGG.
- 06
Cargo Operations at EHGG
Support for freighter operations into EHGG covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.
Location
Where EHGG sits in the network
Nearest airports in our network
- EHTWEnschede/TwenteEnschede, Netherlands52 NM167°→
- EHLELelystadLelystad, Netherlands56 NM224°→
- EDDGMünster Osnabrück AirportMunster Osnabruck, Germany72 NM145°→
- EDDWBremenBremen, Germany80 NM092°→
- EHAMAmsterdam SchipholAmsterdam, Netherlands82 NM234°→
- ETMNCuxhaven/Nordholz (Sea-Airport)Cuxhaven, Germany84 NM062°→
Operating into EHGG?
Our 24/7 OCC arranges permits, ground handling, fuel and crew support at Groningen/Eelde — one desk for the whole trip.