Frequently Asked Questions About Parking at Memmingen Airport

Allgäu Airport is different from the big hubs: no railway station, many low-cost airlines with strict deadlines, a catchment area spanning two federal states and several hundred kilometres, plus the Allgäu winter. This gives rise to questions that travellers ask again and again. Here they are with short answers – and links to the detailed guides.

Getting there

Where exactly is the airport?

In Memmingerberg, east of Memmingen, close to the junction of the A7 and A96.

Which exit do I take?

On the A96, the Memmingen-Ost exit. More: Driving to Memmingen Airport.

Why does my sat nav take me into town?

Because “Memmingen” was entered. Enter Memmingerberg or the address from your booking.

I am coming from Munich – how long will it take?

Via the A96 without traffic jams, a good hour. At the start of the holidays or in snow, considerably longer. More: Getting to Memmingen Airport from the region.

Can I travel by bus and train?

Buses run to Memmingen railway station. The timetable shows whether the connections fit your flight.

Airlines and deadlines

Why are the deadlines so important?

Many airlines close bag drop and boarding at fixed times. Anyone who arrives too late will not fly. More: Low-cost flights from Memmingen and parking.

Do I have to check in online?

That depends on the airline. Some require it, others offer it.

Winter

What is different in winter?

Snow and ice lengthen the drive, and the car may be snowed in on your return. An ice scraper and a snow brush belong in the boot.

Are there covered parking spaces?

With some providers. This is stated in the description.

Times

Is the parking service open early?

That depends on the provider. More: Early flight from Memmingen.

Can I get my car back late in the evening too?

If the provider returns cars at that time. More: Late arrival at Memmingen Airport.

Parking options

Valet or shuttle?

Valet for tight deadlines, short trips and in winter; shuttle for long holidays. More: Valet or shuttle at Memmingen Airport.

Where can I find the rates of the airport car parks?

On allgaeu-airport.de.

Will a provider accept my motorhome?

See frequently asked questions about large vehicles.

Can everyone ride in the bus?

See frequently asked questions about the number of people in the shuttle.

All about the car

How do I record the condition?

With photos all round. More: Handing over your car at Memmingen Airport.

What if the car will not start?

Ask the provider for a jump start or call your breakdown service.

Booking and cancellation

Which times do I enter?

The times at the site or meeting point. See frequently asked questions about booking.

From when does the cancellation deadline run?

From the booked start of parking. More: Cancelling or rebooking parking at Memmingen Airport.

My flight has been cancelled.

The parking booking remains in place. See frequently asked questions about cancelled flights.

More questions from the Allgäu

I live in Memmingen – do I need a parking space at all?

From the town of Memmingen, the airport is close. With light luggage, the bus from the station can be an option if the times fit. Many people also get a lift. For longer trips or early flights, your own car is often more practical.

Can I park at the airport spontaneously?

Outside the season you will usually find a space spontaneously on the airport’s parking areas. It becomes critical when Bavaria and Baden-Württemberg have holidays at the same time, and around Christmas. With a reservation you are on the safe side – via Friend-Park, free cancellation up to one day before the start of parking.

Do I have to call the parking service beforehand?

Many providers ask you to. See frequently asked questions about calling the provider.

What do I do if I am stuck in the snow?

A quick call to the parking service prevents it from waiting in vain. If online check-in is done, you save time at the airport; if the deadline is very tight, speak to the airline directly. More tips: frequently asked questions about delays on the way there.

May the roof box stay on the car?

If the provider agrees. In multi-storey car parks and halls, the height can be a problem. Clarify this beforehand.

Are the cars protected from hail?

Against hailstorms such as those that occur in an Allgäu summer, only a roof helps. Whether a provider has covered spaces is stated in its description or can be asked by email.

Can I print out the confirmation?

Both are possible. More on this: frequently asked questions about printing the confirmation.

I made a mistake in my details.

Contact support as early as possible. More: frequently asked questions about incorrect details.

I left something in the car.

See frequently asked questions about forgotten items.

Will my car be moved?

With valet, the employee drives it to the parking area and back. Compare the mileage on return.

Is there help for people with reduced mobility?

Yes, via your airline. Register your needs in good time.

About the Allgäu and its special features

Does the Viehscheid affect the journey?

In September, in many villages of the Oberallgäu, the cows are brought down from the alpine pastures into the valley. Village through-roads may then be closed at times. If you fly on such a day, check the dates in your municipality.

Are there charging points for electric cars at the airport?

Whether and where charging is possible at Allgäu Airport is stated on the airport’s website. Private parking services mention any charging offer in their description.

Can I take the bus from the airport to Memmingen?

Yes, buses connect the airport with Memmingen railway station. The times are in the timetable.

Do Austrians also travel via Memmingen?

Yes, some passengers come from Vorarlberg and Tyrol. A vignette is required for the Austrian motorways.

Where can I find information about current flights?

On allgaeu-airport.de you will find departure and arrival times.

Are there parking spaces for people with disabilities?

Yes, marked spaces are located close to the terminal. The airport publishes the details.

Can I access my car during the trip?

With valet it is parked on the provider’s site; spontaneous access is usually not possible.

May my dog ride in the bus?

Whether four-legged friends may ride in the bus is up to the company – often only in a pet carrier. It is best to ask beforehand.

What if my flight is diverted to Stuttgart or Munich?

The airline then organises the onward journey. Inform the parking service as soon as you find out.

How much earlier should I be at the airport?

As your airline recommends. Add the time for parking before that.

Do I need winter tyres for the drive to the airport?

In wintry road conditions, winter tyres are mandatory in Germany. In the Allgäu this is frequently the case from November to March.

Can I park with seasonal number plates?

Parking on a private site is possible. But make sure that the drive home falls within the registration period of your number plate.

What if a replacement flight from another airport is offered?

Then you may no longer need the parking space in Memmingen. Cancel within the deadline or clarify the situation with support.

Can you see the Alps from the airport?

In clear weather, especially when the föhn wind blows, the view from the Unterallgäu often reaches as far as the mountains.

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On the peculiarities of the Allgäu

Is the snow cleared from the car in winter?

That depends on the provider. Some clear the snow on return, others do not. Ask when booking.

Are there animals crossing on the way to the airport?

On the country roads in the Allgäu, yes, especially at dusk. Drive attentively along the edges of woods.

What is the Viehscheid?

In September, the cows in the Oberallgäu are driven down from the alpine pastures into the valley. In some villages, roads are then closed at times.

Can I drive a hire car to the airport and park it there?

That depends on the hire company’s conditions. For parking over several days, your own car is usually simpler.

Which destinations are served in winter?

The current offer is on allgaeu-airport.de. In winter, sunny destinations and cities predominate.

Friend-Park

Where can I find offers?

On Parking at Memmingen Airport, as soon as partners are connected.

I run a parking service in the region.

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