Flying in Dresden, Germany
There are 12 airfields within 93 miles of Dresden — the nearest is Dresden Airport (EDDC), about 6 miles out. Daylight runs from about 16h 19m of daylight at midsummer down to about 7h 41m at midwinter, so your VFR window shifts a lot through the year. Below: the airfields nearby, the seasonal daylight and weather, and where to find the official charts.
Airfields near Dresden
Public and private airfields within 93 miles, nearest first.
Dresden Airport
Pirna-Pratzschwitz Airfield
Großenhain Airfield
Langhennersdorf Airfield
Riesa-Göhlis Airport
Kamenz Airfield
Usti Nad Labem Airfield
Schwarzheide/Schipkau Airfield
Oschatz Airfield
Nardt Airfield
Bautzen Airfield
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Daylight & the VFR window
Most VFR flying happens between sunrise and sunset, so daylight length is your practical flying window. Times below are local solar time (clock times shift with your time zone and DST). Plan night currency and reserves around the short end of the year.
| Time of year | Sunrise–sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|
| June solstice (Jun 21) | 03:50–20:10 | 16h 19m |
| Equinox (Mar 20) | 06:04–17:56 | 11h 51m |
| December solstice (Dec 21) | 08:10–15:50 | 7h 41m |
Typical weather
Seasonal averages from 2021–2023. A guide to what to pack and plan for — always check current METARs, TAFs, and NOTAMs before you fly.
| Season | Avg high | Avg low | Avg wind | Wet days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring | 13.2°C / 56°F | 4°C / 39°F | 18 km/h | 38% |
| Summer | 24.6°C / 76°F | 14.6°C / 58°F | 16 km/h | 39% |
| Autumn | 15.2°C / 59°F | 7.4°C / 45°F | 16 km/h | 38% |
| Winter | 5.4°C / 42°F | -0.1°C / 32°F | 20 km/h | 51% |
Airspace & charts
For the exact airspace classes, frequencies, restricted areas, and airfield plates around Dresden, go straight to the official sources — never plan a route off this page alone.
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