IATA: EMA / EGNX
Terminals: 1
City distance: 22 km
Annual passengers: 4.1
East Midlands Airport (EMA) serves Nottingham, Leicester, Derby and the wider Midlands region, handling over 4.1 million passengers in 2024. The single-terminal airport sits near Castle Donington, Leicestershire, approximately 22 km south-west of Nottingham city centre and well-placed for Derby (18 km) and Leicester (26 km). Jet2, Ryanair and TUI are the dominant carriers. The airport has no direct rail link to the terminal, making nearby hotels particularly practical for early and late flights serving three major cities.
Main airlines
Jet2, Ryanair, TUI Airways, easyJet, Wizz Air, Loganair
Getting to/from Nottingham city centre
Skylink bus to Nottingham (45–60 mins, £6.00 single). East Midlands Parkway rail station (6 km from airport by taxi/shuttle, then ~25 mins to Nottingham by train). Taxi to Nottingham approx £40.
Hotels Near East Midlands Airport
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 5 hotels listed near East Midlands Airport on Aerfortel, ranging from budget options to full-service properties.
East Midlands Airport is approximately 22 km from the city centre. Taxis, buses, and rail connections are typically available.
East Midlands Airport has 1 terminal. Check your airline's information for your departure terminal.
Skylink bus to Nottingham (45–60 mins, £6.00 single). East Midlands Parkway rail station (6 km from airport by taxi/shuttle, then ~25 mins to Nottingham by train). Taxi to Nottingham approx £40.
The IATA code for East Midlands Airport is EMA and the ICAO code is EGNX.