In Western Austria, in the state of Tyrol, is the city of Innsbruck. It is a valley city and Innsbruck Airport (INN) lies around 2.5 miles out of the city. It is busiest during the winter when skiers from around the world come to the Alps. If you are travelling in the peak season, it is best to book car rental at Innsbruck Airport in advance.

Thousands of passengers use the airport every year, and flights arrive and depart from various parts of Europe regularly every day. The check-in area has been recently refurbished, and more check-in desks have been added to reduce waiting times. Some flights also offer online check-in.

For your convenience, there are ATMs and currency exchange facilities located within the airport building as well as information desks, desks representing car hire at Innsbruck Airport, travel agencies and areas of seating. Screens showing flight information are conveniently located around the Departures lounge.

For shopping at the airport, there is the airport shop selling essentials for your wait, flight and other travel needs. It is open at all hours that the airport is open and sells everything from newspapers and books to cigarettes and travel items. There is also a standard duty-free shop selling cut price goods such as tobacco, alcohol and other items.

Upon arrival at Innsbruck Airport, once you have left the plane, gone through immigration and picked up your luggage, make your way towards the exit. Here you can choose which mode of transport to use. Take a shuttle bus or a taxi, or use cheap car hire at Innsbruck Airport for the duration of your stay.