Information on the Covid-19 test at German airports

At German airports, you can get tested for Covid-19 through quick tests. The so-called RT-PCR test (Reverse Transcription Polymerase Chain Reaction Test) detects if the tested person has an acute infection with the Covid-19 virus.

New regulations for people entering Germany from a risk area

Since 8 November 2020, a 10-day quarantine obligation has been in place for arrivals from foreign corona risk areas. It is possible to be tested for Covid-19 five days after entry and to end the quarantine prematurely.

The new quarantine regulation states that certain groups of people can be exempted from the quarantine obligation under certain conditions (e.g. proven necessary business trips of up to five days) by a negative test result. Test centres are available for possible tests in Frankfurt, Munich and many other German airports.

Regulations for persons entering Germany in connection with coronavirus SARS-CoV-2/Covid-19 (PDF)

To find out which regions are currently considered as official risk areas and where entry from these areas requires a 10-day quarantine, visit the websites of the Robert Koch Institute.

Overview of the risk areas (Robert-Koch-Institute)
To the English archive of the Robert Koch Institute (scroll all the way to the bottom of the page)
Covid-19 test centres in Frankfurt Covid-19 test centres in Munich

Where can I find the test centres in Frankfurt?

Test for arriving passengers

The test centres of CENTOGENE and the German Red Cross are centrally located in the transition between Terminal 1 and the mainline railway station (The Squaire).

Covid-19 test centre CENTOGENE – Registration required

Before arriving at the test centre, it is necessary to register and order a test. Further information on the costs and duration of the test as well as on registration can be found on the CENTOGENE website.

Further information and registration CENTOGENE

Exclusive fast lane in Frankfurt for Lufthansa, Swiss and Austrian passengers

Passengers of Lufthansa, Swiss and Austrian Airlines have access to exclusive fast lanes in Frankfurt. Please follow the Lufthansa signs.

Covid-19 test centre of German Red Cross – Registration recommended

Test possibilities for returning guests from risk areas

Prior registration (via the CENTOGENE website) is possible and recommended. Alternatively, registration can be done on site by presenting your boarding pass.

To registration

Where can I find the test centres in Munich?

The test centres are located in Terminal 2 baggage arrival hall and at Aicher Ambulanz in the Forum of the Munich Airport Center (MAC) on level 04. Please register online in advance.

To the registration at Aicher Ambulanz

Departing guests can carry out a chargeable test in the MVZ Martinsried medical laboratory in the "Test & Fly" test centre in Terminal 2, Level 04.

To the registration at MVZ Martinsried

Further information on tests in Munich can be found on the

Munich Airport website

Details of the test possibilities in your destination country can be found via the local airport companies. An overview map of the current travel regulations can be found here:

To the current country information of IATA

Flights between Munich and Hamburg

You have booked a flight from Munich to Hamburg (LH2058) or a flight from Hamburg to Munich (LH2059)? Please find more information on the "Covid-19 Tested Flights" pilot project page.

To the "Covid-19 Tested Flights"

Please note

All information is regularly updated and prepared with the greatest possible care and to the best of our knowledge and belief at the time of publication. The information provided here is subject to ongoing changes by the Federal Government. Your personal quarantine obligation and any possible exceptions are governed by the applicable regulations of the federal state in which you have your residence or in which you will be staying in Germany.

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Flying Reporter

Our Flying Reporter Bastian took the Corona quick test in the testing centre at Frankfurt airport. Come along in the video.

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