ROTTERDAM, 22 August 2024 – Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTHA) is nearing the completion of a new airport decision request, which will establish the location and operational boundaries of the airport. This decision could lead to fewer night flights and reduced CO₂ emissions.
Rotterdam The Hague Airport plans for the future
Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTHA) has announced that it is in the final stages of submitting an application for a new airport decree ("luchthavenbesluit"). The new decree will outline key operational guidelines for the airport, including where it is located and the limits that airport users must adhere to.
One of the main objectives of the new decree is to reduce the impact on the surrounding environment. Several measures are being proposed to achieve this, with a focus on lowering emissions and minimising disturbances to local residents.
Key changes in the new airport decree
The upcoming decree is expected to bring several important changes, including:
- A reduction in the number of night flights;
- A freeze on the growth of commercial flights until at least 2030, with future growth dependent on innovation;
- A reduction in CO₂ emissions from the airport's operations.
Since 2022, multiple studies have been carried out in preparation for the application, including an environmental impact assessment. These studies are designed to provide evidence and support for the measures proposed in the decree.
Next steps in the application process
Rotterdam The Hague Airport expects to submit the application by the end of 2024 to the Ministry of Infrastructure and Water Management. Once submitted, the approval process is anticipated to take about a year. If approved, the new airport decree would then come into effect, with the goal of significantly reducing the environmental footprint of the airport.
Directions to Rotterdam The Hague Airport
Rotterdam The Hague Airport is located to the north of the city, between Rotterdam and The Hague, making it accessible to both cities. Travellers can reach the airport by public transport via bus 33 from Rotterdam Central Station or by car via the A13 motorway. The airport is also a short drive from the centre of The Hague.
