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Teesside International Airport

Darlington, Durham, United Kingdom

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MMEmedium airport

Teesside International Airport

Darlington, Durham, United Kingdom
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Northeast England's gateway connecting Durham and Teesside to the world.

Opened
1964
Location
Darlington, United Kingdom
Teesside International Airport, designated by the IATA code MME and ICAO code EGNV, serves the Tees Valley region of Northeast England, including Darlington, Middlesbrough, Stockton-on-Tees, and surrounding areas. Originally opened as RAF Middleton St George during World War II, the site was converted to civilian use after the war and has operated as a commercial airport ever since. The airport was rebranded as Teesside International Airport in 2019, dropping the previous name of Durham Tees Valley Airport, as part of a revitalization effort following a period of significant decline in passenger numbers and airline services. Tees Valley Combined Authority, led by Mayor Ben Houchen, took ownership of the airport in 2019 to secure its future. In recent years the airport has worked to rebuild its route network, attracting carriers such as Jet2.com and other operators offering seasonal leisure routes to European and domestic destinations. It remains a relatively small regional airport but plays an important economic role for the Tees Valley area.
Terminals
The airport operates a single terminal building handling all passenger departures and arrivals.
Getting to & from
The airport is accessible by road via the A67, with bus services connecting to Darlington and Middlesbrough, and a rail halt at Dinsdale station nearby.
Airlines here
Jet2.com is among the primary carriers operating from Teesside International, offering seasonal leisure routes to European destinations.
Notable facts
  • ›Originally built as RAF Middleton St George during World War II.
  • ›Rebranded from Durham Tees Valley Airport to Teesside International Airport in 2019.
  • ›Tees Valley Combined Authority purchased the airport in 2019 to prevent closure.
  • ›Passenger numbers declined sharply in the 2010s following the withdrawal of several key airlines.
  • ›The airport has a long history of freight and general aviation operations alongside commercial services.
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Gateway to the North East, where Durham meets the open sky

Teesside International Airport, located between Darlington and Middlesbrough in County Durham, has served the North East of England since 1964. Once a major regional hub, it was rebranded as Teesside International in 2019 following a council buyout aimed at revitalising its route network. Today it offers a compact, stress-free travel experience with connections to leisure and business destinations across Europe.

Terminals
  • Main Terminal — A single, modern terminal handling all passenger departures and arrivals with check-in, security, and a small retail and dining zone.
Ground Transport
  • Arriva bus services connecting to Darlington and Middlesbrough town centres
  • Taxis and private hire vehicles available at the terminal forecourt
  • Car rental desks from major providers including Enterprise and Hertz
  • Private car parking on-site including short-stay, long-stay, and drop-off zones
  • Direct road access via the A67 linking to the A1(M) motorway
Nearby Hotels
  • Mercure Darlington Kings Hotel
  • Hilton Garden Inn Middlesbrough
  • Holiday Inn Darlington
  • Premier Inn Darlington North
  • Judges Country House Hotel, Yarm
Dining

Inside the terminal, passengers can find a modest selection of cafés and bars suitable for pre-flight meals and drinks. The surrounding area near Darlington and Yarm offers a strong selection of independent restaurants and pub dining for those with time before travel. Arrivals will find a wider dining scene within a short taxi ride into Darlington or Stockton-on-Tees.

Traveller Tips
  • Arrive at least 90 minutes before departure as the terminal is small but security queues can build quickly during peak periods.
  • Free drop-off is available for a limited time; longer waits incur charges, so plan accordingly.
  • Darlington railway station is around 15 minutes by road and connects to major UK cities via LNER and TransPennine Express services.
  • Check seasonal route availability before booking as Teesside's schedule can change significantly between summer and winter.
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Routes

MME → AMSAZ · F70
MME → AMSKL · F70
MME → ABZT3 · J41 S20
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Teesside International Airport
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Teesside International Airport, formerly Durham Tees Valley Airport, is a small international airport in the Borough of Darlington, County Durham, England. It primarily serves Teesside, County Durham and North Yorkshire.

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