First time flying out of Stuttgart. Lots of walking from wherever you've entered the airport. I…read moredidn't have to go to checkin at the airlines desk since I had just a carryon (Ryanair). I arrived 2 hours early. Airport was busy at 4:00 am. Security check was quick. Only needed my boarding pass to use at kiosk to enter the que. One bag one tray were the instructions. Nothing in your pockets. There was a passport check station that was unmanned so I zipped past that to find my gate. When boarding call happens they check your passport. By my gate there was a busy coffee shop. Nearby plenty of shops willing to take your money.

When you're living in Stuttgart, you've got few choices to fly. Drive/train to Frankfurt or Zurich…read moreor...Stuttgart. Pro - you're able to easily access a lot of places in Europe quite easily. Most of the staff is quite helpful. Con- parking, rental cars (sooo many garages), security is hardcore (which is good but they're sticklers for liquids, clear bags, etc), and security line! Pro-tip: if your ticket shows terminal 3, they're all connected! This is what I have for the time being but it lacks lounges and is pretty busy. Maybe a train to another airport if you have the time.