Rotterdam-The Hague Airport in the context of "General aviation"

The Rotterdam–The Hague metropolitan area (Dutch: Metropoolregio Rotterdam Den Haag) is a metropolitan area encompassing the cities of Rotterdam and The Hague as well as 21 other municipalities. It was founded in 2014. The area has a population of approximately 2.7 million across 1,130 km (440 sq mi). It is the largest European port, with many international organizations residing within its borders.

The area lies in the zuidvleugel (English: "South Wing") of the larger conurbation called Randstad. Air traffic is supported by Rotterdam-The Hague Airport offering services to a number of European cities; however, the majority of air travelers use Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, which is about 45 kilometers from The Hague. Light rail public transport in the area is offered by RandstadRail, Rotterdam Metro, The Hague tram, and Rotterdam tram, heavy rail public transport is provided by the Dutch railways.