Berlin Brandenburg Airport Willy Brandt (BER) is an international airport located in Schönefeld, south of Berlin. The airport serves as a base for Eurowings, easyJet, and Ryanair, offering flights to a plethora of European and international destinations. Having replaced Tempelhof, Schönefeld, and Tegel airports, BER Airport is now the main commercial airport serving Berlin and its surrounding areas. With an average of 34 million annual passengers, it has become the third busiest airport in Germany and ranked in the top fifteen busiest in Europe.
Berlin Airport Services
Fast Lane
Berlin Airport (BER) offers several types of fast-track security services for travellers departing from Terminal 1 or Terminal 2. Priority Lane access is available to passengers flying with select airlines and can be accessed at any security checkpoint. Just make sure to request the Priority Lane from your airline when booking your flight.
Additionally, the BER Runway service means you can reserve a timeslot for free – to avoid long waiting times at security. Just book your slot online and make sure you arrive on time so that you can breeze through security.
Finally, the Family Lane in Terminal 1 at security control points 1 and 5, is a dedicated lane for families travelling with children and is available to all passengers with children under 12 years old. You don’t need to book in advance, just head to the correct lane and show your identification.
Mobility Service
VIP Service
Airport Lounges
Sleeping cabins
Free WiFi
Baggage Services
Berlin Airport Parking
Berlin Brandenburg Airport provides a variety of parking options depending on your needs. All parking options are closest to Terminal 1, but it’s just a short walk to get to Terminal 2. *Parking spots can be booked online in advance if you’d prefer peace of mind.
Short Term
Outdoor parking area directly outside T1
Free for the first 10 minutes
Premium parking
1-minute walk to T1
P1 and P2
Prices start at €5 for 30 minutes
Comfort parking
2-minute walk to T1
P3, P7, P8
Prices start at €3.50 for 30 minutes
Economy Parking
5-minute walk to T1
P6 and P107
Prices start at €5 for 1 hour and €38 for 24 hours – ideal for long-stay parking
Valet Parking
Drop your car off at the terminal, leave your keys with a valet and head straight into your terminal.
Arrivals
Departures
Terminal Information
Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) has three terminals, although Terminal 5 (the old airport) is closed. Terminal 1 is the largest terminal and Terminal 2 serves low-cost airlines. Each terminal provides all the necessary facilities such as charging points, currency exchange and cash services, silent rooms, toilets and baby changing rooms, showers, medical facilities and information desks. Shops, bars and restaurants are also plentiful, as well as fun extras like TV corners, kids’ play areas and observation decks.
*Both terminals are within walking distance of each other.
Terminal 1
Terminal 2
Transportation options from and to BER Airport
Learn MoreBy train
Catch a regional or express train in just 30 minutes.
*Departure every 30 minutes
By bus
Hop on an express bus to Berlin City Centre in 30 minutes.
*Departure every 20 minutes
By taxi
Get a Berlin Airport taxi from the ranks to take you anywhere in Berlin.
Or, for a more personalised experience, pre-book an airport taxi with Welcome Pickups.
By car
Drive to Berlin in 40 minutes.
*Trip durations vary depending on your final destination and traffic.
More connections from Berlin Airport (BER)
Airport Trains
Airport Express (FEX) and regional trains connect Berlin Airport to Berlin Central Station (Hauptbahnhof) and other stations throughout the city centre.
S-Bahn trains (S9 and S45) run every 20 minutes to Berlin city centre.
*The railway station is located in Terminal 1 on level U2.
Buses
Taxis and Airport Transfers
Hotel near Brandenburg Airport
Practical Information
Opening Hours
Berlin Brandenburg Airport is open 24/7.
Retail stores, restaurants and cafes: 04:00-22:00 (certain convenience and food shops are open 24/7)
Recommended Arrival Times
2.5 hours before departure
Airport Codes
Berlin Airport Code: BER (IATA)
ICAO code: EDDB
Contact Information
- Airport Hotline: +49 30 609 160 910
- Lost Property: [email protected]
- Parking: +49 71 130 570 305
- Special Assistance: +49 30 609 172 744
- VIP Service: +49 30 609 172 780
FAQs
What is the main airport in Berlin?
Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) has been the main airport in Berlin since 2020, replacing the now-closed Schönefeld Airport.