Berlin is served by Berlin Brandenburg Airport Willy Brandt (BER). Average flight prices are €55-120 for short-haul European flights; €380-600 for intercontinental routes. Best time to book: Book 4-8 weeks ahead for intra-European flights. January to March and November offer the lowest fares. Berlin is primarily a city-break destination rather than a sun holiday hub, so prices are more stable year-round compared to Mediterranean airports. Summer weekends and major event periods (Berlin Marathon in September, ITB trade fair in March) drive temporary price spikes.. Top airlines: easyJet, Ryanair, Eurowings.
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Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) is Germany's third-busiest airport, serving the capital with a modern single-terminal facility that finally opened in 2020 after years of delays. The airport replaced both historic Tegel and Schonefeld airports, consolidating all Berlin air traffic into one location. BER handles around 25 million passengers per year, with strong connections across Europe and growing intercontinental service.
easyJet operates its largest German base at BER, offering dozens of European routes at competitive prices. Ryanair and Wizz Air also maintain significant operations, making Berlin one of the best-connected cities in Europe for budget travelers. For full-service options, Lufthansa and its subsidiary Eurowings provide connections to their Munich and Frankfurt hubs, while Turkish Airlines offers excellent connectivity to Asia and the Middle East via Istanbul.
The FEX Airport Express train is the fastest way to reach central Berlin, running every 30 minutes to Berlin Hauptbahnhof (central station) in about 30 minutes. The S-Bahn lines S9 and S45 offer a cheaper alternative that connects to the broader Berlin transit network, though the journey takes longer. Berlin's excellent public transit means that once you reach any major station, the entire city is easily accessible by U-Bahn, S-Bahn, tram, or bus.
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The FEX Airport Express train runs every 30 minutes to Berlin Hauptbahnhof in about 30 minutes for €3.80 (AB zone ticket). The S-Bahn S9 line takes about 45 minutes but stops at more stations. Taxis cost roughly €50 and take 30-45 minutes depending on traffic.
BER was built adjacent to the old Schonefeld airport, which is now closed. Terminal 5 (the former Schonefeld terminal) was decommissioned. All flights now use BER's Terminal 1 and Terminal 2, which are connected and in the same building complex.
easyJet, Ryanair, and Wizz Air typically offer the lowest base fares to Berlin, often under €30 one-way for European routes when booked in advance. However, factor in baggage fees — a checked bag on budget carriers can add €20-40 each way.
Direct intercontinental options from Berlin are limited compared to Frankfurt or Munich. The main long-haul connections include flights to the Middle East (Turkish Airlines, Emirates seasonal), North America (select seasonal routes), and some Asian destinations. For the widest long-haul choice, connecting via Frankfurt, Munich, or Istanbul is common.
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