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Berlin Metropolitan Area (BER) in Berlin, Germany. Terminal info, airlines, transport to city, and flight search on FareEagle.
BER

Berlin Metropolitan Area

Berlin, Germany

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📍CityBerlin
📞Helpline+49 30 6091 60910
Flughafen Berlin Brandenburg GmbH, Willy-Brandt-Platz, 12529 Schönefeld, Germany
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ℹ️ About Berlin Metropolitan Area

Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) opened in October 2020 and is operated by Flughafen Berlin Brandenburg GmbH. In 2023, the airport handled approximately 23 million passengers.

Its IATA code is BER. BER serves as a major aviation hub for Berlin and the Brandenburg region, consolidating air traffic from the former Tegel and Schönefeld airports.

Future expansion plans include increasing capacity to handle growing passenger numbers.

🏢 Terminals

Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) has three terminals: Terminal 1, Terminal 2, and Terminal 5 (currently closed). Terminal 1 is the main terminal with approximately 140,000 square meters and a capacity of 25 million passengers per year.

It features gates A0-A25 (airside), B01-B20 (airside), C01-C19 (landside), and D01-D17 (landside). Terminal 2 has an area of 23,000 square meters and a capacity of 6 million passengers annually; it has gates K01-K20.

Terminal 5, formerly Schönefeld Airport, is temporarily closed. The airport opened in 2020 after significant delays.

🚗 How to Reach Berlin Airport
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Metro/Rail
S-Bahn lines S9 and S45 connect the airport to Berlin city center. The Airport Express (FEX) also runs to Berlin Hauptbahnhof (main station) in approximately 30 minutes. Trains depart every 20-30 minutes. A single ticket (ABC zone) costs around €3.80.
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Bus
Several bus routes connect the airport to different parts of Berlin and Brandenburg. Route X7 and X71 operate to U Rudow, connecting to the U7 U-Bahn line. Route 163 goes to S Adlershof. Fares are approximately €3.80 (ABC zone).
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Taxi/Cab
Taxis are readily available at the airport. Uber and Bolt also operate here. A taxi to the city center costs approximately €50-€60.
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Distance
Approximately 28 km from Berlin city center. Travel time is about 40 minutes without traffic and 60-75 minutes during peak hours.
🛎️ Airport Facilities
Lounges
Several lounges are available in Terminal 1, including the Lufthansa Business Lounge, Lufthansa Senator Lounge, and Tempelhof Lounge. Access is typically granted based on airline status, membership programs, or by purchasing a day pass.
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Food & Dining
Terminal 1 offers a variety of dining options, including Marché Mövenpick, Starbucks, and several German restaurants. Some outlets are open 24 hours.
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Shopping
The airport features duty-free shops, souvenir stores, and retail outlets selling clothing, electronics, and travel accessories.
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Connectivity
Free WiFi is available throughout the airport. Connect to the "Free Airport WiFi" network.
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Banking
ATMs are located in Terminals 1 and 2. Currency exchange services are provided by Reisebank.
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Medical
A medical center is located in Terminal 1. Hours may vary.
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Other
Prayer rooms are available. Smoking zones are located outside the terminals.
🅿️ Parking

Short-term parking (P1, P2), long-term parking (P4, P6, P7, P8). Rates vary depending on the parking area. Short-term parking starts at approximately €5 per hour. Daily rates for long-term parking range from €29. Pre-booking is available at https://www.berlin-airport.de/en/orientation/parking/index.html

💡 Tips for Travellers
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Use the Airport Express (FEX) train for the fastest connection to Berlin Hauptbahnhof (main station). It's faster than the S-Bahn.
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Purchase a Berlin WelcomeCard ABC zone for unlimited travel on public transport, including to and from the airport, plus discounts on attractions.
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If arriving at Terminal 2, allow extra time for transfer to Terminal 1 for connecting flights, as it requires a short bus ride.
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Pre-book parking online for potentially lower rates and guaranteed availability, especially during peak travel seasons.
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