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Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) Online Check-in
Berlin's main airport (replacing Tegel and Schönefeld), opened in 2020 after lengthy delays. Single main terminal (T1) plus T2 for low-cost overflow.
Now at Berlin Brandenburg Airport
- Security wait (today, avg) 18 min
- Disruption No reported disruption
- Weather impact Clear, 14 °C
Quick information
Airlines we cover at Berlin Brandenburg Airport
Berlin Brandenburg Airport hosts about 60 airlines in total. We have terminal-specific check-in pages for the 1 listed below. Pick yours to see counters, bag-drop, and online check-in details.
How to check in for a flight from Berlin Brandenburg Airport
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Check in online before you leave home
Most airlines open online check-in 24–48 hours before departure. It saves time at the airport and avoids airport-counter fees on low-cost carriers.
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Arrive at the right terminal
BER has 2 terminal(s). Check your airline's terminal in the table above before you set off.
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Drop off checked baggage
Counters typically open 2 hours before departure and close 40 minutes before. Use self-service bag-drop kiosks to save time.
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Pass security
Liquids must be in a single transparent bag, max 100 ml each. Laptops and large electronics out of bags. Submit your security wait time below to help others.
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Reach your gate on time
Most airlines close the gate 20 minutes before departure. Allow 5–15 minutes to walk from security to the gate.
Tips for Berlin Brandenburg Airport
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FEX express is best from Berlin Hbf
29 minutes from Berlin Hauptbahnhof, €4.40 (BVG ABC ticket). Runs every 30 minutes.
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BER replaced TXL and SXF
Tegel (TXL) closed in 2020. Schönefeld is now BER's T5 (closed since 2023). All Berlin commercial flights are now at BER.
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T1 ↔ T2 short walk
T1 and T2 are connected by a 5-minute covered walkway. Both have separate security but share landside facilities.
Popular destinations from Berlin Brandenburg Airport
Frequently asked questions
Is BER the same as TXL or SXF?
BER replaced both Tegel (TXL) and Schönefeld (SXF) in 2020. Tegel is permanently closed. Schönefeld was rebranded as BER's Terminal 5 but is also now closed (2023).
How early should I arrive at Berlin Brandenburg?
1.5 hours for Schengen, 2.5 hours for non-Schengen. BER is generally efficient with 15–25 min security.
Is there a direct train from BER to Berlin city centre?
Yes — FEX (Flughafen Express) takes 29 minutes to Berlin Hauptbahnhof. Regional trains and S-Bahn also run.
Official sources
The check-in details on this page are sourced from each airline's website. For terminal layout, opening hours, and ground-side services, see the Berlin Brandenburg Airport official site below.
- ber.berlin-airport.de — Official Berlin Brandenburg Airport website (terminal maps, parking, ground transport).
- Wikipedia: Berlin Brandenburg Airport — Editorial overview, history, statistics.
- FlightRadar24: BER live data — Live flight arrivals, departures, and delays.
- auswaertiges-amt.de — Up-to-date entry requirements and security guidance for Germany.