Travelling from Istanbul to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER): what you need to know
There are two main airports you can start your trip from in Istanbul. Check out your options leaving from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) when booking your flight from Istanbul to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER).
The average time for a direct flight from Istanbul to Berlin Brandenburg Airport is 2 hours 50 minutes.
The timezone in Berlin is UTC+1, which is 2 hours behind Istanbul. Berlin Brandenburg Airport is located in Berlin.
The most popular route is from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER), with 45 direct weekly services. If you want to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from IST to BER is the 04:05 Turkish Airlines option. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the final departure is at 20:40 with Turkish Airlines.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your flight from Istanbul to BER.
Show up at the airport even earlier during popular months like August. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight. After checking in, you can use any extra time to relax or find something to eat.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
You can book a direct flight from Istanbul to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) leaving from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST).
You'll find a direct flight from Istanbul to Berlin Brandenburg Airport with Turkish Airlines. This leading airline operates services from IST.
We make it easy to book a flight from Istanbul to BER with a stopover. To see all your options leaving from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers between IST and BER include:
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport (BEG)
The distance from central Istanbul to IST is roughly 48 kilometres. Check out travel apps like Google Maps for the best way to get there, whether you want to drive or use public transport.
Catching an early flight from Istanbul to Berlin Brandenburg Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to Istanbul Ataturk Airport:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Want other options for a direct flight from Istanbul to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)? Check out the fares leaving from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).
AJet operates direct flights from Istanbul to BER leaving from SAW. Book your favourite aisle seat and get to your destination in a single hop.
Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Istanbul to Berlin Brandenburg Airport. Visit friends or family or tick a new city off your bucket list. Whatever you decide to do, check out these options between Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and BER:
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Stuttgart Airport (STR)
You can reach SAW from central Istanbul in about 57 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 30 minutes to cover the 48 kilometres or so.
Want to spoil yourself with an extra night away before boarding your flight from Istanbul to BER? Unwind in a hotel near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport before your holiday officially starts. These stays are calling your name:
About Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Istanbul to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near BER:
Getting from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to central Berlin
Berlin Brandenburg Airport to the centre of Berlin takes about 36 minutes by car. It's approximately 27 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
It typically takes 36 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
Rs12,579 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Berlin Brandenburg Airport. Return flights start from Rs30,554. Prices are subject to change based on availability and may vary at the time of booking.
Book 7 months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from Istanbul to BER.
Plan your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Istanbul to Berlin Brandenburg Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the best price across every month.
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The best time to fly from Istanbul to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
February is the quietest time of year to travel to Berlin. Alternatively, follow the crowds and visit in June. This is the most popular month for flights from Istanbul to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, but the best time to go is your call.
Before booking a flight from Istanbul to BER, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Berlin, with the temperature ranging from 13ºC to 28ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Istanbul to Berlin Brandenburg Airport in January when temperatures average between -7ºC and 6ºC.
More about Berlin
After booking your flight from Istanbul to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Berlin:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery are top attractions which should be on every Berlin itinerary.
Complete your Berlin trip with a car rental
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