Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) – Terminals Guide
Information compiled by David Enrich, aviation and airport guide expert since 1999.
Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) – Terminals Guide
Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER), officially Willy Brandt Airport, opened in 2020 after a long and complex development process aimed at consolidating Berlin’s air traffic into a single modern hub. It replaced Tegel and Schönefeld airports and now serves as the main international gateway to the German capital.
Located about 18 km southeast of Berlin, BER is designed as a centralized airport, with Terminal 1 acting as the core facility and Terminal 2 supporting low-cost operations. :
🗺️ Terminal Map
The map below provides a general overview of the airport layout, including terminals, gates and main passenger areas, helping travelers navigate more efficiently. Airport maps typically display terminals, services and connections to improve passenger orientation. :
Source: Airportmaps.com
🏢 Terminal Overview
Berlin Brandenburg Airport operates mainly with Terminal 1 and Terminal 2, both designed to handle different types of traffic efficiently.
Terminal 1 (Main Terminal)
Main hub handling most airlines and long-haul flights.
- Level E0: Arrivals & baggage claim
- Level E1: Check-in & security
- Level E2: Departures & gates
Includes Schengen and Non-Schengen zones.
Terminal 2
Designed for low-cost carriers such as Ryanair and Wizz Air.
Compact layout with faster boarding and minimal walking distances.
🧳 Facilities & Services
- Free Wi-Fi across all terminals
- ATMs and currency exchange
- Baggage storage services
- Information desks and digital screens
🔒 Security & Baggage
BER uses modern security systems with multiple checkpoints. Waiting times vary depending on the time of day, typically between 10 and 25 minutes.