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This page explains “Long-Weekend Destinations from BER” in the context of travel to or from Berlin Brandenburg Willy Brandt Airport (BER). The relevant factors remain the route, travel time, passenger numbers and luggage.
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Got a long weekend coming up? From Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) you can reach numerous European destinations in just a few hours. With an airport transfer to BER booked in advance, you can start your short trip relaxed.
The Formula for the Perfect Long Weekend
Short flight time, direct flight and a transfer booked in advance – that is how you get the most out of your weekend. With an airport transfer to BER, you reach the airport in a predictable and relaxed way.
Barcelona – The All-Rounder Winner
Flight time: 2 hours 30 minutes. Direct flights: daily with easyJet, Ryanair, Vueling. Best time to travel: April to June, September to November.
Barcelona combines city, beach and sunshine. With an early Saturday flight, you can enjoy tapas by the sea as early as midday.
Perfect for: beach lovers, architecture fans, foodies. Must-do: Sagrada Família (book online), Park Güell, Barceloneta Beach. Insider tip: the El Born district is worth a visit.
Amsterdam – The Bicycle Capital
Flight time: 1 hour 20 minutes. Direct flights: KLM 5x daily, easyJet 3x daily. Best time to travel: April to May (tulip season) and September.
Amsterdam is liberal, alternative and full of bicycles. A weekend is plenty for the Rijksmuseum, the Anne Frank House and a stroll through the city.
Perfect for: art fans, cyclists, culture enthusiasts. Must-do: canal cruise, Jordaan district, Vondelpark. Note: the bike lanes are reserved for cyclists.
Rome – The Eternal City
Flight time: 2 hours 15 minutes. Direct flights: Ryanair, easyJet, ITA Airways. Best time to travel: March to May, October to November.
With an early flight, you can experience three full days of dolce vita over an extended weekend.
Perfect for: history fans, pasta lovers, romantics. Must-do: Colosseum (skip-the-line), Trevi Fountain in the early morning, Trastevere.
Copenhagen – The Hygge Capital
Flight time: 1 hour 10 minutes. Direct flights: SAS 4x daily, easyJet 2x daily. Best time to travel: May to September.
Copenhagen captivates with design, cosiness and culinary variety. The short flight gets you to your destination quickly.
Perfect for: design fans, foodies, families. Must-do: Nyhavn, Tivoli, Reffen Street Food Market. Note: prices are higher than in Berlin.
Vienna – The Sachertorte Temptation
Flight time: 1 hour 25 minutes. Direct flights: Austrian Airlines 3x daily, easyJet daily. Best time to travel: April to May, September to October, December (Christmas markets).
Vienna combines culture, coffee-house tradition and impressive architecture.
Perfect for: culture fans, coffee lovers. Must-do: Schönbrunn Palace, Naschmarkt, a Heuriger wine tavern.
London – The Expensive Sister
Flight time: 1 hour 55 minutes. Direct flights: British Airways, easyJet, Ryanair – around 14 daily in total. Best time to travel: May to September.
Thanks to the many daily connections, London can also be booked spontaneously.
Perfect for: musical fans, history enthusiasts, shopping lovers. Must-do: Borough Market, Camden, a West End show. Tip: an Oyster Card saves money on journeys.
Porto – The Insider Tip for Connoisseurs
Flight time: 3 hours 20 minutes. Direct flights: Ryanair 3x weekly, TAP Portugal 4x weekly. Best time to travel: March to May, September to November.
Porto is Lisbon's smaller sister – authentic, charming and famous for its port wine. With an early flight, you get three full days out of it.
Perfect for: wine lovers, culture travellers, budget travellers. Must-do: port wine tasting, Livraria Lello, try a Francesinha. Insider: the beaches are only about 20 minutes away.
Kraków – The Underrated Gem
Flight time: 1 hour 25 minutes. Direct flights: Ryanair daily, LOT Polish Airlines 2x daily. Best time to travel: May to September, December (Christmas market).
Kraków is a living open-air museum with good food and a charming market square – ideal for a weekend with hand luggage.
Perfect for: history enthusiasts, connoisseurs, bargain hunters. Must-do: Wawel Castle, the Jewish quarter of Kazimierz, the Wieliczka Salt Mine.
Stockholm – The Scandinavian Beauty
Flight time: 1 hour 45 minutes. Direct flights: SAS 3x daily, Norwegian 2x daily. Best time to travel: May to September.
Stockholm stretches across several islands and, with its museums, is also a good choice in bad weather.
Perfect for: design fans, families, culture travellers. Must-do: Gamla Stan, Vasa Museum, Fotografiska. Note: prices are comparatively high.
Lisbon – The Trendy Capital
Flight time: 3 hours 30 minutes. Direct flights: TAP Portugal daily, easyJet 4x weekly. Best time to travel: March to May, September to November.
Lisbon is hilly, sunny and full of life. With an early flight on Friday and a late return on Monday, you can enjoy four days.
Perfect for: surfers, music fans, connoisseurs. Must-do: Tram 28, Belém, LX Factory, Time Out Market. Secret tip: Sintra as a day trip.
The Checklist for Every Long Weekend
The success of your short trip begins at home. These points will help you with your planning:
The 48-Hours-Before Rule
Complete online check-in, book your airport transfer to BER for the outbound and return journey, pack your hand luggage and buy city cards and tickets online.
The Friday Plan
For more weekend, take the late afternoon flight on Friday. With a transfer, you travel comfortably from the office or from home to the airport.
The Monday Morning Trick
A return flight on Monday morning means you can spend all of Sunday at your holiday destination. A transfer will also pick you up early in the morning.
Keeping an Eye on the Budget
A weekend trip does not have to be expensive. With these tips, more budget remains for while you are away:
Flights: booking during the week can be cheaper. Transfer: share a group transfer to BER with friends. Accommodation: choose an outlying location with good public transport links. Sightseeing: make use of free walking tours and discounted museum days.
Follow the "Ride App – Pick-up Area" signage to exit the terminal building. Once you have left the building, you will see Point A5 on your right and Point A6 (bus stop) on your left.
Now cross the pedestrian path and go to Meeting Point number 3, which is located in the middle between the two points. That is the fixed pick-up location.
You will find the vehicle's licence plate in your booking confirmation by email. Detailed information about the meeting point at BER Airport is provided at the time of booking and in your confirmation email.
Thanks to Berlin Brandenburg Airport and its many direct connections, numerous European destinations are just a short flight away. Book your airport transfer in advance, travel with hand luggage and leave everyday life behind.
Tip: You can often find affordable weekend connections a few weeks in advance. Mark the bridge days in your calendar and book your airport transfer to BER online in good time.
From Neukölln, Kreuzberg and Mariendorf, too, you will find reliable airport transfers to BER. More information about Berlin Brandenburg Airport.
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