Berlin Brandenburg Airport Willy Brandt (BER)

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Airport Name: Berlin Brandenburg Airport Willy Brandt (BER)
Location: Schönefeld, Brandenburg, Germany
Map: Google Maps Link
Contact Information:
- Phone: +49 30 6091 60910
- Email: [email protected]
- Website: www.berlin-airport.de

Founding Year: 2020 (opened for operations)
Development Timeline:
- 2006: Construction begins
- 2012: Planned opening postponed due to technical issues
- 2020: Airport officially opens for operations
Significant Events:
- 2020: Opening during the COVID-19 pandemic
- 2020: Berlin Tegel Airport closes, transferring operations to BER

Passenger Services:
- Lounges: Lufthansa Lounge, Airport Lounge, EasyJet Lounge
- Wi-Fi: Free unlimited Wi-Fi available throughout the airport
- Baggage Services: Lost & Found, baggage wrapping, and storage
Shopping and Dining:
- Shops: Duty-free, luxury brands like Hugo Boss, Montblanc, and local German products
- Restaurants: Starbucks, Burger King, Marche, and more
Transportation:
- Public Transport: S-Bahn (lines S9 and S45), regional trains, buses, taxis
- Car Rentals: Avis, Hertz, Europcar, Sixt
- Parking: Short-term and long-term parking options, valet parking
- Shuttles: Hotel shuttles and city shuttles available
Accessibility: Services for passengers with reduced mobility, accessible restrooms, dedicated assistance teams

Terminal Information:
- Terminal 1: Main terminal for both domestic and international flights
- Terminal 2: Additional terminal for low-cost airlines (temporarily closed as of 2021)
- Terminal 5: Formerly Schönefeld Airport, now part of BER
Airport Layout Map: Interactive Map

Airlines: Lufthansa, EasyJet, Ryanair, Eurowings, Qatar Airways, and many more
Destinations: Over 150 destinations worldwide including New York, London, Dubai, and Beijing
Flight Status: Real-time Flight Status

Check-In Procedures: Check-in counters open 3 hours before departure; online check-in available
Security: Comprehensive security procedures; separate lines for families and business travelers
Customs and Immigration: Passport control for non-Schengen flights, customs checks for arriving international passengers

On-Site Hotels:
- Steigenberger Airport Hotel Berlin
- IntercityHotel Berlin Brandenburg Airport
Nearby Hotels:
- Holiday Inn Berlin Airport – Conference Centre
- Moxy Berlin Airport
- B&B Hotel Berlin-Airport

Lounge Access:
- Lufthansa Lounge: Access for Lufthansa Business Class passengers, Star Alliance Gold members
- Airport Lounge: Access with Priority Pass membership, or for a fee
- EasyJet Lounge: Access for EasyJet Plus cardholders and certain ticket classes
Lounge Amenities: Complimentary food and beverages, Wi-Fi, showers, workstations, relaxation areas

Business Centers: Available in various lounges with workstations and meeting rooms
Meeting Rooms: Available at the Steigenberger Airport Hotel Berlin and IntercityHotel Berlin Brandenburg Airport

Passenger Traffic: Approximately 9.5 million passengers annually (as of 2021, during the COVID-19 pandemic)
Flight Operations: Over 100,000 flight movements annually
Cargo: Handles over 50,000 tons of cargo annually

Upcoming Projects: Expansion plans including new terminal developments and increased capacity
Renovation Plans: Ongoing upgrades to terminal interiors, security, and passenger facilities

Reviews and Ratings: Generally positive reviews highlighting modern facilities and extensive amenities
Travel Blogs and Stories:
- Travel Blog Example 1
- Travel Blog Example 2

Images:
- Exterior view of the terminal complex
- Interior shots of check-in areas, lounges, and dining options
- Aircraft on the tarmac