Travelling from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Philadelphia: what you need to know
Philadelphia is five hours behind Berlin, where Berlin Brandenburg Airport is located. Philadelphia follows the UTC-4 timezone.
Leave enough time to make your BER to Philadelphia flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Longer lines at security and check-in are likely if you're heading away during high season, so give yourself a little extra breathing room. A good general rule for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even explore another city. When browsing for plane tickets from BER to Philadelphia, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Located around 19 kilometres from the centre of Berlin, BER can be reached in about 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Travelling on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Looking for a hotel close to BER? If you're catching an early flight from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Philadelphia, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
When it comes to Berlin Brandenburg Airport's on-time performance, data shows 74.2% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Philadelphia
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Philadelphia flight is 256 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 415 €. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from BER to Philadelphia if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Philadelphia across every month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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Airports in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
The distance from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to central Philadelphia is roughly 19 kilometres. It takes about 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 45 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Philadelphia. Book one of these accommodation options near PHL instead:
Pick up a Philadelphia International Airport rental car and discover Philadelphia and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Budget are top outlets you can book with here.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Philadelphia International Airport around three weeks in advance of your flight from BER to Philadelphia.
You'll find PHL at 8500 Essington Ave.
Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)
Central Philadelphia is about 56 kilometres from Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN). Once your flight from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Philadelphia has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 40 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take about 1 hour 45 minutes on public transport.
Following your BER to Philadelphia flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel near TTN. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
The quickest way to reach your destination is with a Trenton-Mercer Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Budget, National or Enterprise and make a speedy getaway.
Don't pay more than you need to. Booking your ride four weeks before your arrival at TTN can land you a better rate.
You'll find Trenton-Mercer Airport at Scotch Road, Terminal Building.
Best time to go to Philadelphia
Travel to Philadelphia during high season if you prefer a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book flights from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Philadelphia during low season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
The warmest month in Philadelphia is July, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Philadelphia plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has average temperatures of between -7ºC (19ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from BER to Philadelphia around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Philadelphia
Start your Philadelphia trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Philadelphia, check out our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art are popular attractions which should be on any good Philadelphia itinerary.
Explore more of United States
You've visited Philadelphia, now it's time to explore other corners of United States. Travel about 129 kilometres north-east to New York to tick off its top attractions. From Statue of Liberty to Central Park and Empire State Building, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 434 kilometres north-east of Philadelphia, Boston is another essential stop in United States. No visit is complete without checking out Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum.