Travelling from Damascus Airport (DAM) to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER): what you need to know
Berlin's timezone is UTC+1, making Berlin two hours behind Damascus.
To ensure you catch your DAM to BER flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Handy information about Damascus Airport (DAM)
70% of flights departing from Damascus Airport reach their destination on time.
Central Damascus to Damascus Airport is around 31 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 40 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour.
Arriving at Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
If you're getting in on a late Damascus Airport to Berlin Brandenburg Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near BER:
Hit the road running by picking up a Berlin Brandenburg Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Alamo, Enterprise or Keddy By Europcar to explore Berlin and beyond.
Booking your ride from Berlin Brandenburg Airport about three weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to central Berlin
From Berlin Brandenburg Airport, Berlin is approximately 27 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to drive to the centre.
It takes around 35 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
The quietest month for a flight from Damascus Airport to Berlin Brandenburg Airport is March, while September is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Berlin based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Berlin is August, with the temperature ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Book your flights from Damascus Airport to Berlin Brandenburg Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from DAM to BER in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -7ºC (19ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF) on average.
Explore more of Germany
You've done Berlin, now it's time to discover more of Germany. Journey around 257 kilometres north-west to Hamburg to check off its leading attractions. From Miniatur Wunderland to Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Essen is another well-known destination in Germany and is around 451 kilometres west of Berlin. No trip is complete without visiting PACT Zollverein, Philharmonie Essen and Red Dot Design Museum.