Traveling from Ottawa to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER): What you need to know
Ottawa's main base, Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW), is where plenty of awesome adventures begin. Explore the departure options from here when searching for a flight from Ottawa to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER).
The timezone in Berlin is UTC+1, which is five hours ahead of Ottawa. Berlin Brandenburg Airport is located in Berlin.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your flight from Ottawa to BER.
Longer lines at check-in and security are likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself some extra wiggle room. The recommendation for peak times? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND)
YND is about 24 kilometers from central Ottawa. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 40 minutes.
If you have an early flight from Ottawa to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, why not stay close by? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy some extra shut-eye) at Meilleure Auberge. Lovely Room 4mins From Gatineau-Ottawa Airport is another convenient accommodation option near Ottawa Gatineau Airport.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
You can get to YOW from central Ottawa in approximately 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey by public transport takes roughly 45 minutes to travel the 13 kilometers or so.
Kick off your vacation early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Ottawa to BER flight, kick back in one of these hotels near Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport:
As far as flight punctuality goes, Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 58.21%.
YOW is located at 50 Airport Road.
About Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Ottawa to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near BER:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Berlin Brandenburg Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Alamo, Enterprise or Keddy By Europcar to explore Berlin and beyond.
For the best deal, book your vehicle around three weeks in advance of your Ottawa to Berlin Brandenburg Airport flight.
Getting from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to central Berlin
Berlin Brandenburg Airport to central Berlin is roughly 19 kilometers. If you're renting a car or taking a cab, plan in advance to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times may vary depending on traffic and the time of day.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
Currently, $323 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Ottawa to Berlin Brandenburg Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $605. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Ottawa to BER, book ahead. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets are first released.
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The best time to fly from Ottawa to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
Think about your travel style when planning your trip dates. February is the quietest month to visit Berlin. June is when most people book flights from Ottawa to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER), which may be perfect if you're chasing more action.
When booking your Ottawa to BER plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. August is the warmest month in Berlin, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Ottawa to Berlin Brandenburg Airport in January when temperatures are between -7ºC (19ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF).
More about Berlin
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Berlin right here. Explore these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Ottawa to Berlin Brandenburg Airport:
Your Berlin trip should come with a bit of sightseeing. Attractions you won't want to miss include Brandenburg Gate, Brandenburger Tor and Berlin Wall.
Explore more of Germany
Berlin has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Germany just waiting to be explored. About 274 kilometers north-west of Berlin, a visit to Hamburg will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.
If you're ready to explore another great destination in Germany, head for Hannover, roughly 257 kilometers west of Berlin. Holocaust Mahnmal, The Old Town and Erlebnis Zoo Hannover are the start of reasons to visit.