Travelling from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to New York: what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to New York is 8 hours 6 minutes.
Berlin Brandenburg Airport is located in Berlin. Operating on the UTC-4 timezone, New York is 5 hours behind Berlin.
The busiest route is from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). You can select from 10 services every week between these two airports. If you want to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from BER to EWR is the 09:50 United option. If you'd rather fly out later on, the last departure is at 09:55 with United.
Leave enough time to get on your flight from BER to New York. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as June, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Nonstop flights from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to New York are available for booking. Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) is where you'll complete your journey.
You'll have your pick of carriers that offer direct flights from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to New York. Book your seat with one of these:
We make it a cinch to find a flight from BER to New York that includes a stopover. To see the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
If you hold a passport from Germany, you'll need an ETA to visit United States. This applies if you're booking a cheap ticket from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to New York for tourism purposes. Requirements may change if you're travelling for work or other reasons. Always check official visa guidelines before you book and certainly before you fly.
Located around 27 kilometres from the centre of Berlin, BER can be reached in approximately 36 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey on public transport takes roughly 36 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel close to BER? If you're catching an early flight from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to New York, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
How to find the cheapest flights from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to New York
164 € is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to New York. A return flight starts from 239 €. These fares may change depending on demand.
Book 9 months before you want to travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from BER to New York.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to New York. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.
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Airports in New York
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to the centre of New York takes about 28 minutes by car. It's approximately 24 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour and 11 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 New York. Book one of these accommodation options near EWR instead:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is about 48 kilometres from central New York. Once you've hopped off your flight from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to New York, it'll take you around 48 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 1 hour and 20 minutes.
After your flight from BER to New York, settle in at a hotel close to JFK. These are some great options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to New York
August is the most popular month to catch a flight from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to New York while February is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to New York, consider whether you like a lively atmosphere or a quieter vibe.
The warmest month in New York is July, with the temperature ranging between 18ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your flights from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to New York in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from BER to New York in January when temperatures average between -6ºC and 8ºC.
More about New York
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in New York right here. Check out these hotels once you've booked your flight from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to New York:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building are popular attractions which should feature on every New York itinerary.
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