Travelling from Toronto to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER): What you need to know
You can choose from multiple airports when planning your flight from Toronto to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER). Check out your options for departing Pearson International Airport (YYZ), Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) and Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF).
Expect to be travelling for 7 hours 50 minutes. That's the average time for a direct Toronto to Berlin Brandenburg Airport flight.
The timezone in Berlin is UTC+1, which is five hours ahead of Toronto. Berlin Brandenburg Airport is located in Berlin.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your flight from Toronto to BER.
In peak travel periods, allow for extended wait times and arrive earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international trips.
Airports in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
You can find a direct flight from Toronto to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) departing from Pearson International Airport (YYZ).
When leaving from YYZ, you can take a direct flight from Toronto to Berlin Brandenburg Airport with Air Transat.
Air Transat is the airline with the highest number of bookings for flights from YYZ to BER.
Located around 27 kilometres from central Toronto, YYZ can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 50 minutes.
Searching for a comfortable hotel close to Pearson International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Toronto to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Pearson International Airport, data shows 63.97% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
YTZ is about 3 kilometres from central Toronto. It takes 35 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 40 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Toronto to BER flight? Check in to a hotel near Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport before your adventure officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 62.09%.
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF)
From central Toronto, YKF is around 105 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to get there by car and 4 hours 5 minutes or so if you're on public transport.
Sleep a little longer and still make your Toronto to Berlin Brandenburg Airport flight with plenty of time to spare. These accommodation options near Region of Waterloo International Airport make it a breeze to get to the terminal if you're flying out early:
The on-time performance record of YKF is 63.64%. To put it simply, that's how often flights that depart this airport arrive within the expected time frame.
About Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
If you have a late flight from Toronto to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near BER:
Pick up a Berlin Brandenburg Airport rental car and explore Berlin and beyond with your own wheels. Alamo, Enterprise and Keddy By Europcar are popular providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle around three weeks before your Toronto to Berlin Brandenburg Airport flight.
Getting from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to central Berlin
Berlin Brandenburg Airport is around 19 kilometres from central Berlin. How long it takes to get there by cab or car hire depends on the time of day. Do some research before you go.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Toronto to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Toronto to Berlin Brandenburg Airport is R 4,066. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 8,443. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To score cheap flights from Toronto to BER, book your plane ticket one month ahead of your departure date.
Organise your trip for June. That's the best month for scoring cheap Toronto to Berlin Brandenburg Airport tickets. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
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The best time to fly from Toronto to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
February is the quietest month for flights from Toronto to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER), while June is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Berlin based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Before locking in your Toronto to BER plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Berlin, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Toronto to Berlin Brandenburg Airport in January when temperatures are between -7ºC (19ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF).
More about Berlin
Once you've booked your flight from Toronto to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Berlin:
Your Berlin visit wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Leading attractions that belong on your itinerary include Brandenburg Gate, Brandenburger Tor and Berlin Wall.
Explore more of Germany
Berlin is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Germany you'll want to see. Around 274 kilometres north-west of Berlin, a trip to Hamburg will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.
Hannover is another standout destination in Germany and is around 257 kilometres west of Berlin. No journey is complete without a visit to Holocaust Mahnmal, The Old Town and Erlebnis Zoo Hannover.
