Car Rental at Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)

Car rental at Berlin Brandenburg Airport is often competitively priced compared to other European countries. However, prices rise during trade fairs and peak season – book early for the best selection. Rent a car directly at Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) and start your journey without detours.

With a total of 16 car rental companies on-site, BER offers one of the largest selections of rental cars in all of northern Europe. The airport opened in 2020 and is located in Schönefeld, approximately 18 km southeast of Berlin's city center. BER is strategically positioned at the intersection of motorways A10 and A113, providing quick access to Berlin city center (approximately 25 minutes), Potsdam (approximately 35 minutes, 30 km west) and Dresden (approximately 2 hours, 190 km south).

The airport has Terminal 1 and Terminal 5 (formerly Schönefeld) with car rental stations in the arrivals hall. Book your rental car in advance online – selection is largest but prices rise quickly during peak season and major conferences in Berlin. Drive directly toward Potsdam via A10 to see Sanssouci Palace without having to go into Berlin city center.

Check whether your booked car includes a motorway vignette – motorways in Germany are toll-free but neighboring countries require vignettes. Where are the car rental stations at BER? The car rental stations are located in the arrivals hall in Terminal 1, level 0, with signs directly from baggage claim.

How long does it take to drive from BER to Berlin city center? It takes approximately 25–35 minutes via A113 and A100 to Alexanderplatz, depending on traffic. Can I rent a car at BER and return it in Hamburg?

Yes, one-way rental to Hamburg (approximately 290 km, 2.5 hours) is possible with most of the 16 car rental companies, but a surcharge applies.

We compare prices from all major providers at Berlin Brandenburg Airport so you can see the total cost upfront — including insurance, fuel terms and any extras. Most bookings include free cancellation up to 48 hours before pickup, giving you flexibility if your plans change.