Quick answer: A licensed taxi from Berlin Brandenburg (BER) runs on the city meter — €4.30 base, then €2.80/km for the first 3 km, €2.60/km up to 7 km and €2.10/km beyond, plus a €1.50 airport surcharge per trip. There is no night surcharge, so day and night cost the same. Expect about €66 and 45 minutes to central Berlin (≈27 km). The official rank is in front of Terminal 1 on level E0 — Terminal 2 uses the same stand. Pay by cash or card (drivers must accept at least three major cards). Use only the official rank and check the meter is reset and running before you set off.
Is a taxi from BER Airport worth it?
Choosing a taxi from Brandenburg Airport is the fastest and most comfortable way to reach Berlin city center. Available 24/7, licensed airport taxis provide door-to-door transfers without the hassle of figuring out public transport. Prices are fair, the service is reliable, and you can sit back and enjoy the ride after your flight.
Due to an agreement between the state of Berlin and Dahme-Spreewald county, both Berlin taxis (plates start with “B”) and Dahme-Spreewald taxis (plates with “LDS”) operate at BER Airport. Both must hold an airport license; otherwise, they can only drop passengers off but not pick them up.
How much does a BER airport taxi cost?
- Base fare: 4.30€ (4.30$)
- First 3 km: 2.80€/km (2.80$/km)
- 3–7 km: 2.60€/km (2.60$/km)
- From 8 km: 2.10€/km (2.10$/km)
- Waiting time: 39€ (39$) per hour
- Airport surcharge: 1.50€ (1.50$) per trip
The average fare for the 27 km (16.7 miles) journey to Berlin downtown is about 66€ (71$), with a travel time of roughly 45 minutes. Prices are the same day and night. Payments can be made in cash or by card — drivers must accept at least three common credit cards, though it’s wise to carry some euros in cash.
Both Berlin and Dahme-Spreewald taxis use similar tariffs, so whichever you choose, the total cost will be nearly identical.
Sample Fares
| From | To | Price | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brandenburg Airport | Berlin City Center | 66€ (71$) | 45 min |
| Brandenburg Airport | Mitte | 66€ (71$) | 48 min |
| Brandenburg Airport | Alexanderplatz | 66€ (71$) | 50 min |
| Brandenburg Airport | Berlin Wall | 66€ (71$) | 49 min |
Where is the taxi rank at BER?
The official taxi stand is in front of Terminal 1, on level E0. Passengers arriving at Terminal 2 also use this stand, as T2 doesn’t have a separate taxi rank.
Taxi to Your Hotel
The easiest way to reach your accommodation is by airport taxi. Vehicles are always available, regardless of arrival time. You’ll be dropped directly at your hotel’s door without dragging luggage across the city. If your hotel doesn’t offer shuttle service, taking a taxi is the most stress-free option.
Useful Taxi Tips
- Only use official taxi stands to avoid scams.
- Accessible taxis for passengers with disabilities are available; pre-booking is recommended.
- Child seats and larger vehicles can be arranged — ask at the rank.
- Drivers cannot refuse a ride within Berlin.
- No smoking is allowed inside taxis.
- Always check the taximeter is reset and running before departure.
- Ask for a printed receipt at the end of the ride.
Not sure a taxi is the cheapest choice for your trip? Use our BER transfer cost calculator to compare a metered taxi against the FEX Airport Express, S-Bahn and ride-hail, or read our guide to getting from Berlin Airport to the city center.
Related: Looking for taxis around the city, not just the airport? See our Berlin city taxi guide.
