City comparison
Best Airport Transfer Service for Berlin 2026 — Compared
Berlin Brandenburg Airport opened in 2020 and serves all Berlin flights. It's 25 km south of the city center with good train connections, but transfers offer convenience for groups and late arrivals.
Service comparison for Berlin
| Service | Price range | Meet & greet | Vehicles | Best for | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Welcome Pickups | €40–58 | ✓ Inside terminal | Sedan, MPV | Families needing car seats and premium service | Check price → |
| Kiwitaxi | €32–48 | ✓ Arrivals hall | Economy, Comfort, Business, Minivan | Groups needing minivan/minibus options | Check price → |
| GetTransfer | €25–40 | Varies by driver | All types via bidding | Budget travelers — bids undercut taxi meters significantly | Check price → |
| intui.travel | €28–42 | ✓ Most drivers | Sedan, Minivan, Bus | Shared transfers to Potsdam or suburban hotels | Check price → |
Pricing breakdown by route
| Route | Welcome Pickups | Kiwitaxi | GetTransfer | intui.travel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BER → Central Berlin | €40–58 | €32–48 | €25–40 | €28–42 |
| BER → Alexanderplatz | €42–60 | €35–50 | €28–42 | €30–45 |
| BER → Potsdam | €55–75 | €45–62 | €38–55 | €40–58 |
All rates to central Berlin (Mitte/Kreuzberg). Potsdam, Spandau, Köpenick quoted +€10–18. Rates as of March 2026.
Taxi and Uber context
Berlin taxis are metered and generally honest — expect €45–55 from BER to central Berlin. The flat rate isn't officially standardized, so the meter applies. This is why pre-booked transfers are popular — fixed prices, no surprises.
Local tip
Berlin Brandenburg (BER) opened in late 2020 and sits 20 km southeast of central Berlin — farther than the old Tegel airport, which changes the transfer calculation entirely. The FEX train runs every 30 minutes to Berlin Hauptbahnhof in 32 minutes for €4.40. A metered taxi is €50–60. Pre-booked transfers at €35–55 land between these options with fixed pricing and meet-and-greet.
How we rated each service
We rated each platform on BER-specific factors: pickup logistics at the new T1 terminal (curbside vs meeting-point), handling of the 35-minute motorway drive under different traffic conditions, and timing reliability against the Ringbahn/FEX alternatives.
Our verdict
Berlin is a rare case where the train genuinely wins for most travelers — the FEX drops you at Hauptbahnhof with U-Bahn/S-Bahn connections for €4.40. Pre-booked transfers justify themselves for: families with small children (Welcome Pickups free seats), late arrivals after the FEX last service, groups splitting €40–50 four ways, and destinations in Prenzlauer Berg, Wedding, or Spandau where the train still needs another 20 minutes.
Full service reviews with Berlin-specific notes: Welcome Pickups, Kiwitaxi, GetTransfer, and intui.travel.
Planning your Berlin arrival? For all transport options — trains, buses, official taxis, and the best neighborhoods to stay in — see our complete Berlin airport guide.
Common questions about transfer services
GetTransfer bids typically come in at €25–40 for a sedan. For 1–2 people without much luggage, the FEX train (€3.80) is hard to beat on price.
For 1–2 travelers with manageable luggage going to central Berlin, yes — it's fast (30 min), cheap (€3.80), and frequent. For groups of 3+, late-night arrivals, or hotels far from Hauptbahnhof, a transfer wins on cost per person and convenience.
Yes — all four services cover the BER to Potsdam route (30 km). Expect €45–65 for a sedan. Kiwitaxi and GetTransfer usually have the best intercity prices.
Metered fares run €45–55 to central Berlin depending on your exact destination and traffic. Pre-booked transfers start at €25 with GetTransfer, making them significantly cheaper.
BER has robust flight tracking integrated with all four platforms. Welcome Pickups and Kiwitaxi include 60 minutes of free waiting, which is plenty at BER — the airport is efficient and baggage claim rarely exceeds 25 minutes.