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Best Airport Transfer Service for Berlin 2026 — Compared
Last updated: 9 August 2026
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.
Short answer: for Berlin, quoted prices run GetTransfer at €25–40; intui.travel at €28–42; Kiwitaxi at €32–48; Welcome Pickups at €40–58. Book GetTransfer if price is the only thing that matters, Kiwitaxi for a fixed price confirmed instantly, and Welcome Pickups if you want a driver meeting you inside the terminal with child seats included. Prices current as of 30 July 2026; the comparison below covers what each fare includes.
Service comparison for Berlin
| Service | Price range | Meet & greet | Vehicles | Best for | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Welcome Pickups | €61–95 | ✓ 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 → |
Berlin transfer booking terms compared
Price narrows the shortlist; these three lines decide the booking, and they matter most when the flight is the part that goes wrong.
| Service | Free cancellation | Free airport waiting | Child seats | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Welcome Pickups | 24+ h ahead: 80% back, or a 100% coupon; nothing inside 24 h | 60 min | Included, no charge | Check price → |
| Kiwitaxi | 5 h on Economy classes, 24 h on Business and minibuses | 90 min | On request, small fee | Check price → |
| GetTransfer | Flexible fare only — then in full up to departure; Standard never refunds | Up to 60 min | Depends on the driver | Check price → |
| intui.travel | 48+ h on the Standard fare; the carrier sets the exact deadline | Set by the carrier | On request, fee varies | Check price → |
Terms as published by each platform in their own terms of use and help centres, checked 7 August 2026; they vary by route, vehicle class and local operator, so check what is shown at checkout. Detail in our cancellation policies guide.
Pricing breakdown by route
| Route | Welcome Pickups | Kiwitaxi | GetTransfer | intui.travel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BER → Central Berlin | €61–95 | €32–48 | €25–40 | €28–42 |
| BER → Alexanderplatz | €42–60 | €35–50 | €28–42 | €30–45 |
| BER → Potsdam | €55–75 | €45–62 | €38–55 | €61–95 |
All rates to central Berlin (Mitte/Kreuzberg). Potsdam, Spandau, Köpenick quoted +€10–18. Rates as of March 2026.
Taxi and Uber in Berlin
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 for Berlin
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 €5.00.40. 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 Berlin transfer 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: best airport transfer in Berlin
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 €5.00.40. 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 Berlin airport transfers
GetTransfer bids typically come in at €25–40 for a sedan. For 1–2 people without much luggage, the FEX train (€5.00) 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.