Manchester to Berlin flights

How long is the flight from Manchester to Berlin?

The flight duration from Manchester to Berlin is only two hours.

Is there a time change from Manchester to Berlin?

Berlin is one hour ahead of Manchester.

What are the most important things to pack in my suitcase when travelling to Berlin?

The weather is approximately equivalent throughout the year in both cities, so you'll simply want to pack according to the season back home. Good walking shoes are always an excellent idea for trips to Berlin; public transport is excellent but there's plenty to see on foot, whether walking for miles or just leisurely strolls by the River Spree. For city breaks that take in Berlin's legendary nightlife, pack an extra pair of shoes for dancing too! Berlin sees less rainfall than Manchester on average, but an umbrella and warm hat can be worth bringing in winter. Summer is usually pleasantly warm.

The following are the most popular airlines taking you from Manchester to the German capital:

• British Airways, the national carrier offering a premium service.
• Lufthansa, Germany's flagship airline.
• KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, a superb option with frequent departures from Manchester.
• Air France, another excellent national airline.
• easyJet, offering great deals on tickets.
• Ryanair, another top choice for budget airfares.

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• May is the start of the warm weather and is still one of the cheapest times to go.
• August is wonderful for picnics in Berlin's pretty parks and enjoying the long summer days.
• September sees the end of peak season yet still benefits from pleasant temperatures.
• Visit in December for Berlin's legendary Christmas markets, including the one at Postdamer Platz.

Manchester's international airport is very easily reached from the centre of town.

Useful information about Manchester Airport

One of the UK's largest airports and with a quick flight path to Berlin.

How to get to the airport:

• By train – departures from Manchester Piccadilly station every 10 minutes, seven days a week. The journey time is approximately 20 minutes.
• By taxi – usually around 20 to 30 minutes from central Manchester, depending on the time of day. Do allow plenty of time between 7am and 9am, and 4pm and 7pm in particular when there's more traffic.
• By bus – many routes run to the airport from the centre of the city, including the 18 from the Trafford Centre.

Services: open 24 hours a day, with an hour of free Wi-Fi access, plus baby changing facilities, and outdoor smoking zones at all three terminals. Also make use of the many food and beverage outlets.

Berlin's main airport, Tegel, is where you'll fly to from Manchester.

Useful information about Tegel Airport

Close to the centre of the city and also offering many transport links.

How to get to the airport:

• By bus – there are several routes into Berlin, which include X9, 109, 128, and TXL. Head to the bus terminal and check destinations. Most routes stop at Alexanderplatz right at the heart of town.
• By taxi – this usually takes around 25 minutes.

Services: open from 4am to 12am (midnight), and unlimited free Wi-Fi. You can smoke outside the terminal at the designated zone, and there are baby changing facilities. Many shops and restaurants are on offer for picking up last-minute gifts or stopping for a bite to eat.

• Visit the 18th century, neoclassical-style Brandenburg Gate, one of the symbols of the city.
• See the heart of Germany's political power at the iconic Reichstag building.
• Soak up virtually endless culture at the impressive venues on Museum Island.
• Witness one of the most famous former boundary markers of divided Berlin at Checkpoint Charlie.
• Get panoramic views from the Fernsehturm (TV tower) which is 368 metres tall.