Heading to Germany’s capital this year? For all your Berlin Airport transfers, choose hoppa. We work with a group of local transport providers who can take you from the airport to your accommodation in the heart of Berlin in no time.
Whatever the purpose of your trip to Berlin is, whether business or pleasure we have you covered. We work with a large range of transport providers in and around the city of Berlin and Schonefeld Airport so that we are sure to have the best range of options and prices available at any time.
Planning your return journey? Pre-book your transfers to the airport with us today, so you can explore all a city break in Berlin has to offer.
to our most popular destination of Berlin City Centre
| Destination | Distance (approx.) | Duration (approx.) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Berlin City Centre | 23 km | 36 min | |
| Potsdam | 37 km | 41 min | |
| Berlin Tegel (Otto Lilienthal) Airport (TXL) | km | min | |
| Kurfuerstendamm | km | min | |
| Rostock | 257 km | 170 min |
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Not far from the Brandenburg Gate is located the Memorial for Europe’s Murdered Jews, a site of stelae (concrete slabs) arranged in a grid pattern on a sloping field accessible from all sides. It serv...
Many Berliners believe that the Gendarmenmarkt is the most beautiful place in Germany and indeed in all of Europe. Well, however that might be, it really is a must-see for all visitors to Berlin. This...
The protestant Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church is a memorial to peace and reconciliation. And it also stands for the will of the Berliners to rebuild their city during the period after the war. This is...
The Berlin Wall Memorial is a reminder for the division of Germany and imparts an oppressive impression of the Wall and the times of the division. Located directly at the former border strip in the Be...
After Museum Island, the Kulturforum is the second centre of art in Berlin: this is the home not only of the Neue Nationalgalerie (New National Gallery), the Gemäldegalerie (Picture Gallery), the Kuns...
The five historical museum buildings on Museum Island have been part of UNESCO world heritage since 1999 and represent a collection that's unique in the world. The magnificent museum buildings on the ...
Checkpoint Charlie, the most famous of the inner-German border crossing points and a name known the world over, was where Allied border guards registered members of the American, English and French Ar...
The Nikolaiviertel is the place to experience the old Berlin, being the oldest residential area in the city. Containing the Nikolai Church from the 13th century, the typically medieval streets and num...
In view of the colourfully spotlighted pavilion roof of the Sony Center and the many high-rise buildings around it, it’s difficult to imagine that Potsdamer Platz for a long time laid in the death str...
Tavern brewery and restaurant with beer garden. Food from the menu or a buffet for groups. Book a guided tour with the master brewer – this includes tasting!. Occasional Live music.
A cosy restaurant and public house not far from the Scheunenviertel, the Hackesche Höfe, and Oranienburger Straße. offerings fresh, varied and regional German cuisine and an extensive beer and wine se...
The Unique Bar – unrivalled! Live music, more than 200 cocktails, and an unforgettable atmosphere await you from Monday to Saturday.
Enjoy Berlin specialities and classics in an old-school Berlin ambience until 6 in the morning! Choose from 18 kinds of draught beer from all over Germany. Sunday brunch 10 am–2 pm.
Enjoy Austrian classics and modern international cuisine in a timelessly elegant ambience or on the beautiful terrace on the river Spree.
Michelin-starred chef Thomas Kammeier celebrates the best international cuisine inspired by regional ingredients and authentic tastes. To top it off, the experience includes a panoramic view over Berl...
This lounge in the lobby of Hilton Berlin provides the perfect setting any time of day. Enjoy hot snacks and cool drinks in the heart of Berlin, right on Gendarmenmarkt.
The ROCA at the Waldorf Astoria Berlin offers delicacies from the hotel’s own pâtisserie and light regional cuisine. The ambience recalls the glorious Berlin café culture of yore.
What counts here is just the taste. Experience fine culinary delights, a murder mystery dinner, or other shows in total darkness. Some events include a menu that’s a complete surprise.
Asin’s cuisine owes its inspiration to Singapore, that great melting pot in south-east Asia. India, China, Indonesia, Malaysia, and Thailand each contribute the finest ingredients and spices.
An appealing ambience sets the stage for US prime rib served directly at a live carving station, making it a feast for your eyes, too.
In a simple, but stylish industrial atmosphere of a studio in the Bötzow brewery, this is Berlin Michelin-starred chef Tim Raue’s third Berlin restaurant. Straightforward, uncomplicated but deliciousl...
Creative Mexican cuisine that goes well beyond the usual Tex-Mex. The ingredients come mainly from the region and are transformed with a South American touch into delicious dishes. Especially deliciou...
The Mogg Deli in the buildings of the former Jewish girls’ school brings a piece of New York-style deli tradition to Berlin. Guests can choose from Jewish specialities and homemade meat delicacies her...
Star chef Siegfried Danler serves his interesting and high-quality menus in the dining room and on the courtyard terrace, weather permitting. The dining room is reminiscent of the Golden Twenties in B...
The legendary Henne on Kreuzberg’s Leuschnerdamm is a real Berlin institution. Berliners love it especially for the best chicken in town. The oldest restaurant in the city has existed since 1621 and i...
The creators of the legendary SAGE club have created another highlight directly on the River Spree. Where else can you enjoy a chic dinner relaxing in a beach chair? The beach pavilion of the Sage Res...
The dining options at this small café and restaurants are primarily made from regional and seasonal products.
Tiny little ice cream shop with a varied selection of ice cream flavours with no artificial colourings or flavourings.
Organic rolls, bread, cereals, cakes, cheese, and wine and evening cocktails. When the sun cooperates, also on the tables outside; otherwise on retro sofas with vintage kidney-shaped tables and other ...
Probably the best ice cream and the nicest ice purveyor in the city can be found in this little shop in Prenzlauer Berg.
This café has been a central meeting point for Berlin’s gay and lesbian community since the 1970s.
Café in historic-literary ambience of this late 19th-century villa.
Australian pub and bar in the heart of Berlin. Happy Hour daily 5-9pm, plus changing weekly specials. Over 200 cocktails to choose from! Smokers welcome.
The biggest karaoke and entertainment bar in Europe: You can celebrate, sing and dance here. 150,000 songs in 18 languages await you. The Caribbean-Asian flair, the mega techno, giant stage, menu, air...
The Matrix is the Berlin party institution for all party lovers. There are parties here 365 nights of the year. People, fashion, music - the Matrix mixes your night up on up to 7 floors.
Old-school Berlin pub with jukebox with a storied history.
Numerous shops line Friedrichstraße. There’s no need to travel to Paris to shop Les Galeries Lafayette, there’s a branch right here in Berlin, offering the best of France in its fine foods and fashion...
Kurfürstendamm, also called “Ku’damm” and Tauentzienstraße are Berlin’s most famous shopping streets for tourists in the western part of the city. The western end of Kurfürstendamm tends to be home to...
Not far from the Museum island and the cathedral, countless small shops are a perfect spot to take a break for some shopping. There’s something for everyone here and around the nearby Hackesche Höfe, ...
The looks of true fashionistas will most likely be found in the neighbourhood around Alte Schönhauser Straße and Mulackstraße, home to many designer flagship stores and one-of-a-kind boutiques. Just t...
Striking looks and vintage finds are on offer here in Kreuzberg. Vintage stores and young, fashionable boutiques plus a good share of junk and design shops. Bergmannstraße is anything other than your ...
This square has been a centre for shopping since the 19th century. The Galeria Kaufhof is one centrally located department store, as is Alexa, which contains a variety of shops, labels, and restaurant...
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Travel essentials
Nearby airportscurrency
Euro, €1 = 100 cents
emergencyNumbers
Emergency / Police: 110 Fire brigade / Rescue Coordination Centre: 112 On-call medical service: +49 30 31 00 31
openingHours
Berlin has extremely liberal opening times. Theoretically, shops may stay open from Monday to Saturday round the clock. In practice though, most stores in the larger shopping centres are open Monday to Saturday from 10 / 11 am to 8 / 9 pm.
population
3.5 million
touristInformation
about Berlin is available by calling +49 30 25 00 25, online at www.visitBerlin.de, and in town at the Berlin Tourist Information Centres.
Once you have selected your transfer transport, you will reach the ‘Extras’ page, which features the ‘Anything we can help with?’ box.
This is your chance to tell us if you need to book an adapted vehicle for your motorised wheelchair or whether you plan on bringing any extra luggage along. Tell us as much as you can about what you need for your Berlin transfer so we can match this to your vehicle.
You can use shuttle buses to transfer to and from Berlin Airport. It is a low-cost option as you will be sharing the journey with other passengers. There are designated drop-off points on the route. Although there is a potential wait at Berlin's Airport for up to 45 minutes before departure to allow fellow bus passengers from other flights to arrive.
Private vehicles to and from Berlin Airport will allow you to travel with just the people in your group as well as the driver taking you directly to your accommodation and a scheduled pick-up time for meeting your driver, which is listed on your e-ticket.
When you’ve completed your booking, we’ll send you an e-ticket. This includes all the key information about your transfers, from pick-up times to contact numbers, so we recommend you read through it before you arrive in Germany. You’ll need to print it off, too, because your driver will ask to see it as proof of your booking.
One suitcase and one piece of hand luggage per person is allowed on both our shuttle buses and private vehicles.
If you think you will be bringing more luggage with you, make sure you check that the vehicle you book can accommodate this. Also, remember to let us know in the ‘Anything we can help with?’ box so we can match your transport to your needs.
When you reach arrivals at Berlin Schönefeld International Airport, check the ‘Find my pick-up’ section of your e-ticket so that you know where you need to go to meet your driver.
Common directions for those arriving in Berlin instruct passengers to head to the arrivals hall, where a travel representative will be holding a sign displaying either the transport provider’s name, hoppa, or the name of the person who booked the transfers.
The joining instructions differ between transport providers and the type of transport you have selected for your Berlin transfer, so it’s important that you follow the directions you have been sent. If there is no pick-up information on your ticket, call the number in the ‘Find my pick-up’ section for information.
Sometimes our drivers can be delayed because of traffic. If you can’t see your driver at the pick-up point, call the number on your e-ticket for an update.
From delayed flights to luggage not turning up on time, we know that things don’t always go to plan, so we make sure your driver waits for you for up to 45 minutes after your original pick-up time.
If you’re running late – even if it falls within the 45-minute waiting time – let us know by calling the number on your e-ticket. This just gives us the chance to make alternative transfer arrangements for you if we need to.
We might have to send a different driver if you’re delayed for over 45 minutes and if your delay runs over three hours, you’ll need to rearrange your transfers with us. From there, you can claim through your travel insurance.
Berlin combines cool cultural highlights and culinary innovations with thought-provoking sites and poignant reminders of the past. It offers a city break like no other, which is why millions of visitors make their way to the German capital each year.
In fact, Berlin Schönefeld International Airport saw 12.7 million passengers land and take off in 2018, making it a busy hub for visitors. With its location just 13 miles from the heart of Berlin, it’s no surprise that this is such a popular airport for those seeking a smooth journey to the city centre.
The airport itself offers everything from shops selling the essentials such as sweets, drinks and souvenirs, as well as a range of eateries where you can grab a quick bite before your flight.
There’s also a selection of services available, such as baggage wrapping to protect your luggage and VIP areas where you can relax before take-off.
It’s just a 40-minute journey from the airport to the centre of Berlin. This means that your Berlin transfers with hoppa can get you from your flight into Germany to your accommodation not long after you land.
Like your journey in, your trip back to the airport depends on the type of transfer you choose.
If you opt for private Berlin Airport transfers, our driver will arrive at your accommodation at the time displayed on your e-ticket. Aim to be ready 15 minutes before your pick-up time and have your e-ticket with you to show the driver.
It’s worth choosing to receive SMS messages from us. This is because we’ll send you a text before you’re due to be collected, reminding you of your pick-up time.
Travelling by shuttle bus? We’ll text you your pick-up time 24 hours before your flight back if you’ve opted to receive texts from us, and you can also check online the day before. We advise you get to your pick-up point 10 minutes before your bus arrives and have your e-ticket ready.
Whichever type of transfer you’ve chosen, if your bus is late or you can’t see your driver, call the emergency number on your e-ticket and we’ll update you.
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