The Paris-Berlin route is one of Europe's most popular short-haul flights, with nearly 2 million passengers a year. Competition between low-cost and legacy carriers pushes fares down to €59 return in low season. Here is how to find the best ticket depending on your departure airport and dates.
easyJet usually offers the cheapest flights, especially from CDG and Orly to Berlin Brandenburg (BER). Fares include a standard carry-on; checked bags are extra.
Air France operates from CDG with regular service, checked baggage included depending on fare class, and convenient business schedules.
Lufthansa and Eurowings serve BER from Paris with possible connections via Munich or Frankfurt, less attractive on this short route. Prefer the direct flight.
CDG is the best-served airport for Berlin, with easyJet and Air France flights throughout the day.
Orly also has easyJet flights, handy for those living south of Paris.
Beauvais may appear on some comparison sites, but there is no direct Paris Beauvais-Berlin flight. Be wary of offers involving a bus plus a detoured long-haul flight.
The lowest prices are found in November, January and February outside school holidays. Book 4 to 7 weeks ahead for a city break.
Tuesday and Wednesday morning departures are generally cheaper than Friday or Sunday evening. Avoid German long weekends (1 May, Pentecost, Unity Day in October) when accommodation and flights tighten.
All flights land at the same BER terminal complex, 24 km from the center. The FEX train reaches Berlin Hauptbahnhof in 30 minutes. Taxis to Mitte cost €45-60.
Remember to buy an ABC ticket (about €4.40 one-way) because the airport is in zone C. The AB ticket sold in the city center is not valid from BER.
Around €95 return excluding bags, with promotions at €59 in low season and peaks at €180 in high season.
Yes, easyJet and Air France offer direct flights of about 1h45 between Paris (CDG/Orly) and Berlin Brandenburg (BER).
All commercial flights arrive at Berlin Brandenburg (BER). The former Tegel airport closed.
January, February and November, with a Tuesday or Wednesday departure and booking 4 to 7 weeks in advance.