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Berlin Tegel Otto Lilienthal Airport (TXL)

(Now Closed)
(Flughafen Berlin-Tegel „Otto Lilienthal“)
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Flughafen Tegel, Berlin
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  • Mert G.heart icon on user image
    Mert GumusJanuary 17, 2015
    Definitely, one of the best designed airports at time it was built. There is only about 50 meters between getting out of the taxi, and boarding the airplane. Happy to see it before the shut down
  • Олег Л.
    You can ride from here on buses x9 or 109 to zoogarten and change to s-bahn there to any place in Berlin. Take the ticket for 120 minutes. It fits to buses and u/s-bahn and cost 2.60 euro.
  • Marc U.heart icon on user image
    Marc UKGMay 7, 2016
    Been here 50+ times
    It's all good if you depart from Terminal A. Short distances and fast boarding. Terminal C and D are a bit chaotic and improvised. A bit of a joke really for a city like Berlin.
  • Peter B.
    Peter B.November 12, 2012
    Don't believe the rumors about a new airport. You'll be using this one for awhile to come.
  • Christian N.heart icon on user image
    Christian NelsonJuly 18, 2017
    I’ve been here many times, this nice airport is in decay, I wish they restored it to its former glory! I love Berlin though on of my favorite cities in Europe!
  • Martina I.heart icon on user image
    Martina IllysDecember 24, 2016
    Been here 10+ times
    3.5€ for water from a vending machine - or Nestle ice tea. On this airport, beer is probably the cheapest option.
  • Adam R.
    Adam R.June 6, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    Beware of short connections on Air Berlin between different terminals (e.g. A and C). You need to get out, get to the other terminal and pass security again. One advice in such situation: RUN! :)
  • Lufthansa
    LufthansaNovember 14, 2012
    Visit the Berlin Wall your way- with your Smartphone! The Berlin Wall Memorial offers three different tours on their mobile website from 30 to 120 minutes– for the “hurried”, “curious” and “experts”. Read more
  • Matthiasheart icon on user image
    MatthiasMarch 8, 2015
    Been here 25+ times
    This is my door to the world since they are unable to build the BER. Definitely too small for a city like Berlin but nice and easy to get around. :)
  • Kostasheart icon on user image
    KostasFebruary 20, 2015
    Sweet in a way but inadequate for the city of Berlin . It reminded me of a small island's airport.Nevertheless Welcome to beautiful Berlin.
  • H R.
    H RAugust 11, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    You'll find no adequate waiting area after you went through security check. You should drink your coffee and wander through the stores beforehand to spend some time.
  • Jackie K.heart icon on user image
    Jackie KleinJanuary 22, 2019
    Been here 50+ times
    I’ve come to love my little airport. A gates each have their own security and serve the best routes. Terminal D is always overbooked with huge security lines. Very close to city center. Okay WiFi.
  • Mahmut Enes K.heart icon on user image
    Mahmut Enes KayaalpFebruary 14, 2018
    Unique and clever architectural design. Visitor’s Terrasse is beautiful to observe landings and take offs. Costs 3 EU per Person.
  • Frederic J.heart icon on user image
    Frederic JaeckelMarch 30, 2017
    amazing and terrible and amazing and bad. I'm undecided but it's cool to be here!
  • David N.
    David NoëlJune 21, 2013
    Been here 100+ times
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  • Carola N.
    Carola NitzApril 27, 2019
    Been here 10+ times
    From entrance to gate in 10 minutes because every gate has their own security. If you need to buy something and you‘re at terminal A or B do it before security
  • Kristaps P.heart icon on user image
    Kristaps PrūsisJuly 31, 2019
    It is very empty, almost no places for food, the security is strong and the boarding areas are divided very strictly so after passing the security you cannot sit with people from other flights
  • David H.
    David HuOctober 30, 2013
    I challenge you to find a smaller airport than TXL. Each individual gate has it's own security check after you wade through a single file door.
  • Jack S.heart icon on user image
    Jack SmithSeptember 5, 2014
    All shops, bars and restaurants are before security checks, which makes bringing any drinks onto a plane, near impossible. Each small departure lounge does have a countertop coffee unit
  • Stephan B.heart icon on user image
    Stephan Bönnemann-WalentaSeptember 16, 2016
    Been here 50+ times
    Take a Taxi to the airport. Fly out of Terminal A. Go from parking to gate in < 5 min. One security line per gate, no forced shopping. Be as late as you want — almost impossible to miss a flight here.
  • Matt B.
    Matt BressJuly 10, 2016
    Security is odd; individual security lines for each flight that lead directly to the gate. Make sure you see an airline representative to answer "security questions" (even if you've pre-checked in).
  • Kuba M.
    Kuba M.February 22, 2016
    Been here 5+ times
    When flying airberlin on weekend day morning take the "2hours in advance" seriously. Checkin queues can be huuuuuuuge. When flying only with hand luggage - everything can go smoothly
  • Andras K.heart icon on user image
    Andras KonfarJanuary 27, 2020
    Been here 25+ times
    A rare "gem" in Berlin. Arrive late (unless you are flying with low cost airlines, then be there in time), don't expect anything enjoy the fast check in and have a safe flight.
  • Megan Allisonheart icon on user image
    Megan AllisonJanuary 26, 2019
    Been here 10+ times
    There's a genius to Tegel's architecture: curbside dropoff is ~30m from where you actually board the plane. This is great except when they are short on ground crew so yr flight is an hour late anyway.
  • tricia w.
    tricia wangJune 8, 2016
    Been here 5+ times
    Global blue (Vat) is all the way at the end of the terminal past A15, inside Service Center. Come here before checking in your luggage! Otherwise they may not give you the Vat back.
  • Matthäus M.
    Matthäus MichalikJuly 10, 2018
    Been here 10+ times
    Terminal C: Second Security Conrol at Counter 61+ is always less busy. You can use it for all Gates at Terminal C, even for domestic flights ✈
  • Matt S.
    Matt SJuly 7, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    Cheapest way to get to and from the airport to the city is the TXL bus. You need cash to buy the ticket - the ticket machines do not take foreign credit or debit cards.
  • Thomas Pedersen F.heart icon on user image
    Thomas Pedersen FriisSeptember 14, 2016
    Small airport. Not a lot to do. Easy access from Central train St. Make sure to eat before you get there
  • Guido K.heart icon on user image
    Guido KnookJune 25, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    If you find yourself stuck in the small hall with gates C60+ you should take the bypass to gates C38-60 there are more shops there and refreshments are slightly cheaper.
  • Chris
    ChrisDecember 1, 2012
    Been here 25+ times
    Why all the negative comments?!? TXL is the only airport I know (besides LCY) where you can arrive 20-30min before take-off and still get on board. Why spend any more time in an airport than one must?
  • Juan P.
    Juan PreciadoAugust 17, 2014
    The best way to get wifi access for free in Tegel Airport is to stay close of the AirBerlin stands (You should create and account in the authentication page for the wifi)
  • Nischal H.
    Nischal HpJune 11, 2019
    Been here 10+ times
    The airport offers automatic check in of luggages for easy jet flights. By far the most quickest airport to get in and get out. The sandwiches in the C 60-85 section are lip smacking.
  • Renae M.
    Renae MasonJune 12, 2019
    Arrive early! Bag drop opens 90mins before flights but sometimes the line is already backed up. The staff here don’t usually call people forward in the line if late so, you’ll miss the flight.
  • Lucieheart icon on user image
    LucieOctober 28, 2016
    Buy everything before. Almost no shopping and eating possibilities and really crowded. No place to sit. The good thing is that is small so you don't need much time for transfer
  • Jonat B.heart icon on user image
    Jonat B.June 23, 2019
    Been here 5+ times
    In Dubai, they built the world's tallest building in six years. Here they don't manage to open an airport within 13 years. This airport is a shame for Berlin and Germany!
  • Daniel S.heart icon on user image
    Daniel StecherJanuary 6, 2019
    Been here 100+ times
    TXL is still the best airport in the world when it comes to leaving the taxi and get to the flight. When checked-in online this can just take 2 minutes. Priceless!
  • Tarek P.
    Tarek PertewSeptember 19, 2013
    THERE IS GREAT WIFI RIGHT HERE, courtesy of t-mobile (at corner of capi, BOSS and Red Baron)
  • Andreas K.heart icon on user image
    Andreas KanakisAugust 8, 2015
    Being left in the middle of the field to take a bus to the terminal is never a good start, and Germans looking for reasons to put you in place. Definitely a well organized "function over form" airport
  • Helo A.
    Helo AbkJune 13, 2013
    You can't go through security until 90 mns before your flight. If you're early and need a quiet place to work, try the restaurant on the second floor ( there is a lift from the main hall).
  • Titini R.heart icon on user image
    Titini RitiniFebruary 28, 2015
    The employee in the Visit Berlin kiosk tricked us in to thinking it was the official airport information (we specifically asked her twice) and sold us a card for all transports that was overpriced!
  • Flor H.
    Flor HolvoetAugust 31, 2014
    The TXL bus takes you right into the center and comes every 6 minutes during the day. If you plan on taking more public transport, get a 4-ride ticket.
  • Talal A.
    Talal AJune 22, 2019
    Tiny airport with little to do airside. Most of the restaurants, shops, and lounges are pre-security, so plan accordingly!
  • Muratheart icon on user image
    MuratApril 29, 2016
    45-50 min outside the city by car, public transportation is available. Shopping and dining area is nice, terminals are a bit confusing (if you are not used to). Could be very crowded at the rush hour.
  • Laszloheart icon on user image
    LaszloOctober 13, 2017
    Terminal C got very crowded by the time my flight departed (on a Sunday afternoon). Also the TXL bus got more than full for the last stations nearing the airport.
  • mizz l.
    mizz linDecember 25, 2016
    Never order a Whopper at Burger King . The patty is so flat you'll feel cheated. There are no seats but miss Nata of airport info is awesome
  • Tataheart icon on user image
    TataDecember 16, 2016
    Been here 5+ times
    The airport with a really friendly and understanding staff. If you need a professional medical help, you can expect for it very quickly.
  • Lin i.
    Lin irlMarch 6, 2014
    find out which gate your flight is departing from on a huge billboard while driving into TXL, ordered by departure time. Each gate has its own custom (2 windows) and there is always a long line.
  • Samantha B.
    Samantha BronsteinJuly 27, 2017
    Super complicated to get around and not fully wheelchair accessible. There is an entire floor you can not get to if you can't walk.
  • Mehul K.
    Mehul KamdarDecember 11, 2015
    A superbly organized airport with fantastic service. Traveling through Tegel is a pleasure.
  • Fahad H.heart icon on user image
    Fahad H.June 23, 2017
    Small international airport after checking in no duty free are available. Take everything before checking in 👍
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