Travelling from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Dresden International Airport (DRS): what you need to know
Dresden's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Berlin.
Your BER to DRS flight won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
You can expect longer queues in popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
If you want to split up your journey, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Dresden International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between BER and DRS:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Frankfurt Airport
Dusseldorf International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Dresden International Airport (DRS)
Currently, RM785 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Dresden International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is RM2,708. Remember that fares can change due to demand when booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from BER to DRS if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Dresden International Airport throughout the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
Save time searching for cheap flights from BER to DRS by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Dresden International Airport.
Handy information about Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
74.2% of flights that take off from Berlin Brandenburg Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Central Berlin to Berlin Brandenburg Airport is around 27 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Expect a trip time of about 35 minutes on public transport.
Need a convenient hotel near BER? If you're boarding an early flight from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Dresden International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Dresden International Airport (DRS)
Book a hotel close to DRS if you have a late Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Dresden International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Follow your own route with a Dresden International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Alamo, Keddy By Europcar or Sixt and chase adventure across Dresden and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Dresden International Airport about three weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Dresden International Airport (DRS) to central Dresden
Dresden International Airport is roughly 13 kilometres from the centre of Dresden. Driving there takes about 25 minutes.
Getting there on public transport will take you around 1 hour 15 minutes.
When to fly to Dresden International Airport (DRS)
The quietest month for a flight from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Dresden International Airport is December, while April is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Dresden based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Lock in your flight from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Dresden International Airport for August if you'd like to go to Dresden during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BER to DRS in January. Average temperatures are between -9ºC (16ºF) and 5ºC (41ºF) then.
Explore more of Germany
Berlin is just one of the many cities in Germany waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Dresden. Around 161 kilometres away to the north, check out popular attractions including Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
Around 370 kilometres north-west of Dresden, Hamburg is another favourite stop in Germany. Experience major highlights starting with Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.
