Flying from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Alexandria: what you need to know
The timezone in Alexandria is UTC+2. The city is one hour ahead of Berlin, where Berlin Brandenburg Airport is located.
To avoid missing your BER to Alexandria flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
If you're heading away during a bank holiday or another peak period, give yourself more time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your flight ticket from BER to Alexandria. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these connecting airports:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
BER is about 19 kilometres from central Berlin. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 35 minutes.
Want an easy start to your travels? Stay near BER. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Alexandria or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are just the thing:
74.2% of flights leaving from Berlin Brandenburg Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Alexandria
$176 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Alexandria flight. A return flight ticket right now is $459. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap flights from BER to Alexandria, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Alexandria across every month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's an extra saving on cheap flights from BER to Alexandria.
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Airports in Alexandria
Borg El Arab Airport (HBE)
Borg El Arab Airport (HBE) is around 56 kilometres from central Alexandria. If you're getting a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes about 50 minutes.
Nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal if you've jetted in on a late flight from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Alexandria. Relaxation Villa With Private Pool and Villa Mostafa Sadek, Swimming pool, Tennis & Squash - Borg ElArab Airport Alexandria are handy options near HBE.
Explore without limits with a Borg El Arab Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Budget, Avis or Sixt and see more of Alexandria and beyond.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from Borg El Arab Airport about two weeks in advance of your flight from BER to Alexandria.
Best time to go to Alexandria
Before booking your flights from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Alexandria, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in Alexandria offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the off-season means you'll get cheaper hotel rates and smaller crowds.
The warmest month in Alexandria is August, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC and 32ºC. Book your Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Alexandria flight ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
February has average temperatures of between 11ºC and 21ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from BER to Alexandria around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Alexandria
Start your Alexandria trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Alexandria, explore our range of accommodation options including:
Montazah Palace Gardens and Anwar El Sadat Museum - Library of Alexandria are a couple of popular attractions to put on your Alexandria must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Pompey's Pillar.
Explore more of Egypt
Alexandria has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Egypt you should also see. Around 177 kilometres south-east of Alexandria, a visit to Cairo will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like giza pyramids, Egyptian Museum and Khan El-Khalili.
Giza is another standout destination in Egypt and is around 177 kilometres south-east of Alexandria. No trip is complete without a visit to Giza Plateau, Star Card and street Nadi Alsaeed.