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Best window seat at Berlin Brandenburg

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Taking offRIGHT

Fernsehturm, Tempelhofer Feld park, Spree River through central Berlin

LandingRIGHT

Berlin TV Tower, Müggelsee lake, Spree/Dahme river network

🛫 Taking Off from Berlin (BER)

Best sideRight
WhyDeparting on runway 24L (heading roughly 240°, WSW), Berlin's city center sits off to the north, which puts it on the right side of the aircraft during initial climb-out. You get a good look at the skyline, Tempelhofer Feld's big open park, and the Spree river winding through the city before the route continues southwest.
Look forFernsehturm (Berlin TV Tower), Tempelhofer Feld park, Spree River through central Berlin, Reichstag/government district in the distance
Left window seat view during takeoff from Berlin (BER) — Fernsehturm (Berlin TV Tower), Tempelhofer Feld park, Spree River through central Berlin, Reichstag/government district in the distanceLeft Side

🛬 Landing at Berlin (BER)

Best sideRight
WhyLanding on runway 24R means you approach from the northeast, flying on a heading of roughly 240 degrees toward the southwest. Berlin's city center sits north of the airport, so right-side passengers get a good look at the skyline, including the TV Tower area, while the plane is still at altitude before turning onto final.
Look forBerlin TV Tower (Fernsehturm), Müggelsee lake, Spree/Dahme river network, southeastern Berlin lake district (Zeuthener See, Krossinsee)
Left window seat view during landing at Berlin (BER) — Berlin TV Tower (Fernsehturm), Müggelsee lake, Spree/Dahme river network, southeastern Berlin lake district (Zeuthener See, Krossinsee)Left Side
Right window seat view during landing at Berlin (BER) — Berlin TV Tower (Fernsehturm), Müggelsee lake, Spree/Dahme river network, southeastern Berlin lake district (Zeuthener See, Krossinsee)Right Side

BER opened in 2020 to replace Tegel and Schönefeld as Berlin's single main airport, featuring a modern main terminal (T1) and a secondary terminal (T2) primarily for low-cost carriers. It has two parallel runways and was built to handle significant long-term growth in passenger traffic.

⛰️ Elevation157 ft
🛫 Runways2 (06R/24L, 06L/24R)
✈️ HubeasyJet, Ryanair
📍 NearbyLEJ 85 miDRS 86 mi

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About This Airport

Which side of the plane has the best views at Berlin Brandenburg (BER)?

At Berlin Brandenburg in Berlin: for takeoff, sit on the Right side; for landing, sit on the Right side. Notable views include: Fernsehturm (Berlin TV Tower), Tempelhofer Feld park, Spree River through central Berlin, Reichstag/government district in the distance.

What can I see during takeoff from Berlin Brandenburg in Berlin?

When taking off from Berlin Brandenburg (BER), sit on the Right side for the best views. Departing on runway 24L (heading roughly 240°, WSW), Berlin's city center sits off to the north, which puts it on the right side of the aircraft during initial climb-out. You get a good look at the skyline, Tempelhofer Feld's big open park, and the Spree river winding through the city before the route continues southwest. Notable sights include: Fernsehturm (Berlin TV Tower), Tempelhofer Feld park, Spree River through central Berlin, Reichstag/government district in the distance.

What can I see when landing at Berlin Brandenburg in Berlin?

When landing at Berlin Brandenburg (BER), sit on the Right side for the best views. Landing on runway 24R means you approach from the northeast, flying on a heading of roughly 240 degrees toward the southwest. Berlin's city center sits north of the airport, so right-side passengers get a good look at the skyline, including the TV Tower area, while the plane is still at altitude before turning onto final. Notable sights include: Berlin TV Tower (Fernsehturm), Müggelsee lake, Spree/Dahme river network, southeastern Berlin lake district (Zeuthener See, Krossinsee).

What factors affect the best window seat at Berlin Brandenburg?

The best window seat at Berlin Brandenburg (BER) depends on several factors: the typical runway used for your departure or arrival, the geographic features around Berlin (mountains, coastlines, city skylines), weather conditions, and time of day. Morning and evening flights often offer the best lighting for scenic views.