- Comfort beyond the departure hall: Trade noisy gate areas for comfortable seating, a dedicated dining space, and a quieter setting to read, catch up on messages, or simply take a breather. Both Tegel and Tempelhof lounges are designed for relaxing as well as working.
- A meal is already sorted: Instead of joining queues at terminal cafés or paying separately for snacks and drinks, lounge guests can enjoy a buffet selection of hot and cold dishes, refreshments, and alcoholic & non-alcoholic beverages.
- Time to reset before flying: A shower and a comfortable place to sit can make a real difference after a long journey, early start, or tight connection. Freshen up, change clothes, and head to your gate feeling more put together.
- Stay connected without the scramble: Free Wi-Fi, charging points, flight-information screens, and work areas make it easier to check updates, charge your devices, download entertainment, or finish a few tasks before boarding.
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Berlin Airport lounges: Why opt for this quiet oasis in Berlin airports?
A Berlin Airport lounge pass turns pre-flight waiting time into a more enjoyable part of your journey. Rather than searching Terminal 1 for an empty seat, a charging point, or a decent meal, you can step into a calm, comfortable space with food, drinks, Wi-Fi, work areas, and showers. Best of all, you do not need to fly business class or hold elite status. Simply book a pass and relax before take-off.
Here's why you need a lounge pass:
Why should you pre-book your Berlin Airport lounge pass?
While you may be able to purchase lounge access on the day, booking ahead is the easy way to make your airport time feel organised rather than improvised.
- Secure your pre-flight plan: Lounge space can be subject to availability. Booking in advance gives you a confirmed pass to present at entry, so you can arrive at Terminal 1 with your pre-departure break already planned.
- Skip last-minute decisions: Rather than comparing lounge options, prices, and inclusions while managing check-in and security, you can choose your preferred lounge and have your voucher ready before travel day.
- Make better use of three hours: Since the standard BER lounge stay is capped at 3 hours and access begins no earlier than 3.5 hours before scheduled departure, pre-booking helps you schedule arrival, security, lounge time, and gate transfer sensibly.
- Enjoy a smoother entry: Keep your booking confirmation on your phone, then present it with your boarding pass at the lounge. It is one less task to handle when the terminal is busy.
Who should opt for a Berlin Airport lounge pass?
Families travelling with children
Long waits are easier when everyone has room to settle in. Lounge access gives families comfortable seating, food and drink options, and a calmer environment away from a crowded departure hall. Children under 3 can enter BER’s Tegel and Tempelhof lounges free of charge with an eligible adult.
Passengers on long-haul or connecting flights
If you have arrived at BER after a tiring flight or face a lengthy wait before your next one, a lounge offers an easy reset. Use the shower facilities, enjoy a proper meal, recharge devices, and rest in a quieter environment before continuing your journey.
Economy and low-cost airline flyers
Flying economy does not mean missing out on a more premium airport experience. A pay-per-use lounge pass brings you useful comforts like food, drinks, Wi-Fi, charging facilities, and dedicated seating without the cost of upgrading your airfare.
Leisure travellers starting a holiday
Start your Berlin getaway or onward holiday before boarding. Rather than rushing through an airport meal near the gate, you can relax over refreshments, browse digital reading material, and enjoy a more unhurried lead-up to your flight.
Travellers without lounge memberships
No premium credit card, airline status, or lounge membership? You can still access BER’s lounges by purchasing entry. It is a flexible, one-off way to enjoy lounge facilities without committing to annual membership fees.
Top lounges across Berlin airports
BER Lounge Tegel
Inspired by the character of Berlin’s former Tegel Airport, this Terminal 1 lounge offers a polished setting for dining, working, or unwinding before departure. It is especially handy if you are departing from the northern side of the main pier.
- Terminal: Terminal 1, airside, with the entrance opposite Gate B17 on Level E1. The lounge itself is on Level E2 and accessible to checked-in departing passengers who have cleared security.
- Pass duration: 3 hours
- Lounge timings: Daily, 5am to 9pm
- Main amenities: Hot and cold buffet, vegan and vegetarian options, snacks, alcoholic beverages, free Wi-Fi, charging ports, showers, comfortable seating, work areas, newspapers, magazines, TV, gaming area, and flight-information screens.
- Prices from: €51.52
BER Lounge Tempelhof
BER Lounge Tempelhof is a spacious, light-filled retreat with panoramic airport and southern-runway views. Separate relaxation, work, and dining areas make it a great choice when you want a meal, a shower, or a more peaceful place to wait.
- Terminal: Terminal 1, airside, near Gate A20 on Level E1, with access only via the Schengen area. The lounge is on Level E2. Departing passengers must clear security before entry.
- Pass duration: 3 hours
- Lounge timings: Daily, 5am to 9:30pm
- Main amenities: Hot and cold food with vegetarian choices, snacks, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, free Wi-Fi, charging ports, showers, comfortable seating, newspapers, magazines, work and dining areas, flight-information screens, and panoramic runway views.
- Prices from: €51.53
Berlin Airport lounge pass: How to book and use
Step 1: Choose your lounge
Check your flight details and choose the lounge that best matches your departure area. Lounge Tegel is near Gate B17, while Lounge Tempelhof is near Gate A20 and is accessed through the Schengen area.
Step 2: Book your tickets
Review your chosen lounge’s location, opening hours, and inclusions, then select your preferred pass. A 3-hour visit is the standard stay offered at BER’s Tegel and Tempelhof lounges.
Step 3: Check your email
Your lounge pass will be sent to your email inbox after booking. Keep the voucher ready on your phone, and check your spam or junk folder if it does not appear straight away.
Step 4: Navigate and enter
After checking in and passing through security, make your way to the relevant gate area. Show your lounge voucher and valid boarding pass to the lounge staff at the entrance.
Step 5: Refresh and relax
Make the most of your 3-hour visit: have a meal, charge your devices, use the Wi-Fi, take a shower, or settle in with a magazine before it is time to head to your gate.
Accessibility and amenities in Berlin Airport lounges
BER Lounge Tegel provides accessible facilities. If you need mobility assistance, wheelchair support, or have a stroller, allow additional time for security and speak with lounge staff or the airport in advance about the most suitable route and facilities available.
Recommended ticket: Lounge Tegel at Terminal 1
Both Tegel and Tempelhof lounges offer shower facilities, making them a welcome option after a long journey or before an overnight flight. BER offers a shower kit that can be booked for €15 and includes a towel and, subject to availability, borrowed slippers. Check availability with staff when you arrive.
Recommended tickets:
- Lounge Tegel at Terminal 1
- Lounge Tempelhof at Terminal 1
Need a quiet place to send emails, prepare travel documents, or make the most of pre-flight time? Lounge Tegel has work areas and workstations, while Lounge Tempelhof offers a dedicated working area alongside its dining and relaxation zones.
Recommended tickets:
- Lounge Tegel at Terminal 1
- Lounge Tempelhof at Terminal 1
Both lounge experiences list conference-room access as an additional-cost service. This can be useful for travellers who need a more private meeting setting, but availability and any applicable charges should be confirmed directly with lounge staff before relying on it.
Recommended tickets:
- Lounge Tegel at Terminal 1
- Lounge Tempelhof at Terminal 1
Berlin Airport lounges: Rules and restrictions
- Carry a valid boarding pass: BER lounges are located after security in the departure area, so you must be checked in and hold a valid boarding pass for an onward flight before entering. Keep your travel documents readily available.
- Arrive within the permitted window: BER lounge access is available from no earlier than 3.5 hours before your scheduled departure. Plan your arrival so you have time for check-in, security, and reaching the lounge.
- Plan for a maximum three-hour stay: The general terms for BER’s Tegel and Tempelhof lounges limit visits to 3 hours. If you need more time in the terminal, ask lounge staff whether an extension is possible, but do not assume it will be available.
- Use the correct access route: Lounge Tempelhof is accessed only through Level E1 in the Schengen area near Gate A20. Confirm that your itinerary and departure zone allow you to reach it before booking your pass.
- Check children’s entry requirements: Children under 3 enter Tegel and Tempelhof lounges free of charge. Standard pricing applies to older children, so ensure every eligible traveller in your group has appropriate access before arriving at the lounge.
- Keep track of personal belongings: Lounge access does not replace normal airport security procedures. Keep your passport, boarding pass, luggage, and valuables with you at all times, particularly if you move between buffet, shower, and seating areas.
Tips to get the best use out of your Berlin Airport lounge pass
- Match the lounge to your gate area: Lounge Tegel is opposite Gate B17, while Lounge Tempelhof is near Gate A20 and accessed via the Schengen area. Check your boarding pass before booking so you do not spend valuable lounge time navigating to the terminal.
- Remember the 3.5-hour rule: BER permits access no earlier than 3.5 hours before scheduled departure, and the lounge stay is generally limited to 3 hours. Aim to complete check-in and security efficiently so you can enjoy your full visit.
- Request your shower early: If freshening up is a priority, speak to reception upon arrival. Shower access is available in both lounges, and a shower kit may be booked separately, so it is worth confirming availability and cost straight away.
- Choose Tempelhof for runway views: Lounge Tempelhof has large panoramic windows overlooking the airport and southern runway. If watching aircraft movements is part of your ideal pre-flight break, arrive early enough to enjoy a window-side seat.
- Use your time strategically on shorter stays: Start with the amenities you value most: perhaps a shower, a meal, or charging your mobile. Then settle down with Wi-Fi and refreshments. This helps you get meaningful value out of your time in the lounge even if boarding begins sooner than expected.
- Double-check operating hours before travel: Tegel is generally open daily from 5am to 9pm, while Tempelhof is generally open daily from 5am to 9:30pm. Airport lounge hours can change, so verify them again closer to departure.
Frequently asked questions about Berlin Airport lounge passes
A lounge pass can include comfortable seating, a hot and cold buffet, snacks, alcoholic & non-alcoholic drinks, free Wi-Fi, charging points, digital reading material, work areas, showers, and flight-information screens. Exact inclusions vary slightly between Tegel and Tempelhof lounges.
Yes, pre-booking lets you organise your pre-flight break in advance and arrive with your voucher ready. It is especially useful if you want a reliable place to eat, freshen up, or relax during a busy travel day.
Yes. Tegel and Tempelhof lounges are located in Terminal 1 but may also be used by passengers departing from Terminal 2. Allow enough time to get from the lounge to your gate.
Lounge Tempelhof is accessed only via Level E1 in the Schengen area near Gate A20. Check your departure zone and airport routing before booking, as you may not be able to enter the required area from every flight departure point.
Yes, both BER Lounge Tegel and BER Lounge Tempelhof have shower facilities. A shower kit can be booked separately, and includes a towel and, when available, loan slippers.
No. BER’s lounges offer comfortable seating and rest areas but no dedicated sleeping cabins. A lounge pass is better suited to a seated rest, a meal, a shower, and a quieter wait before departure.
The Tegel and Tempelhof lounge passes include food and drinks, with hot and cold dishes as well as alcoholic & non-alcoholic beverages. Tegel also offers vegan and vegetarian buffet options, while Tempelhof can arrange kosher meals on request.
BER Lounge Tegel has accessible facilities. As the lounges are airside, contact the lounge or airport in advance if you require specific mobility support, accessible facilities, or assistance navigating security and the departure area.
Yes. Children under 3 can enter BER Lounge Tegel and BER Lounge Tempelhof free of charge. Standard access prices apply to older children.
Yes, transit passengers may use the lounge if they have the required access, a valid onward boarding pass, and enough time to spend within the lounge’s operating hours. Remember that the standard stay is limited to 3 hours.
