Airports near Potsdam
BER・LEJ・DRS・BWE・RLG
What airports are closest to Potsdam?
The primary gateway for visitors is Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER), which sits just 29.3 km from the city and offers a direct regional train connection arriving in approximately 47 minutes. For travelers arriving further afield, Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ) is located 122.8 km away, typically requiring a train journey of about 2 hours 21 minutes. Dresden Airport (DRS) lies 148.2 km from Potsdam, with the fastest rail connections taking around 2 hours 10 minutes. Those flying into Braunschweig Wolfsburg Airport (BWE) will cover 170.9 km, with high-speed rail options reaching the destination in roughly 1 hour 49 minutes. Finally, Rostock–Laage Airport (RLG) is the most distant at 177 km, necessitating a journey of about 3 hours by train. and book hotels in Potsdam
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Airports near Potsdam: BER, LEJ, DRS, BWE and RLG.
Airports Near Potsdam: Key Information
Number of airports in Potsdam
0
Closest airport to the city center
Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
Distance
29.3 km
Fastest arrival time
47 minutes - 50 minutes
Airport with the cheapest transport
Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
Compare domestic and international airports near Potsdam.
Berlin Brandenburg Airport
Distance: 29.3 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
Regional train (RB22)
Fastest
47 minutes - 50 minutes
EUR 5.0
Budget
Airport express bus (BER2)
55 minutes - 1 hour
EUR 10.0
Balanced
Airport taxi service
35 minutes - 50 minutes
EUR 85.0-120.0
Comfort
Leipzig/Halle Airport
Distance: 122.8 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
Deutsche Bahn regional and IC train
Fastest
2 hours 15 minutes - 2 hours 40 minutes
EUR 25.0-70.0
Speed
Long-distance coach service
Cheapest
4 hours - 5 hours
EUR 19.0-40.0
Budget
Private car transfer
2 hours - 2 hours 30 minutes
EUR 250.0-350.0
Comfort
Dresden Airport
Distance: 148.2 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
Deutsche Bahn rail network
Fastest
2 hours 10 minutes - 2 hours 50 minutes
EUR 30.0-90.0
Speed
Intercity coach transfer
Cheapest
3 hours 50 minutes - 4 hours 20 minutes
EUR 22.0-45.0
Budget
Professional chauffeur service
2 hours 20 minutes - 3 hours
EUR 300.0-450.0
Comfort
Braunschweig Wolfsburg Airport
Distance: 170.9 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (IC)
Fastest
1 hour 45 minutes - 2 hours 10 minutes
EUR 35.0-130.0
Speed
Long-distance coach
Cheapest
2 hours 50 minutes - 3 hours 20 minutes
EUR 15.0-26.0
Budget
Private transfer
2 hours - 2 hours 30 minutes
EUR 300.0-400.0
Comfort
Rostock–Laage Airport
Distance: 177 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
Deutsche Bahn long-distance rail
Fastest
3 hours - 3 hours 30 minutes
EUR 45.0-180.0
Balanced
Coach service
Cheapest
3 hours 50 minutes - 4 hours 10 minutes
EUR 19.0-35.0
Budget
Airport taxi / private car
1 hour 55 minutes - 2 hours 10 minutes
EUR 350.0-450.0
Comfort
Compare 5 airports near Potsdam
Airport Guide
Compare 5 airports near Potsdam
For the vast majority of travelers, Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) serves as the primary and most convenient gateway; while located in the neighboring state of Brandenburg, it provides excellent rail and bus links to Potsdam. The remaining four airports are all located in neighboring cities and serve different regions: Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ) and Dresden Airport (DRS) act as major hubs for central Germany but require significantly longer ground travel times. Braunschweig Wolfsburg Airport (BWE) and Rostock–Laage Airport (RLG) are smaller, regional facilities primarily used by business travelers or those visiting the immediate surroundings of those cities. Choosing an airport outside of the immediate capital region often necessitates a multi-stage journey, usually involving a regional or high-speed train connection via major hubs like Berlin Hauptbahnhof. Travelers prioritize speed should stick to the rail network, while those focused on budget might opt for coach services, keeping in mind that total travel time increases significantly as you move away from the metropolitan area. Always check your final flight itinerary to see if a transfer is feasible before booking.
Hotels near Potsdam airport
Breakfast
Very Good112 Reviews
Drewitz Potsdam|5.31km from city center
Lage im Stadtteil Drewitz unweit der Autobahn und mit sehr gutem Tramanschluss (alle 10min).
Zimmer sind sehr geräumig, wenn auch nicht mehr neuester Style.
In diesem Hotel wird auch noch täglich gereinigt.
Das Frühstück ist sehr gut, und bietet alles, was man sich wünscht. Der Service ist sehr gut.
Auch das Restaurant Journal ist für das Abendessen zu empfehlen.FromUS$75
Good107 Reviews
Potsdam|4.11km from city center
The hotel is super located: walking to the Park Sanssouci, to the DB train station and to the bus stop. The rooms are well equipped and clean. Breakfast for 14 euros is rich.
The parking is short (deep garage and parking places before and behind the house; cost 8 Euro per night). Then there is also a shortage of room at breakfast if the majority wants to breakfast at 9 a.m. on Sunday. The service is effortful and friendly.FromUS$56
Very Good48 Reviews
Potsdam|5.26km from city center
Despite the 10mins long walk on main road to the hotel (they do provide sign to guide you), I really enjoyed my stay that is away from the city. The front desk staffs are very friendly in helping me in renting a bicycle and using their sauna.
A great place to unwind and relax with long cycling path. The breakfast is acceptable and filled with choices.
The front desk staffs also informed me that they do sell pizza when I come back late one night as everywhere nearby was closedFromUS$89
Very Good49 Reviews
Babelsberg Potsdam|3.71km from city center
Due to an error in the reservation system, there was no room available upon arrival (despite written confirmation of the reservation number).
As the hotel was full, the front desk arranged another hotel for us. Although the situation is not satisfactory, we thank you for your kind and active support.FromUS$90
Good104 Reviews
Innenstadt Potsdam|0.87km from city center
The service was good, the breakfast had a wide variety of choices, and the front desk staff were very friendly. The location is in the center of Potsdam, near Berlin, not far from the A9 highway. Highly recommended; I would stay here again next time I'm in the area.FromUS$80
Family friendly
Very Good100 Reviews
Potsdam|4.44km from city center
The layout of the room is reasonable, the apartment bathroom I live in is quite large, larger than my colleagues, so there will be surprises when choosing the room type and the appropriate high price.FromUS$81
Very Good113 Reviews
Jägervorstadt Potsdam|2.15km from city center
The surroundings are relatively quiet, the room is clean and tidy. Two people checked in, and there was only one pillow and a small quilt at first. After calling the front desk, it was delivered quickly. Compared with the Holiday Inn I stayed in a few days ago, the elevator does not require a card, which is not safe enough, there is no electric kettle, and no USB charging port. So although it is a four-star hotel, there are areas for improvement in management details and decoration details. I guess it is also because it is quite old.FromUS$99
Great106 Reviews
Potsdam|1.93km from city center
Everything was good but, for some reason, they took my toothbrush and toothpaste. After inquiring, they returned my toothbrush but kept my (medicated) toothpaste. Whatever.FromUS$69
Great50 Reviews
Innenstadt Potsdam|0.84km from city center
First of all, we have to say that the room was neat and clean. The breakfast was also fine and the location was great.
However:
We booked a suite with a city view for 4 days. We got a smaller (mini) suite facing the inner courtyard, which we hadn't realized until then because we were given a ”suite” when we checked in. It was only after three days that we realized that we hadn't actually gotten the room we had booked - unfortunately too late. In addition, although we had a small kitchen with a refrigerator, dishwasher, kettle and microwave, there were no plates or glasses, which we had to ask about at reception.
The hotel says that it doesn't clean the room until after the second night. This wasn't a problem for us and so we prepared the room accordingly after the second night so that the cleaning staff could work without interruption. In the evening we realized that no one was there. The reception was so full that we couldn't let anyone know. We also assumed that someone would come on the third day at least. The next morning we put up a sign on the door asking for cleaning. In short, no one came again. When we finally went to reception, we were told that this was an external service provider who had carried out the cleaning according to the documents, which of course was not the case! Other guests had also complained about this. Since we had already paid and therefore could not get a refund, we were treated to a drink at the bar and a chocolate bar for breakfast. So our ”suite” was not cleaned once in 4 nights, let alone the trash can emptied.
The highlight was when checking out, when I was suddenly asked to pay a bill. After I told them that I had already done this in advance, the receptionist said that this was just a blocking of the amount but that I still had to pay the regular amount. What surprised me most was that the amount did not match my booking at all. When I pointed out again that I had already paid, the receptionist said he had confused me with another guest and that I could leave...FromUS$57
Very Good74 Reviews
Innenstadt Potsdam|1.73km from city center
Fantastic location. Friendly service. Good breakfast. But: internet super slow if working at all. No flexibility in bike rental. Staff tried to be helpful but wasn’t very knowledgeable in certain areas. Free welcome apples were a nice touch. Room itself could have been cleaner. Broken outside window. Tv not properly working due to internet issues. Water wasn’t refilled. Had to ask for refill during our 3 day stay (even we booked the luxury suite) especially on a Sunday when all shops are closed that isn’t very cool. Staff was very friendly about it but I would prefer service that doesn’t wait for me to ask for things.FromUS$110
5 star
Great55 Reviews
Jägervorstadt Potsdam|2.18km from city center
Very good breakfast. Good location. Parking is inside of hotel, but limit spots(8). Parking on the street (hotel front door), is free from ~6pm-8am. Other time will be 1.5 € ／hour.FromUS$107
Very Good57 Reviews
Potsdam|1.89km from city center
It was a nice stay. Very close to Hbf and main attractions. We loved the city.FromUS$83
Great48 Reviews
Innenstadt Potsdam|1.68km from city center
The Hotel am Jägertor is an ideal spot for travelers wanting to discover the city. The Hotel am Jägertor offers a pleasant stay in Potsdam for those traveling for business or leisure. With Potsdam, Charlottenhof Bhf just 2km away and Berlin Brandenburg Airport only 31km away, transportation is very convenient. Keeping busy is easy, with Yoga Studio Potsdam, Schwimmbad im Werner-Alfred-Bad and Galerie und Ladenatelier, Nadine Conrad und Elisabeth Dishur all nearby. When guests have some time on their hands they can make use of the onsite facilities. This Potsdam hotel offers parking on site. There's never a dull moment at this hotel, our guests indicate that the facilities are excellent. FromUS$126
Great1140 Reviews
Potsdam|1.06km from city center
Despite a short stay, everything has been perfectly suited. The run is largely automated, but works absolutely smoothly. Very friendly staff. Most pleasant: the small, nice cafe in the hotel – ideal for a relaxed breakfast. I'd like to see you again.FromUS$203
Very Good25 Reviews
Potsdam|3.19km from city center
Drei entspannte Nächte auf der Insel – absolut empfehlenswert
Ruhige, idyllische Lage, perfekt zum Abschalten. Geräumiges, sauberes Zimmer mit schönem Seeblick. WLAN etwas schwach, aber sonst alles top. Frühstück mit großer Auswahl, Restaurant sehr lecker. Die Terrasse und der separate Steg am See sorgen für eine besondere Atmosphäre.
Der Service war herzlich und professionell. Besonderer Dank an Elita für ihre außergewöhnliche Freundlichkeit und Kompetenz.
Ich habe mich rundum wohlgefühlt und komme gerne wieder.FromUS$144
FAQs
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Which airport is the closest to Potsdam?
The nearest airport to Potsdam is Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER), about 29.3 km away.Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ) (122.8 km), Dresden Airport (DRS) (148.2 km), Braunschweig Wolfsburg Airport (BWE) (170.9 km) and Rostock–Laage Airport (RLG) (177 km).
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How long does it take to get from Potsdam to the airport?
Getting from Potsdam to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) takes about 47 minutes - 50 minutes.
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How do I get to Potsdam?
We recommend flying into Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER), which is approximately 29.3 km away. The fastest mode of transportation is Regional train (RB22), reaching downtown in about 47 minutes - 50 minutes.
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How many airports does Potsdam have?
Potsdam has 5 airports: Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER), Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ), Dresden Airport (DRS), Braunschweig Wolfsburg Airport (BWE) and Rostock–Laage Airport (RLG).