Open-air deck on top of Terminal 2 reached by escalator from the departure level and food court; looks out over jetbridge gates below and remote gates opposite. Access is via the Food Plaza next to the McDonald's in Terminal 2, with a small entrance fee (discounted rate for children, students, seniors).
18, 07C, 07R, 25L, 25C70mm+
Official outdoor Spotter Point alongside Runway 18 West on the airport's western perimeter, offering views of 18 departures, 07C/R arrivals, and 25L/C departures; loses takeoff traffic in strong north winds. Free/public access, with parking about 100 meters away on Airportring/Okrifteler Straße.
Official Spotter Point positioned by the airport's northwest runway, allowing close-range viewing regardless of wind or landing direction, with especially good northern light for photography. Free/public access.
25L, 25C, 07C
Official Spotter Point near the Berlin Airlift memorial by Zeppelinheim village on the airport's southeastern side, reachable by S-Bahn to Zeppelinheim and a walk through the forest, or by car via parking on 'Hurenschneise' forest road (about a 400-meter walk to the platform). Visible traffic includes arrivals on 25L, arrivals on 25C, departures on 07C, and taxiing aircraft; a restaurant and hotel are within a 15-minute walk.
A community-documented, non-official spot at the western end of Terminal 3's departure-level driveway, allowing photos of the adjacent cargo apron; heat haze is a problem on warm sunny days, and the eastern end is blocked by buildings.
Some of these are AI-generated from published spotting guides and not verified by us. Check access and local rules before you travel.
