Over the past 50 years, Dubai has gone from being a small trading outpost to one of the world’s wealthiest and most modern cities. Since then, it has succeeded in satisfying its penchant for superlatives. It is home to a long list of record-shattering attractions, including the world’s tallest building, tallest hotel, tallest residential building, largest mall and largest indoor ski slope. Book a flight to Dubai with Qatar Airways, and discover the epitome of modernity in the Arab world.

Despite its accomplishments, the United Arab Emirates’ (UAE) second largest city is showing no signs of letting up. On your trip to Dubai, you’ll find that the city is still engaged in several ambitious construction and expansion programmes.

Dubai is a place where you can experience the pinnacles of luxury accommodation and five-star dining, but also more down-to-earth traditions and leisure activities.

Travelling through Dubai International Airport (DXB) is also a great way to reach Sharjah with ease. Sharjah is only 30 minutes’ drive from Dubai, and accessible by bus connection from the airport’s Terminal 1 & 3 stations.

Berlin-Tegel Airport is the main international airport serving the German capital. This modern, efficient and extremely well appointed transport hub is one of the key locations in Europe for international travel, and is regarded as one of the best airports in the world for efficiency, safety and passenger experience. 

Passengers flying from Berlin with Qatar Airways will find this to be an excellent starting point for their journey. The staff goes out of their way to ensure your departure is smooth and stress free, and the facilities are exemplary. 

Transportation and parking

Berlin-Tegel is exceptionally well served with public transport. The rail link S41 and S42 S-Bahn lines at Beusselstrasse Station are reached via the Jet Express Bus TXL bus from the airport, while the Metro service U7 and U6 are also easily connected via the X9/109 and 128 buses respectively. The Jet Express Bus TXL Alexanderplatz to the airport, running via Unter den Linden and Central Station. 

Taxis are plentiful and can be easily pre-booked by your hotel concierge. 

Parking at the airport is plentiful. Parking areas are located beneath and around the main terminal complex. Covered parking is available at the P1 and P2 parks, while the short-term PK is close to the terminal building. P5 is a little further from the main complex and offers long-term parking at cheaper rates.

Arriving in Berlin

Passengers flying from Berlin with Qatar Airways depart from Terminal B, also known as "Nebel-Hall" - a converted former waiting area in a side wing of the main building. Check-in counters B20–B39 are located here. There are a number of lounge areas for business and first-class passengers and VIPs, as well as larger general lounges available for all passengers. 

Allow one and a half to two hours before the designated departure time of your flight to clear check in and security checks.

Facilities and amenities

Berlin-Tegel Airport has excellent facilities for business travellers, including seven meeting rooms. Wireless internet access is available throughout various parts of the terminal for a fee, and public phones are also dotted around the main terminal area. 

ATMs, Bureau de Change and banking facilities are available, and a large food court offers everything from drinks and snacks to more substantial meals. 

An extensive shopping area supplies luxury goods and accessories, perfume, Duty Free and gifts.