Travel Information
Venue
Berlin ExpoCenter Airport, Messestr. 1, 12529 Schönefeld (Selchow)
Opening hours
Exhibitor: June 10 – 14, 2026, 8:00 – 19:00
Trade visitor: June 10 – 12, 2024, 10:00 – 18:00
Public visitor: June 13 – 14, 2024, 10:00 – 18:00
Accommodation
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Travel by Transport Type
We generally recommend traveling by public transport. If you are traveling by car, please note that parking tickets can only be purchased online in the ticket shop. We no longer offer on-site sales. Information about S-Bahn and U-Bahn connections and shuttle buses is still preliminary until the traffic concept has been finally approved by all authorities.
Address for Your Navigation System
Berlin ExpoCenter Airport
Messestr. 1
12529 Schönefeld (Selchow)
Parking
Please follow the ILA signage and instructions from security personnel.
Parking tickets can only be purchased online. No on-site sales will be offered.
Parking spaces are limited – the earlier you book, the better!
P1 – Visitor Parking
- For: Public and trade visitors
- Access: via B96 – exit Blankenfelde / Selchow / Glasow
- Cost: EUR 20 per day
- Walking distance to site: approx. 15 minutes
- Tickets: Online at the ILA Ticket Shop
Tip: Secure your P1 parking ticket early – capacity is limited and may sell out!
P2 – Exhibitor Parking
- For: Exhibitors and VIP ticket holders
- Location: Directly at the event site (opposite West Entrance)
- Access: via B96 or B96a exit Selchow
- Entry: parking pass required
Exhibitors: Parking tickets are available at the ILA Exhibitor Store (Exhibitor Zone)
VIP Ticket Holders: You will receive your P2 parking tickets via email in good time.
P Press
Please follow the signage for P2 (Exhibitor Parking).
Directions from Various Routes
From Hamburg (A24) / Hanover (A2) / Munich (A9)
A10 southern Berlin ring road to exit Rangsdorf → continue on B96 towards Berlin-Tempelhof → follow signage to parking lot P1 / P2
From Frankfurt (Oder) (A12) / Prenzlau (A11)
For P2 (Exhibitors):
A10 southern Berlin ring road to Schönefeld junction → exit A113 towards Berlin → continue on A113 to exit Schönefeld Süd → follow signage to parking lot P2
For P1 (Visitors):
A10 southern Berlin ring road to exit Rangsdorf → continue on B96 towards Berlin-Tempelhof → follow signage to parking lot P1
From Dresden (A13)
For P2 (Exhibitors):
A113 to exit Schönefeld Süd → follow signage to parking lot P2
For P1 (Visitors):
A13 to Schönefeld junction → exit A10 towards Magdeburg, Leipzig, Potsdam → continue on A10 to exit Rangsdorf → continue on B96 towards Berlin-Tempelhof → follow signage to parking lot P1
From Berlin (A100 / A113)
A113 to exit Schönefeld Süd → follow signage to parking lot P1 / P2
From Berlin (B96)
B96 to exit B96a Schönefeld → follow signage to parking lot P1 / P2
Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
BER – Berlin Airport / Berlin Brandenburg Airport
75 airlines connect Berlin's international airport with 173 destinations in 50 countries.
Airport Contact
- Phone: +49 30 609 160 910
- Airport Information (24/7): EUR 0.14/minute from German landlines, other rates may apply from mobile networks
- Website: www.berlin-airport.de
Lufthansa Group Airlines Special Fares
Lufthansa Group Airlines bring people together – every day, around the world. The global route network of Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa, SWISS, Brussels Airlines, and Eurowings offers optimal connection and combination options. Benefit from fast and direct flight connections to ILA 2026.
Note: The booking link for discounted fares will be published here shortly. The discounted fares will be displayed automatically.
Technical Note: Please permanently allow pop-ups in your browser during booking, otherwise the window on the booking platform will not open.
Onward Journey from the Airport to the ILA Site
Preliminary Information – Subject to Change!
The final transport concept for access to the ILA site is currently being coordinated with the relevant authorities. Information on public transport connections and shuttle bus stops will be published here in good time before the event and communicated via email.
After arriving at BER Airport, you can easily reach the ILA site via public transport and shuttle buses. Detailed information on onward travel will follow shortly.
Travel by Train
Berlin Central Station
The central hub for your journey to ILA 2026. From here, you can easily reach the event site via public transport and shuttle buses.
Direct Connections to Berlin
Long-Distance Services (ICE/IC):
Numerous ICE and IC connections bring you to Berlin from across Germany and Europe. Most trains stop at Berlin Central Station, the ideal starting point for your onward journey to ILA.
Key Connections:
- From the South: Munich, Stuttgart, Frankfurt – regular ICE connections to Berlin Central Station
- From the West: Cologne, Düsseldorf, Hanover – frequent ICE connections
- From the North: Hamburg – hourly ICE connections
- From the East: Dresden, Leipzig – regular IC/ICE connections
Tip: Plan your connection via the DB app or at bahn.de – suitable onward connections are automatically included.
Tickets & Fares
- Long-Distance Services (ICE/IC): Separate long-distance tickets required
- Regional Services & S-Bahn from Berlin: Standard local transport ticket or Deutschlandticket accepted
Deutsche Bahn Event Special for ILA 2026
The Right Track for Your Event Journey: Deutsche Bahn Event Specials
Exclusive for ILA visitors: Make your event journey across Germany comfortable, sustainable, and affordable.
With DB Event Specials, you benefit in multiple ways:
- Attractive Price Advantages: Entry-level prices starting from just EUR 16.19
- Flexible Combinations: Benefit from additional BahnCard discounts
- Guaranteed Sustainability: Travel to and from the event in Deutsche Bahn trains powered by 100% green electricity
- Use Your Time Effectively: Work or relax during your journey
Note: The booking link for DB Event Specials for ILA 2026 will be published here shortly. View all DB Event Specials on your preferred route and secure your discounted ticket.
Validity Period: Your ticket will be valid from June 9–15, 2026 (event period including arrival/departure days).
Technical Questions? The DB service team is available at +49 (0) 30 297 19 019.
More Information: www.bahn.de/eventangebote
Onward Journey from Central Station to the ILA Site
Preliminary Information – Subject to Change!
The final transport concept for access to the ILA site is currently being coordinated with the relevant authorities. Information on public transport connections and shuttle bus stops will be published here in good time before the event and communicated via email.
After arriving at Berlin Central Station, you can easily reach the ILA site via public transport and shuttle buses. Detailed information on onward travel will follow shortly.
Tip: Allow sufficient time for your journey. For travel from other cities with a transfer in Berlin, we recommend at least 15 minutes of buffer time at Central Station.
Preliminary Information – Subject to Change!
The stops and lines mentioned here are not yet finalized. We will notify you via email in good time about the confirmed public transport connections and shuttle stops.
Travel by S-Bahn (Urban Rail)
Lines S9 and S45 will take you close to the ILA site. The exit stop varies depending on the visitor day:
Trade Visitor Days: June 10–12, 2026
S9 or S45 to [to be announced]
→ Continue by shuttle bus to the ILA site
Public Days: June 13–14, 2026
S9 or S45 to [to be announced]
→ Continue by shuttle bus to the ILA site
Travel by U-Bahn (Subway)
Throughout the entire event (June 10–14, 2026):
- U7 to U Rudow (preliminary)
- → Continue by shuttle bus to the ILA site
Travel by Bus
Line 743 runs close to the ILA site:
- Route: From S Lichtenrade (S2) via S Waßmannsdorf (S9, S45) to Selchow
- Exit: Selchow Kirche or Selchow Walter-Rieseler-Str.
Note: From the bus stops in Selchow, the ILA site is within walking distance or accessible by shuttle bus. Detailed information will be provided in good time before the event.
Shuttle Buses to the ILA Site
From the S-Bahn, U-Bahn, and bus stops mentioned above, free shuttle buses run directly to the ILA site.
Information on departure times, frequency, and exact shuttle routes will be published in good time before the event.
Tickets & Fares
Travel to ILA 2026 is subject to the fare regulations of Verkehrsverbund Berlin-Brandenburg (VBB).
Recommended Tickets:
- Day Pass AB: For travel from within Berlin city limits
- Day Pass ABC: For travel from the Berlin metropolitan area (incl. BER Airport and Selchow)
- Deutschlandticket: If available, covers all VBB connections
- Group Tickets: More economical for groups of 5 or more
Additional information on fares and tickets:
- VBB Website: www.vbb.de
- VBB Journey Planner: Trip Information
- BVG App: For real-time connections and ticket purchases
Our Recommendation: Traveling by public transport is the most environmentally friendly and often fastest option. You'll avoid parking hassles and potential traffic congestion. Plan for approximately 10-15 minutes of buffer time for transfers and shuttle buses.
Sustainable Travel: Traveling by public transport to ILA 2026 is climate-friendly – perfect for an event showcasing future technologies in aerospace!
Shuttle Buses
We will provide free shuttle buses to take you conveniently from the final S-Bahn or U-Bahn station to the event grounds. As soon as information on departure stations and times is available, we will publish it here and communicate it via email.