Departures at Berlin Brandenburg Airport were suspended on Thursday morning after freezing rain made it impossible to de-ice aircraft, an airport spokeswoman said. The stoppage has disrupted air travel in the capital, while landings initially appeared unaffected.
Passengers were warned to expect cancellations and long delays and were urged to check directly with their airlines for the latest flight status. The airport said disruptions could continue until weather conditions improve.
Germany has been hit by a prolonged cold spell from January into February, with Berlin blanketed in snow and temperatures falling below -10 degrees Celsius (14 degrees F). The severe winter has already caused widespread travel chaos, particularly on trains.
The German Weather Service (DWD) has issued warnings for Berlin of a high risk of dangerous ice, saying freezing rain could lead to very slippery conditions across the city.
Edited by: Elizabeth Schumacher
