{"id":15860,"date":"2026-02-20T17:03:32","date_gmt":"2026-02-20T15:03:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/littlebighotels.vip\/events\/ila-berlin-2026\/"},"modified":"2026-04-29T14:51:32","modified_gmt":"2026-04-29T12:51:32","slug":"ila-berlin-2026","status":"publish","type":"events","link":"https:\/\/littlebighotels.vip\/en\/events\/ila-berlin-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"ILA Berlin 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"<ul>\n<li data-start=\"44\" data-end=\"83\">\n<p data-start=\"44\" data-end=\"83\"><a href=\"#was-ist-die-ila\">What exactly is the ILA?<\/a><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"44\" data-end=\"83\">\n<p data-start=\"1072\" data-end=\"1122\"><a href=\"#wann-und-wo-ila\">When and where does the ILA take place?<\/a><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"44\" data-end=\"83\">\n<p data-start=\"1843\" data-end=\"1886\"><a href=\"#was-macht-die-ila-besonders\">What makes the ILA so special?<\/a><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"44\" data-end=\"83\">\n<p data-start=\"2727\" data-end=\"2789\"><a href=\"#was-erwartet-mich-auf-der-ila\">What can I expect at the ILA?<\/a><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"44\" data-end=\"83\">\n<p data-start=\"4260\" data-end=\"4315\"><a href=\"#f\u00fcr-wen-lohnt-sich-ila-besuch\">Who should Visit?<\/a><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"44\" data-end=\"83\">\n<p data-start=\"5300\" data-end=\"5348\"><a href=\"#tagesablauf-ila\">What does a typical day at the ILA look like?<\/a><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"44\" data-end=\"83\">\n<p data-start=\"6344\" data-end=\"6419\"><a href=\"#\u00fcbernachten-zur-ila\">Stay at the little BIG hotels for the ILA<\/a><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"44\" data-end=\"83\">\n<p data-start=\"7800\" data-end=\"7863\"><a href=\"#ila-planen\">How do I plan my ILA visit?<\/a><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"was-ist-die-ila\" data-start=\"44\" data-end=\"83\">What exactly is the ILA?<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"85\" data-end=\"566\">The <strong data-start=\"89\" data-end=\"103\">ILA Berlin 2026<\/strong> \u2013 officially the International Aerospace Exhibition \u2013 is the major platform for the global aerospace industry in Germany. It combines a high-profile trade fair for aerospace, defense, and suppliers with a spectacular air show for the general public.  Since its founding in 1909, ILA has been considered the oldest aviation exhibition in the world and is now one of the most important aerospace events globally. <span class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"568\" data-end=\"1070\">Every two years, the trade fair transforms the area around <span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Berlin ExpoCenter Airport<\/span><\/span> into an international showcase for innovations: From commercial aircraft, military jets, and helicopters to space technologies and drones, everything is on display. In 2024, ILA counted around 95,000 participants, 600 exhibitors from 31 countries, 200 delegations, and approximately 100 aircraft \u2013 accordingly, expectations for ILA Berlin 2026 are high. <span class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"><\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"wann-und-wo-ila\" data-start=\"1072\" data-end=\"1122\">When and where will ILA Berlin 2026 take place?<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"1124\" data-end=\"1346\"><strong data-start=\"1128\" data-end=\"1147\">ILA Berlin 2026<\/strong> runs from <strong data-start=\"1158\" data-end=\"1183\">June 10\u201314, 2026<\/strong> at Berlin ExpoCenter Airport, right next to <strong data-start=\"1250\" data-end=\"1291\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Berlin Brandenburg Airport<\/span><\/span><\/strong> in Sch\u00f6nefeld. <span class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"><\/span><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1348\" data-end=\"1533\">\n<li data-start=\"1348\" data-end=\"1398\">\n<p data-start=\"1350\" data-end=\"1398\"><strong data-start=\"1350\" data-end=\"1378\">Trade visitor days:<\/strong> June 10\u201312, 2026<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1399\" data-end=\"1439\">\n<p data-start=\"1401\" data-end=\"1439\"><strong data-start=\"1401\" data-end=\"1419\">Public days:<\/strong> June 13\u201314, 2026<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1440\" data-end=\"1533\">\n<p data-start=\"1442\" data-end=\"1533\"><strong data-start=\"1442\" data-end=\"1461\">Opening hours:<\/strong> daily from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1440\" data-end=\"1533\"><strong>Address:<\/strong> Messestra\u00dfe 1, 12529 Sch\u00f6nefeld (Selchow)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1535\" data-end=\"1841\">The motto for 2026 is once again <strong data-start=\"1564\" data-end=\"1588\">#PioneeringAerospace<\/strong>. The focus is on competitiveness, technological sovereignty, and the question of how aviation can become climate-neutral \u2013 for example, through Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAF), new propulsion systems, and lightweight construction. <span class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"><\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"was-macht-die-ila-besonders\" data-start=\"1843\" data-end=\"1886\">What makes the ILA so special?<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"1888\" data-end=\"2203\">ILA is not just a &#8220;nice air show,&#8221; but a top platform for decision-makers from industry, politics, research, and the armed forces. According to the organizer, every two years it brings the most important players in the global aerospace industry to Berlin-Brandenburg. <span class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2205\" data-end=\"2423\">The numbers from the last edition speak for themselves: 600+ exhibitors, 350 speakers across multiple stages, 200 delegations from around 60 countries, and thousands of planned business meetings. <span class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2425\" data-end=\"2725\">At the same time, the ILA remains a show for fans: on public days, you can get up close to large airliners, military jets, helicopters, transport aircraft, and special-purpose planes in the static display\u2014and experience what the technology can do in the air during the flight shows. <span class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"><\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"was-erwartet-mich-auf-der-ila\" data-start=\"2727\" data-end=\"2789\">What can I expect at ILA 2026?<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"2791\" data-end=\"3007\">In terms of content, ILA Berlin covers the entire aerospace value chain: civil aviation, space, defense, suppliers, research, start-ups, and New Space. <span class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3009\" data-end=\"3073\">A few focus areas that will be especially important in 2026:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"3075\" data-end=\"4097\">\n<li data-start=\"3075\" data-end=\"3284\">\n<p data-start=\"3077\" data-end=\"3284\"><strong data-start=\"3077\" data-end=\"3104\">Climate-neutral flying:<\/strong> SAF, hydrogen, new engine concepts, lightweight design, and efficient flight routes\u2014everything related to \u201cdefossilized\u201d aviation. <span class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"><\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3285\" data-end=\"3507\">\n<p data-start=\"3287\" data-end=\"3507\"><strong data-start=\"3287\" data-end=\"3317\">Security &#038; defense:<\/strong> The role of aerospace in security and defense policy, including modern fighter aircraft, reconnaissance, and air defense systems. <span class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"><\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3508\" data-end=\"3711\">\n<p data-start=\"3510\" data-end=\"3711\"><strong data-start=\"3510\" data-end=\"3532\">Space &#038; New Space:<\/strong> Satellites, launch vehicles, Earth observation, space data\u2014and applications we use in everyday life, from navigation to climate research. <span class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"><\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3712\" data-end=\"3887\">\n<p data-start=\"3714\" data-end=\"3887\"><strong data-start=\"3714\" data-end=\"3747\">Digitalization &#038; innovation:<\/strong> Autonomous systems, drones, urban air mobility, AI in development and operations, additive manufacturing. <span class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"><\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3888\" data-end=\"4097\">\n<p data-start=\"3890\" data-end=\"4097\"><strong data-start=\"3890\" data-end=\"3917\">Talent Hub &#038; young talent:<\/strong> A dedicated area brings students, young professionals, and companies together\u2014perfect if you want to enter the industry. <span class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"><\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"4099\" data-end=\"4258\">Plus conferences, panels, and side events on-site and in the surrounding area, focusing on strategy, regulation, and new partnerships.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"f\u00fcr-wen-lohnt-sich-ila-besuch\" data-start=\"4260\" data-end=\"4315\">Who is a visit to the ILA worth it for?<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"4317\" data-end=\"4376\">The ILA is worth it for a wide range of audiences:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"4378\" data-end=\"5131\">\n<li data-start=\"4378\" data-end=\"4593\">\n<p data-start=\"4380\" data-end=\"4593\"><strong data-start=\"4380\" data-end=\"4402\">Trade visitors<\/strong> from the aerospace industry, defense technology, supply chain, research, and politics use the first three days for business, networking, and contracts. <span class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"><\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4594\" data-end=\"4737\">\n<p data-start=\"4596\" data-end=\"4737\"><strong data-start=\"4596\" data-end=\"4637\">Companies from adjacent industries<\/strong> (IT, materials engineering, energy, mobility) find cooperation partners and technology inspiration.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4738\" data-end=\"4925\">\n<p data-start=\"4740\" data-end=\"4925\"><strong data-start=\"4740\" data-end=\"4787\">Students, apprentices, and young professionals<\/strong> can network in the Talent Hub, discover career paths, and line up internships or jobs. <span class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"><\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4926\" data-end=\"5131\">\n<p data-start=\"4928\" data-end=\"5131\"><strong data-start=\"4928\" data-end=\"4958\">Aviation fans and families<\/strong> get their money\u2019s worth on public days\u2014with flight shows, static displays, and plenty of \u201cwow moments\u201d on the apron. <span class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"><\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"5133\" data-end=\"5298\">In short: whether you want to close deals, compare technologies, explore career options, or simply love airplanes\u2014ILA Berlin 2026 is the place to be.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"tagesablauf-ila\" data-start=\"5300\" data-end=\"5348\">What does a typical day at the ILA look like?<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"5350\" data-end=\"5711\">If you\u2019re attending as a trade visitor, you\u2019ll usually start your ILA day in one of the large halls or conference areas: keynote, panel, or industry update. Then you\u2019ll head across the grounds to exhibitors, product demos, and scheduled meetings. Many companies plan their appointments tightly, often with their own meeting area at the booth or in the business lounges.  <\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5713\" data-end=\"5969\">In between, you should definitely make time for the outdoor area: that\u2019s where the aircraft are in the static display\u2014from regional jets to military transporters. Especially in the morning or late afternoon, the light is great and the lines are a bit shorter. <\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5971\" data-end=\"6342\">On the <strong>public days<\/strong>, the focus shifts more outdoors: air shows, aerobatics, demonstrations of rescue and firefighting aircraft, or flyovers by large airliners. Indoors, there&#8217;s parallel action on stages, in experience areas, and in the space segment \u2013 perfect if you&#8217;re with children or aviation newcomers. <span class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"><\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"\u00fcbernachten-zur-ila\" data-start=\"6344\" data-end=\"6419\">Stay at the Little Big Hotels for the ILA<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"77\" data-end=\"382\">The ILA exhibition grounds are south of Berlin at BER\u2014but many visitors prefer to stay in the city, enjoy the evenings, and still have good connections. That\u2019s exactly what our five<strong data-start=\"281\" data-end=\"317\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/littlebighotels.vip\/en\/\">little BIG hotels in Berlin<\/a><\/strong> are for, all of which make a convenient base for your ILA visit: <\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"384\" data-end=\"1899\">\n<li data-start=\"384\" data-end=\"676\">\n<p data-start=\"386\" data-end=\"676\">The <a href=\"https:\/\/littlebighotels.vip\/en\/hotel-berlin\/fjord-hotel-berlin\/\"><strong data-start=\"390\" data-end=\"412\">fjord hotel berlin<\/strong><\/a> is quietly located on a side street near Potsdamer Platz. From here, you can quickly reach the major city rail hubs (e.g., Potsdamer Platz\/S\u00fcdkreuz) and hop on a train to BER in no time. Perfect if you want to combine trade fair days with short distances into the city center.  <\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"677\" data-end=\"955\">\n<p data-start=\"679\" data-end=\"955\">At <a href=\"https:\/\/littlebighotels.vip\/en\/hotel-berlin\/lindemanns\/\"><strong data-start=\"682\" data-end=\"697\">LINDEMANN\u00b4S<\/strong><\/a> on Potsdamer Stra\u00dfe, you\u2019ll stay right in the middle of the action\u2014with direct connections toward City West and S\u00fcdkreuz. Ideal if you\u2019re doing business at the ILA during the day and want to try galleries, bars, and restaurants nearby in the evening. <\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"956\" data-end=\"1257\">\n<p data-start=\"958\" data-end=\"1257\"><a href=\"https:\/\/littlebighotels.vip\/en\/hotel-berlin\/the-yard\/\"><strong data-start=\"962\" data-end=\"974\">the YARD<\/strong><\/a> in Kreuzberg is your boutique retreat with a courtyard and spa within walking distance of the Landwehr Canal. Thanks to good U-Bahn connections, you can quickly reach the long-distance and regional stations where trains to BER depart\u2014and unwind in the sauna and pool in the evening, or work out in the small fitness area. <\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1258\" data-end=\"1557\">\n<p data-start=\"1260\" data-end=\"1557\">At <a href=\"https:\/\/littlebighotels.vip\/en\/hotel-berlin\/calma-berlin-mitte\/\"><strong data-start=\"1263\" data-end=\"1285\">CALMA Berlin Mitte<\/strong><\/a>, you\u2019re right in the heart of Berlin-Mitte, with short distances to the trendy bars and restaurants between Oranienburger Stra\u00dfe and Torstra\u00dfe. If you have ILA meetings during the day and business dinners or networking appointments in Mitte in the evening, it\u2019s a great base. <\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1558\" data-end=\"1899\">\n<p data-start=\"1560\" data-end=\"1899\"><a href=\"https:\/\/littlebighotels.vip\/en\/hotel-berlin\/anna-1908\/\"><strong data-start=\"1564\" data-end=\"1577\">Anna 1908<\/strong><\/a> in southwest Berlin (toward Steglitz) is especially appealing if you prefer things a bit quieter but still want great connections. With the S-Bahn and U-Bahn, you can easily get into the city and on to stations with direct BER links\u2014while enjoying the charm of a classic Berlin period-building neighborhood. <\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1901\" data-end=\"2151\">That way, for ILA Berlin 2026 you can choose the little BIG hotel that best fits your travel style: central, quiet, urban, or with extra neighborhood charm\u2014always with good public transport connections toward the airport and ExpoCenter Airport.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1901\" data-end=\"2151\">And the best part: <strong>For all stays between June 9\u201315, 2026, you\u2019ll save 5% with our discount code LBH_ILA26.<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"ila-planen\" data-start=\"7800\" data-end=\"7863\">How do I plan my ILA visit\u2014tickets, getting there, tips?<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"7865\" data-end=\"8129\">You can get tickets for ILA Berlin 2026 in the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/ila-berlin.de\/de\/tickets\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">official online shop of the trade fair<\/a><\/strong>. There are separate categories for trade visitors (including multi-day passes) as well as cheaper tickets for the public days on the weekend. <span class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"8131\" data-end=\"8583\">To get there by public transport, travel from central Berlin to BER Airport first\u2014e.g., on the FEX airport express or regional trains from Hauptbahnhof, Potsdamer Platz, or S\u00fcdkreuz (around 20\u201330 minutes). <span class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"><\/span> From there, and from selected S-Bahn and U-Bahn stations (e.g., S9\/S45 or U7 Rudow), shuttle buses take you directly to the exhibition grounds. <span class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"8585\" data-end=\"8625\">A few practical tips to wrap up:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"8627\" data-end=\"9157\">\n<li data-start=\"8627\" data-end=\"8725\">\n<p data-start=\"8629\" data-end=\"8725\"><strong data-start=\"8629\" data-end=\"8644\">Book early<\/strong>\u2014both your ticket and your hotel, as the ILA falls during a popular travel period.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"8726\" data-end=\"8811\">\n<p data-start=\"8728\" data-end=\"8811\">Pack <strong data-start=\"8728\" data-end=\"8746\">comfortable shoes<\/strong>; the site is large and you\u2019ll walk many kilometers.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"8812\" data-end=\"8961\">\n<p data-start=\"8814\" data-end=\"8961\">Check the <strong data-start=\"8814\" data-end=\"8839\">program &#038; hall plan<\/strong> in advance, otherwise you\u2019ll quickly lose time between booths and the airfield. <span class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"><\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"8962\" data-end=\"9157\">\n<p data-start=\"8964\" data-end=\"9157\">And definitely: bring <strong data-start=\"8979\" data-end=\"9030\">a camera or at least enough phone storage<\/strong>\u2014because when the next jet roars low over the grounds, you definitely don\u2019t want to miss the shot.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"9159\" data-end=\"9349\">This way, <strong data-start=\"9171\" data-end=\"9190\">ILA Berlin 2026<\/strong> becomes a mix of high-tech trade fair, international industry meetup, and spectacular air show experience for you\u2014with Berlin as the perfect \u201cbasecamp\u201d right next door.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":15854,"template":"","event-kategorien":[166],"veranstaltung":[162],"class_list":["post-15860","events","type-events","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","event-kategorien-messe","veranstaltung-active"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/littlebighotels.vip\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/events\/15860","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/littlebighotels.vip\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/events"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/littlebighotels.vip\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/events"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/littlebighotels.vip\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/events\/15860\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":16036,"href":"https:\/\/littlebighotels.vip\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/events\/15860\/revisions\/16036"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/littlebighotels.vip\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/15854"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/littlebighotels.vip\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=15860"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"event-kategorien","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/littlebighotels.vip\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/event-kategorien?post=15860"},{"taxonomy":"veranstaltung","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/littlebighotels.vip\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/veranstaltung?post=15860"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}