Flying from London to Hamburg Airport (HAM): what you need to know
London has multiple airports to fly out of. Check out your departure options from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) when organising your flight from London to Hamburg Airport (HAM). Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) are the other main bases in the city.
1 hour 36 minutes is the time it takes on average for a direct flight from London to Hamburg Airport.
Hamburg Airport is located in Hamburg. The city operates in the UTC+1 timezone and is 1 hour ahead of London.
With 55 direct weekly flights between the two airports, London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Hamburg Airport (HAM) is the busiest route. Ryanair operates the earliest flight at 06:15. If you prefer to make the most of your day before taking off, the last flight from LHR to HAM is with British Airways at 19:45.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport on time to catch your flight from London to HAM.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Take the express route from London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Nonstop flights from London to Hamburg Airport (HAM) operate from here.
If you want to leave from LHR, you can take a direct flight from London to Hamburg Airport with British Airways.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save money on your flight from London to HAM. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Brussels Airport (BRU)
Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
LHR is roughly 31 kilometres from central London. To work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This useful traveller tool will give you the fastest route and your public transport options.
Catching an early flight from London to Hamburg Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to London Heathrow Airport:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Searching for other options for a direct flight from London to Hamburg Airport (HAM)? Browse the fares departing from London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
There are plenty of airlines that operate direct flights from London to HAM. Compare your options below to see which carrier works best with your trip plans leaving from LGW:
Visit family or friends or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from London to Hamburg Airport, browse these options when leaving from London Gatwick Airport:
Brussels Airport (BRU)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS)
LGW is around 80 kilometres from central London. It'll take 1 hour and 19 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour and 26 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your flight from London to HAM? Relax in a hotel near London Gatwick Airport before your holiday officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
About Hamburg Airport (HAM)
Book a hotel near HAM if you're catching a late flight from London to Hamburg Airport. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to central Hamburg
Hamburg Airport to the centre of Hamburg is about 29 minutes by car. It's approximately 11 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour and 24 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Hamburg Airport (HAM)
For a one-way ticket from London to Hamburg Airport, Rs6,201 is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return flight from just Rs12,037. These are the lowest fares right now but could change based on availability.
You're more likely to score cheap tickets from London to HAM when you book 4 months before your departure date. We crunched the flight price data and found that's the time fares for this route are generally at their lowest.
You'll score the best savings on your tickets from London to Hamburg Airport if you travel in January. Go one step further and use the 'Whole month' search tool to find the cheapest day to fly.
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Use the filters to tailor your flights from London to Hamburg Airport. Simply enter your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.
The best time to fly from London to Hamburg Airport (HAM)
June is the busiest month to catch a flight from London to Hamburg Airport while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit Hamburg, consider whether you prefer a lively vibe or a quieter pace.
The warmest month in Hamburg is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 26ºC. Book your flights from London to HAM in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees average temperatures of between -5ºC and 6ºC. Look for cheap flights from London to Hamburg Airport sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Hamburg
Start your Hamburg trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from London to Hamburg Airport, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg are top sights which should feature on any well-planned Hamburg itinerary.
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