Travelling from Seattle to Hamburg: what you need to know
Start your travel planning by considering where you'll board your flight from Seattle to Hamburg. Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) and Lake Union Sea Plane Base (LKE) are the two main airports in Seattle.
Disembark at Hamburg's chief entry point, Hamburg Airport (HAM).
To ensure you catch your flight from Seattle to Hamburg, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months like July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
If you have a passport from United States and want to travel to Germany for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, entry and visa requirements may vary based on the reason for your trip and are subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, contact your destination's nearest consulate or embassy before booking a cheap flight from Seattle to Hamburg.
Flying from Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling — and perhaps even explore a different city. When searching for flights from Seattle to Hamburg departing from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
SEA is about 23 kilometres from central Seattle. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 18 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be approximately 54 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Seattle to Hamburg? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near Seattle-Tacoma International Airport:
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)
Break up your flight from Seattle to Hamburg with a stop so you can recharge or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Some great stopovers between Seattle-Tacoma International Airport and Hamburg include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Seattle to LKE in about 23 minutes. The airport is roughly 3 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 11 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your flight from Seattle to Hamburg? Check in to a hotel near Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport before your adventure officially starts. Consider one of these stays:
Arriving in Hamburg
Hamburg Lubeck Airport (LBC)
Hamburg Lubeck Airport (LBC) to the centre of Hamburg is about 59 minutes by car. It's approximately 80 kilometres away.
Getting there on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour and 30 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Seattle to Hamburg. Book one of these accommodation options near LBC instead:
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
Central Hamburg is approximately 11 kilometres from Hamburg Airport (HAM). Once your flight from Seattle to Hamburg has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should take about 29 minutes.
The journey will take roughly 1 hour and 24 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from Seattle to Hamburg, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to HAM. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Hamburg
Rs79,417 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Seattle to Hamburg. Return flights start at Rs151,268. These fares may change depending on demand.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from Seattle to Hamburg if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird discounts.
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Best time to go to Hamburg
Visit Hamburg in peak season if you want a vibrant atmosphere, but remember that prices are usually higher. Or, schedule your flights from Seattle to Hamburg in the low season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
When booking your flight from Seattle to Hamburg, think about the type of weather you like best. August is the warmest month in Hamburg, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC to 26ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Seattle to Hamburg in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -5ºC and 6ºC on average.
More about Hamburg
After booking your flight from Seattle to Hamburg, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Hamburg:
Miniatur Wunderland and Elbphilharmonie Hamburg are just two of the big attractions to put on your Hamburg itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Port of Hamburg.
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