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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Chicago to Hamburg? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Hamburg.R 4,355 per passenger.Departing Tue, 23 Sep.One-way flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 23 Sep, arriving in Hamburg International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,355, select.
Hamburg.R 4,736 per passenger.Departing Tue, 8 Jul.One-way flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 8 Jul, arriving in Hamburg International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,736, select.
Hamburg.R 4,978 per passenger.Departing Wed, 13 Aug.One-way flight with jetBlue.Outbound indirect flight with jetBlue, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 13 Aug, arriving in Hamburg International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,978, select.
Hamburg.R 7,077 per passenger.Departing Sat, 27 Dec.One-way flight with American Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with American Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sat, 27 Dec, arriving in Hamburg International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,077, select.
Hamburg.R 7,443 per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Feb.One-way flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Thu, 5 Feb, arriving in Hamburg International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,443, select.
Hamburg.R 8,337 per passenger.Departing Mon, 23 Jun.One-way flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Mon, 23 Jun, arriving in Hamburg International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,337, select.
Hamburg.R 8,932 per passenger.Departing Mon, 6 Oct.One-way flight with American Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with American Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Mon, 6 Oct, arriving in Hamburg International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,932, select.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Chicago to Hamburg flights are currently cheapest in September.
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from R 4,736
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from R 4,978
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Alternative Chicago to Hamburg routes

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Chicago to Hamburg: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 4,355
Cheapest month to flySeptember

Finding cheap flights from Chicago to Hamburg: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Hamburg: Hamburg International and Hamburg Lubeck.
The best price we found for a return flight from Chicago to Hamburg is R 8,624. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Chicago to Hamburg. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 8,624.
As of June 2025, there are no flights flying from Chicago to Hamburg.
The cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Hamburg is usually June 2025.
If you're flying from Chicago, the cheapest airport near Hamburg is Hamburg International – which is 9.2 km away from the centre of Hamburg. We've found flights into this airport from R 8,624.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Chicago to Hamburg on Wednesday, 29 October 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Chicago and Hamburg. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Hamburg but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Hamburg is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In June, the average temperature is usually around 15°C. July is typically the warmest month in Hamburg, when it usually averages around 22°C. You can expect the least rain in April. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -2°C. The rainiest month is July.
The cheapest airline that flies to Hamburg is Scandinavian Airlines .

Travelling from Chicago to Hamburg: what you need to know

  • Get your holiday planning started by considering the departure point for your flight from Chicago to Hamburg. O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) are the main airports in Chicago.

  • Hamburg Airport (HAM) is the primary arrival point in Hamburg.

  • Hamburg is six hours ahead of Chicago and follows the UTC+1 timezone.

  • Leave enough time to make your Chicago to Hamburg flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Peak months like August or high seasons such as Thanksgiving and Christmas will mean bigger lines at check-in and security. Be on the safe side and get to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and four hours ahead of an international departure is a wise idea.

How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Hamburg

  • Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap Chicago to Hamburg flights if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.

  • Getting cheap plane tickets from Chicago to Hamburg is easier if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices across each month and walk away with an incredible deal.

  • You don't need to check every day to see if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a better deal comes up on cheap flights from Chicago to Hamburg.

  • Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' Chicago to Hamburg flights.

Flying from Chicago

O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

  • Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a travel break — and maybe even explore a different city. When browsing Chicago to Hamburg flights departing from O'Hare International Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:

    • Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)

  • The journey from central Chicago to ORD takes about 55 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 26 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Searching for a convenient hotel near O'Hare International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Chicago to Hamburg, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:

  • When it comes to O'Hare International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 74.85% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.

  • ORD's address is 10000 West O'Hare.

Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)

  • Using public transport, you can travel from central Chicago to MDW in around 45 minutes. The airport is roughly 14 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 20 minutes.

  • Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Chicago to Hamburg, unwind in one of these hotels near Chicago Midway International Airport:

  • 77.88% of flights leaving Chicago Midway International Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.

  • MDW is located at 5700 South Cicero.

Arriving in Hamburg

Hamburg Airport (HAM)

  • Hamburg Airport (HAM) is approximately 10 kilometres from central Hamburg. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes around 30 minutes.

  • If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 25 minutes.

  • The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Chicago to Hamburg. Book one of these accommodation options near HAM instead:

  • Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Hamburg Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Wheego, Alamo or star car to explore Hamburg and beyond.

  • Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Hamburg Airport around one week ahead of your trip.

Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC)

  • After your flight from Chicago to Hamburg has landed, you can make your way to the city centre in about 1 hour by car. Central Hamburg is approximately 56 kilometres from Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC).

  • If you hop on public transport, the journey will take you 1 hour 30 minutes or so.

  • Grab a Luebeck-Blankensee Airport rental car and experience more with your own wheels. Enterprise is just moments from baggage claim, ensuring a fast and easy pick-up.

  • Avoid filling out paperwork at the rental desk by having everything prearranged. Reserve your ride from LBC in advance so you can just grab the keys and go.

Best time to go to Hamburg

  • It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Chicago to Hamburg. June is the most popular month for a trip to Hamburg. If you prefer a more relaxed atmosphere, go in January.

  • The warmest month in Hamburg is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Lock in your Chicago to Hamburg ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • January has average temperatures of between -5ºC (23ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF). Search for cheap flights from Chicago to Hamburg around that time if you like cooler conditions.

More about Hamburg

  • Once you've booked your flight from Chicago to Hamburg, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Hamburg:

  • There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg are top sights which should feature on any good Hamburg itinerary.

Explore more of Germany

  • Berlin is just one of the many cities in Germany waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Hamburg. Around 257 kilometres to the south-east, popular attractions include Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.

  • If you're ready to explore another major destination in Germany, head for Essen, about 306 kilometres south-west of Hamburg. Aussichtspunkt Wattenscheider Hellweg, Bergischer Weg - 2 Etappe and Hasenwiese are key reasons to visit.

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