Travelling from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Hamburg: what you need to know
Edinburgh Airport is located in Edinburgh. Following the UTC+1 timezone, Hamburg is one hour ahead of Edinburgh.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to catch your EDI to Hamburg flight.
Longer lines at security and check-in are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so allow some extra breathing room. A good rule of thumb for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
You can book a direct Edinburgh Airport to Hamburg ticket. Begin your journey at EDI and end it at Hamburg Airport (HAM).
Ryanair UK is a leading airline that operates direct flights from Edinburgh Airport to Hamburg.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling and maybe even tick off a new city. When searching for flight tickets from EDI to Hamburg, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Travelling from central Edinburgh to EDI takes about 40 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Hamburg? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near EDI:
Of the flights that depart from Edinburgh Airport, 67.94% land on schedule at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Hamburg
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Hamburg flight is R 1,022. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 2,410. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from EDI to Hamburg if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
Finding cheap tickets from Edinburgh Airport to Hamburg is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to access the lowest prices throughout the month and walk away with an incredible deal.
There's no need to check in daily to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's an even better deal on cheap flights from EDI to Hamburg.
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Airports in Hamburg
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
Hamburg Airport (HAM) to the centre of Hamburg takes about 30 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 11 kilometres away.
It typically takes 1 hour 25 minutes to get there by public transport.
If you have a late flight from Edinburgh Airport to Hamburg, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near HAM:
Go where the road takes you with a Hamburg Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Wheego, Alamo or star car and chase adventure across Hamburg and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Hamburg Airport around one week in advance of your flight from EDI to Hamburg.
Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC)
Once your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Hamburg has arrived, you can make your way to the city centre in about 1 hour by car. Central Hamburg is roughly 80 kilometres from Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC).
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 1 hour 30 minutes.
There are some great places ready to welcome you near LBC. Unwind and get cosy after your EDI to Hamburg flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Why base your plans around someone else's schedule? Grab a Luebeck-Blankensee Airport rental car and take charge of your own adventure. Reserve your wheels here with Enterprise.
Avoid filling out paperwork at the rental desk by completing your booking beforehand. Reserve your ride from LBC a few weeks in advance so you can simply pick up the keys and get on your way.
Best time to go to Hamburg
Carefully consider your travel dates before locking in your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Hamburg. The city comes alive in peak season, but rates are generally higher and attractions can get crowded. Plan your trip to Hamburg in low season if you want a quieter vibe.
When booking your Edinburgh Airport to Hamburg flight ticket, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Hamburg, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from EDI to Hamburg in January when temperatures average between -5ºC (23ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF).
More about Hamburg
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Hamburg right here. Check out these hotels after locking in your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Hamburg:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Elbphilharmonie Hamburg, Miniatur Wunderland and Port of Hamburg are attractions you won't want to skip in Hamburg.
Explore more of Germany
Berlin is just one of the many cities in Germany waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Hamburg. Around 257 kilometres away to the south-east, popular attractions include Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
Essen is another favourite destination in Germany and is around 306 kilometres south-west of Hamburg. No journey is complete without dropping by Aussichtspunkt Wattenscheider Hellweg, Bergischer Weg - 2 Etappe and Hasenwiese.
