Flying from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Hamburg: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 2 hours 20 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Hamburg.
Hamburg's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Rome (the location of Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport).
With 15 flights a week between the two airports, Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Hamburg Airport (HAM) is the most popular route. Wizz Air Malta operates the earliest flight at 06:45. If you're eager to get more out of your day before jetting off, the latest flight from FCO to HAM is with Eurowings at 20:05.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your FCO to Hamburg flight.
If you're jetting off during a bank holiday or another peak period, give yourself more time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
Begin your journey at FCO and travel nonstop to Hamburg Airport (HAM). That will be your arrival point when searching for Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Hamburg tickets.
You can choose from a variety of airlines offering direct flights from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Hamburg, including:
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and possibly even explore another city. When browsing for flight tickets from FCO to Hamburg, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
FCO is around 23 kilometres from central Rome. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 50 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near FCO. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Hamburg or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are a convenient choice:
Of all flights departing from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, 70.57% touch down on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Hamburg
The best price we've seen for a one-way Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Hamburg flight is R 752. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 1,272. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book one month before flying. Research on pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from FCO to Hamburg.
May is the best month for picking up an incredible deal on Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Hamburg tickets. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from FCO to Hamburg by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
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Airports in Hamburg
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
Hamburg Airport (HAM) is around 11 kilometres from the centre of Hamburg. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 30 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 25 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Hamburg, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near HAM:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Hamburg Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Wheego, Alamo or star car and explore beyond Hamburg's main sights.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Hamburg Airport about one week ahead of your flight from FCO to Hamburg.
Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC)
Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC) is roughly 80 kilometres from the centre of Hamburg. Once you've hopped off your flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Hamburg, it'll take you around 1 hour to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport will take around 1 hour 30 minutes.
After stepping off your FCO to Hamburg flight, kick back at a hotel near LBC. These are some great options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Crank up the music and hit the road in a Luebeck-Blankensee Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Enterprise and get your trip rolling right away.
Typically, the earlier you book, the bigger the savings and variety of vehicles. Reserve your ride from LBC as soon as you've confirmed your plans.
Best time to go to Hamburg
Plan your trip to Hamburg during the high season if you want a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Hamburg in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
The warmest month in Hamburg is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Book your Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Hamburg flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from FCO to Hamburg in January when temperatures average between -5ºC (23ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF).
More about Hamburg
After booking your flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Hamburg, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Hamburg:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Elbphilharmonie Hamburg, Miniatur Wunderland and Port of Hamburg are essential stops on your Hamburg itinerary.
Explore more of Germany
You've seen Hamburg, now it's time to explore more of Germany. Journey about 257 kilometres south-east to Berlin to tick off its must-visit sights. From Brandenburg Gate to Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery, your itinerary will be busy.
Essen is another essential stop in Germany and is around 306 kilometres south-west of Hamburg. No journey is complete without a visit to Aussichtspunkt Wattenscheider Hellweg, Bergischer Weg - 2 Etappe and Hasenwiese.