Flying from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Hamburg: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 1 hour 10 minutes. That's the average time for a direct flight from Frankfurt Airport to Hamburg.
Hamburg's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Frankfurt (the location of Frankfurt Airport).
The most popular route is from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Hamburg Airport (HAM). Take your pick of 109 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to get on your way as soon as possible, the earliest flight from FRA to HAM is the 06:30 Lufthansa option. If you're planning to fly out later on, the final departure is at 21:25 with Lufthansa.
Give yourself enough time to make your FRA to Hamburg flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as September, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during high season in general.
You can book a direct Frankfurt Airport to Hamburg ticket. Begin your trip at FRA and arrive at Hamburg Airport (HAM).
Check out the offers from Lufthansa. This airline has direct flights from Frankfurt Airport to Hamburg.
Located around 11 kilometres from central Frankfurt, FRA can be reached in about 25 minutes by car. The journey on public transport takes roughly 20 minutes.
Looking for a hotel near FRA? If you're catching an early flight from Frankfurt Airport to Hamburg, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Of all flights leaving Frankfurt Airport, 74% arrive on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Hamburg
R 1,394 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Frankfurt Airport to Hamburg flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is R 2,346. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to land cheap flights from FRA to Hamburg if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price across every month when looking for a Frankfurt Airport to Hamburg ticket.
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Airports in Hamburg
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
The distance from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to central Hamburg is roughly 11 kilometres. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you around 25 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Frankfurt Airport to Hamburg, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near HAM:
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Hamburg Airport about one week in advance of your flight from FRA to Hamburg.
Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC)
If you're staying in central Hamburg (or just want to start sightseeing straight away), the city is around 56 kilometres from Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC). Keep an eye out for any visitor information desks to get directions after hopping off your flight from Frankfurt Airport to Hamburg.
After stepping off your FRA to Hamburg flight, unwind at a hotel near LBC. These are some comfortable options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Generally speaking, the sooner you book, the better the prices and vehicle selection. Reserve your ride from LBC the moment you know your dates.
Best time to go to Hamburg
September is the most popular month for flights from Frankfurt Airport to Hamburg. To avoid the crowds, head to Hamburg in January.
Book a Frankfurt Airport to Hamburg plane ticket with a departure in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -5ºC (23ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from FRA to Hamburg around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Hamburg
Start your Hamburg trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Frankfurt Airport to Hamburg, check out our range of hotels including:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Elbphilharmonie Hamburg, Miniatur Wunderland and Port of Hamburg are essential stops on your Hamburg itinerary.
Explore more of Germany
Berlin is just one of the many cities in Germany waiting to be explored once you've seen Hamburg. Around 257 kilometres away to the southeast, well-known attractions include Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall and Parliament Building.
If you're ready to explore another side of Germany, head for Essen, roughly 306 kilometres southwest of Hamburg. PACT Zollverein, Philharmonie Essen and Red Dot Design Museum are among the biggest draws.