Flying from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Tokyo: what you need to know
The timezone in Tokyo is UTC+9. The city is eight hours ahead of Hamburg, where Hamburg Airport is located.
Give yourself enough time to get on your HAM to Tokyo flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're flying during high season, so allow some extra wiggle 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.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and possibly even visit a new city. When browsing for flight tickets from HAM to Tokyo, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Located around 10 kilometres from central Hamburg, HAM can be reached in about 30 minutes by car. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your holiday? Stay near HAM. Whether you have an early flight from Hamburg Airport to Tokyo or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are all about convenience:
Of the flights that depart from Hamburg Airport, 75.01% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Tokyo
R 7,339 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Hamburg Airport to Tokyo flight. A return flight ticket right now is R 13,414. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to land cheap flights from HAM to Tokyo if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
Scoring cheap tickets from Hamburg Airport to Tokyo is more likely if you can be flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to get the best prices across every month and walk away with a fantastic deal.
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Airports in Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
The distance from Haneda Airport (HND) to central Tokyo is roughly 16 kilometres. It'll take you around 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Hamburg Airport to Tokyo, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near HND:
Hit the road running by picking up a Haneda Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Nissan Rent a Car or Times and experience the lesser-explored corners of Tokyo and beyond.
For the lowest price, book your vehicle from Haneda Airport around three weeks in advance of your flight from HAM to Tokyo.
You'll find HND at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Narita International Airport (NRT) is around 64 kilometres from central Tokyo. After your flight from Hamburg Airport to Tokyo, it'll take you around 1 hour to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel close to NRT. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your HAM to Tokyo flight:
The fastest way to reach your destination is with a Narita International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Airport Car Hire, JDM Rent a car or Miki Car Hire and make a speedy getaway.
Avoid potential price surges. Securing your ride four weeks before your arrival at NRT will save you money.
You'll find Narita International Airport at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Best time to go to Tokyo
Plan your trip to Tokyo in high season if you prefer a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices may be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Hamburg Airport to Tokyo during low season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
The warmest month in Tokyo is August, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your Hamburg Airport to Tokyo flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
February has average temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from HAM to Tokyo around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Tokyo
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Tokyo right here. Check out these options once you've booked your flight from Hamburg Airport to Tokyo:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Senso-ji Temple Yogodo, Tokyo Tower and Mag's Park Rooftop Shibuya Crossing are essential stops on your Tokyo itinerary.
Explore more of Japan
Osaka is just one of the many cities in Japan waiting to be discovered once you've seen Tokyo. Around 402 kilometres away to the west, well-known attractions include Osaka Castle, Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan.
If there's time to check out another corner of Japan, consider Nagoya, roughly 257 kilometres west of Tokyo. Nagoya Castle, Atsuta Shrine and Osu Kannon Temple are key highlights.
