Travelling from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Toronto: what you need to know
The timezone in Toronto is UTC-4. The city is five hours behind Hamburg, where Hamburg Airport is located.
Give yourself enough time to make your HAM to Toronto flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Heading away during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling and perhaps even tick a new city off your list. When searching for flight tickets from HAM to Toronto, deselect 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)
Manchester Airport (MAN)
HAM is about 10 kilometres from central Hamburg. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near HAM. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Hamburg Airport to Toronto or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are all about convenience:
75.01% of flights taking off from Hamburg Airport arrive at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Toronto
The best price we've found for a one-way Hamburg Airport to Toronto flight is R 4,852. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 8,596. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from HAM to Toronto, book in advance. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights first go on sale.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, check out the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when searching for a Hamburg Airport to Toronto ticket.
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Airports in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to the centre of Toronto takes about 25 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 27 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 50 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Hamburg Airport to Toronto. Book one of these accommodation options near YYZ instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Pearson International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Green Motion or Thrifty to explore Toronto and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Pearson International Airport around three weeks before your flight from HAM to Toronto.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
After your flight from Hamburg Airport to Toronto has hit the tarmac, you can reach the city centre in about 35 minutes by car. Central Toronto is roughly 3 kilometres from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ).
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 40 minutes.
You'll find some great places ready to welcome you near YTZ. Settle in and get cosy after your HAM to Toronto flight at one of these perfectly located options:
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Hertz, National or Avis and make a speedy getaway.
Avoid paying extra. Reserving your ride one week before your arrival at YTZ can land you a better rate.
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF)
Step off your flight from Hamburg Airport to Toronto and go straight to your hotel or start taking in the sights right away. Central Toronto is around 105 kilometres from Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) and usually takes 1 hour 15 minutes to reach by car.
Public transport can get you there in about 4 hours 5 minutes.
Enjoy a quiet, low-key start to your trip by checking in to a hotel near YKF after your HAM to Toronto flight. Take a load off after a long travel day or simply give yourself time to settle into a new destination at:
Whether you're searching for a mini for a solo escape or a spacious SUV to transport your group, you'll find the ideal Region of Waterloo International Airport rental car for you. Check out the types of wheels available here from names such as Avis, Enterprise and Budget.
If you're looking for a certain type of vehicle, booking early gives you a better shot at finding what you want. Book your ride from YKF at least a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from Hamburg Airport to Toronto.
Best time to go to Toronto
Before scheduling your flights from Hamburg Airport to Toronto, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Toronto offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while low season means you'll get cheaper hotel deals and smaller crowds.
Before locking in your Hamburg Airport to Toronto flight ticket, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Toronto, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from HAM to Toronto in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 1ºC (34ºF) on average.
More about Toronto
After booking your flight from Hamburg Airport to Toronto, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Toronto:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Royal Ontario Museum, CN Tower and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District are essential stops on your Toronto itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
You've visited Toronto, now it's time to explore more of Canada. Travel about 499 kilometres north-east to Montreal to tick off its top attractions. From Mount Royal Park to Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal, your itinerary will be busy.
If there's time to check out another major destination in Canada, head for Ottawa, roughly 354 kilometres north-east of Toronto. Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada are among the biggest draws.
