Flying from Hamburg to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX): What you need to know
Los Angeles is nine hours behind Hamburg. Los Angeles International Airport is located in Los Angeles, which is in the UTC-8 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Hamburg to LAX. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
During popular months like September, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Airports in Hamburg
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
We make it simple to find cheap flights from Hamburg to LAX with a stopover. To explore all the options departing from Hamburg Airport (HAM), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between HAM and LAX include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Located around 11 kilometres from central Hamburg, HAM can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 25 minutes.
Searching for a comfortable hotel near Hamburg Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Hamburg to Los Angeles International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
77% of flights that take off from Hamburg Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC)
The distance from Hamburg's city centre to LBC is around 56 kilometres. Take into account transport options and potential delays when working out the quickest way to get to the airport.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Hamburg to LAX flight? Unwind in a hotel near Luebeck-Blankensee Airport before your holiday officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
As far as flight punctuality goes, Luebeck-Blankensee Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 78%.
About Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Hamburg to Los Angeles International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near LAX:
For the lowest price, book your ride around one week in advance of your Hamburg to Los Angeles International Airport flight.
LAX is located at One World Way.
Getting from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport is around 29 kilometres from central Los Angeles. It takes around 35 minutes or so to drive to the city.
It'll take around 1 hour when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Hamburg to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Currently, R 6,561 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Hamburg to Los Angeles International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 10,011. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Hamburg to LAX, book ahead. Airlines typically offer lower fares when tickets first go on sale.
Cheap Hamburg to Los Angeles International Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across every month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
There's no need to check every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a better deal is available on plane tickets from Hamburg to LAX.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Hamburg to Los Angeles International Airport.
The best time to fly from Hamburg to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when planning your trip dates. December is the quietest month to visit Los Angeles. July is when most people book flights from Hamburg to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), which may be ideal if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
Book a Hamburg to LAX plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Los Angeles to range from 16ºC (61ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Hamburg to Los Angeles International Airport in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
More about Los Angeles
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Los Angeles right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Hamburg to Los Angeles International Airport:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be hard to figure out where to start. Hollywood Sign, Universal Studios Hollywood and Hollywood Bowl are leading attractions which should feature on any good Los Angeles itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
San Diego is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen Los Angeles. Around 177 kilometres away to the southeast, well-known attractions include San Diego Zoo, San Diego Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum.
If there's time to check out another corner of the United States, consider Bakersfield, roughly 161 kilometres north of Los Angeles. Kern County Museum, Rabobank Arena, Theatre & Convention Centre and Bakersfield Museum of Art are highlights.