Flying from Hamburg to New York: what you need to know
Hamburg Airport (HAM) is Hamburg's main airport. Explore your options for booking a flight from Hamburg to New York taking off from here.
New York has a variety of airports you can jet into. Hop off the plane at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) or LaGuardia Airport (LGA).
New York's timezone is UTC-4, which makes New York five hours behind Hamburg.
To ensure you board your Hamburg to New York flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is a good rule of thumb.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Hamburg to New York
To pick up cheap Hamburg to New York flights, book as early as possible. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights first go on sale.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when searching for your plane ticket from Hamburg to New York.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from Hamburg to New York by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Find a cheap Hamburg to New York flight with the help of our filters. Choose your ideal times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Flying from Hamburg
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a travel break — and maybe even visit a new city. When browsing Hamburg to New York flights departing from Hamburg Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS)
Located around 10 kilometres from central Hamburg, HAM can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Hamburg to New York? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to Hamburg Airport:
Of all flights leaving Hamburg Airport, 75.01% land on time at their destination.
Arriving in New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to central New York takes around 50 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 19 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Hamburg to New York, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near JFK:
Grab a John F. Kennedy International Airport rental car and discover New York and beyond with your own set of wheels. Budget, Dollar and Sixt are popular outlets to choose from here.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from John F. Kennedy International Airport around two weeks in advance of your Hamburg to New York flight.
JFK is situated at JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
The centre of New York is located around 14 kilometres from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). Once your flight from Hamburg to New York has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of about 30 minutes.
The trip will take about 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from Hamburg to New York, tuck yourself in at a hotel near EWR. These are some comfortable options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Newark Liberty International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Dollar, Budget or Thrifty and be off and running.
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Booking your ride from EWR three weeks in advance often means better deals and a greater selection of vehicles.
You can find Newark Liberty International Airport at Building 1, Conrad Road.
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
Hop off your flight from Hamburg to New York and go directly to your hotel or start sightseeing right away. The centre of New York is around 13 kilometres from LaGuardia Airport (LGA) and takes roughly 25 minutes to reach driving.
If you travel by public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour.
If you don't want to make the journey into the centre, head for a hotel close to LGA. Settle in at one of these stays after your Hamburg to New York flight:
Take the guesswork out of the next leg of your trip with a LaGuardia Airport rental car. Dollar, Ace Rent a Car and Thrifty are dependable companies for booking.
About two weeks ahead of your flight from Hamburg to New York is a good time to book your vehicle from LGA. You're more likely to lock in a better rate or even pick up some early bird discounts.
LaGuardia Airport's address is Hangar 7 Centre.
Best time to go to New York
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Hamburg to New York. July is the most popular month for a trip to New York. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in May.
The warmest month in New York is July, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your Hamburg to New York ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Look for cheap flights from Hamburg to New York around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about New York
Start your New York trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Hamburg to New York, browse our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building are top sights which should feature on any good New York itinerary.
Explore more of United States
New York is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of United States waiting to be explored. Around 129 kilometres south-west of New York, a visit to Philadelphia will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
If you want to check out another well-known destination in United States, head for Boston, roughly 306 kilometres north-east of New York. Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum are highlights.