Travelling from Hamburg to Skopje International Airport (SKP): What you need to know
Get your holiday planning started by working out where you'll take off for your flight from Hamburg to Skopje International Airport (SKP). Hamburg Airport (HAM) and Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC) are the two main airports in Hamburg.
Hop on a direct Hamburg to Skopje International Airport flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 35 minutes.
Skopje International Airport is located in Skopje. The city's timezone is UTC+1 — the same as Hamburg.
The busiest route is from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Skopje International Airport (SKP). You can choose from 4 direct services each week. Wizz Air operates a 8:15am departure between HAM and SKP.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Hamburg to SKP. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
During high season, allow for longer wait times and show up earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Hamburg
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
Hamburg Airport (HAM) makes it easy to travel directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Hamburg to Skopje International Airport (SKP) depart from this terminal.
When jetting out of HAM, you can take a direct flight from Hamburg to Skopje International Airport with Wizz Air.
Wizz Air sees the most traveller bookings for flights from HAM to SKP.
Wizz Air is the most consistent performer for punctuality on this route.
Located around 11 kilometres from central Hamburg, HAM can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
Want an easy start to your trip? Stay near Hamburg Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Hamburg to Skopje International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Of the flights that depart from Hamburg Airport, 75.01% arrive on time at their destination.
Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC)
You can get to LBC from central Hamburg in about 1 hour by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to cover the 80 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Hamburg to SKP flight? Check in to a hotel near Luebeck-Blankensee Airport before your adventure officially begins. These stays have a room with your name on it:
About Skopje International Airport (SKP)
Have a late flight from Hamburg to Skopje International Airport? Don't let it hijack your sleep schedule. Stay at one of these hotels near SKP and hit the pillow fast:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Skopje International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from 387rentacar, Avant Car or Carwiz to explore Skopje and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle around three weeks in advance of your Hamburg to Skopje International Airport flight.
Getting from Skopje International Airport (SKP) to central Skopje
Skopje International Airport is about 18 kilometres from central Skopje. How long it takes to get to the centre in a car hire or cab depends on the time of day. Do some research before you go.
Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Hamburg to Skopje International Airport (SKP)
R 577 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Hamburg to Skopje International Airport. A return flight starts from R 1,154. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
To snap up cheap flights from Hamburg to SKP, book your ticket one month before your planned departure.
The best month for picking up cheap Hamburg to Skopje International Airport tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates with the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Hamburg to Skopje International Airport (SKP)
February is the quietest month for flights from Hamburg to Skopje International Airport (SKP), while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Skopje based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book a Hamburg to SKP plane ticket departing in August if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Skopje to range from 16ºC (61ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
January sees temperatures of between -8ºC (18ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Hamburg to Skopje International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Skopje
After booking your flight from Hamburg to Skopje International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Skopje:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Holocaust Memorial Centre, Macedonia Square and Lake Matka are must-visits when exploring Skopje.
Explore more of North Macedonia
Skopje has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of North Macedonia waiting to be discovered. About 105 kilometres south of Skopje, a trip to Bitola will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Heraclea, Ancient Macedonian City Heraclea Lyncestis and Stevchov vodopad.
Ohrid is another well-known destination in North Macedonia and is around 113 kilometres south-west of Skopje. No trip is complete without experiencing Ohrid Lake cruises Mato Catamarans Excursions, Ohrid Lake and Ohrid Old City.