Flying from London to Hamburg: what you need to know
You can select from a number of airports when organising your flight from London to Hamburg. Explore your options for flying out of London from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), London Gatwick Airport (LGW) or London Stansted Airport (STN). London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) also service London.
When it comes to planning your arrival in Hamburg, Hamburg International Airport (HAM) and Hamburg Lubeck Airport (LBC) are the chief entry points.
Around 1 hour 35 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct London to Hamburg flight.
The timezone in Hamburg is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of London.
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Hamburg International Airport (HAM) is the most popular route that connects these two cities. There are 44 flights a week to pick from. If you have things to do before heading off, the last flight from London to Hamburg is with British Airways at 20:15. Go for the first LHR to HAM departure operated by British Airways at 06:25 to make the most of your first day in Hamburg.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to board your London to Hamburg flight.
You can expect longer lines in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Hamburg
R 279 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from London to Hamburg. Return flights start from R 632. These fares may change based on availability.
Book eight months before travelling. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap London to Hamburg flights.
January is the best month for picking up an incredible deal on a plane ticket from London to Hamburg. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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Flying from London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
You can book a direct flight from London to Hamburg departing from London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Start your trip at LHR and arrive at Hamburg International Airport (HAM).
British Airways is a popular carrier that offers direct London to Hamburg plane tickets leaving from LHR.
We make it a cinch to find a London to Hamburg flight with a stopover. To see all the options leaving from London Heathrow Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers include:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Brussels International Airport (BRU)
Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS)
The journey from central London to LHR takes around 25 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 26 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
After an easy start to your break? Stay near London Heathrow Airport. Whether you have an early flight from London to Hamburg or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
When it comes to the on-time performance of London Heathrow Airport, 78% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Rather fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW)? This hub offers nonstop flights from London to Hamburg, seamlessly connecting to Hamburg International Airport (HAM).
EasyJet offers direct London to Hamburg plane tickets from LGW. Book your preferred seat and reach your destination in a single stretch.
Visit family or friends or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your London to Hamburg flight, here's where you can stop when departing from London Gatwick Airport:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
LGW is about 40 kilometres from central London. It'll take 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
You're off on holiday, so why not spend an additional night away? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near London Gatwick Airport the day before your flight from London to Hamburg:
Flights from London Gatwick Airport have a track record for punctuality, with 83% of them landing as planned.
London Stansted Airport (STN)
Get there faster with a direct flight from London to Hamburg. From London Stansted Airport (STN), you can go straight through to Hamburg International Airport (HAM) or Hamburg Lubeck Airport (LBC).
Ryanair is one trusted airline that offers direct London to Hamburg plane tickets from STN.
Lock in a ticket from London to Hamburg out of London Stansted Airport (STN) with one or more stops. Some popular stopovers between STN and Hamburg are:
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Cologne Airport (CGN)
The journey to STN from the centre of London is around 45 minutes by public transport. If you prefer to travel by car, it'll take you about 1 hour 5 minutes to cover the 48 kilometres or so.
Set yourself up for a smooth departure — stay near London Stansted Airport and know you'll be at your gate with time to spare. Get comfy at one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early London to Hamburg flight:
STN has a very good on-time arrivals rating of 80%, so you can count on your flight to stay on track and touch down when it should.
Arriving in Hamburg
Hamburg International Airport (HAM)
The distance from Hamburg International Airport (HAM) to central Hamburg is roughly 10 kilometres. It'll take you around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 25 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from London to Hamburg. Reserve one of these accommodation options near HAM instead:
Pick up a Hamburg International Airport rental car and discover Hamburg and beyond with your own set of wheels. Wheego, Alamo and star car are popular providers you can book with here.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Hamburg International Airport about one week ahead of your London to Hamburg flight.
Hamburg Lubeck Airport (LBC)
Hamburg Lubeck Airport (LBC) is roughly 56 kilometres from the centre of Hamburg. Once you've hopped off your flight from London to Hamburg, it takes approximately 1 hour 5 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 1 hour 35 minutes or so.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near LBC. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from London to Hamburg:
Grab a Hamburg Lubeck Airport rental car and unlock a world of freedom with your own set of wheels. Enterprise is just moments from arrivals, ensuring a fast and easy pick-up.
Avoid filling out paperwork at the rental desk by completing your booking beforehand. Secure your ride from LBC in advance so you can just grab the keys and get going.
Best time to go to Hamburg
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from London to Hamburg. September is the busiest month to travel to Hamburg. If you like a quieter vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Hamburg is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Book your London to Hamburg ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between -5ºC (23ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF). Look for cheap flights from London to Hamburg around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Hamburg
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Hamburg right here. Explore these hotels once you've booked your flight from London to Hamburg:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg are essential stops on your Hamburg itinerary.
Explore more of Germany
You've seen Hamburg, now it's time to discover other corners of Germany. Travel about 257 kilometres southeast to Berlin to check off its leading attractions. From Brandenburg Gate to Reichstag Building and Berlin Philharmonic, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Essen is another essential stop in Germany and is around 306 kilometres southwest of Hamburg. No journey is complete without dropping by PACT Zollverein, Philharmonie Essen and Red Dot Design Museum.