Flying from Gran Canaria Airport (LPA) to Hamburg: what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Gran Canaria Airport to Hamburg is 5 hours 10 minutes.
The timezone in Hamburg is UTC+1. The city is one hour ahead of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, where Gran Canaria Airport is located.
With eight weekly flights between the two airports, Gran Canaria Airport (LPA) to Hamburg Airport (HAM) is the most popular route. Hop on Eurowings's 11:15 flight to get your journey from LPA to HAM underway.
For a relaxed start to your LPA to Hamburg flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Delays at check-in and security are likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself a bit more breathing room. A good rule of thumb for peak times? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Direct Gran Canaria Airport to Hamburg tickets are available for booking. Hamburg Airport (HAM) is where you'll be landing.
You can choose from various airlines that operate direct flights from Gran Canaria Airport to Hamburg, including:
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even visit a new city. When searching for flight tickets from LPA to Hamburg, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some options to consider:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Lanzarote Airport (ACE)
Travelling from central Las Palmas de Gran Canaria to LPA takes around 1 hour 40 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 23 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near LPA. Whether you're taking an early flight from Gran Canaria Airport to Hamburg or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
When it comes to Gran Canaria Airport's on-time performance, data shows 68.09% of flights complete their journey on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Gran Canaria Airport (LPA) to Hamburg
R 1,269 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Gran Canaria Airport to Hamburg flight. A return flight ticket right now is R 2,441. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
Book nine months before travelling. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from LPA to Hamburg.
The best month for picking up cheap Gran Canaria Airport to Hamburg tickets is January. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then select the dates offering the lowest fares.
There's no need to check in daily to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's an extra saving on cheap flights from LPA to Hamburg.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Gran Canaria Airport to Hamburg.
Airports in Hamburg
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
Hamburg Airport (HAM) to central Hamburg takes about 30 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 11 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 25 minutes.
Think about booking a hotel close to HAM if you're coming in on a late flight from Gran Canaria Airport to Hamburg. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up a Hamburg 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 get the best deal, book your vehicle from Hamburg Airport about one week ahead of your flight from LPA to Hamburg.
Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC)
Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC) is about 80 kilometres from central Hamburg. After your flight from Gran Canaria Airport to Hamburg, it'll take you around 1 hour to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take around 1 hour 30 minutes.
After stepping off your LPA to Hamburg flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to LBC. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Pick up a Luebeck-Blankensee Airport rental car and set off toward new discoveries with your own wheels. Enterprise is just moments from baggage claim, ensuring a fast and easy pick-up.
Get the vehicle you actually want, not just what's left over, by securing your ride from LBC ahead of your arrival. You'll also avoid last-minute price surges, especially during peak travel times.
Best time to go to Hamburg
Carefully consider your dates before locking in your flight from Gran Canaria Airport to Hamburg. The city buzzes during high season, but hotel rates are usually higher and top attractions can be busy. Visit Hamburg in the low season if you like a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in a Gran Canaria Airport to Hamburg flight ticket with a departure in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from LPA to Hamburg in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -5ºC (23ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF) on average.
More about Hamburg
Once you've booked your flight from Gran Canaria Airport to Hamburg, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Hamburg:
Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Miniatur Wunderland are a couple of popular attractions to put on your Hamburg travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Port of Hamburg.
Explore more of Germany
You've visited Hamburg, now it's time to explore more of Germany. Travel around 257 kilometres south-east to Berlin to check off its top sights. From Brandenburg Gate to Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in Germany, consider Essen, about 306 kilometres south-west of Hamburg. Aussichtspunkt Wattenscheider Hellweg, Bergischer Weg - 2 Etappe and Hasenwiese are among the biggest draws.