Flying from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) to Hamburg: what you need to know
Prague (the location of Vaclav Havel Airport Prague) and Hamburg follow the same timezone — UTC+1.
Leave plenty of time to get on your PRG to Hamburg flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're jetting off during a major holiday or another peak period, allow extra time. A good rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even tick a new city off your list. When browsing for flight tickets from PRG to Hamburg, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some options to consider:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Located around 13 kilometres from central Prague, PRG can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 50 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague to Hamburg? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to PRG:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Vaclav Havel Airport Prague, 69.89% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) to Hamburg
R 1,083 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Vaclav Havel Airport Prague to Hamburg flight. A round-trip flight ticket right now is R 2,748. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.
Booking in advance is often the key to securing a cheap flight from PRG to Hamburg. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague to Hamburg across the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
You don't need to keep checking in to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you when there's an extra saving on cheap flights from PRG to Hamburg.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague 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 around 1 hour 25 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague to Hamburg. Check in to one of these accommodation options near HAM instead:
Go where the road takes you with a Hamburg Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Wheego, Alamo or star car and venture far and wide through Hamburg and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your ride from Hamburg Airport about one week in advance of your flight from PRG to Hamburg.
Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC)
Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC) is around 80 kilometres from the centre of Hamburg. Once you've hopped off your flight from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague to Hamburg, it'll take you around 1 hour to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre takes 1 hour 30 minutes or so.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel near LBC. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your PRG to Hamburg flight:
Find the perfect playlist and hit the road in a Luebeck-Blankensee Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Enterprise and begin discovering new places right away.
In general, the sooner you book, the more you save and the better your options. Secure your ride from LBC as soon as you've confirmed your plans.
Best time to go to Hamburg
Visit Hamburg during the high season if you prefer a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices may be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague to Hamburg in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
Before locking in your Vaclav Havel Airport Prague to Hamburg flight ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Hamburg, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -5ºC (23ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from PRG to Hamburg around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Hamburg
Start your Hamburg trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague to Hamburg, check out our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Elbphilharmonie Hamburg, Miniatur Wunderland and Port of Hamburg are major attractions which should feature on any good Hamburg itinerary.
Explore more of Germany
You've done Hamburg, now it's time to discover other parts of Germany. Journey around 257 kilometres south-east to Berlin to check off its top sights. From Brandenburg Gate to Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 306 kilometres south-west of Hamburg, Essen is another essential stop in Germany. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Aussichtspunkt Wattenscheider Hellweg, Bergischer Weg - 2 Etappe and Hasenwiese.
