Travelling from Ottawa to Hamburg: what you need to know
Planning your getaway begins with working out where you'll leave from in Ottawa. Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) is the city's main base, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Ottawa to Hamburg departing from here.
Hamburg Airport (HAM) and Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC) are Hamburg's major entry points.
Give yourself enough time to catch your Ottawa to Hamburg flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Longer lines at check-in and security are likely if you're heading away during high season, so allow some extra wiggle room. A good rule for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa to Hamburg
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap Ottawa to Hamburg flights if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
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Flying from Ottawa
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
YOW is around 11 kilometres from central Ottawa. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 45 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Ottawa to Hamburg? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport:
When it comes to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 58.21% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
The address for YOW is 50 Airport Road.
Arriving in Hamburg
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
Hamburg Airport (HAM) to central Hamburg takes around 30 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 10 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Ottawa to Hamburg. Check in to one of these accommodation options near HAM instead:
Explore without limits with a Hamburg Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Wheego, Alamo or star car and find adventure across Hamburg and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Hamburg Airport around one week ahead of your Ottawa to Hamburg flight.
Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC)
Once your flight from Ottawa to Hamburg has hit the tarmac, you can reach the city centre in around 1 hour by car. Central Hamburg is approximately 56 kilometres from Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC).
The trip will take approximately 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.
There are some comfortable places ready to welcome you near LBC. Unwind after your Ottawa to Hamburg flight at any of these well-located options:
Why follow someone else's schedule? Grab a Luebeck-Blankensee Airport rental car and take charge of your own adventure. Book your wheels here with Enterprise.
Typically, the earlier you book, the more you save and the better your options. Lock in your ride from LBC as soon as your plans are confirmed.
Best time to go to Hamburg
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Ottawa to Hamburg. June is the most popular month for a trip to Hamburg. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in January.
Before locking in your Ottawa to Hamburg tickets, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Hamburg, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Ottawa to Hamburg in January when temperatures average between -5ºC (23ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF).
More about Hamburg
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Hamburg right here. Browse these hotels after locking in your flight from Ottawa to Hamburg:
Miniatur Wunderland and Elbphilharmonie Hamburg are just two of the leading attractions to put on your Hamburg must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Port of Hamburg.
Explore more of Germany
Hamburg has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Germany you should also see. Around 257 kilometres south-east of Hamburg, a visit to Berlin will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
Essen is another must-experience destination in Germany and is around 306 kilometres south-west of Hamburg. No trip is complete without experiencing Aussichtspunkt Wattenscheider Hellweg, Bergischer Weg - 2 Etappe and Hasenwiese.
