Travelling from Toronto to Hamburg: what you need to know
Organising your flight from Toronto to Hamburg begins with finding the best airport to start your trip. Pearson International Airport (YYZ), Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) and Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) are the main departure points in Toronto.
When choosing where to land in Hamburg, Hamburg Airport (HAM) and Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC) are the chief entry points.
Hamburg is five hours ahead of Toronto and follows the UTC+1 timezone.
To ensure you make it on your Toronto to Hamburg flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is a good rule of thumb.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Toronto to Hamburg
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap Toronto to Hamburg flights if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
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Flying from Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
YYZ is about 19 kilometres from central Toronto. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 50 minutes.
After a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near Pearson International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Toronto to Hamburg or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Of the departures from Pearson International Airport, 63.97% arrive on time at their destination.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
With public transport, you can travel from central Toronto to YTZ in around 40 minutes. The terminal is roughly 3 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 35 minutes.
You're going on holiday, so why not spend an additional night away? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport the day before your flight from Toronto to Hamburg:
62% of flights departing Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF)
From the centre of Toronto, YKF is around 80 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to reach the airport by car and 4 hours 5 minutes or so if you take public transport.
Take the 'what ifs' out of departure day — stay near Region of Waterloo International Airport and know you'll make it to your gate with time to spare. Get settled at one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early Toronto to Hamburg flight:
Flights that take off from YKF arrive at their destination on schedule 63.64% of the time.
Arriving in Hamburg
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
The distance from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to central Hamburg is approximately 10 kilometres. It'll take you around 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel near HAM if you're coming in on a late flight from Toronto to Hamburg. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Hit the road running by picking up a Hamburg Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Wheego, Alamo or star car to explore Hamburg and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your ride from Hamburg Airport around one week ahead of your trip.
Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC)
After your flight from Toronto to Hamburg has hit the runway, you can reach the city centre in around 1 hour by car. Central Hamburg is approximately 56 kilometres from Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC).
If you hop on public transport, the journey will take you 1 hour 30 minutes or so.
After your flight from Toronto to Hamburg, rest your head at a hotel near LBC. These are some comfortable options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Grab a Luebeck-Blankensee Airport rental car and see and do more with your own wheels. Enterprise is just moments from arrivals, ensuring a fast and easy pick-up.
Generally, the sooner you book, the better the prices and selection of vehicles. Secure your ride from LBC the moment you know your dates.
Best time to go to Hamburg
January is the quietest month for flights from Toronto to Hamburg, while June is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Hamburg based on whether you prefer a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your Toronto to Hamburg tickets, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. 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). Look for cheap flights from Toronto to Hamburg around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Hamburg
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Hamburg right here. Check out these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Toronto to Hamburg:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg are leading attractions which should be on every Hamburg itinerary.
Explore more of Germany
Hamburg has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Germany you'll want to see. About 257 kilometres south-east of Hamburg, a visit to Berlin will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
Essen is another sought-after destination in Germany and is around 306 kilometres south-west of Hamburg. No journey is complete without dropping by Aussichtspunkt Wattenscheider Hellweg, Bergischer Weg - 2 Etappe and Hasenwiese.