Flying from Vancouver to Hamburg: what you need to know
You can choose from multiple airports when planning your flight from Vancouver to Hamburg. Check out your options for jetting out of Vancouver from Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH) and Abbotsford Airport (YXX).
Hamburg Airport (HAM) is the primary arrival point in Hamburg.
Hamburg is eight hours ahead of Vancouver and observes the UTC+1 timezone.
To ensure you board your Vancouver to Hamburg flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a peak month such as August? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Hamburg
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap Vancouver to Hamburg flights if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
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Flying from Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Located around 11 kilometres from the centre of Vancouver, YVR can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Have an early flight from Vancouver to Hamburg? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to Vancouver International Airport:
71.77% of flights that depart Vancouver International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
From the centre of Vancouver, YXX is around 64 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour to arrive by car and 1 hour 30 minutes or so if you're on public transport.
Set yourself up for a smooth departure — stay close to Abbotsford Airport and know you'll reach the terminal with time to spare. Check in to one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early Vancouver to Hamburg flight:
Flights departing from YXX make it to their destination within the expected time frame 67.97% of the time.
Arriving in Hamburg
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
The distance from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to central Hamburg is approximately 10 kilometres. It takes about 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Vancouver to Hamburg, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near HAM:
Pick up a Hamburg Airport rental car and explore Hamburg and beyond with your own wheels. Wheego, Alamo and star car are top outlets you can book with here.
Reserving your ride from Hamburg Airport around one week in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC)
The centre of Hamburg is approximately 56 kilometres from Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC). After your flight from Vancouver to Hamburg has hit the runway and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 1 hour.
The journey will take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.
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Get your ideal vehicle, not just what's left, by reserving your ride from LBC in advance. You'll also avoid last-minute price hikes, especially during peak travel times.
Best time to go to Hamburg
January is the quietest month for flights from Vancouver to Hamburg, while June is the busiest. Work out the ideal time to visit Hamburg based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Lock in a Vancouver to Hamburg ticket departing in August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Hamburg to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -5ºC (23ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF). Look for cheap flights from Vancouver to Hamburg around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Hamburg
Once you've booked your flight from Vancouver to Hamburg, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Hamburg:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg are must-visits when exploring Hamburg.
Explore more of Germany
Hamburg has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Germany waiting to be discovered. About 257 kilometres south-east of Hamburg, a trip to Berlin will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
If you want to check out another side of Germany, head for Essen, roughly 306 kilometres south-west of Hamburg. Aussichtspunkt Wattenscheider Hellweg, Bergischer Weg - 2 Etappe and Hasenwiese are key highlights.
