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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Cologne Airport to Hamburg? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $360. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Hamburg.$360 per passenger.Departing Fri, 3 Jul, returning Mon, 6 Jul.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Cologne on Fri, 3 Jul, arriving in Hamburg International.Inbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Hamburg International on Mon, 6 Jul, arriving in Cologne.Price includes taxes and charges.From $360, select.
Hamburg.$582 per passenger.Departing Mon, 24 Aug, returning Thu, 27 Aug.Return flight with Eurowings.Outbound indirect flight with Eurowings, departs from Cologne on Mon, 24 Aug, arriving in Hamburg International.Inbound indirect flight with Eurowings, departs from Hamburg International on Thu, 27 Aug, arriving in Cologne.Price includes taxes and charges.From $582, select.
Hamburg.$591 per passenger.Departing Tue, 20 Oct, returning Fri, 23 Oct.Return flight with Eurowings.Outbound indirect flight with Eurowings, departs from Cologne on Tue, 20 Oct, arriving in Hamburg International.Inbound indirect flight with Eurowings, departs from Hamburg International on Fri, 23 Oct, arriving in Cologne.Price includes taxes and charges.From $591, select.
Hamburg.$613 per passenger.Departing Mon, 7 Sep, returning Wed, 9 Sep.Return flight with Eurowings.Outbound indirect flight with Eurowings, departs from Cologne on Mon, 7 Sep, arriving in Hamburg International.Inbound indirect flight with Eurowings, departs from Hamburg International on Wed, 9 Sep, arriving in Cologne.Price includes taxes and charges.From $613, select.
Hamburg.$660 per passenger.Departing Fri, 13 Nov, returning Sun, 15 Nov.Return flight with Eurowings.Outbound indirect flight with Eurowings, departs from Cologne on Fri, 13 Nov, arriving in Hamburg International.Inbound indirect flight with Eurowings, departs from Hamburg International on Sun, 15 Nov, arriving in Cologne.Price includes taxes and charges.From $660, select.
Hamburg.$664 per passenger.Departing Thu, 30 Jul, returning Tue, 11 Aug.Return flight with Eurowings.Outbound indirect flight with Eurowings, departs from Cologne on Thu, 30 Jul, arriving in Hamburg International.Inbound indirect flight with Eurowings, departs from Hamburg International on Tue, 11 Aug, arriving in Cologne.Price includes taxes and charges.From $664, select.
Hamburg.$720 per passenger.Departing Mon, 31 Aug, returning Mon, 7 Sep.Return flight with Eurowings.Outbound indirect flight with Eurowings, departs from Cologne on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in Hamburg International.Inbound indirect flight with Eurowings, departs from Hamburg International on Mon, 7 Sep, arriving in Cologne.Price includes taxes and charges.From $720, select.
Hamburg.$810 per passenger.Departing Fri, 12 Feb, returning Sun, 14 Feb.Return flight with Eurowings.Outbound indirect flight with Eurowings, departs from Cologne on Fri, 12 Feb, arriving in Hamburg International.Inbound indirect flight with Eurowings, departs from Hamburg International on Sun, 14 Feb, arriving in Cologne.Price includes taxes and charges.From $810, select.
Hamburg.$824 per passenger.Departing Tue, 16 Jun, returning Sun, 21 Jun.Return flight with Eurowings.Outbound indirect flight with Eurowings, departs from Cologne on Tue, 16 Jun, arriving in Hamburg International.Inbound indirect flight with Eurowings, departs from Hamburg International on Sun, 21 Jun, arriving in Cologne.Price includes taxes and charges.From $824, select.
Hamburg.$858 per passenger.Departing Mon, 22 Jun, returning Mon, 27 Jul.Return flight with Eurowings.Outbound indirect flight with Eurowings, departs from Cologne on Mon, 22 Jun, arriving in Hamburg International.Inbound indirect flight with Eurowings, departs from Hamburg International on Mon, 27 Jul, arriving in Cologne.Price includes taxes and charges.From $858, select.
Hamburg.$1,011 per passenger.Departing Wed, 23 Dec, returning Sun, 27 Dec.Return flight with Eurowings.Outbound indirect flight with Eurowings, departs from Cologne on Wed, 23 Dec, arriving in Hamburg International.Inbound indirect flight with Eurowings, departs from Hamburg International on Sun, 27 Dec, arriving in Cologne.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,011, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Cologne to Hamburg

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Cologne to Hamburg flights are currently cheapest in July.
Jun
from $822
Jul
from $359
Aug
from $580
Sep
from $611
Oct
from $590
Nov
from $658
Dec
from $1,008
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Feb
from $808
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Alternative Cologne to Hamburg routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Cologne to Hamburg? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Hamburg International

9km from central Hamburg
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Hamburg Lubeck

56km from central Hamburg
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Cologne to Hamburg: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$360
Cheapest month to flyJuly

Finding cheap flights from Cologne to Hamburg: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Hamburg: Hamburg International and Hamburg Lubeck.
The best price we found for a return flight from Cologne to Hamburg is $359. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Cologne to Hamburg. But we found flights with one or more stops from $360.
As of June 2026, there are no flights flying from Cologne to Hamburg.
The cheapest month to fly from Cologne to Hamburg is usually July.
If you're flying from Cologne Airport, the cheapest airport near Hamburg is Hamburg International – which is 9.2 km away from the centre of Hamburg. We've found flights into this airport from $359.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Cologne Airport to Hamburg on Friday, 3 July 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Cologne Airport and Hamburg. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Hamburg but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Hamburg is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In June, the average temperature is usually around 15°C. July is typically the warmest month in Hamburg, when it usually averages around 22°C. You can expect the least rain in April. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -2°C. The rainiest month is July.
Currently, Ryanair offers the cheapest flight tickets to Hamburg.

Flying from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Hamburg: what you need to know

  • Hamburg's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Cologne (the location of Cologne Bonn Airport).

  • Leave enough time to make your CGN to Hamburg flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • During popular months like July, it's wise to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.

  • Travelling from central Cologne to CGN takes about 20 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 13 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Booked an early flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Hamburg? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to CGN:

  • 74% of flights leaving from Cologne Bonn Airport land at their destination on schedule.

How to find the cheapest flights from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Hamburg

  • $99 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Cologne Bonn Airport to Hamburg flight. A round-trip ticket right now is $360. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.

  • To find cheap flights from CGN to Hamburg, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first released.

  • The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Cologne Bonn Airport to Hamburg throughout the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.

  • Snapping up a cheap flight from CGN to Hamburg couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic notifications and we'll notify you as soon as there's a better deal.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Cologne Bonn Airport to Hamburg.

Airports in Hamburg

Hamburg Airport (HAM)

  • Hamburg Airport (HAM) is around 11 kilometres from the centre of Hamburg. If you're grabbing a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes about 25 minutes.

  • It typically takes 25 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.

  • Consider staying in a hotel close to HAM if you're coming in on a late flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Hamburg. Select one of these accommodation options and make arrival day easier:

  • To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from Hamburg Airport around one week in advance of your flight from CGN to Hamburg.

Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC)

  • If you're staying in central Hamburg (or just want to explore straight away), the city is around 56 kilometres from Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC). Keep an eye out for any information desks to point you in the right direction after hopping off your flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Hamburg.

  • Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel near LBC. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your CGN to Hamburg flight:

  • Get the vehicle you actually want, not just whatever's left, by booking your ride from LBC in advance. You'll also avoid last-minute price surges, especially during peak travel times.

Best time to go to Hamburg

  • September is the busiest month for flights from Cologne Bonn Airport to Hamburg. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Hamburg in January.

  • Book a Cologne Bonn Airport to Hamburg plane ticket with a departure in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from CGN to Hamburg in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -5ºC (23ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF) on average.

More about Hamburg

Explore more of Germany

  • You've seen Hamburg, now it's time to discover more of Germany. Travel around 257 kilometres southeast to Berlin to tick off its leading attractions. From Brandenburg Gate to Berlin Wall and Parliament Building, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.

  • Around 306 kilometres southwest of Hamburg, Essen is another favourite stop in Germany. No visit is complete without checking out PACT Zollverein, Philharmonie Essen and Red Dot Design Museum.

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