Flying from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Hamburg: what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Frankfurt Airport to Hamburg and you'll be in the air for around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Hamburg and Frankfurt (where Frankfurt Airport is located) are in the UTC+1 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.
The busiest route is from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Hamburg Airport (HAM). You can choose from 102 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from FRA to HAM is the 06:30 Lufthansa option. If you'd rather fly out later on, the final departure is at 21:25 with Lufthansa.
Leave enough time to make your FRA to Hamburg flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Delays at check-in and security are more likely if you're heading away during high season, so allow some extra wiggle room. A good rule of thumb for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
You can book a direct Frankfurt Airport to Hamburg ticket. Begin your journey at FRA and land at Hamburg Airport (HAM).
Get on board with Lufthansa. This airline operates direct flights from Frankfurt Airport to Hamburg.
Located around 11 kilometres from central Frankfurt, FRA can be reached in about 20 minutes by car. The journey on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Have an early flight from Frankfurt Airport to Hamburg? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to FRA:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Frankfurt Airport, 67.47% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Hamburg
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Frankfurt Airport to Hamburg flight is $136. The cheapest price for a return flight is $215. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Score cheap flights from FRA to Hamburg by booking one month ahead. According to our research, that's the best time for bagging a bargain.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the best month for landing an awesome deal on Frankfurt Airport to Hamburg tickets. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to access the lowest price across each month.
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Airports in Hamburg
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
Hamburg Airport (HAM) is around 11 kilometres from the centre of Hamburg. If you're opting for a ride-share or a cab, the drive will take roughly 30 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 25 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Frankfurt Airport to Hamburg. Book one of these accommodation options near HAM instead:
Pick up a Hamburg Airport rental car and discover Hamburg and beyond with your own wheels. Wheego, Alamo and star car are top providers to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle from Hamburg Airport about one week before your flight from FRA to Hamburg can help you secure the lowest rate.
Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC)
After your flight from Frankfurt Airport to Hamburg has hit the tarmac, you can reach the city centre in about 1 hour by car. Central Hamburg is roughly 80 kilometres from Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC).
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 1 hour 30 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel near LBC. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your FRA to Hamburg flight:
Why base your plans around someone else's schedule? Grab a Luebeck-Blankensee Airport rental car and stay in control of your journey. Book your wheels here with Enterprise.
Typically, the sooner you book, the more you save and the better your options. Lock in your ride from LBC once you know your travel dates.
Best time to go to Hamburg
Visit Hamburg in peak season if you prefer a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Frankfurt Airport to Hamburg in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
Lock in a Frankfurt Airport to Hamburg flight ticket with a departure in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from FRA to Hamburg in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -5ºC (23ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF) on average.
More about Hamburg
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Hamburg right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Frankfurt Airport to Hamburg:
Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Miniatur Wunderland are a couple of big attractions to add to your Hamburg itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Port of Hamburg.
Explore more of Germany
Hamburg has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Germany you'll want to see. Around 257 kilometres south-east of Hamburg, a visit to Berlin will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights 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 journey is complete without a visit to Aussichtspunkt Wattenscheider Hellweg, Bergischer Weg - 2 Etappe and Hasenwiese.