Flying from Glasgow to Hamburg Airport (HAM): what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports to choose from in Glasgow. Check out your options departing from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) or Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) when booking your flight from Glasgow to Hamburg Airport (HAM).
Hamburg Airport is located in Hamburg. The city operates in the UTC+1 timezone and is 1 hour ahead of Glasgow.
Your flight from Glasgow to HAM won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Popular months like June or other peak periods mean longer lines and possible delays. Stay ahead of the crowds by arriving at the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from Glasgow to HAM. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Glasgow International Airport (GLA). Take a break from travelling at one of these popular airports:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
From the centre of Glasgow, GLA is around 14 kilometres away. Visit the official airport website or use navigation apps to find the best way to arrive at the terminal.
Searching for a handy hotel close to Glasgow International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Glasgow to Hamburg Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
Make the most of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Glasgow to Hamburg Airport. Visit friends or family or tick another city off your list. Whatever you'd like to do, here's where you can stop between Glasgow Prestwick Airport and HAM:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
PIK is about 48 kilometres from central Glasgow. It takes 38 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 53 minutes.
You're off on holiday, so why not spend an extra night away? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Glasgow Prestwick Airport the day before your flight from Glasgow to HAM:
About Hamburg Airport (HAM)
Book a hotel close to HAM if you're catching a late flight from Glasgow to Hamburg Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to central Hamburg
From Hamburg Airport, Hamburg is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 29 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you around 1 hour and 24 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow to Hamburg Airport (HAM)
Book a one-way ticket from Glasgow to Hamburg Airport from $106 or travel return from just $259. Fares listed are subject to change and may differ when you make your booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find flight tickets from Glasgow to HAM if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
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The best time to fly from Glasgow to Hamburg Airport (HAM)
June is the busiest month to board a flight from Glasgow to Hamburg Airport while February is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Hamburg, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.
The warmest month in Hamburg is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 26ºC. Book your flights from Glasgow to HAM in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Travel in January if you want cooler conditions. Temperatures average between -5ºC and 6ºC. However, this destination promises a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Glasgow to Hamburg Airport.
More about Hamburg
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Hamburg right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Glasgow to Hamburg Airport:
One of the best ways to get a feel for Hamburg is to explore its top attractions. Highlights include Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.
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