Flying from Hamburg to London City Airport (LCY): what you need to know
Hamburg Airport (HAM) is Hamburg's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Hamburg to London City Airport (LCY) jetting off from here.
London City Airport is located in London. The city operates in the UTC+0 timezone and is 1 hour behind Hamburg.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Hamburg to LCY. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Travelling during a peak time like June? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Hamburg
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling — and maybe even visit a new city. When searching for flights from Hamburg to LCY departing from Hamburg Airport (HAM), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Luxembourg Airport (LUX)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
The distance from central Hamburg to HAM is roughly 11 kilometres. Use travel apps like Google Maps for the best route, whether that's in your own car or with public transport.
Catching an early flight from Hamburg to London City Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays near Hamburg Airport:
About London City Airport (LCY)
If you have a late flight from Hamburg to London City Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near LCY:
Getting from London City Airport (LCY) to central London
From London City Airport, London is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 29 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes around 33 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Hamburg to London City Airport (LCY)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Hamburg to London City Airport is $218. The cheapest price for a return flight is $398. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
We suggest booking as soon as possible to get flight tickets from Hamburg to LCY. You're more likely to land a great deal and have a wider choice of departure times and travel dates.
Take advantage of the 'Whole month' search function and compare the prices of tickets from Hamburg to London City Airport across the entire month. The lowest fares are highlighted in green, making it easy to find a flight within your budget.
Create a Price Alert and keep an eye on changes on this route through email or push notifications. You'll know straight away when the fares drop. Timing is key for finding flight tickets from Hamburg to LCY.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Hamburg to London City Airport.
The best time to fly from Hamburg to London City Airport (LCY)
February is the quietest time of year to fly to London. Alternatively, join the crowds and visit in June. This is the busiest month for flights from Hamburg to London City Airport, but the best time to go is up to you.
Think about the kind of weather that'll suit your plans for London. The warmest month is July. Book your flights from Hamburg to LCY during then and you can expect temperatures of between 11ºC and 26ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Hamburg to London City Airport in January when temperatures average between 0ºC and 9ºC.
More about London
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in London right here. Explore these hotels after you've booked your flight from Hamburg to London City Airport:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Big Ben, The British Museum and Buckingham Palace are top sights which should be on every London itinerary.
Complete your London trip with a car rental
After you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from Hamburg to London City Airport, next up is choosing one of our car rentals in London. Browse the offers and easily compare your options on price, fuel policies, and more.