Travelling from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to Hamburg: what you need to know
The timezone in Hamburg is UTC+1. The city is seven hours behind Hong Kong, where Hong Kong International Airport is located.
Give yourself enough time to get on your HKG to Hamburg flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Longer lines at security and check-in are likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself a little extra breathing room. A good general rule for peak times? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
We make it a breeze to book flight tickets from HKG to Hamburg with a stopover. To see all the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. The most sought-after stopovers include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
HKG is about 24 kilometres from central Hong Kong. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 45 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Hamburg? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to HKG:
When it comes to Hong Kong International Airport's on-time performance, 73.04% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
HKG's address is 1 Cheong Hong Rd.
How to find the cheapest flights from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to Hamburg
The best price we've seen for a one-way Hong Kong International Airport to Hamburg flight is $644. The cheapest price for a return flight is $866. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to land cheap flights from HKG to Hamburg if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Hong Kong International Airport to Hamburg across each month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
You don't need to check back constantly to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you when there's an extra saving on cheap flights from HKG to Hamburg.
Find a cheap flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Hamburg with the help of our filters. Select your preferred departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
Airports in Hamburg
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
Hamburg Airport (HAM) is around 11 kilometres from the centre of Hamburg. If you're grabbing a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes about 30 minutes.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes around 1 hour 25 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Hamburg. Stay at one of these accommodation options near HAM instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Hamburg Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Wheego, Alamo or star car and explore beyond Hamburg's usual tourist stops.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Hamburg Airport about one week in advance of your flight from HKG to Hamburg.
Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC)
Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC) is about 80 kilometres from the centre of Hamburg. Once you've hopped off your flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Hamburg, it'll take you around 1 hour to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can expect the trip to take about 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some comfortable places to rest your head close to LBC. Settle in and get cosy after your HKG to Hamburg flight at one of these well-located options:
Crank up the tunes and hit the road in a Luebeck-Blankensee Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Enterprise and start exploring right away.
Generally speaking, the sooner you book, the better the prices and selection of vehicles. Lock in your ride from LBC the moment you know your dates.
Best time to go to Hamburg
Plan your trip to Hamburg during the high season if you prefer a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Hong Kong International Airport to Hamburg in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
The warmest month in Hamburg is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Lock in your Hong Kong International Airport to Hamburg flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from HKG 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
Once you've booked your flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Hamburg, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Hamburg:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Elbphilharmonie Hamburg, Miniatur Wunderland and Port of Hamburg are top attractions which should be on any good Hamburg itinerary.
Explore more of Germany
Berlin is just one of the many places in Germany waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Hamburg. Around 257 kilometres away to the south-east, well-known attractions include Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in Germany, head for Essen, about 306 kilometres south-west of Hamburg. Aussichtspunkt Wattenscheider Hellweg, Bergischer Weg - 2 Etappe and Hasenwiese are among its highlights.