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Cheap Flights from Istanbul (ISTA) to Hamburg (HAMB)

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Istanbul to Hamburg? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Hamburg.$155 per passenger.Departing Fri, 6 Jun, returning Wed, 11 Jun.Return flight with AJet.Outbound direct flight with AJet departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Fri, 6 Jun, arriving in Hamburg International.Inbound direct flight with AJet departs from Hamburg International on Wed, 11 Jun, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From $155, select.
Hamburg.$155 per passenger.Departing Tue, 13 May, returning Tue, 13 May.Return flight with AJet.Outbound direct flight with AJet departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Tue, 13 May, arriving in Hamburg International.Inbound direct flight with AJet departs from Hamburg International on Tue, 13 May, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From $155, select.
Hamburg.$155 per passenger.Departing Thu, 22 May, returning Sun, 15 Jun.Return flight with AJet.Outbound direct flight with AJet departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Thu, 22 May, arriving in Hamburg International.Inbound direct flight with AJet departs from Hamburg International on Sun, 15 Jun, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From $155, select.
Hamburg.$173 per passenger.Departing Wed, 14 May, returning Tue, 2 Dec.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Wed, 14 May, arriving in Hamburg International.Inbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Hamburg International on Tue, 2 Dec, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From $173, select.
Hamburg.$175 per passenger.Departing Wed, 26 Nov, returning Thu, 27 Nov.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Wed, 26 Nov, arriving in Hamburg International.Inbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Hamburg International on Thu, 27 Nov, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From $175, select.
Hamburg.$189 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Dec, returning Mon, 8 Dec.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Thu, 4 Dec, arriving in Hamburg International.Inbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Hamburg International on Mon, 8 Dec, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From $189, select.
Hamburg.$189 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Jul, returning Mon, 1 Dec.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Tue, 1 Jul, arriving in Hamburg International.Inbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Hamburg International on Mon, 1 Dec, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From $189, select.
Hamburg.$202 per passenger.Departing Wed, 17 Dec, returning Sun, 4 Jan.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Wed, 17 Dec, arriving in Hamburg International.Inbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Hamburg International on Sun, 4 Jan, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From $202, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Hamburg

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Istanbul to Hamburg flights are currently cheapest in May.
May
from $155
Jun
from $155
Jul
from $363
Aug
from $384
Sep
from $247
Oct
from $276
Nov
from $175
Dec
from $189
Jan
from $206
Feb
from $313
Mar
from $302
Apr
from $410

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Istanbul to Hamburg: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$155
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time3 hrs, 18 mins
Most popular airlineTurkish Airlines
Average flights per week249

Finding cheap flights from Istanbul 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 Istanbul to Hamburg is $155. 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.
3 hours and 18 minutes is the average flight time from Istanbul to Hamburg.
Turkish Airlines, Pegasus Airlines and Malaysia Airlines fly direct from Istanbul to Hamburg.
As of May 2025, there are 83 flights per week flying from Istanbul to Hamburg.
The cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Hamburg is usually May 2025.
If you're flying from Istanbul, 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 $155.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Istanbul to Hamburg on Tuesday, 13 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 18 minutes.
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 May, the average temperature is usually around 12°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.
The cheapest airline that flies to Hamburg is AJet .

Flying from Istanbul to Hamburg: what you need to know

  • Begin planning your holiday by considering where you'll board your flight from Istanbul to Hamburg. Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) are the main airports in Istanbul.

  • Touch down at Hamburg's chief entry point, Hamburg Airport (HAM).

  • The average length of a direct Istanbul to Hamburg flight is 3 hours 20 minutes.

  • Hamburg's timezone is UTC+1, making Hamburg two hours behind Istanbul.

  • Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Hamburg Airport (HAM) is the most popular route that connects these two cities. There are 30 departures a week to choose from. If you prefer a later start to the day, the last flight from Istanbul to Hamburg is with Turkish Airlines at 20:35. Opt for the first IST to HAM departure with Turkish Airlines at 04:00 to maximise your time in Hamburg.

  • Give yourself enough time to catch your Istanbul to Hamburg flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Travelling during a peak time like April? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Hamburg

  • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Hamburg is $61. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $155. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.

  • Book four months before you want to travel. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap Istanbul to Hamburg flights.

  • The best month for landing cheap plane tickets from Istanbul to Hamburg is July. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates offering the lowest fares.

  • Spend less time searching for cheap flights from Istanbul to Hamburg by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.

  • Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines by using the filters. Alternatively, sort your Istanbul to Hamburg flight results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'

Flying from Istanbul

Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • You can catch a direct flight from Istanbul to Hamburg taking off from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). Begin your trip at IST and land at Hamburg Airport (HAM).

  • Secure your Istanbul to Hamburg plane tickets with Turkish Airlines. This airline is a top choice for direct flights from IST.

  • Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper Istanbul to Hamburg flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Take a pause at one of these airports:

    • Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)

    • Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)

    • Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport (BEG)

  • IST is around 32 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 45 minutes.

  • Catching an early flight from Istanbul to Hamburg? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to Istanbul Ataturk Airport:

Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

  • Prefer to jet off from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)? This hub offers direct flights from Istanbul to Hamburg, seamlessly connecting you to Hamburg Airport (HAM).

  • Pegasus offers direct Istanbul to Hamburg plane tickets from SAW. Book your preferred seat and get to your destination in a single stretch.

  • Split up your Istanbul to Hamburg flight with a stop so you can stretch your legs or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Some great stopovers between Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and Hamburg are:

    • Vienna International Airport (VIE)

    • Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)

    • Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS)

  • You can get to SAW from the centre of Istanbul in about 55 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to travel the 31 kilometres or so.

  • Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your flight from Istanbul to Hamburg? Relax in a hotel near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport before your holiday officially begins. Stay at one of these accommodation options:

  • 76.93% of flights out of Sabiha Gokcen International Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.

Arriving in Hamburg

Hamburg Airport (HAM)

  • Hamburg Airport (HAM) is approximately 10 kilometres from central Hamburg. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 30 minutes.

  • Getting there by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.

  • Book a hotel close to HAM if you have a late flight from Istanbul to Hamburg. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:

  • Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Hamburg Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Wheego, Alamo or star car and experience the lesser-explored corners of Hamburg and beyond.

  • Reserving your vehicle from Hamburg Airport around one week ahead can help you get the lowest rate.

Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC)

  • The centre of Hamburg is located around 56 kilometres from Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC). Once your flight from Istanbul to Hamburg has hit the runway and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should be around 1 hour.

  • If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll reach the centre in 1 hour 30 minutes or so.

  • Grab a Luebeck-Blankensee Airport rental car and set off toward new discoveries with your own wheels. Enterprise is just moments from baggage claim, ensuring a fast and easy pick-up.

  • Typically, the sooner you book, the bigger the savings and variety of vehicles. Reserve your ride from LBC once you know your travel dates.

Best time to go to Hamburg

  • January is the quietest month for flights from Istanbul to Hamburg, while June is the most popular. Find the ideal time to go to Hamburg based on whether you want a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • When booking your Istanbul to Hamburg tickets, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Hamburg, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).

  • If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Istanbul to Hamburg in January when temperatures average between -5ºC (23ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF).

More about Hamburg

  • Start your Hamburg trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Istanbul to Hamburg, check out our selection of hotels including:

  • All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg are must-do's during your Hamburg adventure.

Explore more of Germany

  • Hamburg will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of Germany you should also see. About 257 kilometres south-east of Hamburg, a visit to Berlin will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.

  • Around 306 kilometres south-west of Hamburg, Essen is another favourite stop in Germany. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Aussichtspunkt Wattenscheider Hellweg, Bergischer Weg - 2 Etappe and Hasenwiese.

Plan the rest of your trip from Istanbul to Hamburg

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