Travelling from Frankfurt to Hamburg Airport (HAM): What you need to know
Start your trip at Frankfurt Airport (FRA), the main airport in Frankfurt. Search for flights from Frankfurt to Hamburg Airport (HAM) that depart from this terminal.
Around 1 hour 5 minutes is how long you'll be in the air on a direct Frankfurt to Hamburg Airport flight.
Hamburg Airport is located in Hamburg. The city's timezone is UTC+1 — the same as Frankfurt.
With 111 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Hamburg Airport (HAM) is the most popular route. Lufthansa operates the earliest flight at 6:30am. If you'd like to get more out of your day before leaving, the last flight from FRA to HAM is with Lufthansa at 9:25pm.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your flight from Frankfurt to HAM. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Popular months like August or other peak seasons mean bigger queues and potential delays. Stay on schedule by getting to the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is a convenient option for travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Frankfurt to Hamburg Airport (HAM) operate out of this terminal.
You can lock in a direct flight from Frankfurt to Hamburg Airport with Lufthansa. This popular carrier operates services from FRA.
Lufthansa is the most frequently booked airline offering flights from FRA to HAM.
Lufthansa is the most punctual carrier on this route, with 76.78% of its services landing on schedule.
Located around 11 kilometers from the centre of Frankfurt, FRA can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 20 minutes.
Want an easy start to your travels? Stay near Frankfurt Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Frankfurt to Hamburg Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
Of all flights leaving Frankfurt Airport, 67% land on time at their destination.
Frankfurt Hahn Airport (HHN)
You can arrive at HHN from the centre of Frankfurt in about 1 hour 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport takes roughly 2 hours 10 minutes to cover the 121 kilometers or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Frankfurt to HAM flight? Kick back in a hotel near Frankfurt Hahn Airport before your holiday officially begins. These stays have your key waiting:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Frankfurt Hahn Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 53%.
About Hamburg Airport (HAM)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Frankfurt to Hamburg Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near HAM:
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Booking your vehicle around one week ahead of your Frankfurt to Hamburg Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
Getting from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to central Hamburg
Hamburg Airport is around 11 kilometers from the centre of Hamburg. It takes around 25 minutes or so to drive to the city.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Hamburg Airport (HAM)
At the moment, P3,077 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Frankfurt to Hamburg Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is P7,376. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Frankfurt to HAM. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
If you have some flexibility with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in every month when searching for your Frankfurt to Hamburg Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Frankfurt to Hamburg Airport (HAM)
Think about your travel style when deciding when to fly. January is the quietest month to visit Hamburg. June is when most people book flights from Frankfurt to Hamburg Airport (HAM), which may be ideal if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
Book a Frankfurt to HAM plane ticket departing in August if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Hamburg to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
January has temperatures of between -5ºC (23ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Frankfurt to Hamburg Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Hamburg
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Hamburg right here. Explore these options after you've booked your flight from Frankfurt to Hamburg Airport:
There are loads of fantastic things to do in Hamburg when you're ready to sightsee. Kick things off at Miniatur Wunderland followed by Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.
Explore more of Germany
You've done Hamburg, now it's time to explore other parts of Germany. Journey around 257 kilometers southeast to Berlin to check off its leading sights. From Brandenburg Gate to Berlin Wall and Parliament Building, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Dortmund is another well-known destination in Germany and is around 290 kilometers southwest of Hamburg. No trip is complete without experiencing Dortmund Christmas Market, Museum of Natural History and Deutsches Fußballmuseum.