Flying from Hamburg to Philadelphia: what you need to know
Start your travel planning by considering the departure point for your flight from Hamburg to Philadelphia. Hamburg Airport (HAM) and Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC) are Hamburg's main airports.
Come in for landing at Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), the primary gateway of Philadelphia.
Philadelphia's timezone is UTC-4, which makes Philadelphia five hours behind Hamburg.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your Hamburg to Philadelphia flight.
During popular months like June, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Hamburg to Philadelphia
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap Hamburg to Philadelphia flights if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
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Flying from Hamburg
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper Hamburg to Philadelphia flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Hamburg Airport. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Located around 10 kilometres from the centre of Hamburg, HAM can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your break? Stay near Hamburg Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Hamburg to Philadelphia or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
75.01% of flights that take off from Hamburg Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Arriving in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to central Philadelphia takes about 15 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 11 kilometers away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 45 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Hamburg to Philadelphia. Reserve one of these accommodation options near PHL instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Philadelphia International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Budget and venture far and wide through Philadelphia and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Philadelphia International Airport around three weeks ahead of your Hamburg to Philadelphia flight.
The address for PHL is 8500 Essington Ave.
Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)
After your flight from Hamburg to Philadelphia has landed, you can reach the city centre in about 40 minutes by car. Central Philadelphia is roughly 48 kilometres from Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN).
The journey will take about 1 hour 45 minutes on public transport.
Budget, National and Enterprise make picking up a Trenton-Mercer Airport rental car easy and quick. These reliable suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Avoid paying extra. Securing your ride four weeks ahead of your arrival at TTN will help you save.
You can find Trenton-Mercer Airport at Scotch Road, Terminal Building.
Best time to go to Philadelphia
August is the busiest month for flights from Hamburg to Philadelphia. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Philadelphia in February.
Book a Hamburg to Philadelphia ticket departing in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Philadelphia to range from 18ºC (64ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Search for cheap flights from Hamburg to Philadelphia in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -7ºC (19ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.
More about Philadelphia
Start your Philadelphia trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Hamburg to Philadelphia, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art are essential stops on your Philadelphia itinerary.
Explore more of United States
Philadelphia has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of United States you should also see. About 129 kilometres north-east of Philadelphia, a visit to New York will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building.
Boston is another favourite destination in United States and is around 434 kilometres north-east of Philadelphia. No journey is complete without a visit to Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum.