Travelling from Stansted Airport (STN) to Hamburg: what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Stansted Airport to Hamburg is 1 hour 35 minutes.
Stansted Airport is located in London. Based in the UTC+1 timezone, Hamburg is one hour ahead of London.
The most popular route is from Stansted Airport (STN) to Hamburg Airport (HAM). Choose from 12 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to take off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from STN to HAM is the 06:30 Ryanair option. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the final departure is at 18:55 with Ryanair.
Give yourself enough time to make your STN to Hamburg flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're heading away during high season, so allow a bit more breathing room. A good rule for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Begin your trip at STN and travel nonstop to Hamburg Airport (HAM). That will be your arrival point when searching for Stansted Airport to Hamburg tickets.
Look out for promotions from Ryanair. This carrier has direct flights from Stansted Airport to Hamburg.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and maybe even explore a different city. When searching for plane tickets from STN to Hamburg, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
The journey from central London to STN takes around 1 hour 25 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 1 hour or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Booked an early flight from Stansted Airport to Hamburg? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to STN:
Of the departures from Stansted Airport, 64.73% land on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Stansted Airport (STN) to Hamburg
P943 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Stansted Airport to Hamburg flight. A round-trip ticket right now is P1,887. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
To find cheap flights from STN to Hamburg, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first released.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, take advantage of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when looking for your Stansted Airport to Hamburg ticket.
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Airports in Hamburg
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
Hamburg Airport (HAM) to central Hamburg takes around 30 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 11 kilometres away.
It typically takes 1 hour 25 minutes to get there by public transport.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Stansted Airport to Hamburg. Book one of these accommodation options near HAM instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Hamburg Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Wheego, Alamo or star car and venture far and wide through Hamburg and beyond.
Booking your ride from Hamburg Airport around one week before your flight from STN to Hamburg can help you secure the lowest rate.
Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC)
The centre of Hamburg is about 80 kilometres from Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC). After your flight from Stansted Airport to Hamburg has hit the runway and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should be around 1 hour.
Travelling by public transport will take around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Following your STN to Hamburg flight, unwind at a hotel near LBC. These are some great options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Grab a Luebeck-Blankensee Airport rental car and unlock more experiences with your own set of wheels. Enterprise is just moments from your arrival gate, so you can drive off without missing a beat.
Get the vehicle you actually want, not just what's left, by securing your ride from LBC before your arrival. You'll also avoid last-minute price surges, especially when demand is high.
Best time to go to Hamburg
Visit Hamburg during the high season if you prefer a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Stansted Airport to Hamburg in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
Book a Stansted Airport to Hamburg plane ticket with a departure in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from STN to Hamburg in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -5ºC (23ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF) on average.
More about Hamburg
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Hamburg right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Stansted Airport to Hamburg:
Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Miniatur Wunderland are just the start of the leading attractions to add to your Hamburg itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Port of Hamburg.
Explore more of Germany
You've done Hamburg, now it's time to explore other parts of Germany. Journey around 257 kilometres south-east to Berlin to check off its top attractions. From Brandenburg Gate to Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 306 kilometres south-west of Hamburg, Essen is another essential stop in Germany. No visit is complete without checking out Aussichtspunkt Wattenscheider Hellweg, Bergischer Weg - 2 Etappe and Hasenwiese.