Travelling from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Hamburg: what you need to know
Around 1 hour 25 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Zurich Airport to Hamburg.
Hamburg's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Zurich (the location of Zurich Airport).
The most popular route is from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Hamburg Airport (HAM). There are 51 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to get on your way as soon as possible, the earliest flight from ZRH to HAM is the 07:10 SWISS service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the final departure is at 20:35 with Eurowings.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to catch your ZRH to Hamburg flight.
Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're travelling during high season, so give yourself a bit more breathing room. A good general rule for peak periods? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Start your trip at ZRH and fly straight to Hamburg Airport (HAM). That's where you can expect to touch down when searching for Zurich Airport to Hamburg tickets.
SWISS is a leading airline that operates direct flights from Zurich Airport to Hamburg.
Located around 10 kilometres from central Zurich, ZRH can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Travelling on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 35 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Zurich Airport to Hamburg? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near ZRH:
When it comes to Zurich Airport's on-time performance, data shows 69.02% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Hamburg
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Zurich Airport to Hamburg flight is P3,742. The cheapest price for a return flight is P7,423. Bear in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Score cheap flights from ZRH to Hamburg by booking six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
Plan your trip for October. That's the best month for scoring an awesome deal on Zurich Airport to Hamburg tickets. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
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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.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Zurich Airport to Hamburg, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near HAM:
Pick up a Hamburg Airport rental car and discover Hamburg and beyond with your own wheels. Wheego, Alamo and star car are top outlets to choose from here.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Hamburg Airport around one week ahead of your flight from ZRH to Hamburg.
Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC)
Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC) is around 80 kilometres from central Hamburg. Following your flight from Zurich Airport to Hamburg, it'll take you around 1 hour to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to LBC. Here are a few options where you can check in after your ZRH to Hamburg flight:
Why work around someone else's schedule? Grab a Luebeck-Blankensee Airport rental car and stay in control of your journey. Reserve a set of wheels here with Enterprise.
In general, the sooner you book, the better the prices and vehicle selection. Reserve your ride from LBC once your travel dates are set.
Best time to go to Hamburg
Before locking in your flights from Zurich Airport to Hamburg, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Hamburg offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of activities, while low season brings better hotel deals and fewer crowds.
Before locking in your Zurich Airport to Hamburg plane ticket, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. August is the warmest month in Hamburg, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from ZRH 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
After booking your flight from Zurich Airport to Hamburg, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Hamburg:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Elbphilharmonie Hamburg, Miniatur Wunderland and Port of Hamburg are attractions you won't want to skip in Hamburg.
Explore more of Germany
Berlin is just one of the many places in Germany waiting to be discovered once you've seen Hamburg. Around 257 kilometres away to the south-east, its best attractions include Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
Around 306 kilometres south-west of Hamburg, Essen is another favourite stop in Germany. Start your sightseeing at Aussichtspunkt Wattenscheider Hellweg, Bergischer Weg - 2 Etappe and Hasenwiese.