Flying from Frankfurt to Hamburg: what you need to know
Many great adventures take off from Frankfurt's main airport, Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA). Check out your options for booking a flight from Frankfurt to Hamburg leaving from this terminal.
When it comes to where you'll hop off the plane, Hamburg's chief entry point is Hamburg International Airport (HAM).
The average time for a direct Frankfurt to Hamburg flight is 1 hour 5 minutes.
Frankfurt and Hamburg are in the UTC+1 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.
The most popular route for flights from Frankfurt to Hamburg is Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) to Hamburg International Airport (HAM). Pick from 110 services that connect these two airports each week.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your Frankfurt to Hamburg flight.
During popular months such as September, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Hamburg
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap Frankfurt to Hamburg flights if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
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Flying from Frankfurt
Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)
You can catch a direct flight from Frankfurt to Hamburg taking off from Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA). Start your trip at FRA and arrive at Hamburg International Airport (HAM).
You'll have your choice of airlines that offer direct Frankfurt to Hamburg plane tickets out of FRA. Reserve your trip with one of these:
Traveling from central Frankfurt to FRA takes around 20 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometers in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near Frankfurt am Main Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from Frankfurt to Hamburg or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
74% of flights leaving from Frankfurt am Main Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Hahn Airport (HHN)
You can get to HHN from central Frankfurt in about 1 hour 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride by public transport takes roughly 2 hours 10 minutes to travel the 105 kilometers or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your flight from Frankfurt to Hamburg? Unwind in a hotel near Hahn Airport before your adventure officially starts. These stays are calling your name:
The majority of flights that leave Hahn Airport get to their destination as planned. It boasts a strong on-time performance rate of 84%.
Arriving in Hamburg
Hamburg International Airport (HAM)
Hamburg International Airport (HAM) is approximately 10 kilometers from central Hamburg. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes around 25 minutes.
It typically takes 25 minutes to get there when traveling by public transport.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Frankfurt to Hamburg. Reserve one of these accommodation options near HAM instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Hamburg International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Wheego, Alamo or star car and experience the lesser-explored corners of Hamburg and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Hamburg International Airport about one week in advance of your trip.
Hamburg Lubeck Airport (LBC)
Hamburg Lubeck Airport (LBC) is around 56 kilometers from the center of Hamburg. After your flight from Frankfurt to Hamburg, it'll take you approximately 1 hour 5 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you're traveling on public transport, it'll take about 1 hour 35 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel close to LBC. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your flight from Frankfurt to Hamburg:
Line up some great tunes and hit the open road in a Hamburg Lubeck Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Enterprise and start exploring right away.
In general, the sooner you book, the better the deals and choice of vehicles. Lock in your ride from LBC the moment you know your dates.
Best time to go to Hamburg
September is the busiest month for flights from Frankfurt to Hamburg. To travel when it's less crowded, visit Hamburg in March.
Book a Frankfurt to Hamburg ticket departing in August if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Hamburg to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -5ºC (23ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF). Look for cheap flights from Frankfurt to Hamburg around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Hamburg
Start your Hamburg trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Frankfurt to Hamburg, explore our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg are popular attractions which should be on any good Hamburg itinerary.
Explore more of Germany
You've done Hamburg, now it's time to explore other parts of Germany. Travel about 257 kilometers southeast to Berlin to tick off its leading attractions. From Brandenburg Gate to Reichstag Building and Berlin Philharmonic, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in Germany, consider Essen, roughly 306 kilometers southwest of Hamburg. PACT Zollverein, Philharmonie Essen and Red Dot Design Museum are highlights.