Flying from Hamburg to Hannover Airport (HAJ): What you need to know
Your adventure will begin at Hamburg Airport (HAM), the main airport in Hamburg. Search for flights from Hamburg to Hannover Airport (HAJ) that take off from this base.
Hannover's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Hamburg. Hannover Airport is located in Hannover.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your flight from Hamburg to HAJ.
Traveling during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Hamburg
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
Traveling from central Hamburg to HAM takes around 1 hour 25 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometers in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Booked an early flight from Hamburg to Hannover Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to Hamburg Airport:
75.01% of flights that leave from Hamburg Airport land at their destination on time.
Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC)
With public transport, you can travel from central Hamburg to LBC in about 1 hour 30 minutes. The airport is roughly 80 kilometers away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 1 hour.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Hamburg to HAJ flight? Unwind in a hotel near Luebeck-Blankensee Airport before your vacation officially starts. These stays are calling your name:
About Hannover Airport (HAJ)
If you have a late flight from Hamburg to Hannover Airport, nothing tops 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 HAJ:
Pick up a Hannover Airport rental car and discover Hannover and beyond with your own wheels. Alamo, Keddy By Europcar and Enterprise are well-known companies to choose from here.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride around one week before your Hamburg to Hannover Airport flight.
Getting from Hannover Airport (HAJ) to central Hannover
Hannover Airport to central Hannover is roughly 10 kilometers. If you're renting a car or taking a cab, plan ahead to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times can vary depending on the time of day and traffic conditions.
When traveling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Hamburg to Hannover Airport (HAJ)
Right now, $138 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Hamburg to Hannover Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $358. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Hamburg to HAJ if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.
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The best time to fly from Hamburg to Hannover Airport (HAJ)
June is the busiest month for flights from Hamburg to Hannover Airport (HAJ). Plan your visit to Hannover in February for a more low-key escape.
Book a Hamburg to HAJ plane ticket departing in August if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Hannover to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Hamburg to Hannover Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF).
More about Hannover
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Hannover right here. Explore these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Hamburg to Hannover Airport:
There are loads of exciting things to do in Hannover when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Start exploring at Holocaust Mahnmal followed by The Old Town and Erlebnis Zoo Hannover.
Explore more of Germany
You've done Hannover, now it's time to discover other corners of Germany. Travel around 257 kilometers east to Berlin to tick off its must-visit sights. From Brandenburg Gate to Brandenburger Tor and Berlin Wall, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Hamburg is another well-known destination in Germany and is around 121 kilometers north of Hannover. No journey is complete without visiting Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.