Flying from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Hamburg: what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Brussels Airport to Hamburg and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 10 minutes.
Brussels (the location of Brussels Airport) and Hamburg share the same timezone — UTC+1.
Brussels Airport (BRU) to Hamburg Airport (HAM) is the most traveled route, with 12 flights a week to pick from. If you have things to finalize before heading off, the last flight from BRU to HAM is with Brussels Airlines at 21:05. Opt for the first departure operated by Brussels Airlines at 09:35 if you want to fly out earlier.
For a relaxed start to your BRU to Hamburg flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
If you're heading away during a major holiday or another peak period, allow for even more time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
Direct Brussels Airport to Hamburg tickets are available for booking. Hamburg Airport (HAM) is where you'll disembark.
Brussels Airlines is a well-known carrier that operates direct flights from Brussels Airport to Hamburg.
We make it simple to book flight tickets from BRU to Hamburg with a stopover. To see your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Major stopovers include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
BRU is about 8 kilometres from central Brussels. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 40 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near BRU. Whether you've booked an early flight from Brussels Airport to Hamburg or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are all about convenience:
71.97% of flights that leave from Brussels Airport touch down at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Hamburg
$151 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Brussels Airport to Hamburg flight. A return flight ticket starts at $296. These fares may change based on availability.
To pick up cheap flights from BRU to Hamburg, book your trip seven months before your planned departure.
Schedule your trip for November. That's the best month for landing a bargain on Brussels Airport to Hamburg tickets. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from BRU to Hamburg by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Brussels Airport to Hamburg.
Airports in Hamburg
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
The distance from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to central Hamburg is roughly 11 kilometres. It'll take you around 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 1 hour 25 minutes when travelling by public transport.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Brussels Airport to Hamburg. Check in to one of these accommodation options near HAM instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Hamburg Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Wheego, Alamo or star car and find adventure across Hamburg and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Hamburg Airport around one week before your flight from BRU to Hamburg.
Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC)
The centre of Hamburg is about 80 kilometres from Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC). After your flight from Brussels Airport to Hamburg has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should take about 1 hour.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel close to LBC. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your BRU to Hamburg flight:
Find the perfect playlist and hit the open road in a Luebeck-Blankensee Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Enterprise and begin discovering new places right away.
Generally, the earlier you book, the better the prices and vehicle selection. Lock in your ride from LBC as soon as you've confirmed your plans.
Best time to go to Hamburg
Travel to Hamburg during peak season if you want a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Brussels Airport to Hamburg during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
Book a Brussels Airport to Hamburg flight 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 to 26ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from BRU to Hamburg in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -5ºC and 6ºC on average.
More about Hamburg
Start your Hamburg trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Brussels Airport to Hamburg, check out our range of accommodation options including:
All great journeys should include a little 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, top sights here include Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
Essen is another standout destination in Germany and is around 306 kilometres south-west of Hamburg. No trip is complete without visiting Aussichtspunkt Wattenscheider Hellweg, Bergischer Weg - 2 Etappe and Hasenwiese.