Flying from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Tokyo: what you need to know
Hamburg Airport is located in Hamburg. Based in the UTC+9 timezone, Tokyo is eight hours ahead of Hamburg.
To avoid rushing for your HAM to Tokyo flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like September. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling and maybe even tick off a new city. When searching for plane tickets from HAM to Tokyo, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
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HAM is about 10 kilometres from central Hamburg. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 25 minutes.
In search of a hotel near HAM? If you're catching an early flight from Hamburg Airport to Tokyo, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
77% of flights that depart Hamburg Airport land at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Tokyo
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Hamburg Airport to Tokyo flight is $1,063. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,471. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from HAM to Tokyo, book as early as possible. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets are first released.
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Airports in Tokyo
Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND)
Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND) is around 19 kilometres from the centre of Tokyo. If you're getting a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes about 25 minutes.
It typically takes 30 minutes to get there using public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Hamburg Airport to Tokyo, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near HND:
Booking your vehicle from Tokyo Haneda International Airport around three weeks in advance of your flight from HAM to Tokyo can help you lock in the best possible rate.
HND is located at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT)
The centre of Tokyo is about 56 kilometres from Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT). After your flight from Hamburg Airport to Tokyo has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 1 hour 5 minutes.
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 1 hour or so.
Following your HAM to Tokyo flight, unwind at a hotel near NRT. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Get first dibs on the best options. Booking your ride from NRT four weeks in advance often means better deals and a bigger choice of vehicles.
Tokyo Narita International Airport is located at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Best time to go to Tokyo
December is the quietest month for flights from Hamburg Airport to Tokyo, while March is the most popular. Work out the best time to go to Tokyo based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in a Hamburg Airport to Tokyo plane ticket with a departure in August to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 23ºC to 29ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 9ºC and 15ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from HAM to Tokyo around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Tokyo
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Tokyo right here. Explore these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Hamburg Airport to Tokyo:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Sensho-ji, Tokyo Skytree and Ginza Central Street are attractions you won't want to skip in Tokyo.
Explore more of Japan
Tokyo is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Japan waiting to be explored. Around 402 kilometres west of Tokyo, a trip to Osaka will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like Dotonbori, Osaka Castle and Universal Studios Japan.
Around 257 kilometres west of Tokyo, Nagoya is another favourite stop in Japan. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Nagoya Castle, Ninomaru Garden and Sky Promenade.