Flying from Hamburg to Atlanta: what you need to know
There are two main airports you can fly out of in Hamburg. Check out your options departing from Hamburg Airport (HAM) or Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC) when booking your flight from Hamburg to Atlanta.
Come in for landing at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL), the major arrival point in Atlanta.
Atlanta is five hours behind Hamburg and is in the UTC-4 timezone.
For a relaxed travel experience, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to catch your Hamburg to Atlanta flight.
Travelling over a peak time like June? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Hamburg to Atlanta
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap Hamburg to Atlanta flights if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
Finding cheap plane tickets from Hamburg to Atlanta is easy if you can be flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares across every month and land a fantastic deal.
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Flying from Hamburg
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip — and maybe even visit a new city. When browsing Hamburg to Atlanta flights departing from Hamburg Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Located around 10 kilometres from the centre of Hamburg, HAM can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near Hamburg Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Hamburg to Atlanta, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
75.01% of flights departing from Hamburg Airport reach their destination on time.
Arriving in Atlanta
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
The distance from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to central Atlanta is approximately 13 kilometres. It'll take you about 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting there on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel near ATL if you have a late flight from Hamburg to Atlanta. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport rental car and discover Atlanta and beyond with your own set of wheels. Thrifty, Dollar and Europcar are popular outlets to choose from here.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport about three weeks in advance of your Hamburg to Atlanta flight.
ATL is located at 6000 N Terminal Parkway.
Best time to go to Atlanta
July is the busiest month for flights from Hamburg to Atlanta. To skip the crowds, head to Atlanta in February.
Book a Hamburg to Atlanta ticket departing in July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Atlanta to range from 19ºC to 34ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -3ºC and 14ºC. Search for cheap flights from Hamburg to Atlanta around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Atlanta
Start your Atlanta trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Hamburg to Atlanta, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Georgia Aquarium, Centennial Olympic Park and Piedmont Park are must-visits when exploring Atlanta.
Explore more of United States
Atlanta is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of United States waiting to be explored. About 467 kilometres south-east of Atlanta, a trip to Jacksonville will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain.
If there's time to check out another well-known destination in United States, head for Charlotte, about 370 kilometres north-east of Atlanta. NASCAR Hall of Fame, Freedom Park and Carolinas Aviation Museum are key highlights.