Travelling from Hamburg to London: what you need to know
Begin planning your holiday by considering where you'll board your flight from Hamburg to London. Hamburg International Airport (HAM) and Hamburg Lubeck Airport (LBC) are Hamburg's main airports.
Make your landing at London Heathrow Airport (LHR) or London Gatwick Airport (LGW). You can also reach London through London Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY).
Around 1 hour 40 minutes is how long you'll be in transit on a direct Hamburg to London flight.
London is one hour behind Hamburg and follows the UTC+0 timezone.
The busiest route for flights from Hamburg to London is from Hamburg International Airport (HAM) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Take your pick of 44 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to take off at the first opportunity, the earliest flight from HAM to LHR is the 06:05 British Airways option. If you have other commitments or plans on your day of travel, the final departure is at 21:55 with British Airways.
For a smooth 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 Hamburg to London flight.
You can expect longer queues in popular months such as September. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
How to find the cheapest flights from Hamburg to London
To secure cheap Hamburg to London flights, book your trip seven months before your departure date.
Organise your trip for December. That's the best month for landing the biggest deals on plane tickets from Hamburg to London. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.
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Flying from Hamburg
Hamburg International Airport (HAM)
You can find a direct flight from Hamburg to London taking off from Hamburg International Airport (HAM). Catch your plane at HAM and then come in for landing at one of these London airports:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
London Stansted Airport (STN)
You'll find plenty of airlines that offer direct Hamburg to London plane tickets out of HAM. Take off with any of these:
We make it easy to find a Hamburg to London flight with a stopover. To see the options leaving from Hamburg International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
The journey from central Hamburg to HAM takes around 25 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 10 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a handy hotel near Hamburg International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Hamburg to London, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
77% of flights departing from Hamburg International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Hamburg Lubeck Airport (LBC)
You can book a direct flight from Hamburg to London out of Hamburg Lubeck Airport (LBC). Nonstop services from LBC will get you to London Stansted Airport (STN).
Book your direct Hamburg to London plane ticket with Ryanair. This is one of the top airlines that operates this route out of LBC.
LBC is about 56 kilometres from central Hamburg. It'll take 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 35 minutes.
You're off on holiday, so why not extend it with an extra night away from home? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Hamburg Lubeck Airport the day before your flight from Hamburg to London:
Hamburg Lubeck Airport has an on-time performance of 78%. This figure shows how often flights that take off from this airport arrive at their destination on time.
Arriving in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The distance from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London is roughly 26 kilometres. It'll take you around 45 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It usually takes 25 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
Consider staying in a hotel near LHR if you have a late flight from Hamburg to London. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Travel at your own pace with a London Heathrow Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Surprice, U-Save or Green Motion and discover more of London and beyond.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride from London Heathrow Airport around one week in advance of your Hamburg to London flight.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Central London is located around 40 kilometres from London Gatwick Airport (LGW). After your flight from Hamburg to London has touched down and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 1 hour 5 minutes.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 45 minutes.
There are some great places to call home for the night near LGW. Unwind after your Hamburg to London flight at any of these well-located options:
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or waiting forever for a taxi. Grab a London Gatwick Airport rental car and let the journey unfold your way. Compare availability and rates from Green Motion, U-Save and Drivalia.
Avoid paying more than you need to. Securing your ride three weeks before your arrival at LGW will save you money.
London Stansted Airport (STN)
Travel to the centre after your flight from Hamburg to London has touched down. Central London is about 48 kilometres from London Stansted Airport (STN) and takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes to get there in a car.
Public transport can take you there in roughly 45 minutes.
Reserve a hotel near STN and go from the runway to resting in a snap. Whether you're arriving on a late Hamburg to London flight or just want an easier arrival, these stays put comfort right within reach:
Whether you're looking for a budget-friendly compact for a solo trip or an SUV to fit everyone and their gear, you'll find the perfect London Stansted Airport rental car for you. Browse the types of wheels available here from names such as Green Motion, Drivalia and Europcar.
Plan ahead and reap the rewards. Book your ride from STN four weeks before your flight from Hamburg to London to access the best rates.
Best time to go to London
March is the quietest month for flights from Hamburg to London, while July is the most popular. Figure out the ideal time to go to London based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in London is July, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC and 26ºC. Lock in your Hamburg to London ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC and 9ºC. Search for cheap flights from Hamburg to London around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about London
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in London right here. Explore these options once you've locked in your flight from Hamburg to London:
The British Museum and Westminster Abbey are a couple of popular attractions to put on your London must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Big Ben.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Manchester is just one of the many cities in the United Kingdom waiting to be discovered after you've seen London. Around 257 kilometres to the northwest, popular attractions include Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Science and Industry Museum.
Birmingham is another well-known destination in the United Kingdom and is around 161 kilometres northwest of London. No journey is complete without experiencing Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome and Bournville Experience.