Travelling from Houston to Hamburg: what you need to know
Begin planning your holiday by considering the departure point for your flight from Houston to Hamburg. George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) are Houston's main airports.
Step off your plane in Hamburg at Hamburg Airport (HAM) or Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC).
The timezone in Hamburg is UTC+1, which is six hours ahead of Houston.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to catch your Houston to Hamburg flight.
Flying during a popular month such as July? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Hamburg
To pick up cheap Houston to Hamburg flights, book as early as possible. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights first go on sale.
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Flying from Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your Houston to Hamburg flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from George Bush Intercontinental Airport. Take a pause at one of these popular airports:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
The journey from central Houston to IAH takes around 50 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 21 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Houston to Hamburg? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to George Bush Intercontinental Airport:
78.42% of flights that depart George Bush Intercontinental Airport arrive at their destination on time.
The address for IAH is 16930 JFK Boulevard.
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
HOU is around 16 kilometres from central Houston. It'll take you 20 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your flight from Houston to Hamburg? Kick back in a hotel near William P. Hobby Airport before your holiday officially begins. These stays are calling your name:
The majority of flights that depart William P. Hobby Airport arrive at their destination on schedule. It boasts a strong on-time performance rate of 81%.
HOU is located at 7800 Airport Boulevard.
Arriving in Hamburg
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
Hamburg Airport (HAM) to central Hamburg takes around 30 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 10 kilometres away.
It typically takes 30 minutes to get there on public transport.
Consider booking a hotel close to HAM if you're coming in on a late flight from Houston to Hamburg. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Follow your own route with a Hamburg Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Wheego, Alamo or star car and see more of Hamburg and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Hamburg Airport about one week before your trip.
Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC)
Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC) is around 56 kilometres from the centre of Hamburg. After your flight from Houston to Hamburg, it'll take you approximately 1 hour to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you hop on public transport, the ride to the centre takes 1 hour 30 minutes or so.
There are some great places to call home for the night near LBC. Tuck yourself in after your Houston to Hamburg flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Why work around someone else's schedule? Pick up a Luebeck-Blankensee Airport rental car and take charge of your own adventure. Book a set of wheels here with Enterprise.
Avoid filling out forms at the rental desk by completing your booking beforehand. Reserve your ride from LBC ahead of time so you can just grab the keys and be on your way.
Best time to go to Hamburg
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Houston to Hamburg. June is the most popular month to travel to Hamburg. If you prefer a more peaceful vibe, go in January.
When booking your Houston to Hamburg tickets, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Hamburg, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 26ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Houston to Hamburg in January when temperatures average between -5ºC and 6ºC.
More about Hamburg
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Hamburg right here. Explore these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Houston to Hamburg:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg are popular attractions which should feature on any good Hamburg itinerary.
Explore more of Germany
Hamburg is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Germany you should also see. About 257 kilometres south-east of Hamburg, a trip to Berlin will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading attractions like Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
Essen is another favourite destination in Germany and is around 306 kilometres south-west of Hamburg. No trip is complete without seeing Aussichtspunkt Wattenscheider Hellweg, Bergischer Weg - 2 Etappe and Hasenwiese.