Travelling from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Hamburg Airport (HAM): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from London Gatwick Airport to Hamburg Airport is 1 hour 40 minutes.
The timezone in Hamburg is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of London.
Each week, there are 12 London Gatwick Airport to Hamburg Airport flights. To take off as early as possible, go for the 07:30 easyJet flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the last flight is at 18:45 with easyJet.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your LGW to HAM flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
EasyJet is your ticket to exploring Hamburg (and maybe even some other great parts of Germany!). Check out the direct flights from London Gatwick Airport to Hamburg Airport offered by this carrier.
EasyJet is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from London Gatwick Airport to Hamburg Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some great stopovers between LGW and HAM include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Frankfurt Airport
Copenhagen Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Hamburg Airport (HAM)
Currently, $80 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Hamburg Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $191. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
Score cheap tickets from LGW to HAM by booking ten months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Hamburg Airport is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from LGW to HAM.
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Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Of all flights leaving London Gatwick Airport, 69.26% land on schedule at their destination.
Central London to London Gatwick Airport is around 80 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 1 hour 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
The journey on public transport takes about 1 hour 25 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near LGW? If you're catching an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Hamburg Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Hamburg Airport (HAM)
If you're getting in on a late London Gatwick Airport to Hamburg Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these options near HAM:
Grab a Hamburg Airport rental car and explore Hamburg and beyond with your own set of wheels. Wheego, Alamo and star car are top outlets you can book with here.
Reserving your ride from Hamburg Airport about one week in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to central Hamburg
Hamburg Airport is approximately 11 kilometres from the centre of Hamburg. The drive time takes around 30 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
When to fly to Hamburg Airport (HAM)
The quietest month for a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Hamburg Airport is January, while June is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Hamburg based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
When booking your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Hamburg Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Hamburg, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 26ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from LGW to HAM in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -5ºC and 6ºC on average.
Explore more of Germany
Berlin is just one of the many cities in Germany waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Hamburg. Around 257 kilometres away to the south-east, its best attractions include Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in Germany, consider Essen, about 306 kilometres south-west of Hamburg. Aussichtspunkt Wattenscheider Hellweg, Bergischer Weg - 2 Etappe and Hasenwiese are among the biggest draws.