Flying from New York to Hamburg: what you need to know
You can choose from a range of airports when planning your flight from New York to Hamburg. Explore your options for departing New York from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA).
When it comes to choosing where to land in Hamburg, Hamburg Airport (HAM) and Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC) are the chief entry points.
Hamburg's timezone is UTC+1, making Hamburg five hours ahead of New York.
For a relaxed travel experience, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to board your New York to Hamburg flight.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Hamburg
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap New York to Hamburg flight. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
Getting cheap plane tickets from New York to Hamburg is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares across each month and score a sweet deal.
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Flying from New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling — and perhaps even explore a different city. When searching for New York to Hamburg flights leaving from John F. Kennedy International Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some options to consider:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Located around 19 kilometres from the centre of New York, JFK can be reached in about 50 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
In search of a handy hotel near John F. Kennedy International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from New York to Hamburg, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Of all flights leaving John F. Kennedy International Airport, 74.1% land on time at their destination.
The address for JFK is JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your New York to Hamburg flight. Visit family or friends or tick a new city off your list. Whatever you decide to do, check out these options between Newark Liberty International Airport and Hamburg:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Using public transport, you can travel from central New York to EWR in around 1 hour 10 minutes. The airport is roughly 14 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 30 minutes.
You're going on holiday, so why not enjoy an additional night away? Think about kicking back in one of these hotels near Newark Liberty International Airport the day before your flight from New York to Hamburg:
Newark Liberty International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 73%. This figure gives an insight into how often flights that take off from this airport arrive on time.
The street address for EWR is Building 1, Conrad Road.
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
The journey to LGA from the centre of New York is around 1 hour by public transport. If you're going by car, it'll take you about 25 minutes to cover the 13 kilometres or so.
Make catching an early New York to Hamburg flight the easiest part of your trip. Book a room at one of these hotels close to LaGuardia Airport and head to your check-in counter with plenty of time to spare:
LGA has a stellar on-time arrivals performance of 80.0%, so you can count on your flight to stay on track and touch down when it should.
You'll find LaGuardia Airport at Hangar 7 Centre.
Arriving in Hamburg
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
Hamburg Airport (HAM) to central Hamburg takes about 30 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 10 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from New York to Hamburg. Book one of these accommodation options near HAM instead:
Pick up a Hamburg Airport rental car and explore Hamburg and beyond with your own wheels. Wheego, Alamo and star car are popular outlets to choose from here.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle 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 New York to Hamburg, it'll take you approximately 1 hour to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can expect the trip to take approximately 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.
There are some comfortable places ready to welcome you near LBC. Kick back after your New York to Hamburg flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Line up the perfect playlist and hit the road in a Luebeck-Blankensee Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Enterprise and drive off without missing a beat.
In general, the earlier you book, the more you save and the better your options. Lock in your ride from LBC as soon as you know your dates.
Best time to go to Hamburg
June is the most popular month for flights from New York to Hamburg. To escape the crowds, head to Hamburg in January.
The warmest month in Hamburg is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 26ºC. Book your New York to Hamburg ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from New York to Hamburg in January when temperatures average between -5ºC and 6ºC.
More about Hamburg
Start your Hamburg trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from New York to Hamburg, check out our range of hotels including:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg are essential stops on your Hamburg itinerary.
Explore more of Germany
Berlin is just one of the many cities in Germany waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Hamburg. Around 257 kilometres to the south-east, check out popular attractions including Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
Essen is another must-experience destination in Germany and is around 306 kilometres south-west of Hamburg. No trip is complete without dropping by Aussichtspunkt Wattenscheider Hellweg, Bergischer Weg - 2 Etappe and Hasenwiese.