Flying from Brussels to Hamburg Airport (HAM): What you need to know
Brussels is home to two main airports where you can kick off your travels. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Brussels to Hamburg Airport (HAM) taking off from Brussels Airport (BRU) or Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL).
The average duration of a direct Brussels to Hamburg Airport flight is 1 hour 15 minutes.
Hamburg's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Brussels. Hamburg Airport is located in Hamburg.
With 12 direct flights a week between the two airports, Brussels Airport (BRU) to Hamburg Airport (HAM) is the most popular route. Brussels Airlines operates the earliest flight at 9:35am. If you prefer to get more out of your day before flying, the latest flight from BRU to HAM is with Brussels Airlines at 9:05pm.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Brussels to HAM. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
With more people on the move during peak seasons, plan to get to your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will allow extra time for delays.
Airports in Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
You can book a direct flight from Brussels to Hamburg Airport (HAM) out of Brussels Airport (BRU).
Brussels Airlines is a well-known carrier that operates direct flights from Brussels to Hamburg Airport taking off from BRU.
The airline most travellers choose when flying between BRU and HAM is Brussels Airlines.
Brussels Airlines takes the top spot for on-time performance. An exceptional 81.58% of its departures on this route arrive as planned.
BRU is around 14 kms (9 miles) from central Brussels. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 40 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near Brussels Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Brussels to Hamburg Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Of all flights departing from Brussels Airport, 71.97% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Brussels to Hamburg Airport. Here's where you can connect between Brussels S. Charleroi Airport and HAM:
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
CRL is around 56 kms (35 miles) from central Brussels. It'll take you 55 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 35 minutes.
Got an early start? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Brussels S. Charleroi Airport the day before your Brussels to HAM flight:
When it comes to keeping flights on track, Brussels S. Charleroi Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 71.71%.
About Hamburg Airport (HAM)
Have a late flight from Brussels to Hamburg Airport? Don't let your travel day stretch into tomorrow. Check in to one of these hotels near HAM and turn in quicker:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Hamburg Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Wheego, Alamo or star car to explore Hamburg and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around one week in advance of your Brussels to Hamburg Airport flight.
Getting from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to central Hamburg
Hamburg Airport is around 6 miles from central Hamburg. How long it'll take to get to the centre in a car hire or cab will depend on the time of day. Do some research before your trip.
Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Brussels to Hamburg Airport (HAM)
At the moment, £36 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Brussels to Hamburg Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is £77. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To snap up cheap flights from Brussels to HAM, book your ticket six months before your planned departure.
The best month for finding cheap Brussels to Hamburg Airport tickets is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates with the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Brussels to Hamburg Airport (HAM)
It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from Brussels to Hamburg Airport (HAM). June is the most popular month to visit Hamburg. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, think about going in February.
Lock in a Brussels to HAM plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Hamburg to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Brussels to Hamburg Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -5ºC (23ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF).
More about Hamburg
Start your Hamburg trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Brussels to Hamburg Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:
Miniatur Wunderland and Elbphilharmonie Hamburg are just a couple of the major attractions to add to your Hamburg itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Port of Hamburg.
Explore more of Germany
Berlin is just one of the many cities in Germany waiting to be discovered once you've seen Hamburg. Around 257 kms (160 miles) away to the south-east, top sights here include Brandenburg Gate, Brandenburger Tor and Berlin Wall.
Dortmund is another well-known destination in Germany and is around 290 kms (180 miles) south-west of Hamburg. No trip is complete without a visit to Dortmund Christmas Market, Museum of Natural History and Deutsches Fußballmuseum.