Flying from Frankfurt to Hamburg Airport (HAM): What you need to know
Your route to adventure begins at Frankfurt's main airport, Frankfurt Airport (FRA). Explore the options for booking a flight from Frankfurt to Hamburg Airport (HAM) leaving from this terminal.
Book a direct Frankfurt to Hamburg Airport flight and you'll be in the air for around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Frankfurt and Hamburg (where Hamburg Airport is located) share the UTC+1 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.
With 102 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Hamburg Airport (HAM) is the most popular route. Lufthansa operates the earliest flight at 6:30am. If you'd like to make the most of your day before you fly, the latest departure from FRA to HAM is with Lufthansa at 9:25pm.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your flight from Frankfurt to HAM.
Delays at security and check-in are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing room. The recommendation for peak times? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from Frankfurt to Hamburg Airport (HAM) can be booked from this terminal.
Lufthansa is a well-known airline that offers direct flights from Frankfurt to Hamburg Airport taking off from FRA.
Lufthansa sees the most traveller bookings for flights from FRA to HAM.
Lufthansa is the most punctual carrier operating on this route, with 76.78% of its services landing on time.
Travelling from central Frankfurt to FRA takes about 35 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 14 kms (9 miles) in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
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Of the departures from Frankfurt Airport, 67.47% touch down on time at their destination.
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Frankfurt to HHN in about 2 hours 40 minutes. The terminal is roughly 121 kms (75 miles) away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 1 hour 30 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Frankfurt to HAM flight? Relax in a hotel near Frankfurt - Hahn Airport before your holiday officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
53.13% of all departures from Frankfurt - Hahn Airport meet their expected arrival time.
About Hamburg Airport (HAM)
Have a late flight from Frankfurt to Hamburg Airport? Don't let it stretch your travel day into tomorrow. Stay at one of these hotels near HAM and get cosy, quick:
Travel at your own pace with a Hamburg Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Wheego, Alamo or star car and discover more of Hamburg and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle around one week ahead of your Frankfurt to Hamburg Airport flight.
Getting from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to central Hamburg
Hamburg Airport is roughly 6 miles from central Hamburg. The time it takes to get to the centre in a cab or car hire will depend on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Hamburg Airport (HAM)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Frankfurt to Hamburg Airport is £34. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £69. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Frankfurt to HAM if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
Affordable Frankfurt to Hamburg Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across each month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Frankfurt to Hamburg Airport (HAM)
Think about your travel style when deciding the best time to fly. February is the quietest month to go to Hamburg. June is when most people book flights from Frankfurt to Hamburg Airport (HAM), which may be perfect if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
Before locking in your Frankfurt to HAM plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Hamburg, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Frankfurt to Hamburg Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -5ºC (23ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF).
More about Hamburg
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Hamburg right here. Explore these options once you've locked in your flight from Frankfurt to Hamburg Airport:
You'll find plenty of exciting things to do in Hamburg when you're ready to go sightseeing. Make your way to Miniatur Wunderland followed by Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.
Explore more of Germany
You've seen Hamburg, now it's time to discover other parts of Germany. Travel about 257 kms (160 miles) south-east to Berlin to check off its leading sights. From Brandenburg Gate to Brandenburger Tor and Berlin Wall, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 290 kms (180 miles) south-west of Hamburg, Dortmund is another essential stop in Germany. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Dortmund Christmas Market, Museum of Natural History and Deutsches Fußballmuseum.