Flying from Houston to Hamburg: what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can start your trip from in Houston. Explore your options departing from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) or William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) when organising your flight from Houston to Hamburg.
Come in for landing at Hamburg's primary gateway, Hamburg Airport (HAM).
Hamburg is six hours ahead of Houston and observes the UTC+1 timezone.
To ensure you make your Houston to Hamburg flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Hopping on a plane during a peak time like July? High seasons (like spring break, Christmas and Thanksgiving) can add an hour at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
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.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest plane tickets from Houston to Hamburg across the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
Getting a cheap flight from Houston to Hamburg couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when the price has dropped.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' Houston to Hamburg flights.
Flying from Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
We make it a cinch to book a Houston to Hamburg flight with a stopover. To see all your options departing from George Bush Intercontinental Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Located around 13 miles from central Houston, IAH can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 50 minutes.
After a stress-free start to your holiday? Stay near George Bush Intercontinental Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Houston to Hamburg or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
When it comes to the on-time performance of George Bush Intercontinental Airport, data shows 78.42% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
You'll find IAH at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
HOU is about 10 miles from central Houston. It'll take 20 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Houston to Hamburg, unwind in one of these hotels near William P. Hobby Airport:
William P. Hobby Airport has earned its reputation for punctuality. 81.06% of flights out of here meet their scheduled arrival times without fail.
You'll find HOU at 7800 Airport Boulevard.
Arriving in Hamburg
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
The distance from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to central Hamburg is roughly 6 miles. It takes about 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It usually takes 1 hour 25 minutes to get there on public transport.
Book a hotel close to HAM if you have a late flight from Houston to Hamburg. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a Hamburg Airport rental car and explore Hamburg and beyond with your own wheels. Wheego, Alamo and star car are top outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Hamburg Airport about one week before your trip.
Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC)
The centre of Hamburg is about 35 miles from Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC). As soon as your flight from Houston to Hamburg has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 1 hour.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Why follow someone else's schedule? Pick up a Luebeck-Blankensee Airport rental car and set your own course. Reserve a set of wheels here with Enterprise.
Lock in the vehicle you want, not just what's available, by reserving your ride from LBC ahead of your arrival. You can also avoid paying more than you need to, especially when the airport is busy.
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 (54ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Houston to Hamburg in January when temperatures average between -5ºC (23ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF).
More about Hamburg
Once you've booked your flight from Houston to Hamburg, take your pick from prime hotels that put you close to the action. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Hamburg:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg are top attractions which should be on any well-planned 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 160 miles 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 190 miles south-west of Hamburg. No trip is complete without seeing Aussichtspunkt Wattenscheider Hellweg, Bergischer Weg - 2 Etappe and Hasenwiese.
