Flying from Bucharest to Hamburg Airport (HAM): What you need to know
Bucharest's main base, Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP), is where many unforgettable trips begin. Explore the departure options from here when planning your flight from Bucharest to Hamburg Airport (HAM).
2 hours 40 minutes is the average journey time for a direct Bucharest to Hamburg Airport flight.
Hamburg Airport is located in Hamburg. The city runs on the UTC+1 timezone and is one hour behind Bucharest.
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to Hamburg Airport (HAM) is the busiest route, with 5 direct services each week. Travel from OTP to HAM on Wizz Air Malta's 5am flight.
To ensure you catch your flight from Bucharest to HAM, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
With more people on the move during high season, you'll want to get to your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will allow extra time for delays.
Airports in Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Enjoy an uninterrupted journey from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP). Nonstop flights from Bucharest to Hamburg Airport (HAM) operate from here.
When taking off from OTP, you can catch a direct flight from Bucharest to Hamburg Airport with Wizz Air Malta.
Wizz Air Malta is the airline most travellers choose for flights from OTP to HAM.
OTP is around 21 kilometres from central Bucharest. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 35 minutes.
Have an early flight from Bucharest to Hamburg Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays near Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport, 71.27% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
About Hamburg Airport (HAM)
Consider booking a hotel near HAM if you're catching a late flight from Bucharest to Hamburg Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and say goodnight sooner:
Pick up a Hamburg Airport rental car and discover Hamburg and beyond with your own wheels. Wheego, Alamo and star car are popular providers you can book with here.
Booking your ride around one week ahead of your Bucharest to Hamburg Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to central Hamburg
Hamburg Airport to the centre of Hamburg is roughly 10 kilometres. If you're getting a cab or renting a car, plan in advance to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times will vary based on traffic conditions and the time of day.
It takes around 1 hour 25 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bucharest to Hamburg Airport (HAM)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Bucharest to Hamburg Airport is $45. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $90. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Get your hands on cheap flights from Bucharest to HAM by booking 11 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
April is when you're most likely to land a fantastic deal on a Bucharest to Hamburg Airport ticket. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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The best time to fly from Bucharest to Hamburg Airport (HAM)
Think about your travel style when deciding your trip dates. February is the quietest month to go to Hamburg. June is when most people book flights from Bucharest to Hamburg Airport (HAM), which may be ideal if you're after more excitement.
Book a Bucharest to HAM plane ticket departing in August if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Hamburg to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
January has temperatures of between -5ºC (23ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Bucharest to Hamburg Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Hamburg
After booking your flight from Bucharest to Hamburg Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Hamburg:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to start. Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg are popular attractions which should feature on any well-planned Hamburg itinerary.
Explore more of Germany
Berlin is just one of the many places in Germany waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Hamburg. Around 257 kilometres away to the south-east, its top attractions include Brandenburg Gate, Brandenburger Tor and Berlin Wall.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in Germany, consider Dortmund, roughly 290 kilometres south-west of Hamburg. Dortmund Christmas Market, Museum of Natural History and Deutsches Fußballmuseum are the start of reasons to visit.
