Travelling from Hamburg to Chicago: what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can start your journey from in Hamburg. Check out your options departing from Hamburg International Airport (HAM) or Hamburg Lubeck Airport (LBC) when planning your flight from Hamburg to Chicago.
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) are Chicago's major entry points.
Chicago's timezone is UTC-6, which makes Chicago seven hours behind Hamburg.
Leave plenty of time to get on your Hamburg to Chicago flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling over a peak time such as September? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Hamburg to Chicago
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap Hamburg to Chicago flights if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
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Flying from Hamburg
Hamburg International Airport (HAM)
We make it a breeze to book a Hamburg to Chicago flight with a stopover. To see all the options leaving from Hamburg International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)
Located around 10 kilometres from the centre of Hamburg, HAM can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
Have an early flight from Hamburg to Chicago? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to Hamburg International Airport:
Of the departures from Hamburg International Airport, 77% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Hamburg Lubeck Airport (LBC)
With public transport, you can travel from central Hamburg to LBC in around 1 hour 35 minutes. The airport is roughly 56 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 1 hour 5 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Hamburg to Chicago, unwind in one of these hotels near Hamburg Lubeck Airport:
78% of flights leaving Hamburg Lubeck Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Arriving in Chicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to central Chicago takes about 30 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 26 kilometres away.
It usually takes 45 minutes to get there on public transport.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Hamburg to Chicago. Stay at one of these accommodation options near ORD instead:
Go where the road takes you with a Chicago O'Hare International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Dollar or Budget and discover more of Chicago and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Chicago O'Hare International Airport around four weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway Airport (MDW)
After your flight from Hamburg to Chicago has arrived, you can reach the city centre in around 25 minutes by car. Central Chicago is roughly 14 kilometres from Chicago Midway Airport (MDW).
Travelling by public transport will take about 30 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to MDW. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from Hamburg to Chicago:
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or long taxi queues. Pick up a Chicago Midway Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Compare rates and availability from Dollar, Hertz and Budget.
Get exactly what you want. Booking your ride from MDW four weeks in advance often means lower prices and a greater selection of vehicles.
The address for Chicago Midway Airport is 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford Airport (RFD)
Head to the city centre after your flight from Hamburg to Chicago has touched down. Central Chicago is around 129 kilometres from Chicago Rockford Airport (RFD) and takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to get to by car.
Public transport can take you there in around 2 hours.
Whether you're searching for a mini for a solo adventure or a spacious SUV to transport your group, you'll find the ideal Chicago Rockford Airport rental car for you. Check out wheels available here from providers such as Budget, Alamo and National.
If you're looking for a certain kind of vehicle, booking early gives you a better shot at getting what you want. Secure your ride from RFD a few weeks ahead of your flight from Hamburg to Chicago.
The address for Chicago Rockford Airport is 2 Airport Cir.
Best time to go to Chicago
March is the quietest month for flights from Hamburg to Chicago, while July is the most popular. Find the best time to go to Chicago based on whether you prefer a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in a Hamburg to Chicago ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Chicago to range from 16ºC (61ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Look for cheap flights from Hamburg to Chicago in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) on average.
More about Chicago
Once you've booked your flight from Hamburg to Chicago, take your pick from prime hotels that put you close to the action. Make one of these options your base for exploring Chicago:
Millennium Park and The Art Institute of Chicago are just two of the popular attractions to put on your Chicago to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Willis Tower.
Explore more of the United States
You've done Chicago, now it's time to discover other corners of the United States. Travel about 451 kilometres southeast to Columbus to tick off its leading attractions. From Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens to Columbus Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre, your itinerary will be busy.
If there's time to check out another major destination in the United States, consider Indianapolis, roughly 257 kilometres southeast of Chicago. Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians and Western Art and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis are the start of reasons to visit.
