Flying from Hamburg to London: what you need to know
Hamburg has a couple of airports where you can start your adventure. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Hamburg to London leaving from Hamburg Airport (HAM) or Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC).
Come in for landing at London Heathrow Airport (LHR) or London Gatwick Airport (LGW). You can also touch down in London at Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY).
Jump on a direct Hamburg to London flight and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 40 minutes.
London is one hour behind Hamburg and is in the UTC+0 timezone.
The most popular route for flights from Hamburg to London is from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Take your pick of 45 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from HAM to LHR is the 06:05 British Airways service. If you prefer travelling later, the latest available service is at 21:55 with British Airways.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably catch your Hamburg to London flight.
During popular months like June, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Hamburg to London
Currently, $26 is the best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Hamburg to London. The cheapest price for a return flight is $52. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book nine months before flying. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap Hamburg to London flights.
Schedule your trip for December. That's the best month for landing cheap plane tickets from Hamburg to London. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.
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Flying from Hamburg
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
Leave from Hamburg Airport (HAM) on a direct flight from Hamburg to London. You can touch down at these London airports from HAM:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Stansted Airport (STN)
Direct Hamburg to London plane tickets are available from a good range of airlines at HAM. Your nonstop flight awaits with one of these options:
We make it simple to book a Hamburg to London flight with a stopover. To see all your options leaving from Hamburg Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Travelling from central Hamburg to HAM takes around 1 hour 25 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 10 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Booked an early flight from Hamburg to London? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near Hamburg Airport:
Of the flights that depart from Hamburg Airport, 75.01% touch down on time at their destination.
Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC)
Consider booking your direct flight from Hamburg to London out of Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC). Nonstop connections from LBC will get you to Stansted Airport (STN).
Book a direct Hamburg to London plane ticket with Ryanair. This is one of the main airlines that operates this route out of LBC.
You can get to LBC from the centre of Hamburg in about 1 hour by car, depending on traffic. The ride on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to cover the 56 kilometres or so.
You're off on holiday, so why not enjoy an extra night away? Consider checking in to one of these hotels near Luebeck-Blankensee Airport the day before your flight from Hamburg to London:
Arriving in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London takes about 55 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 23 kilometres away.
It usually takes 1 hour to get there on public transport.
Consider staying in a hotel near LHR if you're coming in on a late flight from Hamburg to London. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a London Heathrow Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Surprice, U-Save or Green Motion to explore London and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from London Heathrow Airport around one week before your trip.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
After your flight from Hamburg to London has landed, you can reach the city centre in about 1 hour 20 minutes by car. Central London is approximately 40 kilometres from London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
The journey will take approximately 30 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from Hamburg to London, unwind at a hotel close to LGW. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a London Gatwick Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Green Motion, U-Save or Drivalia and get going in the blink of an eye.
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Booking your ride from LGW three weeks ahead of time often means better prices and a wider selection of vehicles.
Stansted Airport (STN)
Step off your flight from Hamburg to London and go directly to your hotel or start exploring right away. Central London is around 48 kilometres from Stansted Airport (STN) and usually takes 1 hour to reach by car.
The journey will take you roughly 1 hour 25 minutes using public transport.
Check in to a hotel near STN and get from baggage claim to bedtime in a flash. Whether you have a late Hamburg to London flight or just want a stress-free arrival, these accommodation options will have you settling in quickly:
Start your travels without stressing about how to get to your destination with a Stansted Airport rental car. You can book a set of wheels from trusted names here like Green Motion, Drivalia and Europcar.
Around four weeks ahead of your flight from Hamburg to London is a good time to secure your vehicle from STN. You're more likely to lock in a better rate or even pick up some early bird discounts.
Best time to go to London
July is the busiest month for flights from Hamburg to London. To escape the crowds, go to London in February.
The warmest month in London is July, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Lock in your Hamburg to London ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Hamburg to London in January when temperatures average between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).
More about London
Start your London trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Hamburg to London, browse our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Big Ben, The British Museum and Buckingham Palace are top attractions which should feature on every London itinerary.
Explore more of United Kingdom
You've done London, now it's time to explore other corners of United Kingdom. Journey around 161 kilometres north-west to Birmingham to tick off its leading sights. From Cadbury World to The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're eager to discover another corner of United Kingdom, consider Bristol, roughly 177 kilometres west of London. Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park are among its highlights.
