Travelling from Philadelphia to Hamburg: what you need to know
Philadelphia's main base, Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), is where many unforgettable trips begin. Explore your departure options from here for your flight from Philadelphia to Hamburg.
Arrive in Hamburg at Hamburg International Airport (HAM) or Hamburg Lubeck Airport (LBC).
The timezone in Hamburg is UTC+1, which is six hours ahead of Philadelphia.
To ensure you make your Philadelphia to Hamburg flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Hamburg
To find cheap Philadelphia to Hamburg flights, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
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Flying from Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save money on your Philadelphia to Hamburg flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Philadelphia International Airport. Take a break from travelling at one of these popular airports:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
The journey from central Philadelphia to PHL takes around 30 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
In search of a convenient hotel near Philadelphia International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Philadelphia to Hamburg, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Of the flights that depart from Philadelphia International Airport, 77% touch down on time at their destination.
PHL's address is 8500 Essington Ave.
Arriving in Hamburg
Hamburg International Airport (HAM)
Hamburg International Airport (HAM) to central Hamburg takes about 25 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 10 kilometres away.
It usually takes 25 minutes to get there on public transport.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Philadelphia to Hamburg. Book one of these accommodation options near HAM instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Hamburg International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Wheego, Alamo or star car and explore beyond Hamburg's main sights.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Hamburg International Airport about one week ahead of your Philadelphia to Hamburg flight.
Hamburg Lubeck Airport (LBC)
Once your flight from Philadelphia to Hamburg has landed, you can make your way to the city centre in around 1 hour 5 minutes by car. Central Hamburg is approximately 56 kilometres from Hamburg Lubeck Airport (LBC).
If you choose to travel on public transport, the journey will take you 1 hour 35 minutes or so.
After your flight from Philadelphia to Hamburg, settle in at a hotel close to LBC. These are some great options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Crank up the tunes and hit the open road in a Hamburg Lubeck Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Enterprise and get your trip rolling right away.
Avoid filling out paperwork at the rental desk by completing your booking beforehand. Reserve your ride from LBC a few weeks in advance so you can simply grab the keys and go.
Best time to go to Hamburg
September is the busiest month for flights from Philadelphia to Hamburg. To travel when it's less crowded, go to Hamburg in March.
Lock in a Philadelphia to Hamburg 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 sees average temperatures of between -5ºC (23ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF). Search for cheap flights from Philadelphia to Hamburg around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Hamburg
After booking your flight from Philadelphia 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:
Miniatur Wunderland and Elbphilharmonie Hamburg are just two of the major attractions to add to your Hamburg travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Port of Hamburg.
Explore more of Germany
Hamburg will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of Germany just waiting to be explored. Around 257 kilometres southeast of Hamburg, a trip to Berlin will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like Brandenburg Gate, Reichstag Building and Berlin Philharmonic.
If you want to check out another great destination in Germany, consider Essen, roughly 306 kilometres southwest of Hamburg. PACT Zollverein, Philharmonie Essen and Red Dot Design Museum are among its highlights.
