Flying from Warsaw to Hamburg Airport (HAM): What you need to know
Lay the groundwork for your adventure by considering where you'll catch your flight from Warsaw to Hamburg Airport (HAM). Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) and Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI) are the main airports in Warsaw.
Expect to be in the air for 1 hour 40 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct Warsaw to Hamburg Airport flight.
Hamburg (where Hamburg Airport is located) and Warsaw share the UTC+1 timezone. You can fly without needing to calculate any time difference.
With 19 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) to Hamburg Airport (HAM) is the busiest route. LOT - Polish Airlines operates the earliest flight at 9:05am. If you'd like to get more out of your day before jetting off, the latest flight from WAW to HAM is with LOT - Polish Airlines at 8:35pm.
Your flight from Warsaw to HAM won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
High season means busier airports, so aim to get there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to keep to your schedule.
Airports in Warsaw
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
You can book a direct flight from Warsaw to Hamburg Airport (HAM) leaving from Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW).
When jetting out of WAW, you can take a direct flight from Warsaw to Hamburg Airport with LOT - Polish Airlines.
LOT - Polish Airlines is the airline most travellers choose for flights from WAW to HAM.
LOT - Polish Airlines takes the lead in punctuality. A reliable 92.52% of its departures on this route complete the journey on schedule.
The journey from central Warsaw to WAW takes around 1 hour 10 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 8 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to Frederic Chopin Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Warsaw to Hamburg Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
77.68% of flights departing from Frederic Chopin Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI)
You can reach WMI from central Warsaw in approximately 50 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour to cover the 40 kilometres or so.
Catching an early morning flight? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Warsaw-Modlin Airport the day before your Warsaw to HAM flight:
About Hamburg Airport (HAM)
Have a late flight from Warsaw to Hamburg Airport? Don't let it steal your sleep. Stay at one of these hotels near HAM and be in snooze mode sooner:
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Booking your ride around one week in advance of your Warsaw to Hamburg Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to central Hamburg
Hamburg Airport to the centre of Hamburg is about 10 kilometres. If you're renting a car or taking a cab, do some research to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times vary based on the time of day and traffic conditions.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Warsaw to Hamburg Airport (HAM)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Warsaw to Hamburg Airport is $76. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $181. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.
Lock in cheap flights from Warsaw to HAM by booking one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
June is when you're most likely to land a bargain on a Warsaw to Hamburg Airport ticket. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
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The best time to fly from Warsaw to Hamburg Airport (HAM)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when deciding the best time to fly. February is the quietest month to visit Hamburg. June is when most people book flights from Warsaw to Hamburg Airport (HAM), which may be ideal if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
The warmest month in Hamburg is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Book your Warsaw to HAM plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Search for cheap tickets from Warsaw to Hamburg Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -5ºC (23ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF).
More about Hamburg
Start your Hamburg trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Warsaw to Hamburg Airport, explore our range of accommodation options including:
Your trip to Hamburg should come with a side of sightseeing. Major attractions that should be on your list include Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and 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. About 257 kilometres south-east of Hamburg, a visit to Berlin will keep you on the move. Check out popular attractions like Brandenburg Gate, Brandenburger Tor and Berlin Wall.
If you're eager to discover another major destination in Germany, consider Dortmund, about 290 kilometres south-west of Hamburg. Dortmund Christmas Market, Museum of Natural History and Deutsches Fußballmuseum are key reasons to visit.
