Flying from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Hamburg: what you need to know
Hamburg's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Berlin (the location of Berlin Brandenburg Airport).
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to board your BER to Hamburg flight.
If you're jetting off during a major holiday or another peak period, give yourself more time. A good rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.
The journey from central Berlin to BER takes about 35 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a hotel near BER? If you've booked an early flight from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Hamburg, these accommodation options set you up for a seamless send-off:
Of all flights leaving Berlin Brandenburg Airport, 74.2% land on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Hamburg
71 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Hamburg flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is 123 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from BER to Hamburg. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Hamburg across each month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from BER to Hamburg by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a special offer becomes available.
Find a cheap flight from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Hamburg with the help of our filters. Choose your preferred duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
Airports in Hamburg
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
Hamburg Airport (HAM) to the centre of Hamburg takes around 30 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 11 kilometres away.
Getting there on public transport will take you around 1 hour 25 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Hamburg. Stay at one of these accommodation options near HAM instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Hamburg Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Wheego, Alamo or star car to explore Hamburg and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Hamburg Airport about one week ahead of your flight from BER to Hamburg.
Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC)
Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC) is about 80 kilometres from the centre of Hamburg. Once you've disembarked your flight from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Hamburg, it'll take you around 1 hour to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
Public transport will get you there in about 1 hour 30 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel near LBC. Here are a few options where you can check in after your BER to Hamburg flight:
Grab a Luebeck-Blankensee Airport rental car and experience more with your own wheels. Enterprise is just moments from baggage claim, so you can hit the road without delay.
In general, the earlier you book, the better the prices and vehicle selection. Lock in your ride from LBC the moment you know your dates.
Best time to go to Hamburg
Before scheduling your flights from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Hamburg, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in Hamburg offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of activities, while the off-season brings better hotel deals and fewer crowds.
The warmest month in Hamburg is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Book your Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Hamburg plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BER to Hamburg in January when temperatures average between -5ºC (23ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF).
More about Hamburg
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Hamburg right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Hamburg:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Elbphilharmonie Hamburg, Miniatur Wunderland and Port of Hamburg are must-do's during your Hamburg adventure.
Explore more of Germany
Hamburg is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Germany just waiting to be explored. About 257 kilometres south-east of Hamburg, a visit to Berlin will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
Around 306 kilometres south-west of Hamburg, Essen is another favourite stop in Germany. Experience major highlights starting with Aussichtspunkt Wattenscheider Hellweg, Bergischer Weg - 2 Etappe and Hasenwiese.