Flying from Chicago to Hamburg Airport (HAM): What you need to know
The timezone in Hamburg is UTC+1, which is seven hours ahead of Chicago. Hamburg Airport is located in Hamburg.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport with enough time to board your flight from Chicago to HAM.
July is a busy time to fly out. If you're heading away then or during a major holiday like Fourth of July, turn up even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Chicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
We make it simple to book cheap flights from Chicago to HAM with a stopover. To explore all your options departing from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between ORD and HAM include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
The journey from central Chicago to ORD takes about 45 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Chicago to Hamburg Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to Chicago O'Hare International Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Chicago O'Hare International Airport, data shows 70% of flights complete their journey on time.
You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
MDW is about 16 kilometres from central Chicago. It takes 25 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
Flying off with the first light? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Chicago Midway International Airport the day before your Chicago to HAM flight:
When it comes to keeping flights on track, Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 76%.
You'll find MDW at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
The journey to RFD from central Chicago is around 2 hours on public transport. If you prefer to travel by car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to cover the 145 kilometres or so.
Make catching an early Chicago to Hamburg Airport flight the easiest part of your journey. Book a room at one of these accommodation options close to Chicago Rockford International Airport and get to your check-in counter with plenty of time to spare:
Flights that leave from RFD arrive at their final stop as scheduled 71% of the time.
The street address of Chicago Rockford International Airport is 2 Airport Cir.
About Hamburg Airport (HAM)
Have a late flight from Chicago to Hamburg Airport? Don't let it stretch your travel day into tomorrow. Stay at one of these hotels near HAM and hit the lights earlier:
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle around one week ahead of your Chicago to Hamburg Airport flight.
Getting from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to central Hamburg
Hamburg Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Hamburg. It takes around 25 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Hamburg Airport (HAM)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Hamburg Airport is 283 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 579 €. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Chicago to HAM if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Chicago to Hamburg Airport tickets across the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a new deal shows up on plane tickets from Chicago to HAM.
Filters make it easier to scoop up a deal on your flight from Chicago to Hamburg Airport. Pick the airlines, flight times and number of stops that work for you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to bring up the lowest fares right away.
The best time to fly from Chicago to Hamburg Airport (HAM)
January is the quietest month for flights from Chicago to Hamburg Airport (HAM), while September is the most popular. Work out the ideal time to visit Hamburg based on whether you want a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Hamburg is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Lock in your Chicago to HAM plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Look for cheap tickets from Chicago to Hamburg Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -5ºC (23ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF).
More about Hamburg
Once you've booked your flight from Chicago to Hamburg Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Hamburg:
Your Hamburg visit won't be complete without checking out the sights. Major attractions you won't want to miss include Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.
Explore more of Germany
Hamburg has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Germany just waiting to be explored. Around 257 kilometres southeast of Hamburg, a visit to Berlin will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall and Parliament Building.
Dortmund is another must-experience destination in Germany and is around 290 kilometres southwest of Hamburg. No journey is complete without dropping by Museum of Natural History, Deutsches Fußballmuseum and Hohensyburg Castle.