Flying from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) to Hamburg: what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to Hamburg is 2 hours 50 minutes.
Hamburg's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Catania (the location of Catania-Fontanarossa Airport).
With two flights a week between the two airports, Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) to Hamburg Airport (HAM) is the busiest route. Eurowings operates the earliest flight at 09:30. If you prefer to make the most of your day before leaving, the latest flight from CTA to HAM is with Eurowings at 19:25.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your CTA to Hamburg flight.
If you're jetting off during a bank holiday or another peak period, give yourself extra time. A good rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.
You can book a direct Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to Hamburg ticket. Begin your journey at CTA and arrive at Hamburg Airport (HAM).
Look out for offers from Eurowings. This airline has direct flights from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to Hamburg.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your plane ticket from CTA to Hamburg. All you need to do is deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your journey by stopping at one of these connecting airports:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Located around 5 kilometres from the centre of Catania, CTA can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Looking for a hotel near CTA? If you've booked an early flight from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to Hamburg, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
When it comes to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport's on-time performance, data shows 68.69% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) to Hamburg
40 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to Hamburg flight. A return ticket right now is 99 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Book one month before you want to fly. Research on pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from CTA to Hamburg.
The best month for picking up cheap Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to Hamburg tickets is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates offering the lowest fares.
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Airports in Hamburg
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
Hamburg Airport (HAM) is around 11 kilometres from central Hamburg. If you're opting for a ride-share or a cab, the drive will take roughly 30 minutes.
Getting there by public transport takes around 1 hour 25 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to Hamburg. Check in to one of these accommodation options near HAM instead:
Pick up a Hamburg Airport rental car and discover Hamburg and beyond with your own set of wheels. Wheego, Alamo and star car are top outlets to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle from Hamburg Airport around one week ahead of your flight from CTA to Hamburg can help you lock in the lowest rate.
Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC)
Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC) is about 80 kilometres from central Hamburg. After your flight from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to Hamburg, it'll take you around 1 hour to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 1 hour 30 minutes.
Following your CTA to Hamburg flight, rest your head at a hotel close to LBC. These are some great options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Crank up the music and hit the open road in a Luebeck-Blankensee Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Enterprise and begin discovering new places right away.
Save time at the rental desk by having everything prearranged. Secure your ride from LBC ahead of time so you can just grab the keys and be on your way.
Best time to go to Hamburg
Carefully consider your trip dates before locking in your flight from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to Hamburg. The city buzzes during high season, but hotel rates are often higher and top attractions can be crowded. Go to Hamburg in the low season for a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Hamburg is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Book your Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to Hamburg plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Look for cheap tickets from CTA to Hamburg in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -5ºC (23ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF) on average.
More about Hamburg
Once you've booked your flight from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to Hamburg, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Hamburg:
Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Miniatur Wunderland are just the start of the major attractions to put on your Hamburg must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Port of Hamburg.
Explore more of Germany
You've seen Hamburg, now it's time to discover more of Germany. Journey around 257 kilometres south-east to Berlin to tick off its leading attractions. From Brandenburg Gate to Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Essen is another sought-after destination in Germany and is around 306 kilometres south-west of Hamburg. No journey is complete without visiting Aussichtspunkt Wattenscheider Hellweg, Bergischer Weg - 2 Etappe and Hasenwiese.