Travelling from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Frankfurt: what you need to know
Approximately 1 hour 5 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Hamburg Airport to Frankfurt.
Frankfurt's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Hamburg (the location of Hamburg Airport).
Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is the most popular route, with 102 flights a week to pick from. If you prefer a later start to the day, the last flight from HAM to FRA is with Lufthansa at 20:00. Go for the first departure with Lufthansa at 06:00 if you want to fly out earlier.
Leave plenty of time to catch your HAM to Frankfurt flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're travelling during a major holiday or another peak period, allow extra time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
Direct Hamburg Airport to Frankfurt tickets are available for booking. Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is where you'll step off the plane.
Book your seat with Lufthansa. This leading carrier offers direct flights from Hamburg Airport to Frankfurt.
Located around 10 kilometres from central Hamburg, HAM can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
Want an easy start to your travels? Stay near HAM. Whether you're taking an early flight from Hamburg Airport to Frankfurt or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are worth a look:
Of all flights departing from Hamburg Airport, 75.01% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Frankfurt
57 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way Hamburg Airport to Frankfurt flight. A return plane ticket starts at 121 €. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.
Book three months before flying. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from HAM to Frankfurt.
Plan your trip for July. That's the best month for scoring the biggest deals on Hamburg Airport to Frankfurt tickets. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from HAM to Frankfurt by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Hamburg Airport to Frankfurt by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'
Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
The distance from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to central Frankfurt is roughly 14 kilometres. It takes about 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It'll take around 35 minutes if you're using public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Hamburg Airport to Frankfurt, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near FRA:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Frankfurt Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Wheego, Alamo or OK Mobility and explore beyond Frankfurt's usual tourist stops.
Booking your ride from Frankfurt Airport around three weeks before your flight from HAM to Frankfurt can help you get the best possible rate.
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
Once your flight from Hamburg Airport to Frankfurt has landed, you can get to the city centre in around 1 hour 30 minutes by car. Central Frankfurt is roughly 121 kilometres from Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN).
If you travel by public transport, you'll reach the centre in 2 hours 40 minutes or so.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to HHN. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your HAM to Frankfurt flight:
Forget about public transport timetables or waiting in a long cab line. Grab a Frankfurt - Hahn Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. Compare rates and availability from Flex To Go, Alamo and Keddy By Europcar.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Securing your ride four weeks before your arrival at HHN will help you stay within budget.
Best time to go to Frankfurt
Carefully consider your trip dates before locking in your flight from Hamburg Airport to Frankfurt. The city buzzes during high season, but prices are generally higher and major attractions can get busy. Go to Frankfurt in the off-season if you prefer a quieter vibe.
Before booking a Hamburg Airport to Frankfurt plane ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Frankfurt, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -4ºC (25ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from HAM to Frankfurt around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Frankfurt
Start your Frankfurt trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Hamburg Airport to Frankfurt, explore our range of accommodation options including:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Goethe House, Palmengarten and Frankfurt Cathedral are attractions you won't want to skip in Frankfurt.
Explore more of Germany
You've done Frankfurt, now it's time to discover other corners of Germany. Journey around 418 kilometres north-east to Berlin to tick off its must-visit sights. From Brandenburg Gate to Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you want to check out another well-known destination in Germany, consider Hamburg, about 386 kilometres north of Frankfurt. Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg are among the biggest draws.