Flying from Hamburg to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX): What you need to know
Get your holiday planning started by working out where you'll catch your flight from Hamburg to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Hamburg Airport (HAM) and Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC) are the main airports in Hamburg.
Los Angeles is eight hours behind Hamburg. Los Angeles International Airport is located in Los Angeles, which runs on the UTC-7 timezone.
Your flight from Hamburg to LAX won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
With more travellers during high season, it's a good idea to be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will help you deal with any delays.
Airports in Hamburg
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a travel break and perhaps even tour another city. When browsing cheap flights from Hamburg to LAX leaving from Hamburg Airport (HAM), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
HAM is around 11 kilometres from central Hamburg. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your holiday? Stay near Hamburg Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Hamburg to Los Angeles International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
75.01% of flights taking off from Hamburg Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC)
On public transport, you can travel from central Hamburg to LBC in around 1 hour 30 minutes. The terminal is roughly 80 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 1 hour.
Taking off bright and early? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Luebeck-Blankensee Airport the day before your Hamburg to LAX flight:
About Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Reserve a hotel close to LAX if you have a late flight from Hamburg to Los Angeles International Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Los Angeles International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and explore beyond Los Angeles's main sights.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride around one week in advance of your Hamburg to Los Angeles International Airport flight.
You'll find LAX at One World Way.
Getting from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport to central Los Angeles is around 19 kilometres. If you're taking a cab or renting a car, plan ahead to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times will vary depending on traffic and the time of day.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 55 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Hamburg to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Hamburg to Los Angeles International Airport is 288 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 501 €. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.
To find cheap flights from Hamburg to LAX, book in advance. Airlines typically offer lower prices when tickets are first released.
Affordable Hamburg to Los Angeles International Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across every month and then pick the cheapest day.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a better deal on plane tickets from Hamburg to LAX.
Filters make it easier to track down a bargain for your flight from Hamburg to Los Angeles International Airport. Pick the airlines, flight times and stops that make sense for you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the most affordable option fast.
The best time to fly from Hamburg to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Think about the kind of experience you want when planning the timing of your trip. May is the quietest month to visit Los Angeles. July is when most people book flights from Hamburg to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), which may be ideal if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
When booking your Hamburg to LAX plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Los Angeles, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Hamburg to Los Angeles International Airport in February when temperatures are between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
More about Los Angeles
Once you've booked your flight from Hamburg to Los Angeles International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Los Angeles:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be hard to know where to start. Hollywood Sign, Griffith Observatory and Hollywood Bowl are top sights which should feature on any good Los Angeles itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
You've visited Los Angeles, now it's time to explore other corners of the United States. Travel about 177 kilometres south-east to San Diego to tick off its top attractions. From San Diego Zoo to San Diego Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 161 kilometres north of Los Angeles, Bakersfield is another favourite stop in the United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Kern County Museum, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Park and BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir.
