Travelling from Hamburg to Zurich Airport (ZRH): What you need to know
Set your travel plans in motion by working out where you'll board your flight from Hamburg to Zurich Airport (ZRH). Hamburg Airport (HAM) and Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC) are the two main airports in Hamburg.
The average time for a direct Hamburg to Zurich Airport flight is 1 hour 25 minutes.
Hamburg and Zurich (where Zurich Airport is located) share the UTC+1 timezone. That means you won't need to change your watch once you arrive.
With 51 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Zurich Airport (ZRH) is the busiest route. Eurowings operates the earliest flight at 6:05am. If you'd like to get more out of your day before jetting off, the latest departure from HAM to ZRH is with SWISS at 8:10pm.
Your flight from Hamburg to ZRH won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
If you're flying during a major holiday or other peak period, allow extra time. Get there two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
Airports in Hamburg
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
You can find a direct flight from Hamburg to Zurich Airport (ZRH) out of Hamburg Airport (HAM).
Book your direct flight from Hamburg to Zurich Airport with SWISS. This leading airline operates departures from HAM.
The most frequently booked airline between HAM and ZRH is SWISS.
Among carriers operating on this route, Eurowings has the highest percentage of on-time landings.
HAM is around 11 kilometres from central Hamburg. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your holiday? Stay near Hamburg Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Hamburg to Zurich Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels are just what you're after:
75.01% of flights that take off from Hamburg Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC)
Using 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.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Hamburg to ZRH flight? Relax in a hotel near Luebeck-Blankensee Airport before your holiday officially begins. These stays are expecting you:
About Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Have a late flight from Hamburg to Zurich Airport? Don't let it end in exhaustion. Stay at one of these hotels near ZRH and hit the pillow fast:
Grab a Zurich Airport rental car and discover Zurich and beyond with your own wheels. Alamo, Europcar and Green Motion are well-known companies you can book with here.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride around two weeks in advance of your Hamburg to Zurich Airport flight.
Getting from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to central Zurich
The centre of Zurich is roughly 10 kilometres from Zurich Airport. Journey times by car hire or cab will vary based on time of day and traffic conditions, so do some research before your trip.
It typically takes 1 hour 35 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Hamburg to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Hamburg to Zurich Airport is 47 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 102 €. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
To snag cheap flights from Hamburg to ZRH, book your ticket six months before your planned departure.
The best month for landing cheap Hamburg to Zurich Airport tickets is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates that offer the biggest savings.
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The best time to fly from Hamburg to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from Hamburg to Zurich Airport (ZRH). July is when most people visit Zurich. If you prefer a quieter vibe, head there in February.
The warmest month in Zurich is July, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Lock in your Hamburg to ZRH plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
January sees temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Hamburg to Zurich Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Zurich
Start your Zurich trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Hamburg to Zurich Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be hard to work out where to begin. Bahnhofstrasse, Cirque du Soleil - Grand Chapiteau and Zurich Opera are highlights which should be on any well-planned Zurich itinerary.
Explore more of Switzerland
Lausanne is just one of the many cities in Switzerland waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Zurich. Around 177 kilometres away to the south-west, its best attractions include Olympic Park, Riviera, Ouchy, Lausanne and Olympic Museum Lausanne (Musee Olympique).
Lugano is another sought-after destination in Switzerland and is around 161 kilometres south of Zurich. No trip is complete without experiencing Lungolago di Lugano, Aussichtspunkt San Salvatore and Old Town Lugano.