Travelling from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Hamburg: what you need to know
Hamburg is six hours ahead of Chicago, where O'Hare International Airport is located. Hamburg follows the UTC+1 timezone.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to catch your ORD to Hamburg flight.
Travelling during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from ORD to Hamburg with a stopover. To see your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Well-traveled stopover hubs include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
ORD is around 26 kilometres from central Chicago. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 55 minutes.
Looking for a hotel near ORD? If you're catching an early flight from O'Hare International Airport to Hamburg, these stays put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
74.85% of flights that leave from O'Hare International Airport land at their destination on time.
You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.
How to find the cheapest flights from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Hamburg
The lowest price we've found for a one-way O'Hare International Airport to Hamburg flight is 166 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 406 €. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from ORD to Hamburg if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from O'Hare International Airport to Hamburg across each month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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Snag an affordable flight from O'Hare International Airport to Hamburg with the help of our filters. Choose your preferred duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Airports in Hamburg
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
Hamburg Airport (HAM) to central Hamburg takes around 30 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 11 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you around 1 hour 25 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from O'Hare International Airport to Hamburg. Stay at one of these accommodation options near HAM instead:
Grab a Hamburg Airport rental car and explore Hamburg and beyond with your own set of wheels. Wheego, Alamo and star car are top providers to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from Hamburg Airport around one week before your flight from ORD to Hamburg can help you lock in the best possible rate.
Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC)
After your flight from O'Hare International Airport to Hamburg has hit the runway, you can reach the city centre in around 1 hour by car. Central Hamburg is roughly 80 kilometres from Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC).
If you travel by public transport, you'll reach the centre in 1 hour 30 minutes or so.
There are some comfortable places to park your luggage (and yourself) near LBC. Settle in and get cosy after your ORD to Hamburg flight at one of these well-located options:
Why work around someone else's schedule? Pick up a Luebeck-Blankensee Airport rental car and set your own course. Book your wheels here with Enterprise.
Generally, the sooner you book, the better the prices and vehicle selection. Secure your ride from LBC once you know your travel dates.
Best time to go to Hamburg
Plan your trip to Hamburg in high season if you prefer a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book your flights from O'Hare International Airport to Hamburg in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
The warmest month in Hamburg is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Lock in your O'Hare International Airport to Hamburg plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Search for cheap tickets from ORD to Hamburg in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -5ºC (23ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF) on average.
More about Hamburg
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Hamburg right here. Explore these hotels after you've booked your flight from O'Hare International Airport to Hamburg:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Elbphilharmonie Hamburg, Miniatur Wunderland and Port of Hamburg are major attractions which should feature on every Hamburg itinerary.
Explore more of Germany
Hamburg has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Germany just waiting to be discovered. Around 257 kilometres south-east of Hamburg, a trip to Berlin will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
If you're looking to explore another side of Germany, head for Essen, about 306 kilometres south-west of Hamburg. Aussichtspunkt Wattenscheider Hellweg, Bergischer Weg - 2 Etappe and Hasenwiese are the start of reasons to visit.