Travelling from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Hamburg: what you need to know
Hamburg is five hours ahead of Durham, where Raleigh-Durham International Airport is located. Hamburg follows the UTC+1 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your RDU to Hamburg flight.
Delays at check-in and security are likely if you're jetting off during high season, so give yourself even more breathing space. A good general rule for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
We make it simple to book plane tickets from RDU to Hamburg with a stopover. To see all the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Travelling from central Durham to RDU takes around 1 hour 10 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 16 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a stress-free start to your travels? Stay near RDU. Whether you're catching an early flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Hamburg or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are a convenient choice:
Raleigh-Durham International Airport has a strong on-time performance, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from RDU make it to their destination as scheduled 80.09% of the time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Hamburg
332 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Hamburg flight. A return plane ticket starts from 683 €. These fares can change based on demand.
Booking in advance is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from RDU to Hamburg. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
Scoring cheap tickets from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Hamburg is more likely if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to access the lowest fares across every month and land a fantastic deal.
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Airports in Hamburg
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
Hamburg Airport (HAM) to the centre of Hamburg takes about 30 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 11 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Hamburg, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near HAM:
Grab a Hamburg Airport rental car and discover Hamburg and beyond with your own set of wheels. Wheego, Alamo and star car are popular outlets to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Hamburg Airport about one week before your flight from RDU to Hamburg can help you lock in the best possible rate.
Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC)
The centre of Hamburg is located around 80 kilometres from Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC). Once your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Hamburg has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of around 1 hour.
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 1 hour 30 minutes or so.
There are some great places to drop your things at near LBC. Unwind and get cosy after your RDU to Hamburg flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Grab a Luebeck-Blankensee Airport rental car and experience more with your own set of wheels. Enterprise is just moments from arrivals, so you can drive off without missing a beat.
Get your preferred vehicle, not just what's left, by reserving your ride from LBC before your arrival. You can also avoid last-minute price surges, especially during busy airport times.
Best time to go to Hamburg
Plan your trip to Hamburg in high season if you prefer a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Hamburg during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
The warmest month in Hamburg is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Book your Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Hamburg plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
January sees average temperatures of between -5ºC (23ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from RDU to Hamburg around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Hamburg
Start your Hamburg trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Hamburg, explore our range of hotels including:
Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Miniatur Wunderland are just the start of the top attractions to add to your Hamburg travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Port of Hamburg.
Explore more of Germany
Hamburg has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Germany you should also see. Around 257 kilometres south-east of Hamburg, a visit to Berlin will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
If there's time to check out another corner of Germany, consider Essen, roughly 306 kilometres south-west of Hamburg. Aussichtspunkt Wattenscheider Hellweg, Bergischer Weg - 2 Etappe and Hasenwiese are among the biggest draws.