Travelling from Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM) to Hamburg: what you need to know
Hamburg's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Rotterdam (the location of Rotterdam The Hague Airport).
For a relaxed start to your RTM to Hamburg flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
If you're travelling during a bank holiday or another peak period, allow extra time. A good rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially land a cheaper plane ticket from RTM to Hamburg. All you need to do is uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your journey by stopping at one of these airports:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
W. A. Mozart Salzburg Airport (SZG)
Innsbruck Airport (INN)
RTM is about 5 kilometres from central Rotterdam. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 45 minutes.
Searching for a hotel near RTM? If you've booked an early flight from Rotterdam The Hague Airport to Hamburg, these stays set you up for a seamless send-off:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Rotterdam The Hague Airport, data shows 79.67% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM) to Hamburg
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Rotterdam The Hague Airport to Hamburg flight is 129 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 242 €. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from RTM to Hamburg if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Rotterdam The Hague Airport to Hamburg across the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
Save time looking for cheap flights from RTM to Hamburg by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Find an affordable flight from Rotterdam The Hague Airport to Hamburg with the help of our filters. Choose your ideal duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Airports in Hamburg
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
The distance from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to central Hamburg is roughly 11 kilometres. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It typically takes 1 hour 25 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
Think about booking a hotel close to HAM if you're coming in on a late flight from Rotterdam The Hague Airport to Hamburg. Choose one of these options and make your first night all about rest:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Hamburg Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Wheego, Alamo or star car and experience the lesser-explored corners of Hamburg and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Hamburg Airport about one week ahead of your flight from RTM to Hamburg.
Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC)
After your flight from Rotterdam The Hague Airport to Hamburg has touched down, you can get to the city centre in about 1 hour by car. Central Hamburg is roughly 80 kilometres from Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC).
If you choose to travel on public transport, the journey will take you 1 hour 30 minutes or so.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near LBC. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your RTM to Hamburg flight:
Find the perfect playlist and hit the road in a Luebeck-Blankensee Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Enterprise and set off on your adventure right away.
Usually, 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 during peak season if you want a lively atmosphere, but remember that prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book flights from Rotterdam The Hague Airport to Hamburg in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
When booking your Rotterdam The Hague Airport to Hamburg plane ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Hamburg, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from RTM 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 searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Hamburg right here. Explore these hotels once you've booked your flight from Rotterdam The Hague Airport to Hamburg:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Elbphilharmonie Hamburg, Miniatur Wunderland and Port of Hamburg are major attractions which should be on every Hamburg itinerary.
Explore more of Germany
You've done Hamburg, now it's time to discover other corners of Germany. Journey around 257 kilometres south-east to Berlin to check off its top attractions. From Brandenburg Gate to Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you want to check out another great destination in Germany, consider Essen, roughly 306 kilometres south-west of Hamburg. Aussichtspunkt Wattenscheider Hellweg, Bergischer Weg - 2 Etappe and Hasenwiese are highlights.