Travelling from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Hamburg: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 1 hour 30 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct flight from Vienna International Airport to Hamburg.
Vienna (the location of Vienna International Airport) and Hamburg follow the same timezone — UTC+1.
Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Hamburg Airport (HAM) is the most popular route, with 41 flights a week to choose from. If you prefer starting your day later, the last flight from VIE to HAM is with Eurowings at 20:55. Go for the first departure with Austrian at 07:15 if you want to get on your way earlier.
To avoid missing your VIE to Hamburg flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Heading away during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Direct Vienna International Airport to Hamburg tickets are available for booking. Hamburg Airport (HAM) is where you'll be landing.
Austrian is a well-known carrier that operates direct flights from Vienna International Airport to Hamburg.
Travelling from central Vienna to VIE takes about 1 hour by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 16 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want an easy start to your trip? Stay near VIE. Whether you have an early flight from Vienna International Airport to Hamburg or just don't like being rushed, these hotels put convenience first:
78.59% of flights that depart Vienna International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Hamburg
49 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Vienna International Airport to Hamburg flight. A return ticket right now is 90 €. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Book six months before you want to travel. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from VIE to Hamburg.
Schedule your trip for October. That's the best month for scoring an incredible deal on Vienna International Airport to Hamburg tickets. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
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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.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 25 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Vienna International Airport to Hamburg, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near HAM:
Travel at your own speed with a Hamburg Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Wheego, Alamo or star car and see more of Hamburg and beyond.
For the lowest price, book your vehicle from Hamburg Airport around one week ahead of your flight from VIE to Hamburg.
Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC)
Once your flight from Vienna International Airport to Hamburg has hit the tarmac, you can reach the city centre in about 1 hour by car. Central Hamburg is roughly 80 kilometres from Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC).
If you travel by public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 1 hour 30 minutes or so.
You'll find some great places ready to welcome you near LBC. Kick back and get cosy after your VIE to Hamburg flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Why let someone else's timetable dictate your plans? Grab a Luebeck-Blankensee Airport rental car and call the shots on your own adventure. Book your wheels here with Enterprise.
Generally speaking, the sooner you book, the better the deals and selection of vehicles. Reserve your ride from LBC once you know your travel dates.
Best time to go to Hamburg
Carefully consider your travel dates before locking in your flight from Vienna International Airport to Hamburg. The city comes alive during high season, but rates are generally higher and attractions can be crowded. Visit Hamburg in low season if you want a quieter vibe.
The warmest month in Hamburg is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Book your Vienna International Airport to Hamburg plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
January has average temperatures of between -5ºC (23ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from VIE to Hamburg around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Hamburg
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Hamburg right here. Browse these options once you've locked in your flight from Vienna International Airport to Hamburg:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Elbphilharmonie Hamburg, Miniatur Wunderland and Port of Hamburg are must-visits when exploring Hamburg.
Explore more of Germany
Berlin is just one of the many places in Germany waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Hamburg. Around 257 kilometres away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
If there's time to check out another side of Germany, head for Essen, roughly 306 kilometres south-west of Hamburg. Aussichtspunkt Wattenscheider Hellweg, Bergischer Weg - 2 Etappe and Hasenwiese are among the biggest draws.
