Flying from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Hamburg: what you need to know
Birmingham International Airport is located in Birmingham. Operating on the UTC+1 timezone, Hamburg is 1 hour ahead of Birmingham.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your flight from BHX to Hamburg.
Traveling over a peak time such as June? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a cinch to find a flight from BHX to Hamburg with a stopover. To see all the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers include:
Brussels Airport (BRU)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
If you have a passport from United Kingdom and want to travel to Germany for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, visa and entry requirements may vary based on your length of stay and can be subject to change. For the latest rules, check with your destination's nearest consulate or embassy before reserving a cheap ticket from Birmingham International Airport to Hamburg.
The journey from central Birmingham to BHX takes about 48 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 24 kilometers in 23 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Booked an early flight from Birmingham International Airport to Hamburg? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to BHX:
How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Hamburg
$79 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Birmingham International Airport to Hamburg. Return flights start from $164. These prices may change depending on availability.
To score cheap tickets from BHX to Hamburg, book as early as possible. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest tickets from Birmingham International Airport to Hamburg across the entire month. It's the best way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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Airports in Hamburg
Hamburg Lubeck Airport (LBC)
Hamburg Lubeck Airport (LBC) to central Hamburg is roughly 80 kilometers. It takes about 59 minutes to reach the center driving.
It takes around 1 hour and 30 minutes to get there by public transport.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Birmingham International Airport to Hamburg. Book one of these accommodation options near LBC instead:
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
Hamburg Airport (HAM) is roughly 11 kilometers from central Hamburg. Following your flight from Birmingham International Airport to Hamburg, it'll take you around 29 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
The trip will take about 1 hour and 24 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel near HAM. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from BHX to Hamburg:
Best time to go to Hamburg
Visit Hamburg in peak season if you want a vibrant atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are generally higher. Or, schedule your flights from Birmingham International Airport to Hamburg during low season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
Before booking a flight from Birmingham International Airport to Hamburg, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Hamburg, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 26ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -5ºC and 6ºC. Look for cheap flights from BHX to Hamburg sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
More about Hamburg
Start your Hamburg trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Birmingham International Airport to Hamburg, check out our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg are top sights which should be on any well-planned Hamburg itinerary.
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