Flying from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Hamburg Airport (HAM): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from London Gatwick Airport to Hamburg Airport is 1 hour 40 minutes. Hamburg's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Hamburg 1 hour ahead of London.
Every week, there are 12 flights from London Gatwick Airport to Hamburg Airport. If you'd like to take off as soon as possible, select the 07:30 easyJet flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the last flight from LGW to HAM is 21:55 with easyJet.
Flying during a peak month like August? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
easyJet is your gateway to exploring Hamburg (and perhaps some other great corners of Germany!). Browse the direct flights from London Gatwick Airport to Hamburg Airport offered by this popular airline.
If you'd like a stopover for your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Hamburg Airport, just deselect 'Direct flights only' and explore your options. These are the most popular stopovers between LGW and HAM:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Frankfurt Airport
Copenhagen Airport
Before booking your cheap ticket from LGW to HAM, check whether you need a visa to enter Germany. Travel document and visa requirements may vary and are updated frequently. For the most up-to-date information, get in touch with the nearest embassy or consulate of your destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Hamburg Airport (HAM)
$67 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Hamburg Airport. Return flights start at $134. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
Book 1 month before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap flight tickets from LGW to HAM.
Organise your trip for September. That's the cheapest month for tickets from London Gatwick Airport to Hamburg Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across each month.
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Take advantage of filters to find the right trip for you. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from London Gatwick Airport to Hamburg Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Located around 80 kilometres from the centre of London, London Gatwick Airport can be reached in about 1 hour and 19 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey by public transport is roughly 1 hour and 26 minutes.
Have an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Hamburg Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays near LGW:
Arriving at Hamburg Airport (HAM)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from London Gatwick Airport to Hamburg Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near HAM instead:
Getting from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to central Hamburg
Hamburg Airport is approximately 11 kilometres from the centre of Hamburg. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is about 29 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour and 24 minutes.
When to fly to Hamburg Airport (HAM)
June is the most popular month for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Hamburg Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Hamburg in February.
Before locking in your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Hamburg Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Hamburg, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC to 26ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LGW to HAM in January. Temperatures average between -5ºC and 6ºC then.
More about Hamburg
Start your Hamburg trip right by finding the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from LGW to HAM, browse our selection of hotel options including:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg are must-visits when exploring Hamburg.
Complete your Hamburg trip with hotels and a car rental
After you've secured your cheap ticket to Hamburg Airport, discover the lowest prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one place to get the best car rental price for your Hamburg escape.