Flying from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Hamburg: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 1 hour 53 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct flight from Edinburgh Airport to Hamburg.
Hamburg is 1 hour ahead of Edinburgh, where Edinburgh Airport is located. Hamburg operates on the UTC+1 timezone.
The busiest route is from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Hamburg Airport (HAM). You can select from 4 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to take off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from EDI to HAM is the 12:35 Ryanair UK Ltd. Option. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the last departure is at 18:20 with Ryanair.
To ensure you catch your flight from EDI to Hamburg, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You can expect longer lines in popular months like June and other peak periods. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Nonstop flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Hamburg are available for booking. Hamburg Airport (HAM) will be your arrival point.
Keep an eye out for promotions from Ryanair UK Ltd.. This carrier has direct flights from Edinburgh Airport to Hamburg.
We make it easy to find a flight from EDI to Hamburg that includes a stopover. To see the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS)
You won't need a visa for Germany if you have a passport from United Kingdom and are travelling for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements can be subject to change. So before organising your cheap tickets from Edinburgh Airport to Hamburg, check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the latest information.
The journey from central Edinburgh to EDI takes approximately 40 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 31 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
After a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near EDI. Whether you have an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Hamburg or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Hamburg
61 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Edinburgh Airport to Hamburg. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 127 €. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
To snag cheap tickets from EDI to Hamburg, reserve your journey 8 months before the departure date.
Organise your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Edinburgh Airport to Hamburg. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
Create a Price Alert for cheap tickets from EDI to Hamburg. There's no need to search every day to find out if fares have dropped. We'll notify you the moment the price changes.
Make the most of the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Edinburgh Airport to Hamburg, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Airports in Hamburg
Hamburg Lubeck Airport (LBC)
Hamburg Lubeck Airport (LBC) is around 80 kilometres from the centre of Hamburg. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is about 59 minutes.
It'll take around 1 hour and 30 minutes when travelling by public transport.
If you have a late flight from Edinburgh Airport to Hamburg, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near LBC:
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
As soon as your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Hamburg has hit the tarmac, you can get to the city centre in about 29 minutes by car. Central Hamburg is roughly 11 kilometres from Hamburg Airport (HAM).
You can also opt for public transport, which will take roughly 1 hour and 24 minutes.
After your flight from EDI to Hamburg, kick back at a hotel near HAM. These are some comfortable options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Hamburg
Carefully consider your dates before booking your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Hamburg. The city buzzes in high season, but prices are usually higher and top attractions can be busy. Plan your trip to Hamburg in the off-season for a quieter vibe.
Book your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Hamburg for August to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 12ºC to 26ºC.
Search for cheap flights from EDI to Hamburg in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -5ºC and 6ºC on average.
More about Hamburg
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Hamburg right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Hamburg:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg are top sights which should be on any good Hamburg itinerary.
Complete your Hamburg trip with a car rental
We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Edinburgh Airport to Hamburg to track down awesome deals on car rentals. Search for your ride in seconds and compare your options in one place. Plus we give you everything you need to know about car rentals in Hamburg, from the most popular rental company to the best time to book.