Travelling from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Hamburg: what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport to Hamburg is 1 hour 8 minutes.
Hamburg and Amsterdam (where Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport is located) share the UTC+1 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.
The busiest route is from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS) to Hamburg Airport (HAM). Choose from 39 services every week between these two airports. If you want to take off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from AMS to HAM is the 06:40 KLM option. If you prefer to travel later, the last departure is at 20:45 with KLM.
Give yourself enough time to make your flight from AMS to Hamburg. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months like June and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
You can catch a direct flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport to Hamburg. Start your trip at AMS and touch down at Hamburg Airport (HAM).
KLM is a popular airline that operates direct flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport to Hamburg.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a travel break — and perhaps even visit a new city. When searching for flights from AMS to Hamburg, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS)
Luxembourg Airport (LUX)
You can visit Germany for tourism purposes without a visa if you have a passport from Netherlands. But before reserving your cheap tickets from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Hamburg, double-check for the newest rules and regulations. Visa rules are subject to change, and you may need some travel documents if your trip is for business or another reason.
AMS is around 23 kilometres from central Amsterdam. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 23 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour and 3 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near AMS? If you're boarding an early flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport to Hamburg, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
How to find the cheapest flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS) to Hamburg
R 1,505 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport to Hamburg. Return flights start from R 3,425. These prices may change based on demand.
Get cheap tickets from AMS to Hamburg by booking 10 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
Schedule your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport to Hamburg. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
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Airports in Hamburg
Hamburg Lubeck Airport (LBC)
Hamburg Lubeck Airport (LBC) to the centre of Hamburg takes around 59 minutes by car. It's approximately 80 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 1 hour and 30 minutes if you're using public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport to Hamburg, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near LBC:
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
Hamburg Airport (HAM) is roughly 11 kilometres from the centre of Hamburg. Once you've disembarked your flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport to Hamburg, it'll take you around 29 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
The journey will take approximately 1 hour and 24 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from AMS to Hamburg, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to HAM. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Hamburg
Before locking in your flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport to Hamburg, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Hamburg offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while low season brings cheaper hotel rates and fewer crowds.
Before booking a flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport to Hamburg, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Hamburg, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC to 26ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from AMS to Hamburg in January when temperatures average between -5ºC and 6ºC.
More about Hamburg
After locking in your flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Hamburg, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Hamburg:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg are must-visits when exploring Hamburg.
Complete your Hamburg trip with a car rental
Choose one of our car rentals in Hamburg and see the sights at your leisure. Easily compare companies in one go to find the perfect set of wheels once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Hamburg.