Travelling from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Hamburg: what you need to know
The timezone in Hamburg is UTC+1. The city is 8 hours ahead of Los Angeles, where Los Angeles International Airport is located.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your flight from LAX to Hamburg.
Flying during a peak time like July? Busy periods (like spring break, summer and New Year) can add another hour at security. Be extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip — and perhaps even explore a different city. When searching for flights from LAX to Hamburg, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
You can enter Germany for tourism purposes without a visa if you hold a passport from United States. But before reserving your cheap tickets from Los Angeles International Airport to Hamburg, double-check for the newest rules and regulations. Visa rules can change, and you may need some travel documents if your trip is for business or another reason.
Travelling from central Los Angeles to LAX takes about 54 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 32 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Planning to catch an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Hamburg? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to LAX:
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Hamburg
R 4,543 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles International Airport to Hamburg. Return flights start from R 10,940. These fares may change depending on availability.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from LAX to Hamburg if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Los Angeles International Airport to Hamburg throughout the month. It's the best way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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Airports in Hamburg
Hamburg Lubeck Airport (LBC)
Hamburg Lubeck Airport (LBC) to central Hamburg is approximately 80 kilometres. It takes around 59 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 30 minutes.
Book a hotel near LBC if you have a late flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Hamburg. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
Hamburg Airport (HAM) is roughly 11 kilometres from central Hamburg. Once you've disembarked your flight from Los Angeles 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.
You can also travel using public transport, which will take around 1 hour and 24 minutes.
There are some great places to drop your things at near HAM. Settle in and get cosy after your flight from LAX to Hamburg at any of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Hamburg
Visit Hamburg during the high season if you want a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Hamburg during low season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
The warmest month in Hamburg is August, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC and 26ºC. Lock in your flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Hamburg in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap flights from LAX to Hamburg in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -5ºC and 6ºC on average.
More about Hamburg
Start your Hamburg trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Hamburg, browse our selection of hotels including:
Miniatur Wunderland and Elbphilharmonie Hamburg are just a couple of the top-rated attractions to add to your Hamburg itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Port of Hamburg.
Complete your Hamburg trip with a car rental
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