Travelling from Istanbul to Hamburg Airport (HAM): what you need to know
Istanbul is home to two main airports that could be the jumping-off point for your adventure. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Istanbul to Hamburg Airport (HAM) leaving from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).
Book a direct flight from Istanbul to Hamburg Airport and you'll be travelling for around 3 hours 15 minutes.
Hamburg Airport is located in Hamburg. The city operates in the UTC+1 timezone and is 2 hours behind Istanbul.
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Hamburg Airport (HAM) is the most popular route. There are 38 direct weekly flights to choose from. If you have things to do before heading off, hop on the last flight with Turkish Airlines at 20:35. Choose the first IST to HAM departure with Turkish Airlines at 04:00 if you want to get going earlier.
Give yourself enough time to get on your flight from Istanbul to HAM. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month such as August? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Take off and land with no stops from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). Nonstop flights from Istanbul to Hamburg Airport (HAM) operate from here.
You can travel on a direct flight from Istanbul to Hamburg Airport with Turkish Airlines. This top carrier operates services from IST.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save money on your flight from Istanbul to HAM. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport (BEG)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
The distance from central Istanbul to IST is about 48 kilometres. Check out Google Maps for the quickest way to get there, whether you plan to drive or take public transport.
Booked an early flight from Istanbul to Hamburg Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near Istanbul Ataturk Airport:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) operates nonstop flights from Istanbul to Hamburg Airport (HAM).
Get on your direct flight from Istanbul to HAM with AJet. This is one of the main airlines that operates this route out of SAW.
Visit family or friends or just take a moment to freshen up with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Istanbul to Hamburg Airport, here's where you can stop when setting off from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport:
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
On public transport, you can travel from central Istanbul to SAW in about 1 hour and 30 minutes. The terminal is roughly 48 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 57 minutes.
You're going on holiday, so why not extend it with an extra night away? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport the day before your flight from Istanbul to HAM:
About Hamburg Airport (HAM)
Consider staying in a hotel close to HAM if you have a late flight from Istanbul to Hamburg Airport. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
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're catching a cab, the drive is around 29 minutes.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour and 24 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Hamburg Airport (HAM)
For a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Hamburg Airport, RM119 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return trip starting from RM399. These are the lowest fares right now but may change based on availability.
Score cheap tickets from Istanbul to HAM by booking 10 months ahead. According to flight price data, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
You'll score the best savings on your tickets from Istanbul to Hamburg Airport if you take off in July. Take it one step further and use the 'Whole month' search tool to find the cheapest day to fly.
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The best time to fly from Istanbul to Hamburg Airport (HAM)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Istanbul to Hamburg Airport. June is the busiest month for a trip to Hamburg. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in February.
Lock in your flight from Istanbul to HAM for August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Hamburg to range from 12ºC to 26ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Istanbul to Hamburg Airport in January when temperatures average between -5ºC and 6ºC.
More about Hamburg
Once you've booked your flight from Istanbul to Hamburg Airport, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Hamburg:
One of the best ways to get to know Hamburg is to check out its top attractions. Essential stops include Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.
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