Travelling from Dalaman Airport (DLM) to Hamburg: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 3 hours 30 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Dalaman Airport to Hamburg.
The timezone in Hamburg is UTC+1. The city is two hours behind Dalaman, where Dalaman Airport is located.
Leave plenty of time to catch your DLM to Hamburg flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're travelling during a major holiday or another peak period, allow for even more time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.
Direct Dalaman Airport to Hamburg tickets are available for booking. Hamburg Airport (HAM) will be your arrival point.
Book your favourite seat with SunExpress. This airline operates direct flights from Dalaman Airport to Hamburg.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially unlock a cheaper flight ticket from DLM to Hamburg. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Central Dalaman to DLM is around 5 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 5 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Want a relaxed start to your journey? Stay near DLM. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Dalaman Airport to Hamburg or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Dalaman Airport has an excellent on-time performance, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from DLM touch down on schedule 81.03% of the time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dalaman Airport (DLM) to Hamburg
C$80 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Dalaman Airport to Hamburg flight. A round-trip flight ticket right now is C$178. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Booking in advance is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from DLM to Hamburg. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, make the most of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when searching for a Dalaman Airport to Hamburg ticket.
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Airports in Hamburg
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
The distance from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to central Hamburg is roughly 11 kilometres. It'll take you around 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Dalaman Airport to Hamburg. Check in to one of these accommodation options near HAM instead:
Grab a Hamburg Airport rental car and explore Hamburg and beyond with your own wheels. Wheego, Alamo and star car are popular outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Hamburg Airport about one week ahead of your flight from DLM to Hamburg.
Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC)
Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC) is roughly 80 kilometres from the centre of Hamburg. After your flight from Dalaman Airport to Hamburg, it'll take you around 1 hour to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can expect the journey to take about 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.
Following your DLM to Hamburg flight, unwind at a hotel near LBC. These are some great options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Crank up the tunes and hit the road in a Luebeck-Blankensee Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Enterprise and drive off without missing a beat.
Pick the vehicle you actually want, not just what's left, by reserving your ride from LBC in advance. You can also avoid last-minute price hikes, especially during peak travel times.
Best time to go to Hamburg
Carefully consider your travel dates before locking in your flight from Dalaman Airport to Hamburg. The city comes alive in peak season, but hotel prices are usually higher and top attractions can be busy. Go to Hamburg in low season if you like a more relaxed vibe.
Book a Dalaman Airport to Hamburg flight ticket with a departure in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from DLM to Hamburg in January when temperatures average between -5ºC (23ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF).
More about Hamburg
After booking your flight from Dalaman Airport to Hamburg, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Hamburg:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Elbphilharmonie Hamburg, Miniatur Wunderland and Port of Hamburg are major attractions which should be on any good Hamburg itinerary.
Explore more of Germany
You've visited Hamburg, now it's time to discover more of Germany. Travel around 257 kilometres south-east to Berlin to tick off its leading attractions. From Brandenburg Gate to Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If there's time to check out another great destination in Germany, consider Essen, about 306 kilometres south-west of Hamburg. Aussichtspunkt Wattenscheider Hellweg, Bergischer Weg - 2 Etappe and Hasenwiese are highlights.