Travelling from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Hamburg: what you need to know
Newark Liberty International Airport is located in New York. Based in the UTC+1 timezone, Hamburg is five hours ahead of New York.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your EWR to Hamburg flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Delays at security and check-in are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so allow a little extra breathing room. A good general rule for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
We make it a breeze to book flight tickets from EWR to Hamburg with a stopover. To see the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
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Travelling from central New York to EWR takes about 1 hour 10 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Hamburg? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to EWR:
73.3% of flights that depart Newark Liberty International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
EWR is located at Building 1, Conrad Road.
How to find the cheapest flights from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Hamburg
C$351 is currently the best price for a one-way Newark Liberty International Airport to Hamburg flight. Return flight tickets start from C$695. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from EWR to Hamburg if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
Finding cheap tickets from Newark Liberty International Airport to Hamburg is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to get the best prices throughout the month and snap up a sweet deal.
Save time searching for cheap flights from EWR to Hamburg by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Newark Liberty International Airport to Hamburg.
Airports in Hamburg
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
Hamburg Airport (HAM) to the centre of Hamburg takes about 30 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 11 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 25 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Hamburg. Book one of these accommodation options near HAM instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Hamburg Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Wheego, Alamo or star car and explore beyond Hamburg's main sights.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Hamburg Airport around one week ahead of your flight from EWR to Hamburg.
Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC)
After your flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Hamburg has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in around 1 hour by car. Central Hamburg is roughly 80 kilometres from Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC).
You can expect the journey to take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some comfortable places to drop your things at near LBC. Settle in and get cozy after your EWR to Hamburg flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Grab a Luebeck-Blankensee Airport rental car and set off toward new discoveries with your own set of wheels. Enterprise is just moments from baggage claim, so you'll be on the road in a flash.
Get the vehicle you prefer, not just what's left, by reserving your ride from LBC ahead of time. You can also avoid paying more than you have to, especially when demand is high.
Best time to go to Hamburg
Carefully consider your trip dates before securing your flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Hamburg. The city buzzes in high season, but rates are typically higher and major attractions can get busy. Plan your trip to Hamburg in the low season if you prefer a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Hamburg is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Lock in your Newark Liberty International Airport to Hamburg flight ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
January sees average temperatures of between -5ºC (23ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from EWR to Hamburg around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Hamburg
Start your Hamburg trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Hamburg, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Miniatur Wunderland are just two of the big attractions to put on your Hamburg to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Port of Hamburg.
Explore more of Germany
Hamburg has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Germany just waiting to be explored. About 257 kilometres south-east of Hamburg, a visit to Berlin will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
Around 306 kilometres south-west of Hamburg, Essen is another essential stop in Germany. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Aussichtspunkt Wattenscheider Hellweg, Bergischer Weg - 2 Etappe and Hasenwiese.