Flying from Istanbul to Hamburg Airport (HAM): What you need to know
Istanbul has a couple of airports that set the stage for your next getaway. Check out your options for booking a flight from Istanbul to Hamburg Airport (HAM) heading out from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).
The average time for a direct Istanbul to Hamburg Airport flight is 3 hours 20 minutes.
Hamburg Airport is located in Hamburg. The city operates on the UTC+1 timezone and is two hours behind Istanbul.
With 30 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Hamburg Airport (HAM) is the busiest route. Turkish Airlines operates the earliest flight at 3:50am. If you prefer to get more out of your day before leaving, the latest departure from IST to HAM is with Turkish Airlines at 8:35pm.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport with enough time to board your flight from Istanbul to HAM.
If you're travelling during a major holiday or other peak period, give yourself extra time. Get there two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) provides a hassle-free way to reach your destination. Nonstop flights from Istanbul to Hamburg Airport (HAM) operate out of this terminal.
Turkish Airlines is a well-known airline that offers direct flights from Istanbul to Hamburg Airport jetting out of IST.
The majority of passengers prefer to book seats with Turkish Airlines between IST and HAM.
We make it simple to find cheap flights from Istanbul to HAM with a stopover. To explore the options departing from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers between IST and HAM include:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
Located around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul, IST can be reached in about 50 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Istanbul to Hamburg Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get a little more snooze time) by staying at one of these hotels close to Istanbul Ataturk Airport:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
You can book a direct Istanbul to Hamburg Airport (HAM) flight ticket with departures from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). Check if flying out of SAW makes more sense for your journey.
Pegasus offers direct flights from Istanbul to HAM leaving from SAW. Book your favourite window (or aisle) seat and reach your destination without any detours.
Pegasus is the most frequently booked airline flying from SAW to HAM.
Pegasus is the most punctual carrier flying from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Hamburg Airport, with 76.23% of its services landing on schedule.
Squeeze in an extra adventure with a stopover on your flight from Istanbul to Hamburg Airport. Check out these connections between Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and HAM:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS)
You can reach SAW from the centre of Istanbul in approximately 55 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to cover the 48 kilometres or so.
Catching the earliest flight? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport the day before your Istanbul to HAM flight:
76.93% of flights taking off from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport arrive according to schedule.
About Hamburg Airport (HAM)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Istanbul to Hamburg Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near HAM:
Travel at your own pace with a Hamburg Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Wheego, Alamo or star car and discover more of Hamburg and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle around one week before your Istanbul to Hamburg Airport flight.
Getting from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to central Hamburg
Central Hamburg is roughly 10 kilometres from Hamburg Airport. Travel times by cab or car rental will vary based on traffic conditions, so do some research ahead of time.
It typically takes 1 hour 25 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Hamburg Airport (HAM)
Currently, C$32 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Hamburg Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$102. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To snap up cheap flights from Istanbul to HAM, book your ticket two months before your planned departure.
The best month for landing cheap Istanbul to Hamburg Airport tickets is July. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates that offer the lowest fares.
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Filters make it easier to save some cash on your flight from Istanbul to Hamburg Airport. Pick the airlines, flight times and stops that check all your boxes. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the best price quickly.
The best time to fly from Istanbul to Hamburg Airport (HAM)
June is the most popular month for flights from Istanbul to Hamburg Airport (HAM). Visit Hamburg in February for a more laid-back experience.
Lock in an Istanbul to HAM flight ticket departing in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Hamburg to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Istanbul to Hamburg Airport in January when temperatures are between -5ºC (23ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF).
More about Hamburg
Start your Hamburg trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Istanbul to Hamburg Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:
You'll find plenty of awesome things to do in Hamburg when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Head straight for Miniatur Wunderland followed by Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.
Explore more of Germany
Hamburg has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Germany just waiting to be discovered. About 257 kilometres south-east of Hamburg, a trip to Berlin will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Brandenburg Gate, Brandenburger Tor and Berlin Wall.
Around 290 kilometres south-west of Hamburg, Dortmund is another essential stop in Germany. Experience major highlights starting with Dortmund Christmas Market, Museum of Natural History and Deutsches Fußballmuseum.