Flying from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Hamburg Airport (HAM): what you need to know
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
If you'd like to have a stopover for your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Hamburg Airport, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' and look through your options. Here are the most popular stopovers between LAX and HAM:
London Heathrow Airport
Frankfurt Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
To find out if you need a visa to enter Germany, check with your carrier and the local consulate or embassy. They'll give you the latest information, including other travel documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from LAX to HAM.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Hamburg Airport (HAM)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles International Airport to Hamburg Airport is C$305. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$736. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap flight tickets from LAX to HAM. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Getting cheap flight tickets from Los Angeles International Airport to Hamburg Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest prices across every month and score a great deal.
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Handy information about Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Los Angeles International Airport is about 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take 32 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 54 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Hamburg Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near LAX:
Arriving at Hamburg Airport (HAM)
Consider booking a hotel near HAM if you're catching a late flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Hamburg Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to central Hamburg
Hamburg Airport to central Hamburg takes about 29 minutes by car. It's approximately 11 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing.
It takes around 1 hour and 24 minutes if you're traveling on public transport.
When to fly to Hamburg Airport (HAM)
June is the most popular month for flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Hamburg Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Hamburg in February.
Lock in your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Hamburg Airport for August if you want to go to Hamburg during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 12ºC and 26ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -5ºC and 6ºC. Look for cheap flight tickets from LAX to HAM around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Hamburg
Start your Hamburg trip right by finding a great place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from LAX to HAM, have a look at our hotel options including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg are popular attractions which should be on every Hamburg itinerary.
Complete your Hamburg trip with hotels and a car rental
After you've secured your cheap ticket to Hamburg Airport, browse the lowest prices and exclusive offers on hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one go to find the best car rental price for your Hamburg trip.