Flying from Milan to Hamburg: what you need to know
You can choose from a range of airports when planning your flight from Milan to Hamburg. Explore your options for departing Milan from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP), Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY) and Milano Linate Airport (LIN).
Disembark at Hamburg's major arrival point, Hamburg Airport (HAM).
Book a direct Milan to Hamburg flight and you'll be in transit for an average of 1 hour 45 minutes.
Hamburg's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Milan.
The most popular route for flights from Milan to Hamburg is Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to {"defaultCase":"Hamburg Airport","accusativeCase":"Hamburg Airport","nominativeCase":"Hamburg Airport","dativeCase":"Hamburg Airport"} (HAM). Pick from 12 services connecting these two airports every week.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your Milan to Hamburg flight.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
How to find the cheapest flights from Milan to Hamburg
Book two months before you want to travel. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap Milan to Hamburg flights.
The best month for landing cheap plane tickets from Milan to Hamburg is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates offering the lowest fares.
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Flying from Milan
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
If you're after a direct flight from Milan to Hamburg, you can depart from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP). Get from MXP to Hamburg Airport (HAM) in one seamless trip.
Eurowings is a popular carrier that offers direct Milan to Hamburg plane tickets leaving from MXP.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling — and maybe even explore another city. When browsing Milan to Hamburg flights leaving from Milano Malpensa Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
MXP is around 40 kilometres from central Milan. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 55 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Milan to Hamburg? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near Milano Malpensa Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Milano Malpensa Airport, data shows 68.23% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
You can take a nonstop flight from Milan to Hamburg out of Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY). Start your travels at BGY and step off the plane at Hamburg Airport (HAM).
Ryanair offers direct Milan to Hamburg plane tickets from BGY. Book your preferred window (or aisle) seat and get to your destination in a single stretch.
Visit family or friends or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your Milan to Hamburg flight, browse these options when heading out from Orio al Serio International Airport:
Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Gdansk Lech Walesa Airport (GDN)
BGY is about 48 kilometres from central Milan. It'll take you 1 hour or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 2 hours 20 minutes.
It's your vacation, so why not extend it with another night away? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Orio al Serio International Airport the day before your flight from Milan to Hamburg:
67.49% of flights departing Orio al Serio International Airport make it to their destination as expected.
Milano Linate Airport (LIN)
Direct flights from Milan to Hamburg are available from Milano Linate Airport (LIN). Hamburg Airport (HAM) will be your arrival point.
Get ready for takeoff with ITA Airways. It offers direct Milan to Hamburg plane tickets from LIN.
Lock in a ticket from Milan to Hamburg departing from Milano Linate Airport (LIN) with a stop or two. Popular stopovers between LIN and Hamburg are:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Stuttgart Airport (STR)
The trip to LIN from the centre of Milan is around 45 minutes on public transport. If you prefer to travel by car, it'll take you roughly 30 minutes to cover the 8 kilometres or so.
Make catching an early Milan to Hamburg flight the easiest part of your journey. Book a room at one of these accommodation options near Milano Linate Airport and head to your check-in counter feeling relaxed and unhurried:
Flights that leave from LIN reach their destination within the scheduled time frame 79.56% of the time.
Arriving in Hamburg
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
Hamburg Airport (HAM) to central Hamburg takes around 30 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 10 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes about 1 hour 25 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel close to HAM if you're coming in on a late flight from Milan to Hamburg. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a Hamburg Airport rental car and discover Hamburg and beyond with your own set of wheels. Wheego, Alamo and star car are well-known companies you can book with here.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Hamburg Airport about one week in advance of your trip.
Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC)
Central Hamburg is around 56 kilometres from Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC). Once your flight from Milan to Hamburg has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of around 1 hour.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the journey will take you 1 hour 30 minutes or so.
Crank up the tunes and hit the road in a Luebeck-Blankensee Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Enterprise and set off on your adventure right away.
Get the vehicle you prefer, not just what's left, by securing your ride from LBC before your arrival. You'll also avoid paying extra, especially when the airport is busy.
Best time to go to Hamburg
June is the most popular month for flights from Milan to Hamburg. To escape the crowds, visit Hamburg in January.
Before locking in your Milan to Hamburg tickets, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Hamburg, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -5ºC (23ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF). Search for cheap flights from Milan 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. Once you've booked your flight from Milan to Hamburg, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
Miniatur Wunderland and Elbphilharmonie Hamburg are just a couple of the leading attractions to put on your Hamburg itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Port of Hamburg.
Explore more of Germany
Hamburg has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Germany you should also see. About 257 kilometres south-east of Hamburg, a trip to Berlin will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
Essen is another favourite destination in Germany and is around 306 kilometres south-west of Hamburg. No trip is complete without experiencing Aussichtspunkt Wattenscheider Hellweg, Bergischer Weg - 2 Etappe and Hasenwiese.