Travelling from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Hamburg: what you need to know
The timezone in Hamburg is UTC+1. The city is 8 hours ahead of Portland, where Portland International Airport is located.
Leave plenty of time to get on your flight from PDX to Hamburg. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Peak months like July or vacation times such as Thanksgiving and Christmas will mean longer queues at check-in and security. Travelling then? Play it safe and get to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of international flights is a smart idea.
Stopovers offer the opportunity to visit a new place or just take a break during your travels. When looking for a flight from PDX to Hamburg, uncheck 'Direct flights only' to compare all potential stops. London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is one option.
If you have a passport from United States and are travelling to Germany for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, visa and entry requirements may differ based on the reason for your trip and are subject to change. For the latest rules, check with your destination's nearest embassy or consulate before reserving a cheap ticket from Portland International Airport to Hamburg.
PDX is around 19 kilometres from central Portland. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 19 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be approximately 45 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Portland International Airport to Hamburg? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays near PDX:
How to find the cheapest flights from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Hamburg
C$417 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Portland International Airport to Hamburg. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$995. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap tickets from PDX to Hamburg, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when looking for your ticket from Portland International Airport to Hamburg.
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Use the filters to tailor your flights from Portland International Airport to Hamburg. Enter your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.
Airports in Hamburg
Hamburg Lubeck Airport (LBC)
Hamburg Lubeck Airport (LBC) to central Hamburg is approximately 80 kilometres. It'll take you about 59 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre by public transport typically takes 1 hour and 30 minutes.
Book a hotel near LBC if you're taking a late flight from Portland International Airport to Hamburg. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
Hamburg Airport (HAM) is roughly 11 kilometres from central Hamburg. Once you've hopped off your flight from Portland International Airport to Hamburg, it'll take you around 29 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take approximately 1 hour and 24 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near HAM. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your flight from PDX to Hamburg:
Best time to go to Hamburg
Carefully consider your travel dates before booking your flight from Portland International Airport to Hamburg. The city comes alive in high season, but hotel prices are usually higher and major attractions can be busy. Go to Hamburg in low season if you want a more relaxed vibe.
When booking your flight from Portland International Airport to Hamburg, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Hamburg, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 26ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -5ºC and 6ºC. Look for cheap flights from PDX to Hamburg around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Hamburg
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Hamburg right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Portland International Airport to Hamburg:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg are top sights which should feature on any well-planned Hamburg itinerary.
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