Flying from Brussels to Hamburg: what you need to know
Brussels is home to two main airports where you can start your adventure. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Brussels to Hamburg flying out of Brussels Airport (BRU) or Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL).
Hamburg Airport (HAM) and Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC) are Hamburg's chief entry points.
Around 1 hour 15 minutes is how long you'll be in transit on a direct Brussels to Hamburg flight.
Hamburg's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Brussels.
The most popular route for flights from Brussels to Hamburg is from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Hamburg Airport (HAM). Choose from 12 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from BRU to HAM is the 09:35 Brussels Airlines option. If you prefer traveling later, the last departure is at 21:05 with Brussels Airlines.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your Brussels to Hamburg flight.
You can expect longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from Brussels to Hamburg
Lock in cheap Brussels to Hamburg flights by booking eight months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
The best month for landing cheap plane tickets from Brussels to Hamburg is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates that offer the lowest fares.
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Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your Brussels to Hamburg flight results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'
Flying from Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
Depart from Brussels Airport (BRU) on a nonstop flight from Brussels to Hamburg. From BRU, you can fly straight to Hamburg Airport (HAM).
Brussels Airlines is a well-known airline that offers direct Brussels to Hamburg plane tickets from BRU.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper Brussels to Hamburg flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Brussels Airport. Break up the journey at one of these popular options:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Located around 5 miles from central Brussels, BRU can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 40 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your travels? Stay near Brussels Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Brussels to Hamburg or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Of all flights leaving Brussels Airport, 71.97% land on time at their destination.
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
Visit friends or family or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your Brussels to Hamburg flight, browse these options when heading out from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport:
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
CRL is about 25 miles from central Brussels. It'll take you 55 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city center. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 35 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your flight from Brussels to Hamburg? Relax in a hotel near Brussels S. Charleroi Airport before your break officially begins. These stays are calling your name:
72% of flights departing Brussels S. Charleroi Airport arrive according to schedule.
Arriving in Hamburg
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
The distance from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to central Hamburg is approximately 6 miles. It'll take you about 30 minutes to get to the center driving.
It typically takes 30 minutes to get there on public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Brussels to Hamburg, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near HAM:
Grab a Hamburg Airport rental car and discover Hamburg and beyond with your own wheels. Wheego, Alamo and star car are top providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Hamburg Airport around one week before your departure date.
Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC)
Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC) is around 35 miles from the center of Hamburg. Once you've hopped off your flight from Brussels to Hamburg, it takes approximately 1 hour to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Public transport will get you there in approximately 1 hour 30 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to LBC. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your flight from Brussels to Hamburg:
Line up the perfect playlist and hit the road in a Luebeck-Blankensee Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Enterprise and start exploring right away.
In general, the sooner you book, the bigger the savings and variety of vehicles. Lock in your ride from LBC as soon as you know your dates.
Best time to go to Hamburg
June is the busiest month for flights from Brussels to Hamburg. To avoid the crowds, head to Hamburg in January.
When booking your Brussels to Hamburg tickets, think about what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Hamburg, with temperatures ranging from 54ºF to 79ºF.
January sees average temperatures of between 23ºF and 43ºF. Search for cheap flights from Brussels to Hamburg around that time if you like traveling in cooler conditions.
More about Hamburg
After booking your flight from Brussels to Hamburg, decide where you'll be dropping your bags. Make one of these options your base for exploring Hamburg:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg are leading attractions which should feature on every Hamburg itinerary.
Explore more of Germany
Hamburg is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Germany just waiting to be explored. Around 160 miles south-east of Hamburg, a visit to Berlin will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
Essen is another must-experience destination in Germany and is around 190 miles south-west of Hamburg. No trip is complete without seeing Aussichtspunkt Wattenscheider Hellweg, Bergischer Weg - 2 Etappe and Hasenwiese.