Flying from Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ) to Hamburg: what you need to know
Hamburg's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Leipzig (the location of Leipzig/Halle Airport).
Leave plenty of time to make your LEJ to Hamburg flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're jetting off during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing room. A good rule of thumb for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
LEJ is about 13 kilometres from central Leipzig. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 30 minutes.
Have an early flight from Leipzig/Halle Airport to Hamburg? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to LEJ:
When it comes to Leipzig/Halle Airport's on-time performance, data shows 77.68% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ) to Hamburg
The best price we've seen for a one-way Leipzig/Halle Airport to Hamburg flight is ₹ 31,807. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 24,885. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from LEJ to Hamburg, book as early as possible. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets are first released.
Finding cheap tickets from Leipzig/Halle Airport to Hamburg is easier if you're flexible with your travel plans. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to access the lowest prices across every month and walk away with a sweet deal.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from LEJ to Hamburg by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Leipzig/Halle Airport to Hamburg.
Airports in Hamburg
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
The distance from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to central Hamburg is roughly 11 kilometres. It'll take you about 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It'll take around 1 hour 25 minutes if you're using public transport.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Leipzig/Halle Airport to Hamburg. Reserve one of these accommodation options near HAM instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Hamburg Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Wheego, Alamo or star car to explore Hamburg and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Hamburg Airport about one week ahead of your flight from LEJ to Hamburg.
Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC)
The centre of Hamburg is located around 80 kilometres from Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC). After your flight from Leipzig/Halle Airport to Hamburg has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should take about 1 hour.
You can expect the journey to take about 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some great places ready to welcome you near LBC. Kick back and get cosy after your LEJ to Hamburg flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Why follow someone else's schedule? Pick up a Luebeck-Blankensee Airport rental car and decide exactly where your journey goes. Reserve your wheels here with Enterprise.
Get your preferred vehicle, not just what's available, by reserving your ride from LBC ahead of time. You'll also avoid paying more than you need to, especially when demand is high.
Best time to go to Hamburg
Carefully consider your trip dates before locking in your flight from Leipzig/Halle Airport to Hamburg. The city buzzes in high season, but rates are typically higher and major attractions can get busy. Go to Hamburg in low season if you like a quieter vibe.
The warmest month in Hamburg is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 26ºC. Book your Leipzig/Halle Airport to Hamburg flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LEJ to Hamburg in January when temperatures average between -5ºC and 6ºC.
More about Hamburg
Start your Hamburg trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Leipzig/Halle Airport to Hamburg, explore our range of accommodation options including:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Elbphilharmonie Hamburg, Miniatur Wunderland and Port of Hamburg are must-do's during your Hamburg adventure.
Explore more of Germany
Berlin is just one of the many cities in Germany waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Hamburg. Around 257 kilometres away to the south-east, its top attractions include 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 journey is complete without dropping by Aussichtspunkt Wattenscheider Hellweg, Bergischer Weg - 2 Etappe and Hasenwiese.