Travelling from Tehran to Hamburg: what you need to know
Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) is Tehran's main airport. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Tehran to Hamburg leaving from here.
Hamburg Airport (HAM) and Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC) are Hamburg's major entry points.
Hamburg's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Hamburg two hours 30 minutes behind Tehran.
To ensure you board your Tehran to Hamburg flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is a good rule of thumb.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tehran to Hamburg
To pick up cheap Tehran to Hamburg flights, book in advance. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest plane tickets from Tehran to Hamburg across the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll tell you as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from Tehran to Hamburg.
Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your Tehran to Hamburg flight results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best.'
Flying from Tehran
Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper Tehran to Hamburg flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Imam Khomeini International Airport. Break up the journey at one of these airports:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
IKA is about 40 kilometres from central Tehran. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 1 hour or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Have an early flight from Tehran to Hamburg? Stay at a hotel near Imam Khomeini International Airport, such as Remis Hotel. Rexan Hotel will also have you moments from check-in.
Of all flights departing from Imam Khomeini International Airport, 69.19% land on schedule at their destination.
Arriving in Hamburg
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
The distance from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to central Hamburg is approximately 10 kilometres. It takes about 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel close to HAM if you're coming in on a late flight from Tehran to Hamburg. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Travel at your own pace with a Hamburg Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Wheego, Alamo or star car and find adventure across Hamburg and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Hamburg Airport around one week in advance of your Tehran to Hamburg flight.
Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC)
As soon as your flight from Tehran to Hamburg has arrived, you can make your way to the city centre in about 1 hour by car. Central Hamburg is roughly 56 kilometres from Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC).
Public transport will get you there in approximately 1 hour 30 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to LBC. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your flight from Tehran to Hamburg:
Find the perfect playlist and hit the open road in a Luebeck-Blankensee Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Enterprise and start exploring right away.
Pick the vehicle you actually want, not just what's left over, by booking your ride from LBC ahead of your arrival. You'll also avoid last-minute price surges, especially during busy airport times.
Best time to go to Hamburg
January is the quietest month for flights from Tehran to Hamburg, while June is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Hamburg based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
When booking your Tehran to Hamburg tickets, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. August is the warmest month in Hamburg, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 26ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Tehran to Hamburg in January when temperatures average between -5ºC and 6ºC.
More about Hamburg
Once you've booked your flight from Tehran to Hamburg, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Hamburg:
Miniatur Wunderland and Elbphilharmonie Hamburg are a couple of big attractions to put on your Hamburg itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Port of Hamburg.
Explore more of Germany
Berlin is just one of the many places in Germany waiting to be discovered after you've seen Hamburg. Around 257 kilometres to the south-east, top sights here include Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
Around 306 kilometres south-west of Hamburg, Essen is another essential stop in Germany. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Aussichtspunkt Wattenscheider Hellweg, Bergischer Weg - 2 Etappe and Hasenwiese.
