Travelling from Dubai to Hamburg: what you need to know
Begin planning your holiday by considering the departure point for your flight from Dubai to Hamburg. Dubai Airport (DXB) and Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) are Dubai's main airports.
Hop off the plane at Hamburg's primary gateway, Hamburg Airport (HAM).
The average time for a direct Dubai to Hamburg flight is 6 hours 55 minutes.
Hamburg is three hours behind Dubai and follows the UTC+1 timezone.
With 14 weekly flights between the two airports, Dubai Airport (DXB) to Hamburg Airport (HAM) is the most popular route. Hop on the earliest flight from Dubai to Hamburg with Emirates at 08:45. If you prefer to make the most of your day before flying, the last departure from DXB to HAM is with Emirates at 15:00.
Leave enough time to get on your Dubai to Hamburg flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months like January. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Hamburg
Lock in cheap Dubai to Hamburg flights by booking eight months ahead. According to our research, that's the ideal time frame for finding a bargain.
Organise your trip for November. That's the best month for landing the biggest deals on plane tickets from Dubai to Hamburg. If your travel dates are not set in stone, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
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Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops by using the filters. Alternatively, sort your Dubai to Hamburg flight results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'
Flying from Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
If you're after a direct flight from Dubai to Hamburg, you can depart from Dubai Airport (DXB). Get from DXB to Hamburg Airport (HAM) in one seamless trip.
Reserve your Dubai to Hamburg plane tickets with Emirates. This airline is a top choice for direct flights from DXB.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save money on your Dubai to Hamburg flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Dubai Airport. Break up the journey at one of these popular airports:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Located around 6 miles from the centre of Dubai, DXB can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 50 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Dubai to Hamburg? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to Dubai Airport:
74.31% of flights taking off from Dubai Airport make it to their destination on time.
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Split up your Dubai to Hamburg flight with a stop so you can stretch your legs or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Some great stopovers between Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport and Hamburg include:
Luxembourg Airport (LUX)
Stuttgart Airport (STR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
DWC is about 25 miles from central Dubai. It takes 45 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 2 hours 5 minutes.
You're going on holiday, so why not spend an extra night away from home? Think about kicking back in one of these accommodation options near Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport the day before your flight from Dubai to Hamburg:
When it comes to keeping flights on track, Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 56.64%.
Arriving in Hamburg
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
Hamburg Airport (HAM) is approximately 6 miles from the centre of Hamburg. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes around 30 minutes.
It usually takes 1 hour 25 minutes to get there on public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Dubai to Hamburg, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near HAM:
Pick up a Hamburg Airport rental car and explore Hamburg and beyond with your own set of wheels. Wheego, Alamo and star car are well-known companies you can book with here.
Booking your ride from Hamburg Airport about one week in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC)
The centre of Hamburg is around 35 miles from Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC). After your flight from Dubai to Hamburg has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 1 hour.
You can expect the trip to take approximately 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.
Line up the perfect playlist and hit the open road in a Luebeck-Blankensee Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Enterprise and set off on your adventure right away.
Avoid filling out forms at the rental desk by completing your booking beforehand. Reserve your ride from LBC a few weeks in advance so you can simply pick up the keys and get on your way.
Best time to go to Hamburg
June is the busiest month for flights from Dubai to Hamburg. To escape the crowds, go to Hamburg in January.
The warmest month in Hamburg is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Book your Dubai to Hamburg ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Dubai to Hamburg in January when temperatures average between -5ºC (23ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF).
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. Explore these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Dubai to Hamburg:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg are highlights which should feature on any good Hamburg itinerary.
Explore more of Germany
You've seen Hamburg, now it's time to discover more of Germany. Journey about 160 miles south-east to Berlin to check off its leading sights. From Brandenburg Gate to Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 190 miles south-west of Hamburg, Essen is another essential stop in Germany. Experience major highlights starting with Aussichtspunkt Wattenscheider Hellweg, Bergischer Weg - 2 Etappe and Hasenwiese.