What to know about flights from Hamburg to London?

The distance between Hamburg and London is approximately 722.49km. The average flight time between Hamburg and London is 1 hour 42 minutes. According to Trip.com data, travel demand is highest in July. October is generally the cheapest month to book.

Cheapest one-way
£15
Ryanair Ryanair HAM-LON 1h 35m · Direct Mon, Nov 16
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Cheapest return
£29
Ryanair Ryanair HAM-LON 1h 35m · Direct Mon, Nov 9 - Fri, Nov 13
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Best time to book
January
Cheapest
July
Peak season for travel
Route details
722.49km
Flight distance
1h 42m
Average flight time

Explore the cheapest one-way and round-trip flights from Hamburg to London over the next 90 days, with one-way fares from £15 and round-trip from £29. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data.

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Flights from Hamburg to London operate an average of 34 times per day over the past 7 days, with a 29.4% on-time departure rate and a 70.0% on-time arrival rate.

Which airlines are the most popular for Hamburg to London flights?

The most popular airlines flying from Hamburg to London are Eurowings, easyJet, and Ryanair, among 6 carriers on this route. Ryanair offers the lowest fares. Based on Trip.com's flight booking data from the previous 12 months.
Eurowings logo Eurowings
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British Airways logo British Airways
Condor logo Condor
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Airlines are determined based on actual purchased flight tickets from Hamburg to London according to previous 12 months data from Trip.com.

Trip.com Price Insights on Hamburg to London Flights

What is the cheapest month to book a one-way flight from Hamburg to London?

Average price of one-way tickets from Hamburg to London booked on Trip.com over the past 12 months.

For a one-way flight from Hamburg to London, fares are lowest in January (£43) and highest in October (£122).

£122
£83
£43
£4
    Cheapest
  • £122
    Oct
  • £55
    Nov
  • £56
    Dec
  • £43
    Jan
  • £43
    Feb
  • £58
    Mar
  • £54
    Apr
  • £68
    May
  • £68
    Jun
  • £98
    Jul
  • £65
    Aug
  • £62
    Sep

What is the cheapest month to book a return flight from Hamburg to London?

Average price of return tickets from Hamburg to London booked on Trip.com over the past 12 months.

For a return flight from Hamburg to London, fares are lowest in January (£137) and highest in May (£260).

£260
£199
£137
£76
    Cheapest
  • £230
    Oct
  • £196
    Nov
  • £187
    Dec
  • £137
    Jan
  • £155
    Feb
  • £184
    Mar
  • £147
    Apr
  • £260
    May
  • £168
    Jun
  • £240
    Jul
  • £201
    Aug
  • £194
    Sep

Flight FAQs

  • Which airlines offer the cheapest flights from Hamburg to London?

    Based on Trip.com data, Ryanair offers Cheapest nonstop one-way flights from £15 (for example, LBC–STN on Mon, Nov 16). For a Cheapest nonstop return flight, Ryanair offers fares from £29, departing on Mon, Nov 9 and returning on Fri, Nov 13.
  • At the moment, you can catch a direct flight from Hamburg to London with the following airlines, including: Eurowings easyJet Ryanair British Airways Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.
  • A flight from Hamburg (HAM) to London (LON) takes an average of 1 hour 42 minutes.
  • By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Hamburg to London is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.
  • On average, 35 direct flights operate each week between Hamburg and London. See below the schedules of the main airlines serving this route:
    British Airways: S/M/T/W/T/F/S – BA965 (departure at 14:45)
  • Here are some tips for finding the best flight deals from Hamburg to London on Trip.com:
    · Be flexible with your travel dates. The cheapest flight is currently on Mon, Nov 16, with one-way fares from just £15.
    · Compare airlines. Ryanair currently offers the lowest fares on this route.
    · Set up a price alert to track fare changes without searching every day.
    · Check Trip.com regularly for flight deals and available promo codes.
    · Avoid peak season or book early. July is generally the busiest month for travel to London.
    · Get exclusive promo codes on the Trip.com app.
  • The cheapest month to book a flight from Hamburg to London is usually October, when demand is lower.
  • After crunching the numbers on our October flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Hamburg to London on October 31, 2026 with Ryanair, with prices starting at £15.
  • Flights to London can arrive at: London City Airport (LCY), London Gatwick Airport (LGW), Heathrow Airport (LHR), London Luton Airport (LTN), London Southend Airport (SEN) and London Stansted Airport (STN). The most common route connects Hamburg Airport and Heathrow Airport (HAM–LHR).
  • The time difference between London and Hamburg is 1h.
  • Tickets can only be changed or cancelled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.
  • Based on Trip.com data for flights departing in the next 30 days, the average one-way fare from Hamburg to London is £155. Fares vary by travel date, airline and availability.
  • Based on Trip.com data for flights departing in the next 30 days, the average return fare from Hamburg to London is £194. Fares vary by travel date, airline and availability.
  • Enter Hamburg and London, choose your travel dates and passengers, then compare flights by price, duration and baggage. Select a fare, review the change and cancellation rules, enter traveller details and complete payment to receive your confirmation.
  • Eurowings, easyJet and Ryanairare the most popular budget airlines flying from Hamburg to London. Check baggage, seat and payment fees before comparing the final price.

Flights Hamburg to London

How to search for cheap flights Hamburg to London?

The key to finding cheaper flights is to know when to book. For example, airfares tend to be much higher in peak travel seasons like the summer and major holidays such as Christmas or Easter. So, if possible, head out in the off-peak season instead, which for flights Hamburg to London is in April. Flying during unpopular hours can often save money, such as the early morning or late evening flights. Which days of the week to travel also matters as Trip.com has shown that flight prices are often lower on Tuesday and Thursday or at the weekends for business class tickets. Last but not least, remember always to compare prices and choose the best flight search engine like Trip.com.

About Airport

Airport providing direct flights Hamburg to London

Only one main commercial airport that serves Hamburg and its surrounding area is Hamburg Airport (HAM).

Airports in London

Arriving in London, direct and indirect flights Hamburg to London will land at 5 London airports including London City Airport (LCY), Gatwick Airport (LGW), Heathrow Airport (LHR), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London Stansted Airport (STN).

How to get to the airport in Hamburg?

Departing for flights Hamburg to London, passengers can quickly transfer from downtown to Hamburg Airport.

TransportationDurationPrice (one-way)
Taxi25 minsApprox. €50
Train25 mins€3.5
Bus45 mins€3.5

For taxis, there is no set fare for airport and city transfers. Expect an average cost of €50 during the day and €60 at night. For the train, head to the Central Railway Station for the S-Bahn line S1 train for Hamburg airport. It runs every 10 minutes for €3.50 (adult) per ride. The only bus option for this route is the night bus, 606. It runs from 00:14 to 04:14, Monday to Friday.

Airport and terminal information in Hamburg

Hamburg Airport (HAM) serves Germany's second largest city and its surrounding regions. Located about 8.5 km or 5.3 miles north of downtown, the HAM is a hub for airlines like Eurowings and Condor. As Germany's fifth busiest commercial airport, this airport has two terminals. T1 is the home to most airlines from the Oneworld and SkyTeam alliances, while T2 caters to Lufthansa with Star Alliance partners.

How to get to downtown from airports in London?

For direct and indirect flights Hamburg to London, passengers have the option of landing at 5 London airports. There are easy and convenient transfer options from all of them to central London. One speedy and economical way is by the airport express trains, e.g. the Heathrow Express train to London Paddington, Gatwick Express to London Victoria, Stansted Express train to London Liverpool Street, and by train from Luton Airport to London St. Pancras.

Airport and terminal information in London

Arriving via direct flights Hamburg to London, passengers will land at 2 London airports. About 32 km (20 miles) west of central London, Heathrow Airport (LHR) is the busiest airport in the U.K. with 5 terminals. From Terminal 3, visitors can hop on the London Underground or Heathrow Express. Gatwick Airport (LGW) has two terminals and is the UK's second busiest airport. Situated approximately 45 km or 28 miles south of London, the LGW has a train station attached for local trains and Gatwick Express to central London.

Passengers will have the option of landing in 3 additional London airports if flying indirect flights Hamburg to London. The closest to central London is London City Airport (LCY), only 9.5 km or 6 miles away. London Stanstead Airport (STN) is a smaller airport with only one terminal, which is roughly 64 km or 40 miles to the northeast of London. London Luton Airport (LTN) is another one-terminal international airport located about 56 km or 35 miles northwest of central London.

About Airlines

Which airlines providing the route?

For a popular route like flights Hamburg to London, several airlines offer non-stop flights, including British Airways, EasyJet, Eurowings and Ryanair. In fact, Ryanair is the most popular airline for this route as it operates 19 non-stop flights from Hamburg (HAM) to London (LON). More airlines become available if you choose indirect flights, like Aer Lingus, Air Europa, Condor, Jet2.com, KLM, Lufthansa, Swiss, Turkish Airlines and Wizz.

Fastest direct flight

On average, 3-5 airlines offer daily direct flights Hamburg to London. Ryanair operates the fastest direct flight several times a week, with a flight time of only 1 hour 30 minutes from Hamburg to London. 

Cheapest flight

According to Trip.com, the lowest price for flights Hamburg to London direct is only £12, and flights Hamburg to London return can be purchased for around £28. 

Flight duration and distance

The average flight time is 1 hour 40 minutes from Hamburg to London. The shortest duration is 1 hour 30 minutes, and the longest duration for direct flights Hamburg to London is 1 hour 50 minutes. 

Earliest and latest flights

The earliest flight departs from Hamburg (HAM) at 07:00 and arrives in London (LHR) at 07:45. The latest flight departs from Hamburg (HAM) at 21:50 and arrives in London (STN) at 22:20.

About London

Tourist attractions in London

Whether you are a first-time visitor or a return guest, London's diverse culture and rich history will make your trip unforgettable. For your first trip to the capital, numerous must-see attractions are by the Thames in central London, e.g. Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, London Eye, Tower of London and Tower Bridge. As a world retail destination, shop British in these local luxury shops like Liberty London, Fortnum & Mason, Harrods and Harvey Nichols. What about some local markets selling delicious food and specialty items? Browse and eat your way through Borough Market, Camden Lock Market and Old Spitalfields Market. London is also a fantastic city for families, don't miss out on thrilling attractions like Warner Bros. Studio Tour London, Madame Tussaud's London and the London Zoo.

Popular hotels in London

London has abundant hotel options to suit all budgets. But which one is the best for your trip? Check out Trip.com's recommendations of the Best Hotels in London as well as the Best Luxury Hotels in London. 

Best time to visit London

Like most of the U.K., visitors to London should expect rain in most months of the year. For the best weather, i.e. sunny days and warm temperatures, June to August are the most popular months for a visit. But if you want to avoid the crowds and high peak-season prices, consider stopping by in the shoulder seasons of April to May and September to October.

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Change & Cancellation Policy

Trip.com shows the cancellation and change policies for each flight ticket during the booking process, including any fees and applicable conditions. Please check the following scenarios:
Voluntary cancellation/change:
To request a change or cancellation, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and flight segment, and submit your request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline's ticket policy.
Cancellation/change due to a flight schedule change:
If the flight schedule has changed and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please visit the customer support pages.