Travelling from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Hamburg: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 2 hours 34 minutes. That's the average time for a direct flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Hamburg.
Hamburg's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Barcelona (the location of Barcelona-El Prat Airport).
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Hamburg Airport (HAM) is the most traveled route, with 106 weekly departures to pick from. If you have things to do before leaving, the last flight from BCN to HAM is with Eurowings at 19:35. Go for the first departure operated by LEVEL at 06:35 if you want to fly out earlier.
To ensure you get on your flight from BCN to Hamburg, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months like July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Nonstop flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Hamburg are available for booking. Hamburg Airport (HAM) is where you'll be landing.
LEVEL is a well-known airline that offers direct flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Hamburg.
We make it a cinch to plan a flight from BCN to Hamburg that includes a stopover. To see the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
You don't need a visa for Germany if you have a passport from Spain and are visiting for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements are subject to changes. So before reserving your cheap tickets from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Hamburg, check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the latest information.
BCN is about 18 kilometres from central Barcelona. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 24 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 33 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Hamburg? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays near BCN:
How to find the cheapest flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Hamburg
Rs10,554 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Hamburg. A return flight starts at Rs21,637. These fares may change depending on availability.
Get cheap tickets from BCN to Hamburg by booking at least 9 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
The cheapest month for tickets from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Hamburg is May. Compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest day to fly.
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Take advantage of the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Hamburg, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Airports in Hamburg
Hamburg Lubeck Airport (LBC)
Hamburg Lubeck Airport (LBC) is around 80 kilometres from the centre of Hamburg. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 59 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour and 30 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Hamburg. Stay at one of these accommodation options near LBC instead:
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
The centre of Hamburg is located around 11 kilometres from Hamburg Airport (HAM). Once your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Hamburg has hit the runway and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of about 29 minutes.
You can expect the trip to take about 1 hour and 24 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel close to HAM. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your flight from BCN to Hamburg:
Best time to go to Hamburg
Before booking your flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Hamburg, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Hamburg offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty to do, while the low season brings cheaper hotel rates and smaller crowds.
The warmest month in Hamburg is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 26ºC. Book your flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Hamburg in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees average temperatures of between -5ºC and 6ºC. Look for cheap flights from BCN to Hamburg sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Hamburg
After booking your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Hamburg, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Hamburg:
Miniatur Wunderland and Elbphilharmonie Hamburg are just two of the top-rated attractions to put on your Hamburg itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Port of Hamburg.
Complete your Hamburg trip with a car rental
Pick one of our car rentals in Hamburg and explore the city on your own terms. Easily compare companies in one place to find the perfect ride after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Hamburg.