Travelling from Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) to Hamburg: what you need to know
The timezone in Hamburg is UTC+1. The city is four hours 30 minutes behind Bengaluru, where Kempegowda International Airport is located.
For a relaxed start to your BLR to Hamburg flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Planning to travel during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even tick a new city off your list. When searching for flight tickets from BLR to Hamburg, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
The journey from central Bengaluru to BLR takes around 1 hour 55 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 29 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Booked an early flight from Kempegowda International Airport to Hamburg? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to BLR:
Of the departures from Kempegowda International Airport, 71.17% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
You'll find BLR at Kial Road, Devanahalli, Bengaluru, Karnataka 56030.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) to Hamburg
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Kempegowda International Airport to Hamburg flight is Rs63,228. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs139,957. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to securing a cheap flight from BLR to Hamburg. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
Scoring cheap tickets from Kempegowda International Airport to Hamburg is easier if you're flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to access the lowest fares across every month and walk away with a sweet deal.
Save time searching for cheap flights from BLR to Hamburg by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Kempegowda International Airport to Hamburg.
Airports in Hamburg
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
Hamburg Airport (HAM) is around 11 kilometres from central Hamburg. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 30 minutes.
It'll take around 1 hour 25 minutes to get there by public transport.
Consider booking a hotel close to HAM if you're coming in on a late flight from Kempegowda International Airport to Hamburg. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a Hamburg Airport rental car and discover Hamburg and beyond with your own set of wheels. Wheego, Alamo and star car are leading providers you can book with here.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Hamburg Airport around one week in advance of your flight from BLR to Hamburg.
Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC)
Once your flight from Kempegowda International Airport to Hamburg has hit the tarmac, you can get to the city centre in about 1 hour by car. Central Hamburg is roughly 80 kilometres from Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC).
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take around 1 hour 30 minutes.
You'll find some comfortable places to drop your things at near LBC. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your BLR to Hamburg flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Grab a Luebeck-Blankensee Airport rental car and unlock a world of freedom with your own wheels. Enterprise is just moments from your arrival gate, so you can hit the road without delay.
Usually, the earlier you book, the more you save and the better your options. Secure your ride from LBC as soon as your plans are confirmed.
Best time to go to Hamburg
Before booking your flights from Kempegowda International Airport to Hamburg, consider which time of year is best for you. Peak season in Hamburg offers a lively atmosphere and plenty to do, while the off-season means you'll get cheaper hotel rates and smaller crowds.
When booking your Kempegowda International Airport to Hamburg flight ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Hamburg, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 26ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BLR to Hamburg in January when temperatures average between -5ºC and 6ºC.
More about Hamburg
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Hamburg right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Kempegowda International Airport to Hamburg:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Elbphilharmonie Hamburg, Miniatur Wunderland and Port of Hamburg are top sights which should feature on any well-planned Hamburg itinerary.
Explore more of Germany
Berlin is just one of the many places in Germany waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Hamburg. Around 257 kilometres away to the south-east, its best 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 experiencing Aussichtspunkt Wattenscheider Hellweg, Bergischer Weg - 2 Etappe and Hasenwiese.
