Travelling from Hamburg to Damascus International Airport (DAM): What you need to know
Damascus International Airport is located in Damascus. The city runs on the UTC+3 timezone and is two hours ahead of Hamburg.
Your flight from Hamburg to DAM won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Flying during a peak month such as September? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Hamburg
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
Travelling from central Hamburg to HAM takes about 25 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Have an early flight from Hamburg to Damascus International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and sneak in some bonus sleep) by choosing one of these stays near Hamburg Airport:
Of all flights leaving Hamburg Airport, 77% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC)
From the centre of Hamburg, LBC is around 56 kilometres away. When working out how to get there, find out whether public transport is available or if it's easier to drive.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before your Hamburg to DAM flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Luebeck-Blankensee Airport:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Luebeck-Blankensee Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 78%.
Getting from Damascus International Airport (DAM) to central Damascus
Damascus International Airport is around 31 kilometres from central Damascus. It takes around 40 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Hamburg to Damascus International Airport (DAM)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Hamburg to Damascus International Airport is Rs46,663. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs116,777. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Hamburg to DAM. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when searching for your Hamburg to Damascus International Airport ticket.
You don't need to check every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you when a better deal comes up on plane tickets from Hamburg to DAM.
Save on your flight from Hamburg to Damascus International Airport by using the search filters. Choose your ideal duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Hamburg to Damascus International Airport (DAM)
December is the quietest month for flights from Hamburg to Damascus International Airport (DAM), while January is the most popular. Find the ideal time to go to Damascus based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Damascus is July, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC and 39ºC. Book your Hamburg to DAM plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Hamburg to Damascus International Airport in January when temperatures are between 1ºC and 14ºC.
More about Damascus
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Damascus right here. Explore these hotels after you've booked your flight from Hamburg to Damascus International Airport:
There are plenty of things to do in Damascus when you're in the mood to sightsee. Head straight for Al Fateh Mosque followed by Franciscan Church and Umayyad Mosque.
Explore more of Syria
Homs is just one of the many places in Syria waiting to be explored once you've seen Damascus. Around 145 kilometres away to the north, check out popular attractions including Citadel of Homs, Khalid ibn Al-Walid Mosque and Al Jilani Mosque.
If you're interested in discovering another side of Syria, head for Latakia, about 241 kilometres north of Damascus. Mosque of the Caliphs, Salah el-Din Citadel and Batrla Mosque are key reasons to visit.