Flying from Seoul to Hamburg: what you need to know
Get your holiday planning started by considering where you'll catch your flight from Seoul to Hamburg. Incheon International Airport (ICN) and Gimpo International Airport (GMP) are the main airports in Seoul.
Disembark at Hamburg's primary gateway, Hamburg Airport (HAM).
Hamburg is eight hours behind Seoul and follows the UTC+1 timezone.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to board your Seoul to Hamburg flight.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seoul to Hamburg
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap Seoul to Hamburg flights if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
Getting cheap plane tickets from Seoul to Hamburg is more likely if you're flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares across every month and walk away with a sweet deal.
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Flying from Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and possibly even tour another city. When searching for Seoul to Hamburg flights departing from Incheon International Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
ICN is about 48 kilometres from the centre of Seoul. To help work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This handy travel app will give you the quickest route and available public transport options.
Catching an early flight from Seoul to Hamburg? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to Incheon International Airport:
54.5% of flights that leave from Incheon International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
The distance from Seoul's city centre to GMP is around 16 kilometres. Take into account transport options and potential delays when planning the best route to the airport.
You're off on holiday, so why not extend it with an extra night away from home? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Gimpo International Airport the day before your flight from Seoul to Hamburg:
As far as flight punctuality goes, Gimpo International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 75.94%.
Arriving in Hamburg
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
Hamburg Airport (HAM) to central Hamburg takes about 30 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 10 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 25 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Seoul to Hamburg. Book one of these accommodation options near HAM instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Hamburg Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Wheego, Alamo or star car to explore Hamburg and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from Hamburg Airport about one week before your departure date.
Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC)
Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC) is roughly 56 kilometres from central Hamburg. Following your flight from Seoul to Hamburg, it takes approximately 1 hour to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take approximately 1 hour 30 minutes.
Pick up a Luebeck-Blankensee Airport rental car and experience more with your own set of wheels. Enterprise is just moments from arrivals, so you'll be on the road in a flash.
Generally speaking, the earlier you book, the bigger the savings and variety of vehicles. Secure your ride from LBC as soon as your plans are confirmed.
Best time to go to Hamburg
June is the busiest month for flights from Seoul to Hamburg. To skip the crowds, go to Hamburg in January.
Before locking in your Seoul to Hamburg tickets, think about what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Hamburg, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 26ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -5ºC and 6ºC. Search for cheap flights from Seoul to Hamburg around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Hamburg
Once you've booked your flight from Seoul to Hamburg, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Hamburg:
Miniatur Wunderland and Elbphilharmonie Hamburg are a couple of top attractions to add to your Hamburg must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Port of Hamburg.
Explore more of Germany
Hamburg has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Germany you should also see. Around 257 kilometres south-east of Hamburg, a trip to Berlin will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
Around 306 kilometres south-west of Hamburg, Essen is another favourite stop in Germany. No visit is complete without checking out Aussichtspunkt Wattenscheider Hellweg, Bergischer Weg - 2 Etappe and Hasenwiese.