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Hamburger Kunsthalle
Major art museum with European painting, modern works and temporary exhibitions, all within walking distance of the main station.
Flights from Bristol to Hamburg depart on average 18 times per day, taking around 2h 24m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £187 but you can travel from only £63 by coach.
The earliest flight runs at 05:55, the last at 20:30. The fastest flight covers the 884 km distance in 3h 40m. January is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 884 km |
Average flight duration 2h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £187 |
Flights per day 18 |
Fastest flight 3h 40m |
First flight 5:55 |
Last flight 20:30 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 56 days |
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £63. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 24m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.9 - 2.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £63, and a flight costs an average of £187.
Distance: 884 km
Most popular Flight | Coach |
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£278 Average Price | £92 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 24m Average total duration Fastest 2h 24m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 25h 15m Average total duration 24h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
2.7 - 5.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.9 - 2.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
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Major art museum with European painting, modern works and temporary exhibitions, all within walking distance of the main station.
Striking contemporary art gallery in the HafenCity area, showing rotating exhibitions in a modern waterside building.
Interactive maritime museum in a historic warehouse, covering ship models, navigation, naval history and global sea trade.
Historic warehouse district of canals, bridges and red-brick buildings. Ideal for walks, photography and easy access to nearby museums.
Modern waterfront quarter with promenades, architecture and public plazas. Good for walking between the Elbe, museums and concert hall.
Long lakeside promenade by the Inner Alster, popular for strolling, boat views and classic city-centre scenery close to shops and arcades.
Hamburg’s pan-fried fillet of plaice, usually served with bacon, shrimps and potatoes. A classic North German fish dish tied to the port and nearby coast.
A hearty stew of pears, beans and bacon, often with potatoes. It is a beloved late-summer Hamburg and northern German comfort dish.
Traditional North German kale stew cooked with sausages and pork, usually served with potatoes. A winter favourite in and around Hamburg.
Historic fish restaurant by the harbour, known for classic Hamburg seafood and maritime atmosphere.
Well-known waterside restaurant focusing on northern German fish and seafood with a refined but relaxed atmosphere.
Traditional St Pauli restaurant serving northern German dishes such as Labskaus in a lively, old Hamburg setting.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are pricier than smaller cities, but public transport is efficient and daily food options remain manageable for most visitors.
Tipping is customary but modest: round up or add 5-10% in restaurants, round up for taxis, and leave small change in cafés.
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Hamburg Airport -> Hamburg Hauptbahnhof
Although there are no direct flights between the two cities, the fastest flight time from Bristol to Hamburg is just under two and a half hours. Other combined flight times are up to five hours or more depending on where connections are made. There are up to five departures a day with the same flight schedule operating seven days a week. Flights take off from Bristol Airport and land at Hamburg Airport.
Airlines operating services between Bristol and Hamburg are KLM, Air France and Aer Lingus. KLM and Air France also have code-share flights with each other while Aer Lingus offers code-share flights with British Airways.
The fastest flight time to Hamburg from Bristol is approximately two and a half hours while other routes can have a combined flight time of up to five hours depending on the airline and the number of connections required. Connections are made at the airline's hub airports of Amsterdam Schiphol, Paris Charles de Gaulle and Dublin.
There are five flight departures a day between the two cities of Bristol and Hamburg with all flights requiring either one or two connections en route. The first flight leaves in the early morning while the last plane takes off in the early evening. Some routes arrive in Hamburg the following day.
Departure airport: All flights to Hamburg from Bristol depart from Bristol Airport, which can be found just over eight miles southwest of the city centre. It is the ninth busiest airport in the United Kingdom. Recent road improvements have provided a quick link to the M5 while the Bristol Airport Flyer Bus links the airport to both Bristol city centre and Temple Meads Station. Airport facilities include taxi ranks, car parking, car hire desks, WiFi, banking services and high street shops as well as cafes, bars and restaurants.
Arrival airport: All flights between Bristol and Hamburg land at Hamburg Airport, which is just over five miles north of the city centre. Its transport links include taxis, local buses and regular train services into Hamburg. Among the facilities at the airport are car parking, WiFi, banks, shops and restaurants.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol to Hamburg by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Hamburg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bristol to Hamburg flights use the Bristol Airport to Hamburg Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Bristol and Hamburg airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Bristol Airport is 3 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
Bristol Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in the terminal.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bristol Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol Airport: Ramps, assistance.
Hamburg Airport is 7 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in both terminals.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Airport: Ramps, assistance.
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