- Must visit
Hamburger Kunsthalle
Major art museum with European painting, modern works and temporary exhibitions, all within walking distance of the main station.
Flights from Edinburgh to Hamburg depart on average 46 times per day, taking around 2h 52m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £91 but you can travel from only £77 by coach.
The earliest flight runs at 05:10, the last at 23:00. The fastest flight covers the 886 km distance in 3h 30m. March is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 886 km |
Average flight duration 2h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £91 |
Flights per day 46 |
Fastest flight 3h 30m |
First flight 5:10 |
Last flight 23:00 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 42 days |
Cheapest price
£142
Average price
£369
Fastest journey
3 h 40 m
Average duration
4 h
Flights per day
40
Distance
886 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Edinburgh to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Hamburg will cost around £369 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £142.
To travel from Edinburgh to Hamburg you need to make at least one change.
U2307+
FR 1520
KL922 · KL1755
KL922 · KL1757
KL932 · KL1751
KL928 · KL1751
KL928 · KL1757
KL924 · KL1755
KL932 · KL1759
LH961 · LH26
KL922 · KL1753Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £77. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 52m. 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 £77, and a train costs an average of £432.
Distance: 886 km
Most popular Flight | Coach | Train |
|---|---|---|
£182 Average Price | £113 Average Price Cheapest | £444 Average Price |
5h 52m Average total duration Fastest 2h 52m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 26h 32m Average total duration 26h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 18h 48m Average total duration 18h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
2.7 - 5.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.9 - 2.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Hamburg flights for tomorrow, Saturday 1 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
AF1887 · AF1610 | 5:40 Edinburgh Airport | 15h30 | 22:10 Hamburg Airport | 1 change | |
AF1887 · AF1710 | 5:40 Edinburgh Airport | 7h35 | 14:15 Hamburg Airport | 1 change | |
KL922 · KL1753 | 5:45 Edinburgh Airport | 4h25 | 11:10 Hamburg Airport | 1 change | |
KL922 · KL1759 | 5:45 Edinburgh Airport | 15h10 | 21:55 Hamburg Airport | 1 change | |
KL922 · KL1755 | 5:45 Edinburgh Airport | 7h20 | 14:05 Hamburg Airport | 1 change | |
KL922 · KL1757 | 5:45 Edinburgh Airport | 11h05 | 17:50 Hamburg Airport | 1 change | |
BA1467 · BA964 | 6:00 Edinburgh Airport | 6h50 | 13:50 Hamburg Airport | 1 change | |
BA1467 · BA970 | 6:00 Edinburgh Airport | 15h35 | 22:35 Hamburg Airport | 1 change | |
LH965+ LH4222 | 6:10 Edinburgh Airport | 6h55 | 14:05 Hamburg Airport | 1 change | |
LH965 · LH16 | 6:10 Edinburgh Airport | 5h55 | 13:05 Hamburg Airport | 1 change | |
LH965 · LH106 · LH2062 | 6:10 Edinburgh Airport | 9h20 | 16:30 Hamburg Airport | 2 changes | |
U2307+ FR 1520 | 7:00 Edinburgh Airport | 8h35 | 16:35 Hamburg Airport | 1 change | |
BA1465 · BA970 | 7:40 Edinburgh Airport | 13h55 | 22:35 Hamburg Airport | 1 change | |
BA1465 · BA964 | 7:40 Edinburgh Airport | 5h10 | 13:50 Hamburg Airport | 1 change | |
LX8293+ LX4412 | 8:50 Edinburgh Airport | 6h20 | 16:10 Hamburg Airport | 1 change | |
LX8293+ LH1189+ LH4224 | 8:50 Edinburgh Airport | 7h15 | 17:05 Hamburg Airport | 2 changes | |
BA1441 · BA970 | 9:15 Edinburgh Airport | 12h20 | 22:35 Hamburg Airport | 1 change | |
KL924 · KL1759 | 9:20 Edinburgh Airport | 11h35 | 21:55 Hamburg Airport | 1 change | |
KL924 · KL1757 | 9:20 Edinburgh Airport | 7h30 | 17:50 Hamburg Airport | 1 change | |
KL924 · KL1755 | 9:20 Edinburgh Airport | 3h45 | 14:05 Hamburg Airport | 1 change | |
OS346 · OS257 | 10:45 Edinburgh Airport | 7h55 | 19:40 Hamburg Airport | 1 change | |
BA1443 · BA970 | 11:10 Edinburgh Airport | 10h25 | 22:35 Hamburg Airport | 1 change | |
KL926 · KL1757 | 11:10 Edinburgh Airport | 5h40 | 17:50 Hamburg Airport | 1 change | |
KL926 · KL1759 | 11:10 Edinburgh Airport | 9h45 | 21:55 Hamburg Airport | 1 change | |
AF1687 · AF1610 | 11:35 Edinburgh Airport | 9h35 | 22:10 Hamburg Airport | 1 change | |
LH961 · LH30 | 12:45 Edinburgh Airport | 6h20 | 20:05 Hamburg Airport | 1 change | |
LH961 · LH26 | 12:45 Edinburgh Airport | 4h20 | 18:05 Hamburg Airport | 1 change | |
LH961 · LH116 · LH2070 | 12:45 Edinburgh Airport | 6h45 | 20:30 Hamburg Airport | 2 changes | |
KL928 · KL1757 | 13:10 Edinburgh Airport | 3h40 | 17:50 Hamburg Airport | 1 change | |
KL928 · KL1751 | 13:10 Edinburgh Airport | 17h45 | 7:55 Hamburg Airport | 1 change | |
KL928 · KL1759 | 13:10 Edinburgh Airport | 7h45 | 21:55 Hamburg Airport | 1 change | |
AF1387 · AF1610 | 15:00 Edinburgh Airport | 6h10 | 22:10 Hamburg Airport | 1 change | |
AF1387 · AF1410 | 15:00 Edinburgh Airport | 18h30 | 10:30 Hamburg Airport | 1 change | |
BA1453 · BA964 | 16:15 Edinburgh Airport | 20h00 | 13:15 Hamburg Airport | 1 change | |
BA1453 · BA970 | 16:15 Edinburgh Airport | 5h20 | 22:35 Hamburg Airport | 1 change | |
KL932 · KL1751 | 17:05 Edinburgh Airport | 13h50 | 7:55 Hamburg Airport | 1 change | |
KL932 · KL1759 | 17:05 Edinburgh Airport | 3h50 | 21:55 Hamburg Airport | 1 change | |
AF1487 · AF1410 | 17:25 Edinburgh Airport | 16h05 | 10:30 Hamburg Airport | 1 change | |
BA1437 · BA964 | 18:25 Edinburgh Airport | 17h50 | 13:15 Hamburg Airport | 1 change | |
BA1461 · BA964 | 20:35 Edinburgh Airport | 15h40 | 13:15 Hamburg Airport | 1 change | |
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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
The busy port city of Hamburg is a destination that's ever more popular for both business travellers and tourists, and is therefore easily accessible from Edinburgh. Flights from Edinburgh to Hamburg depart six days a week throughout the year, with direct flights setting off as early as 7:25 a.m. until as late as 6:35 p.m. in the evening.
EasyJet is a key provider of flights from Edinburgh to Hamburg, servicing this route at least four times per week. Another provider of direct flights is Ryanair. If you're comfortable flying indirect, the number of options increases significantly, with flights offered by Flybe and British Airways, among others.
All direct flights from Edinburgh to Hamburg, including easyJet flights, are scheduled to take just one hour and 45 minutes. Indirect flights can also be relatively short, with Brussels Airlines taking just over four hours for a journey with one stop.
There are approximately six to ten direct flights from Edinburgh to Hamburg per week, departing every day except Wednesday. You can expect to find up to two direct flights available on any other given day. Indirect flights are available daily, with dozens of journey options on an average day.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh to Hamburg flights use the Edinburgh Airport to Hamburg Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Hamburg airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Edinburgh 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, offering multiple currencies.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Edinburgh Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh 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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