Travelling from Chicago to Hamburg Airport (HAM): What you need to know
Chicago has a couple of airports where you can kick off your travels. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Chicago to Hamburg Airport (HAM) heading out from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW).
The timezone in Hamburg is UTC+1, which is six hours ahead of Chicago. Hamburg Airport is located in Hamburg.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Chicago to HAM. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Longer lines at security and check-in are likely if you're jetting off during high season, so give yourself even more breathing space. The recommendation for peak times? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and possibly even explore another city. When browsing cheap flights from Chicago to HAM leaving from O'Hare International Airport (ORD), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can visit along the way. Your journey might pause in:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
ORD is around 40 kilometres from central Chicago. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 55 minutes.
Looking for a comfortable hotel close to O'Hare International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Chicago to Hamburg Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
74.85% of flights taking off from O'Hare International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
MDW is around 19 kilometres from central Chicago. It'll take 20 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 45 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before your Chicago to HAM flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Chicago Midway International Airport:
As far as flight punctuality goes, Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 77.88%.
MDW is located at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
RFD is around 137 kilometres from central Chicago. Driving from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour 25 minutes. If you're thinking about using public transport, you can expect a journey of around 4 hours 15 minutes.
Make catching an early Chicago to Hamburg Airport flight the easiest part of your journey. Book a room at one of these hotels near Chicago Rockford International Airport and head to your check-in counter with time to spare:
Flights departing from RFD reach their destination as scheduled 76.19% of the time.
Chicago Rockford International Airport is located at 2 Airport Cir.
About Hamburg Airport (HAM)
Consider staying in a hotel close to HAM if you have a late flight from Chicago to Hamburg Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Hamburg Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Wheego, Alamo or star car and experience the lesser-explored corners of Hamburg and beyond.
Booking your vehicle around one week in advance of your Chicago to Hamburg Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
Getting from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to central Hamburg
Hamburg Airport to central Hamburg is around 10 kilometres. If you're getting a cab or renting a car, plan ahead to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times vary depending on traffic and the time of day.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 1 hour 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Hamburg Airport (HAM)
ج.م. 13,980 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Hamburg Airport. Return flights start from ج.م. 29,771. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
To find cheap flights from Chicago to HAM, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when tickets first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Hamburg Airport (HAM)
June is the most popular month for flights from Chicago to Hamburg Airport (HAM). Visit Hamburg in February for a quieter experience.
Book a Chicago to HAM flight ticket departing in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Hamburg to range from 12ºC to 26ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Chicago to Hamburg Airport in January when temperatures are between -5ºC and 6ºC.
More about Hamburg
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Hamburg right here. Check out these hotels after you've booked your flight from Chicago to Hamburg Airport:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg are essential stops on your Hamburg itinerary.
Explore more of Germany
Hamburg has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Germany waiting to be explored. About 257 kilometres south-east of Hamburg, a visit to Berlin will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading attractions like Brandenburg Gate, Brandenburger Tor and Berlin Wall.
Around 290 kilometres south-west of Hamburg, Dortmund is another essential stop in Germany. Start your sightseeing at Dortmund Christmas Market, Museum of Natural History and Deutsches Fußballmuseum.
