Flying from Esenboga International Airport (ESB) to Hamburg Airport (HAM): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Esenboga International Airport to Hamburg Airport is 3 hours 36 minutes. Hamburg's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Hamburg 2 hours behind Ankara.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
SunExpress has direct flights from Esenboga International Airport to Hamburg Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Hamburg — plus maybe even more of Germany if you have time.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for flights from Esenboga International Airport to Hamburg Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between ESB and HAM are:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport
Remember, you may need a visa to enter Germany. Visa requirements vary and travel documentation requirements change often. Before reserving your cheap ticket from ESB to HAM, check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the most up-to-date information.
How to find the cheapest flights from Esenboga International Airport (ESB) to Hamburg Airport (HAM)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Esenboga International Airport to Hamburg Airport is $114. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $319. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Get flight tickets from ESB to HAM by booking 4 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
Schedule your trip for December. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Esenboga International Airport to Hamburg Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
Finding a cheap ticket from ESB to HAM is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when the price has fallen.
Use filters to tailor your flights from Esenboga International Airport to Hamburg Airport. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.
Handy information about Esenboga International Airport (ESB)
Located around 27 kilometres from the centre of Ankara, Esenboga International Airport can be reached in about 36 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 4 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Esenboga International Airport to Hamburg Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to ESB:
Arriving at Hamburg Airport (HAM)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Esenboga International Airport to Hamburg Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near HAM instead:
Getting from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to central Hamburg
Hamburg Airport is approximately 11 kilometres from central Hamburg. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is about 29 minutes.
It takes roughly 1 hour and 24 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Hamburg Airport (HAM)
June is the most popular month for flights from Esenboga International Airport to Hamburg Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Hamburg in February.
When booking your flight from Esenboga International Airport to Hamburg Airport, consider the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Hamburg, with temperatures ranging from 12 ºC to 26 ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -5 ºC and 6 ºC. Search for flight tickets from ESB to HAM sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
More about Hamburg
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Hamburg right here. Check out these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from ESB to HAM:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg are attractions you won't want to skip in Hamburg.
Complete your Hamburg trip with hotels and a car rental
Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Hamburg Airport, check out the lowest prices and exclusive offers on hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one place to get the best car rental price for your Hamburg escape.