Traveling from Buenos Aires to Hamburg: what you need to know
There are two main airports to choose from in Buenos Aires. Explore your options departing from Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) or Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE) when reserving your flight from Buenos Aires to Hamburg.
Step off your plane in Hamburg at Hamburg Airport (HAM) or Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC).
Hamburg's timezone is UTC+1, making Hamburg four hours ahead of Buenos Aires.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your Buenos Aires to Hamburg flight.
You can expect longer lines in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
How to find the cheapest flights from Buenos Aires to Hamburg
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap Buenos Aires to Hamburg flights if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
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Flying from Buenos Aires
Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP)
Located around 6 kilometers from the center of Buenos Aires, AEP can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 40 minutes.
After an easy start to your break? Stay near Jorge Newbery Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Buenos Aires to Hamburg or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Jorge Newbery Airport earns top marks for on-time performance. 83.76% of flights that depart AEP reach their destination on time.
Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE)
Visit friends or family or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your Buenos Aires to Hamburg flight, browse these options when departing from Ministro Pistarini Airport:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
You can reach EZE from the center of Buenos Aires in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride on public transport will take roughly 2 hours 10 minutes to cover the 27 kilometers or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your flight from Buenos Aires to Hamburg? Kick back in a hotel near Ministro Pistarini Airport before your adventure officially starts. Check out these accommodation options:
Most flights that depart Ministro Pistarini Airport touch down at their destination within the expected time frame. It achieves a consistent on-time performance rate of 84%.
Arriving in Hamburg
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
Hamburg Airport (HAM) is approximately 10 kilometers from the center of Hamburg. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take around 30 minutes.
When traveling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 30 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Buenos Aires to Hamburg, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near HAM:
Travel at your own pace with a Hamburg Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Wheego, Alamo or star car and discover more of Hamburg and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from Hamburg Airport about one week before your departure date.
Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC)
Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC) is roughly 56 kilometers from central Hamburg. After your flight from Buenos Aires to Hamburg, it takes approximately 1 hour to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
You can expect the trip to take approximately 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from Buenos Aires to Hamburg, tuck yourself in at a hotel near LBC. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Find the perfect playlist and hit the open road in a Luebeck-Blankensee Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Enterprise and drive off without missing a beat.
Lock in the vehicle you want, not just what's left, by securing your ride from LBC ahead of your arrival. You can also avoid last-minute price surges, especially during busy airport times.
Best time to go to Hamburg
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Buenos Aires to Hamburg. June is the busiest month to visit Hamburg. If you want a quieter vibe, go in January.
Before locking in your Buenos Aires to Hamburg tickets, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Hamburg, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -5ºC (23ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF). Look for cheap flights from Buenos Aires to Hamburg around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Hamburg
Once you've booked your flight from Buenos Aires to Hamburg, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Hamburg:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg are attractions you won't want to skip in Hamburg.
Explore more of Germany
Berlin is just one of the many cities in Germany waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Hamburg. Around 257 kilometers to the south-east, its top attractions include Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
Around 306 kilometers south-west of Hamburg, Essen is another essential stop in Germany. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Aussichtspunkt Wattenscheider Hellweg, Bergischer Weg - 2 Etappe and Hasenwiese.