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Hamburg Helmut Schmidt Airport is the international airport of the second largest city in Germany. It's located around 11 km north from the centre of the city. By the end of 2018, Hamburg Airport had over 17.2 million travellers. Hamburg Airport is the hub for Eurowings. Additionally, it is the base for Condor, Ryanair, and TUI fly Deutschland.
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Minimum Connection Time in Hamburg Airport
The Minimum Connection Time (MCT) required in a specific airport is important to know if the route has a connecting flight. It is always better to check it before booking a ticket. The MCT is also a deciding factor when a passenger makes a claim for compensation for a missed connection. Below you can see the MCT in Hamburg Helmut Schmidt Airport for connecting flights.
- Between domestic flights: 35 min.
- Between domestic and international flights: 35 min.
- Between international flights: 35 min.
Hamburg Airport terminals
Terminals are the sectors or different buildings in airports through which air passengers can transfer between ground transport and the places for boarding or disembarking from the aircraft. It is important to know from which terminal you are leaving from or transferring through due to the fact that passengers might need some additional time to get to the right one, especially in larger airports. There are 2 Terminals in Hamburg Helmut Schmidt Airport.
Terminal 1 – most Airlines, Oneworld and SkyTeam lounges
Terminal 2 – Lufthansa and Star Alliance Airlines flights
How to get from Hamburg Airport to city centre
It can be challenging when travelling to a destination for the first time to find the most convenient way to get to the centre of the city. Public transport is not always operating straight from the airport and taxis can be expensive. It is advisable to check all the transport options prior to travelling so you can schedule your trip appropriately. You can find the latest information and connections of public transport here.
Hamburg Airport train
- S-Bahn-Line S1
Direction: Poppenbüttel - Wedel
Travel time (approx.): 25 min. to Central Station
Operating hours: 04:00 AM - 01:00 AM, daily
Tickets: can be purchased at ticket machines or online
Ticket price: adult single ticket starts from 3.30 EUR, children (6 - 14) single ticket starts from 1.30 EUR
Hamburg Airport bus
- Line 292
Direction: U-Bhf. Ochsenzoll-U-Bhf. Lattenkamp
Travel time (approx.): 25 min. to Ochsenzoll U Station
Operating hours: 05:32 AM - 11:52 PM, daily
Tickets: can be purchased at ticket machines or online
Ticket price: adult single ticket starts from 3.30 EUR, children single ticket starts from 1.30 EUR - Night line 606
Direction: U-Bhf. Ochsenzoll-U-Bhf. Lattenkamp Marketplace
Travel time (approx.): 20 min. to Ochsenzoll U Station
Operating hours: 05:32 AM - 11:52 AM, daily
Tickets: can be purchased at ticket machines or online
Ticket price: adult single ticket starts from 3.30 EUR, children single ticket starts from 1.30 EUR - Kielius Shuttle
Direction: Kiel / Neumünster
More information: here - FlixBus
Direction: Northern Germany / Denmark
Hamburg Airport taxi
- Pick up point: in front of Terminal 1 and Terminal 2, Arrivals
Travel time (approx.): 30 min. to the city centre
Approximate price: 30 EUR
Where to have a rest in Hamburg Helmut Schmidt Airport
You can experience a long wait between flights, for example if you have a delayed flight or your next flight departs the following day. When this happens, it is good for passengers to know where they can rest and pass their time between flights.
Hamburg Airport lounges
Airport lounges give travellers the benefit of waiting for their flight in a comfortable environment and provide services, for example food and beverages, WIFI, areas to unwind in and showers.
- Airport Lounge
Location: Airport Plaza, Level 3
Opening hours: 05:15 AM - 09:00 PM, daily
Price: 35 EUR - Lufthansa Lounge
Location: security area, Areas A and B
Opening hours: 05:00 AM - 09:00 PM, daily
Price: 25 EUR - Emirates Lounge
Location: Airport Plaza, Level 3
Opening hours: opens 3 hrs. before departure and closes 30 min. before departure
Price: from 35 EUR
Hamburg Airport hotels
In the event that your flight takes off the next day or the lounges are not so comfortable, you can opt for staying in a hotel near the airport. Various airports have hotels within the airport, while in others you might need to leave the airport area to reach the closest hotel. We have selected the best options for you in the event you choose to stay in hotel between flights.
- Radisson Blu Hotel
Price: from 113 EUR per night
Address: Flughafenstrasse 1-3, 22335 Hamburg, Germany
Contact: +49 40 3003000
Website: click - Leonardo Inn Hotel
Price: from 71 EUR per night
Address: Zeppelinstrasse 12, 22335 Hamburg, Germany
Contact: +49 40 5002220
Website: click - Courtyard by Marriott Hotel
Price: from 119 EUR per night
Address: Flughafenstrasse 47, 22415 Hamburg, Germany
Contact: +49 40 5002220, email: info.hamburg@leonardo-hotels.com
Website: click
Hamburg Airport restaurants
The last thing you need when you’re travelling is to feel hungry or thirsty. Whether you require a simple breakfast before an early flight, a relaxing lunch during a long layover, or to just grab something to eat while on board, we have various choices for you to be sure you don’t go hungry during your journey. Click here for a full list of places to dine in Hamburg Airport.
- McCafé
Description: coffee and desserts
Location: Terminal 1, Level 3
Opening hours: 04:00 AM - 10:00 PM, daily - Puro Gusto
Description: Italian coffee specialties, wine, breakfast, snacks
Location: Terminal 1, Level 3
Opening hours: 04:00 AM - 09:30 PM, daily - Starbucks
Description: coffee, pastry, snacks
Location: Terminal 2, Arrival Level
Opening hours: Mon-Sat: 07:00 AM - 10:00 PM - Cindy's Diner
Description: burgers and snacks
Location: Airport Plaza, Level 2, security area
Opening hours: 11:00 AM - 08:30 PM, daily - Gosch Sylt
Description: fish and seafood
Location: Airport Plaza, Level 2, security area
Opening hours: 11:00 AM - 08:30 PM, daily - Marché Restaurant
Description: grill, sandwiches, and pasta
Location: Terminal 2, Level 3
Opening hours: 07:00 AM - 08:30 PM, daily
Hamburg Airport shops
If you are that sort of traveller who tends to leave your holiday souvenir buying to the last minute, or simply need to kill some time before the flight, then it’s a good idea to visit the airport shops. The guide below provides a selection of shops at the airport. Go here to discover a full overview of shops.
- Heinemann
Description: Duty Free
Location: Airport Plaza, Level 1, security area
Opening hours: 04:30 AM - 09:00 PM, daily - Press & Books
Description: national and international newspapers, magazines, and books
Location: Gate C07, Level 1, security-controlled area; Gate A20, Level 1, security-controlled area
Opening hours: 05:00 AM - 09:00 PM, daily - Hugo Boss
Description: men and women accessories, shoes, travel bags, and underwear
Location: Gate C15, Level 1, security-controlled area
Opening hours: 06:00 AM - 09:00 PM, daily - Montblanc
Description: pens, watches, leather goods, and accessories
Location: Gate C15, Level 1, security-controlled area
Opening hours: 04:30 AM - 09:30 PM, daily
Hamburg Airport car rental
Some places are worth seeing by car, or it might be essential for your journey to drive. To make it easier for you to pick the best car rental company for your journey, we have provided a list below.
- Avis
Location: Terminal 2, Level 0, Arrivals
Opening hours: 07:00 AM - 11:00 PM, daily
Contact: Avis: + 49 18 06557755, Budget: + 49 18 06217711 - Buchbinder
Location: Terminal 2, Level 0, Arrivals
Opening hours: 06:00 AM - 11:00 PM, daily
Contact: +49 40 357044961 - Enterprise
Location: Terminal 2, Level 0, Arrivals
Opening hours: Mon-Sat: 07:00 AM - 11:00 PM, Sun: 08:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Contact: +49 40 51316170 - Europcar
Location: Terminal 2, Level 0, Arrivals
Opening hours: 07:00 AM - 11:30 PM, daily
Contact: +49 40 5002170 - Hertz
Location: Terminal 2, Level 0, Arrivals
Opening hours: Mon-Sat: 07:00 AM - 11:00 PM, Sun: 08:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Contact: +49 40 59351367
Other Hamburg Airport services you might need
Here are some airport amenities that you may also need while travelling.
- Pharmacy
Location: Airport Plaza, Level 0, Arrivals
Opening hours: Mon-Fri: 07:00 AM - 09:00 PM, Sat-Sun: 08:00 AM - 09:00 PM
Contact: +49 40 50049336 - First Aid
Location: Terminal 2, Level 1, Departures
Opening hours: 05:00 AM - 11:00 PM, daily
Contact: +49 40 50753353 or 2645 - Prayer Room
Location: Terminal 1, Level 2
Opening hours: 06:00 AM - 10:00 PM, daily
Contact: +49 17 91068295 - Children's Play Area
Location: Terminal 1, Level 3
Contact: +49 40 59351367
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