Travelling from Hamburg to Tokyo: what you need to know
There are two main airports to choose from in Hamburg. Explore your options departing from Hamburg International Airport (HAM) or Hamburg Lubeck Airport (LBC) when searching for a flight from Hamburg to Tokyo.
When it comes to working out where to land in Tokyo, Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) and Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT) are the chief entry points.
The timezone in Tokyo is UTC+9, which is eight hours ahead of Hamburg.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your Hamburg to Tokyo flight.
During popular months such as September, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Hamburg to Tokyo
Booking ahead of time is often the key to locking in a cheap Hamburg to Tokyo flight. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
Getting cheap plane tickets from Hamburg to Tokyo is easier if you can be flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices across the month and land a fantastic deal.
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Flying from Hamburg
Hamburg International Airport (HAM)
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save money on your Hamburg to Tokyo flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Hamburg International Airport. Take a pause at one of these popular airports:
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HAM is about 10 kilometres from central Hamburg. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 25 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your holiday? Stay near Hamburg International Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from Hamburg to Tokyo or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
When it comes to Hamburg International Airport's on-time performance, 77% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Hamburg Lubeck Airport (LBC)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Hamburg to LBC in around 1 hour 35 minutes. The terminal is roughly 56 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 1 hour 5 minutes.
You're off on holiday, so why not spend an extra night away from home? Consider staying at one of these hotels near Hamburg Lubeck Airport the day before your flight from Hamburg to Tokyo:
Hamburg Lubeck Airport has an on-time performance of 78%. This figure highlights how frequently flights that take off from this airport land on schedule.
Arriving in Tokyo
Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND)
Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) is approximately 16 kilometres from the centre of Tokyo. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive will take around 25 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Hamburg to Tokyo, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near HND:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Tokyo Haneda Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Nissan Rent a Car or Times and experience the lesser-explored corners of Tokyo and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your ride from Tokyo Haneda Airport around three weeks in advance of your Hamburg to Tokyo flight.
HND is situated at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT)
Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT) is about 64 kilometres from the centre of Tokyo. Once you've hopped off your flight from Hamburg to Tokyo, it'll take you approximately 1 hour 5 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
The journey will take roughly 1 hour on public transport.
There are some great places to call home for the night near NRT. Settle in and get cosy after your Hamburg to Tokyo flight at one of these well-located options:
Airport Car Rental, JDM Rent a car and Miki Car Rental make collecting a Tokyo Narita Airport rental car simple. These trusted companies are located around or in the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Score the best price by securing your ride from NRT four weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a bigger selection of vehicles.
You can find Tokyo Narita Airport at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Best time to go to Tokyo
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Hamburg to Tokyo. April is the most popular month for a trip to Tokyo. If you like a quieter atmosphere, go in March.
Lock in a Hamburg to Tokyo ticket departing in August if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Tokyo to range from 23ºC to 29ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Hamburg to Tokyo in January when temperatures average between 9ºC and 15ºC.
More about Tokyo
Start your Tokyo trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Hamburg to Tokyo, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
TOKYO SKYTREE and Sensho-ji are just the start of the big attractions to add to your Tokyo must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Ginza Central Street.
Explore more of Japan
Osaka is just one of the many cities in Japan waiting to be discovered once you've seen Tokyo. Around 402 kilometres to the west, its top attractions include Dotonbori, Osaka Castle and Universal Studios Japan.
If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in Japan, consider Nagoya, roughly 257 kilometres west of Tokyo. Nagoya Castle, Sky Promenade and Port Of Nagoya Public Aquarium are among its highlights.
