Flying from Hamburg to Dubai: what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can take off from in Hamburg. Check out your options departing from Hamburg International Airport (HAM) or Hamburg Lubeck Airport (LBC) when searching for a flight from Hamburg to Dubai.
When it comes to planning your arrival in Dubai, Dubai Airport (DXB) and Dubai Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) are the chief entry points.
Around 6 hours 25 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct Hamburg to Dubai flight.
Dubai is three hours ahead of Hamburg and observes the UTC+4 timezone.
The most popular route for flights from Hamburg to Dubai is from Hamburg International Airport (HAM) to Dubai Airport (DXB). There are 14 services every week between these two airports. If you want to maximise your time on arrival, the earliest flight from HAM to DXB is the 14:40 Emirates service. If you prefer to travel later, the final departure is at 21:30 with Emirates.
Leave plenty of time to make your Hamburg to Dubai flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time like September? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Hamburg to Dubai
To score cheap Hamburg to Dubai flights, reserve your trip six months before your planned departure.
The best month for scoring cheap plane tickets from Hamburg to Dubai is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates offering the lowest fares.
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Flying from Hamburg
Hamburg International Airport (HAM)
You can catch a direct flight from Hamburg to Dubai leaving from Hamburg International Airport (HAM). Begin your trip at HAM and land at Dubai Airport (DXB).
Lock in your Hamburg to Dubai plane tickets with Emirates. This airline is a top choice for direct flights from HAM.
We make it simple to find a Hamburg to Dubai flight with a stopover. To see the options leaving from Hamburg International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)
Munich Airport (MUC)
The journey from central Hamburg to HAM takes about 25 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 10 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Booked an early flight from Hamburg to Dubai? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to Hamburg International Airport:
Of the flights that depart from Hamburg International Airport, 77% land on time at their destination.
Hamburg Lubeck Airport (LBC)
LBC is about 56 kilometres from central Hamburg. It'll take 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 35 minutes.
It's your holiday, so why not extend it with another night away? Consider staying at one of these hotels near Hamburg Lubeck Airport the day before your flight from Hamburg to Dubai:
78% of flights leaving Hamburg Lubeck Airport make it to their destination as expected.
Arriving in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Dubai Airport (DXB) is approximately 5 kilometres from central Dubai. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive will take around 20 minutes.
Getting there by public transport will take you roughly 35 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Hamburg to Dubai, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near DXB:
Go where the road takes you with a Dubai Airport rental car. Book your wheels from AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car or Quicklease Car Rental and find adventure across Dubai and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Dubai Airport about three weeks in advance of your Hamburg to Dubai flight.
Dubai Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Once your flight from Hamburg to Dubai has hit the runway, you can get to the city centre in around 40 minutes by car. Central Dubai is roughly 48 kilometres from Dubai Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC).
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 1 hour 20 minutes.
After your flight from Hamburg to Dubai, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to DWC. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Quicklease Car Rental, Quick Drive and Golden Key Car Rental make picking up a Dubai Al Maktoum International Airport rental car quick and easy. These companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from DWC three weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a bigger selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Dubai
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Hamburg to Dubai. December is the most popular month to travel to Dubai. If you want a more peaceful vibe, go in March.
Lock in a Hamburg to Dubai ticket departing in July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Dubai to range from 30ºC (86ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Hamburg to Dubai in January when temperatures average between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).
More about Dubai
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Dubai right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Hamburg to Dubai:
Burj Khalifa and Dubai Opera are a couple of major attractions to add to your Dubai must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Dubai Gold Souk.
Explore more of the United Arab Emirates
You've visited Dubai, now it's time to discover other parts of the United Arab Emirates. Journey about 26 kilometres east to Sharjah to tick off its leading attractions. From Sharjah Archaeology Museum to Cultural Palace and Sharjah Science Museum, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 129 kilometres southwest of Dubai, Abu Dhabi is another favourite stop in the United Arab Emirates. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Zayed The 2nd Mosque and Masjid.
