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Cheapest round-trip
$653
Typical prices: $750-$1,211
Scandinavian Airlines
Wed 11/28Fri 12/14
LAX - HAM • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$304
Typical prices: $440-$674
Lufthansa
Thu 2/15
LAX - HAM • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
There are currently no direct flights between Los Angeles and Hamburg. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 6 weeks in advance save around 37% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 35% price drop
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $759 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 13h 45m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Los Angeles to Hamburg (LAX-HAM)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Los Angeles to Hamburg

Sat, Nov 28 - Mon, Dec 14
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7:30 pm - 10:15 pmLAX  Los Angeles-HAM Hamburg
17h 45m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
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7:35 pm - 5:00 pmHAM  Hamburg-LAX Los Angeles
30h 25m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
$653Scandinavian Airlines
Fri, Nov 27 - Tue, Dec 8
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7:30 pm - 7:05 pmLAX  Los Angeles-HAM Hamburg
14h 35m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
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12:30 pm - 5:00 pmHAM  Hamburg-LAX Los Angeles
13h 30m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
$658Scandinavian Airlines
Sat, Nov 28 - Mon, Dec 14
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5:10 pm - 10:35 pmLAX  Los Angeles-HAM Hamburg
20h 25m1 stop Lisbon Humberto Delgado
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5:00 pm - 3:15 pmHAM  Hamburg-LAX Los Angeles
31h 15m1 stop Lisbon Humberto Delgado
$712TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Sat, Nov 28 - Mon, Dec 14
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5:10 pm - 10:35 pmLAX  Los Angeles-HAM Hamburg
20h 25m1 stop Lisbon Humberto Delgado
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5:00 pm - 3:15 pmHAM  Hamburg-LAX Los Angeles
31h 15m1 stop Lisbon Humberto Delgado
$714TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Tue, Jan 5 - Wed, Jan 13
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7:30 pm - 6:00 pmLAX  Los Angeles-HAM Hamburg
13h 30m1 stop Zurich
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9:40 am - 4:35 pmHAM  Hamburg-LAX Los Angeles
15h 55m1 stop Zurich
$723SWISS
Fri, Feb 5 - Fri, Feb 12
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12:00 pm - 2:00 pmLAX  Los Angeles-HAM Hamburg
17h 00m2 stops Newark Zurich
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9:40 am - 4:35 pmHAM  Hamburg-LAX Los Angeles
15h 55m1 stop Zurich
$771SWISS
Tue, Jan 5 - Wed, Jan 13
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2:39 pm - 5:35 pmLAX  Los Angeles-HAM Hamburg
17h 56m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl London Heathrow
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6:25 pm - 3:50 pmHAM  Hamburg-LAX Los Angeles
30h 25m1 stop London Heathrow
$778British Airways
Tue, Jan 5 - Wed, Jan 13
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11:47 am - 10:15 pmLAX  Los Angeles-HAM Hamburg
25h 28m2 stops Boston Logan Intl London Heathrow
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10:40 am - 6:35 pmHAM  Hamburg-LAX Los Angeles
16h 55m1 stop London Heathrow
$789British Airways
Tue, Jan 5 - Wed, Jan 13
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6:50 pm - 6:10 pmLAX  Los Angeles-HAM Hamburg
14h 20m1 stop Helsinki-Vantaa
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8:25 am - 7:30 pmHAM  Hamburg-LAX Los Angeles
20h 05m2 stops Helsinki-Vantaa Dallas/Fort Worth
$790Finnair
Fri, Jan 8 - Sat, Jan 23
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8:50 pm - 9:50 pmLAX  Los Angeles-HAM Hamburg
16h 00m1 stop London Heathrow
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8:25 am - 12:58 amHAM  Hamburg-LAX Los Angeles
25h 33m2 stops Helsinki-Vantaa New York John F Kennedy Intl
$804Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Los Angeles to Hamburg flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Los Angeles to Hamburg?

Round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Hamburg typically range from $750 to $1,211. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $653, on Scandinavian Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Los Angeles to Hamburg?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Los Angeles to Hamburg. It’s 15% cheaper than the average day, while Wednesday is the most expensive, with prices 13% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Hamburg?

•November is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Hamburg at $620 round-trip.
•June ($1,305) and July ($1,049) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 110% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Los Angeles to Hamburg the cheapest?

Flights from Los Angeles to Hamburg are cheapest 6 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 37% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Los Angeles to Hamburg flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$304
Beat the crowds with an average 58% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 102% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Los Angeles to Hamburg

When to book flights from Los Angeles to Hamburg

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Los Angeles to Hamburg based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Los Angeles to Hamburg flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Los Angeles to Hamburg?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Los Angeles to Hamburg:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Los Angeles to Hamburg?

    A nonstop flight from Los Angeles to Hamburg takes 00m, covering 5,642 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Los Angeles to Hamburg?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Los Angeles to Hamburg flight?

    Round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Hamburg range from $750 to $1,211, with an average of $961 over the past 12 months. Anything below $750 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Los Angeles to Hamburg flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 29% above the $961 route average. Book 6 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Los Angeles to Hamburg changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $653 to $3,596. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Los Angeles to Hamburg looking right now?

    One-way fares from Los Angeles to Hamburg are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $401, which is 27% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Hamburg Airport (HAM)?

    Hamburg Airport (HAM) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $10 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Wheego
    • Flex To Go
    • Alamo
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Europcar

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Los Angeles to Hamburg?

    Flights from Los Angeles to Hamburg usually depart from Los Angeles (LAX) and arrive at Hamburg (HAM).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Los Angeles to Hamburg pass through?

    One-stop flights from Los Angeles to Hamburg most commonly connect through:

    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) - 33% of one-stop connections
    • Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) - 18% of one-stop connections
    • Zurich (ZRH) - 13% of one-stop connections
    • Kastrup Copenhagen (CPH) - 12% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Los Angeles to Hamburg?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 25% on flights from Los Angeles to Hamburg. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $825 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $1,094, a difference of $269.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Los Angeles to Hamburg?

    Flying via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 13h 45m, compared with 14h 10m via Helsinki-Vantaa (HEL) and 14h 19m via Vienna Intl (VIE).

  • What is the time difference between Los Angeles and Hamburg?

    Hamburg is 9 hours ahead of Los Angeles (Central European Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Hamburg?

    Some of the most popular sights in Hamburg are Congress Center Hamburg, Hamburg Messe and Congress and Friedhof Ohlsdorf. These are among the most viewed places in Hamburg on KAYAK.

  • What airline offers a sustainable flight from Los Angeles to Hamburg?

    Air Canada ensures environmental sustainability through fuel efficiency during operations and less waste on the ground. The airline’s carbon-offset program includes using sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), hybrid technologies, and a new fleet that emits 50% less nitrogen oxide than the previous one. SWISS also uses SAF to ensure a greener environment. These airlines also have green fares for passengers, as incentive to contribute to a better climate.

  • What are the common layovers for flights from Los Angeles to Hamburg?

    The Los Angeles-to-Hamburg route is long, and most flights stop once or twice along the way. If you book British Airways, SWISS, United Airlines, Delta, or LOT, expect a layover or two. The major cities where most airlines layover includes Amsterdam, London, Frankfurt, Copenhagen, Helsinki, Zurich, Vienna, Minneapolis, Reykjavik, Paris, Warsaw, and Seattle. Layover duration and city depend on your airline.

  • What is the most convenient way to travel from Hamburg airport to downtown Hamburg?

    The S1 train is a convenient option and gets you to the city in approximately 28 minutes. You can also take the N73 bus to arrive in about 30 minutes or the Line 292 and 114 buses to arrive downtown in around 53 minutes. The journey from the airport to the city depends on the traffic and stops at various stations.

  • Are there opportunities to upgrade to first class from Los Angeles to Hamburg?

    Most airlines, including Air Canada, SWISS, Scandinavian Airlines, and Turkish Airlines, allow passengers to upgrade to first class at least 24 hours before departure. Upgrading depends on the availability of seats, and the amount you pay depends on your class fare. Mostly, your airline sends you an email about upgrading and what to expect when flying first class, including privacy, comfortable seats, complimentary meals, and a blanket.

Your guide to booking Los Angeles to Hamburg flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Monday departure and avoid flying on Wednesday. On this route, Monday flights average $825, about $269 less than Wednesday fares (25% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 6 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 37% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Los Angeles to Hamburg trip for November. Fares historically average $620 round-trip in that month - typically $685 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Hamburg Airport.

    • B&b Hotel Hamburg-airport
    • Motel One Hamburg-Airport
    • Best Western Premier Alsterkrug Hotel
  • Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is a hub for Delta, Virgin Airlines, Alaska Airlines, and American Airlines, connecting many international cities through long-haul flights. On the other hand, Hamburg Airport (HAM) in Germany is a hub for Ryanair, WizzAir, Eurowings, and Condor.
  • Carry-on and checked-luggage allowances for economy class on cheap flights from Los Angeles to Hamburg vary depending on the airline. If you book with Scandinavian Airlines, the maximum luggage weight is 17 lbs. and should not exceed 21 x 15 x 7 inches.
  • SWISS offers special meals on the Los Angeles-to-Hamburg route for passengers who need to follow special, such as food allergies, religious observance, and medical restrictions. However, you need to preorder your meal in advance.
  • You can travel from downtown Los Angeles to LAX airport by taking an LAX FlyAway bus to arrive in 39 minutes. Another option is the Metro A or Metro C tram lines that get you to the airport in approximately 54 minutes.
  • Upgrading to business class for flights from Los Angeles to Hamburg comes with many benefits. Though amenities vary depending on the airlines, some exclusive ones include extra leg room, a blanket, and a pillow.

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