Table of current flight delays and cancelations at Hamburg Airport
Have you been affected by a delay or cancellation at Hamburg Airport? Here you will find an up-to-date list of all flight delays and cancelations for which you may be entitled to compensation. Easily check your claim with our compensation calculator and instruct Flightright to enforce your rights.
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Flight delays and cancelations at Hamburg airport
Hamburg Airport (HAM) was opened in 1911 and is the oldest airport in Germany. With around 156,000 flight movements per year, it is also one of the largest airports in the country. Since 2016, Hamburg Airport has been called Hamburg Airport Helmut Schmidt in honor of the late former chancellor. Hamburg Airport is in the midfield in terms of punctuality. Flight delays and cancellations can occur at irregular intervals. According to Flightright, a total of 48920 flights were scheduled at Hamburg Airport in 2023. Of these, 1087 flights were canceled, which corresponds to 2.22% of all scheduled flights. In addition, 150 flights were delayed, which accounted for 0.31% of all flights.
Has your flight from Hamburg airport been delayed or canceled? Check now whether you are entitled to compensation of 250 to 600 euros. Our Compensation Calculator shows you quickly and easily whether you are entitled to compensation and, if so, how much. You can then instruct Flightright to enforce your compensation. If Flightright is successful in enforcing your claim, you will receive your compensation minus our success fee (typically 20-30% plus VAT).
What rights do I have in the event of a flight delay or cancellation at Hamburg Airport?
- According to the EU Passenger Rights Regulation between EUR 250 and EUR 600 compensation
- From 3 hours of flight delay, in case of flight cancellation, overbooking or missed connecting flight.
- The compensation is independent of the ticket price.
- Up to 3 years retroactively
What should I do if my flight is delayed or canceled at Frankfurt Airport?
- Ideally, the airline should confirm in writing the reason for the delay or cancellation .
- Gathering evidence: photos, expense receipts, tickets and vouchers can help.
- Secure supply services at the airport
- Use the compensation calculator to find out how much you are entitled to.
From when can I receive compensation in the event of a flight delay or cancellation at Hamburg Airport?
The EU Air Passenger Rights Regulation states that air passengers are entitled to compensation in the event of a delay of more than 3 hours, flight cancellation, rebooking or missed connection. To receive compensation under EU air passenger legislation, your flight must have departed from the EU or landed in the EU while the airline is based in the EU. In addition, the airline itself must have caused the delay and the flight must have taken place within the last 3 years.
Basically:
- Delays: Your flight has arrived at its destination more than 3 hours late.
- Cancellations: You were informed of the cancellation less than 14 days before departure.
- Overbooking: The airline overbooks your flight and you can no longer find a seat on board.
- Missed connecting flight: You miss your connecting flight and reach your final destination with a delay of 3 hours or more.
The amount of your compensation relates only to the journey, not to the price you paid for the ticket:
- Short distance (less than 1500 kilometers): You are entitled to an indemnity of 250 euros at Hamburg airport.
- Medium-haul (up to 3500 kilometers): You are entitled to a compensation of EUR 400 at Hamburg airport.
- Long distance (more than 3500 kilometers): You are entitled to a compensation of €600 at Hamburg airport.
Delay, cancellation, overbooking, missed connecting flight? You are entitled to:
| Short distance up to 1500 km | Medium distance up to 3500 km | Long distance from 3500 km |
| e.g. London – Edinburgh | e.g. London – Athens | e.g. London – Tokyo |
| 250€ | 400€ | 600€ |
What are my rights if I have to wait a long time at the airport?
In case of flight delay of 3 hours or more or flight cancellation, you are entitled to airport assistance. You are entitled to drinks, meals, two free telephone calls, e-mails or faxes. Depending on the flight route, you will receive the benefits after different periods of time:
- Short distance up to 1500 km: from 2 hours standby time
- Medium distance 1500-3500 km: from 3 hours waiting time onwards
- Long distance from 3500 km onwards: from 4 hours delay at start-up
- In case of overbooking, you are entitled to all services without waiting time.
What are my passenger rights in the event of a flight cancellation due to a strike at Hamburg Airport?
If your flight is due to depart from Hamburg Airport and there is a strike at the airport in question, first check whether your flight is affected by the cancelations due to the strike. In accordance with the EU Passenger Rights Regulation, you are entitled to alternative transport or a refund of the ticket price. You may also be entitled to compensation if there are no extraordinary circumstances and it is an internal airline strike, for example. Contact your airline for more information about replacement transport, rebooking or ticket refunds, as well as local services such as catering and, if necessary, accommodation and transport to the hotel.
Can I receive flight compensation if my flight at Hamburg Airport is delayed or canceled due to a strike?
A flight cancellation or a significant delay of more than three hours due to a strike is often considered an extraordinary circumstance, provided the airline or airline staff are not responsible for the strike. There is no entitlement to compensation in exceptional circumstances. Nevertheless, passengers should check their rights to basic care and catering services at Hamburg Airport. This includes meals, refreshments and, if necessary, accommodation, depending on the length of the delay and the flight route. Also important to know: If your flight is canceled because airline staff are on strike, you are entitled to a refund of your ticket price, alternative transport, catering on site and additional compensation.
How to get to Hamburg airport?
Hamburg Airport is located about 8 kilometers north of the city center. Travellers can use public transport or a car to reach Hamburg Airport.
By public transport to Hamburg Airport
Travellers can take the train to Hamburg airport. The airport is connected to the rail network. The S1 line runs every 10 minutes between the main station and the airport. The journey time is 25 minutes. A single journey costs about 3 euros. There are also several bus lines. Hamburg Airport is also connected to the long-distance bus network.
How to get to Hamburg Airport by car
Arrival and departure by car is via the A7 motorway. Depending on traffic conditions, the journey from Hamburg city center takes about 30 minutes.
Hamburg Airport Parking
With more than 12,000 parking spaces, Hamburg Airport offers numerous possibilities for parking your vehicle. The so-called terminal car parks are located directly in front of the terminals and the security checkpoint. They are especially recommended for short-term parking. If you are leaving Hamburg Airport and would like to park your car there for a longer period of time, it is best to use the long-stay car parks. These are located both in the multi-storey car park P1 and in car parks P8-9. A shuttle bus takes travellers from there to the airport and back. Long-stay parking spaces can be booked online.
How far in advance do I have to be at Hamburg airport?
Depending on the route, it is recommended to arrive at the airport 90-120 minutes before departure. For long-haul flights, it may also be necessary to arrive 3 hours before the flight for check-in. Please note that many airlines check-in closes between 30 and 60 minutes before departure. Those arriving at Hamburg airport by train should allow half an hour’s travel time from the city center.
From Hamburg airport to the city center
Travellers can also easily reach the city center by public transport or car. The cheapest way is to take the S-Bahn, which departs directly from the airport station. Tickets can be purchased from the ticket machine on the platform. A taxi ride to the city center costs about 27 euros. Taxi ranks are located in front of the exits of both terminals. Depending on traffic, it takes about half an hour. Car hire is also available. Car rental desks are located in the arrivals area of Terminal 2.
Hamburg Airport Hotels
Close to Hamburg Airport there are several hotels of varying prices, some of which also offer a shuttle service to and from the airport. For example, you will find relatively inexpensive rooms at the Ibis Hotel Hamburg Airport. In the immediate vicinity, the Radisson Blu Hotel offers a luxury service.
Hamburg Airport: Important terminals and addresses
- Kur Hamburg Airport Terminal 1: Airlines Air France, Condor, Easyjet, Emirates, Eurowings, Iberia, KLM, Norwegian, Onur Air, Pegasus, SunExpress, TUIfly and Turkish Airlines fly from Terminal 1.
- Hamburg Airport Terminal 2: Flights of Wizz Air, Thai Airways, TAP, Swiss, British Airways, Singapore Airlines, Ryanair, Lufthansa, Austrian, American Airlines and Air Canada usually depart from Terminal 2.
Hamburg Airport: Practical information
At the airport, travellers can use the airport’s free WLAN. There is a large children’s play area in Terminal 1. Travellers will find a wide selection of shops, restaurants and cafes at Hamburg Airport. From fast food and sushi to Italian cuisine, snacks and coffee specialities, there is a meal for every taste. The Marché restaurant offers, for example, fresh sandwiches and snacks. Lovers of Japanese cuisine will find what they are looking for at Sashimi Sushi. Hamburg Airport offers numerous boutiques and shops whose range of clothing, accessories, travel goods, cosmetics and souvenirs leaves nothing to be desired.
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Hamburg Airport experienced a varied level of performance from the airlines. The most active airline was Eurowings with a total of 12,312 flights and 287 cancelations and 8 delays, which indicates a stable performance with few delays. It was closely followed by Lufthansa with 7,507 flights, 218 cancelations and 15 delays, indicating a similarly solid performance. According to Flightright data, there were 1237 incidents at Hamburg Airport, accounting for 2.53% of all departures. In the event of flight delays, cancelations and overbooking, passengers may be entitled to compensation or ticket refunds. Flightright enforces your rights.
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