Knowing a bit about the transportation options can you save you a headache when you get to your destination. Fly into Hamburg Airport (HAM), which is located 19.5 mi (31.4 km) from the city center. Otherwise, look for flights into Hamburg Finkenwerder Airport (XFW), which is 22.4 mi (36.1 km) away. If you'd like to venture out around the area, you may want a rental car for your journey.