The flight distance from Hamburg Airport (HAM) in Hamburg, Germany to Lake Placid Airport (LKP) in Lake Placid, United States is 5,854 kilometers (3,638 miles / 3,161 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying west northwest at a heading of 296°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Germany with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 04:42 in Hamburg, it's 22:42 in Lake Placid. With a 6-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,694 feet between the two airports. Lake Placid Airport sits higher than Hamburg Airport.

The return flight from Lake Placid (LKP) to Hamburg (HAM) follows a heading of 48° (northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Hamburg Airport (HAM) and Lake Placid Airport (LKP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.