?? Flights to Wacken Open Air 2025
Flying in from the UK? Here’s your essential guide to airports near Wacken, travel options, and booking tips.
? Plan Your JourneyWacken Open Air takes place in northern Germany. The most convenient airports are Hamburg (HAM) and Bremen (BRE), with onward train or coach connections. Here’s how to get there:
? Option 1: Fly to Hamburg Airport (HAM)
- Direct flights from London, Manchester, Edinburgh, Dublin, and Bristol
- S-Bahn S1 connects airport to Hamburg Hbf
- Then take RE train to Itzehoe (~1 hour)
- Official Wacken shuttle buses run from Itzehoe
? Best overall route for Wacken 2025
? Option 2: Fly to Bremen Airport (BRE)
- Great low-cost alternative with Ryanair and Eurowings
- Tram 6 connects airport to Bremen Hbf (~15 mins)
- Take train to Hamburg ? then RE to Itzehoe ? shuttle to Wacken
? Direct Flights to Hamburg from the UK
| UK Airport | Airlines | Flight Time |
|---|---|---|
| London Heathrow | British Airways, Eurowings | 1h 35m |
| Manchester | Eurowings | 1h 40m |
| Edinburgh | Ryanair | 1h 50m |
| Dublin | Ryanair | 2h 00m |
| Bristol | EasyJet | 1h 45m |
? Airport Tips
- Book early for the cheapest fares
- Choose Hamburg if possible — fastest to Wacken
- Join the official Wacken shuttle at Itzehoe for the easiest final leg
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