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Hamburg Airport Manages Autumn Holiday Rush Without Long Queues

Targeted staffing, time-slot bookings, early baggage drop underpin plans for sustained high volumes through the break.

Overview

  • About 55,000 travelers were processed on the holiday kickoff day, with Saturday expected slightly lower yet still above usual traffic levels.
  • Airport officials reported no prolonged waits at check-in or security during the surge.
  • Roughly 370,000 passengers per week are expected over the holiday period, in line with last year’s volumes.
  • Operations plan for up to about 380 takeoffs and landings per day, with roughly 120 direct destinations in 40 countries available.
  • Passengers are advised to arrive at least two hours before departure, with optional day-before baggage drop, free security time-slot bookings, terminals opening at 3:15, and security staffed from 3:30.