How to find cheap flights to Frankfurt
$491 is the lowest price for a one-way flight to Frankfurt. Or you can book a round-trip ticket for $1,105.
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Book your tickets as early as possible. You're more likely to find a great deal and have a wider selection of departure options.
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Indirect routes often cost less, so consider taking a flight with a stop. Just uncheck the 'Direct flights' box when searching for your plane tickets.
Best time to go to Frankfurt
Make use of the 'Whole month' tool if you have flexible travel dates. Browse fares for an entire month and find a flight that suits your itinerary and budget.
To experience the city at its liveliest, lock in your flights for September. Travelling during peak periods typically means more to do and see compared to other times of the year.
The quietest time to travel is March. Lock in your plane tickets to Frankfurt then and take in the top attractions at a more relaxed pace.
The weather can make or break a trip, so consider what kind of conditions you want to travel in. Frankfurt is warmest in August, averaging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
Temperatures are lowest in January, when they range from -4ºC (25ºF) to 7ºC (45ºF).
September often brings more sun than cloud. With five days of rainfall on average, this is the driest month in Frankfurt.
December has the wettest weather. You can expect around ten days of rainfall.
Travelling to Frankfurt: what you need to know
Most passengers fly into Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA), the city's busiest airport.
Avoid the layovers and get to your destination in a single hop. Book a direct flight to Frankfurt with one of these airlines:
When you touch down in Frankfurt, you'll be in the UTC+1 timezone.
After booking your tickets, find the perfect stay to match your journey. Here's a lineup of popular hotels to put on your short list:
Getting to central Frankfurt from Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)
FRA, the city's primary airport, is about 11 kilometres from central Frankfurt.
If you're taking a taxi after your flight to Frankfurt, it'll take around 25 minutes to reach the centre.
Roughly 20 minutes is how long it'll take to get there using public transport.
Whether you're coming in late or simply want the convenience of staying close by, you'll find some good hotels near Frankfurt am Main Airport. Check in to one of these after your flight to Frankfurt touches down:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a car rental at FRA. Rent your wheels from Wheego, Alamo or OK Mobility and explore parts of Frankfurt that aren't in every guidebook.
Frankfurt am Main Airport serves Frankfurt and nearby areas in Hesse, Germany.
Frankfurt highlights
Put these major attractions high on your must-do list after stepping off your flight to Frankfurt:
Educational institution Anne Frank: Around 3 kilometres north of the centre in Mitte-Nord, this landmark offers a great first taste of the city.
Staedel Museum: Looking for more reasons to visit Frankfurt? This landmark attracts travellers from all over and is around 2 kilometres southwest of the city centre in Sud.
Explore more of Germany
There's a whole lot more of Germany begging to be explored. About 193 kilometres northwest of Frankfurt, take off to Essen. What not to miss? Begin with PACT Zollverein, Philharmonie Essen and Red Dot Design Museum.
Stuttgart fits right into any adventure through Germany. You'll find it around 153 kilometres south of Frankfurt. Mercedes-Benz Museum, Porsche Museum and State Gallery of Stuttgart are major draws. You can arrive here through Stuttgart Airport (STR).
Say yes to more adventures in Dortmund, which is roughly 177 kilometres northwest of Frankfurt. Museum of Natural History, German Football Museum and Hohensyburg Castle give you plenty of reason to visit. You can reach this city by catching a flight to Dortmund Airport (DTM).
Complete your trip with a Frankfurt car rental
Rent a car in the city and drive off when you're ready. Browse the range of car rentals in Frankfurt and unlock the top deals with a single search. You can also compare rental cars on everything from provider rating to fuel policy and customer service.