Flying from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Frankfurt Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 9 hours 40 minutes.
The timezone in Frankfurt is UTC+1, which is six hours ahead of Austin.
Flights from AUS to FRA start from 15:40 — the first with Lufthansa. The latest departure is at 17:00 with Lufthansa. Overall, you can take your pick of six weekly Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Frankfurt Airport flights.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your AUS to FRA flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Lufthansa has direct flights from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Frankfurt Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Frankfurt — and maybe even more of Germany if you have time.
Most passengers choose to travel with Lufthansa on this route.
Among carriers operating AUS to FRA flights, Lufthansa has the best track record for timely arrivals.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Frankfurt Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between AUS and FRA include:
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
Pearson International Airport
Washington Dulles International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Frankfurt Airport flight is $721. A return ticket right now is $1,088. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Book six months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from AUS to FRA.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Frankfurt Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across each month.
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Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Frankfurt Airport.
Handy information about Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)
The address for AUS is 3600 Presidential Blvd.
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport scores top marks for its on-time performance. 81.23% of flights that take off from AUS reach their destination without delay.
To get to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport from central Austin, it'll take about 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport will take about 3 hours 25 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel near AUS? If you're catching an early flight from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Frankfurt Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
If you're arriving on a late Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Frankfurt Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these hotels near FRA:
Go where the road takes you with a Frankfurt Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Wheego, Alamo or OK Mobility and discover more of Frankfurt and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Frankfurt Airport around three weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to central Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport is approximately 14 kilometres from the centre of Frankfurt. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 35 minutes.
When to fly to Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Frankfurt Airport. April is the most popular month to visit Frankfurt. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in January.
Book your flight from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Frankfurt Airport for July if you'd like to go to Frankfurt during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -4ºC (25ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Search for cheap tickets from AUS to FRA sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Germany
You've seen Frankfurt, now it's time to discover other parts of Germany. Travel around 418 kilometres north-east to Berlin to tick off its leading attractions. From Brandenburg Gate to Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Hamburg is another sought-after destination in Germany and is around 386 kilometres north of Frankfurt. No trip is complete without visiting Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.