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New York.$553 per passenger.Departing Tue, 7 Oct, returning Sat, 18 Oct.Return flight with SWISS.Outbound indirect flight with SWISS, departs from Frankfurt am Main on Tue, 7 Oct, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Inbound indirect flight with SWISS, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sat, 18 Oct, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From $553, select.
New York.$608 per passenger.Departing Mon, 10 Nov, returning Sun, 16 Nov.Return flight with easyJet and Norse Atlantic Airways.Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Frankfurt am Main on Mon, 10 Nov, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Inbound indirect flight with Norse Atlantic Airways, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sun, 16 Nov, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From $608, select.
New York.$624 per passenger.Departing Wed, 17 Sep, returning Fri, 3 Oct.Return flight with Air Europa.Outbound indirect flight with Air Europa, departs from Frankfurt am Main on Wed, 17 Sep, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Inbound indirect flight with Air Europa, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Fri, 3 Oct, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From $624, select.
New York.$624 per passenger.Departing Thu, 11 Sep, returning Sun, 28 Sep.Return flight with Air Europa.Outbound indirect flight with Air Europa, departs from Frankfurt am Main on Thu, 11 Sep, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Inbound indirect flight with Air Europa, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sun, 28 Sep, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From $624, select.
New York.$646 per passenger.Departing Fri, 31 Oct, returning Thu, 6 Nov.Return flight with SKY express and Norse Atlantic Airways.Outbound indirect flight with SKY express, departs from Frankfurt am Main on Fri, 31 Oct, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Inbound indirect flight with Norse Atlantic Airways, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Thu, 6 Nov, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From $646, select.
New York.$650 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Mar, returning Tue, 17 Mar.Return flight with Austrian Airlines and Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Austrian Airlines, departs from Frankfurt am Main on Tue, 10 Mar, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from New York Newark on Tue, 17 Mar, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From $650, select.
New York.$655 per passenger.Departing Fri, 19 Jun, returning Tue, 23 Jun.Return flight with SWISS.Outbound indirect flight with SWISS, departs from Frankfurt am Main on Fri, 19 Jun, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Inbound indirect flight with SWISS, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Tue, 23 Jun, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From $655, select.
New York.$665 per passenger.Departing Fri, 23 Jan, returning Mon, 26 Jan.Return flight with Scandinavian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Frankfurt am Main on Fri, 23 Jan, arriving in New York Newark.Inbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from New York Newark on Mon, 26 Jan, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From $665, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Frankfurt am Main to New York

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Frankfurt am Main to New York flights are currently cheapest in October.
Jul
from $842
Aug
from $706
Sep
from $624
Oct
from $553
Nov
from $608
Dec
from $673
Jan
from $665
Feb
from $669
Mar
from $650
Apr
from $706
May
from $706
Jun
from $655

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Frankfurt to New York: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$553
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time8 hrs, 50 mins
Most popular airlineLufthansa
Average flights per week356

Finding cheap flights from Frankfurt am Main to New York: Frequently asked questions

There are 6 airports in New York: New York LaGuardia, New York Newark, New York John F. Kennedy, Westchester County, Islip, and Stewart International.
The best price we found for a return flight from Frankfurt am Main to New York is $553. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
8 hours and 50 minutes is the average flight time from Frankfurt am Main to New York.
Lufthansa, United and Brussels Airlines fly direct from Frankfurt am Main to New York.
As of July 2025, there are 366 flights per week flying from Frankfurt am Main to New York.
The cheapest month to fly from Frankfurt am Main to New York is usually October.
If you're flying from Frankfurt am Main Airport, the cheapest airport near New York is New York John F. Kennedy – which is 20.9 km away from the centre of New York. We've found flights into this airport from $553.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Frankfurt am Main Airport to New York on Tuesday, 7 October 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 8 hours and 49 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to New York but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to New York is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In July, the average temperature is usually around 23°C. July is typically the warmest month in New York, when it usually averages around 27°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -4°C. The rainiest month is August.
Currently, SWISS and Lufthansa offer the cheapest flight tickets to New York.

Travelling from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to New York: what you need to know

  • Approximately 7 hours 45 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Frankfurt Airport to New York.

  • The timezone in New York is UTC-4. The city is five hours behind Frankfurt, where Frankfurt Airport is located.

  • Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is the most traveled route, with 31 departures a week to pick from. If you prefer starting your day later, the last flight from FRA to JFK is with Lufthansa at 17:15. Go for the first departure with Singapore Airlines at 08:20 if you want to fly out earlier.

  • To avoid rushing for your FRA to New York flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

  • If you're flying during a bank holiday or another peak period, give yourself more time. A good rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.

  • Start your journey at FRA and travel straight to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). That's where you can expect to touch down when searching for Frankfurt Airport to New York tickets.

  • A good selection of airlines offer direct flights from Frankfurt Airport to New York. The most well-known include:

  • A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and maybe even explore another city. When searching for flight tickets from FRA to New York, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

  • The journey from central Frankfurt to FRA takes about 35 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Looking for a hotel near FRA? If you're catching an early flight from Frankfurt Airport to New York, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Frankfurt Airport, data shows 67.47% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.

How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to New York

  • $345 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Frankfurt Airport to New York flight. A return ticket right now is $553. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.

  • To pick up cheap flights from FRA to New York, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights first go on sale.

  • If you have flexibility with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when looking for your Frankfurt Airport to New York ticket.

  • Never miss a deal on cheap flights from FRA to New York by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.

  • Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Frankfurt Airport to New York by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest.'

Airports in New York

John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

  • The distance from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to central New York is roughly 48 kilometres. It'll take you about 50 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 20 minutes.

  • If you're coming in on a late flight from Frankfurt Airport to New York, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near JFK:

  • Pick up a John F. Kennedy International Airport rental car and explore New York and beyond with your own set of wheels. Budget, Dollar and Sixt are popular outlets to choose from here.

  • To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from John F. Kennedy International Airport about two weeks ahead of your flight from FRA to New York.

  • The street address for JFK is JFK Airport.

Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

  • After your flight from Frankfurt Airport to New York has landed, you can make your way to the city centre in about 30 minutes by car. Central New York is roughly 24 kilometres from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR).

  • If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll reach the centre in 1 hour 10 minutes or so.

  • You'll find some comfortable places to park your luggage (and yourself) near EWR. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your FRA to New York flight at one of these well-located options:

  • Forget about public transport timetables or long cab queues. Grab a Newark Liberty International Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Compare rates and availability from Dollar, Budget and Thrifty.

  • Snap up the best price by securing your ride from EWR three weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a greater range of vehicles.

  • The address for Newark Liberty International Airport is Building 1, Conrad Road.

LaGuardia Airport (LGA)

  • Set your sights on the city centre after your flight from Frankfurt Airport to New York has landed. Central New York is around 18 kilometres from LaGuardia Airport (LGA) and takes roughly 25 minutes to reach by cab or ride-share.

  • Public transport can get you there in roughly 1 hour.

  • Check in to a hotel near LGA and go from landing to lounging in your room in a flash. Whether you're coming in on a late FRA to New York flight or just want a hassle-free arrival, these accommodation options bring comfort closer to you:

  • Whether you're after a budget-friendly compact for a solo adventure or an SUV to fit a group of friends, you'll find the ideal LaGuardia Airport rental car for your needs. Browse the types of wheels available here from companies such as Dollar, Ace Rent a Car and Thrifty.

  • If you're looking for a vehicle with specific features, book your ride from LGA around two weeks ahead of your flight from Frankfurt Airport to New York. This improves your chances of getting the car you prefer, along with a better deal.

  • LaGuardia Airport can be found at Hangar 7 Centre.

Best time to go to New York

  • Before booking your flights from Frankfurt Airport to New York, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in New York offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while low season means you'll get cheaper hotel rates and smaller crowds.

  • Book a Frankfurt Airport to New York flight ticket with a departure in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 18ºC (64ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from FRA to New York in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.

More about New York

  • When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in New York right here. Check out these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Frankfurt Airport to New York:

  • Central Park and Statue of Liberty are a couple of popular attractions to put on your New York to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Empire State Building.

Explore more of United States

  • New York has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of United States you should also see. About 129 kilometres south-west of New York, a trip to Philadelphia will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art.

  • If you want to check out another well-known destination in United States, consider Boston, roughly 306 kilometres north-east of New York. Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum are key highlights.

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