Flying from Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) to Frankfurt: what you need to know
The timezone in Frankfurt is UTC+1. The city is five hours ahead of Jacksonville, where Jacksonville International Airport is located.
For a relaxed start to your JAX to Frankfurt flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Delays at check-in and security are likely if you're flying during high season, so allow a little extra breathing room. A good general rule for peak periods? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and possibly even tick off a new city. When searching for flight tickets from JAX to Frankfurt, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
The journey from central Jacksonville to JAX takes about 1 hour 20 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Jacksonville International Airport to Frankfurt? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to JAX:
Jacksonville International Airport scores top marks for on-time performance. 80.42% of flights that take off from JAX reach their destination without delay.
JAX is located at 2400 Yankee Clipper Drive.
How to find the cheapest flights from Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) to Frankfurt
The best price we've found for a one-way Jacksonville International Airport to Frankfurt flight is $601. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,057. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to securing a cheap flight from JAX to Frankfurt. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Jacksonville International Airport to Frankfurt across the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
There's no need to keep checking in to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know when there's an extra saving on cheap flights from JAX to Frankfurt.
Snag an affordable flight from Jacksonville International Airport to Frankfurt with the help of our filters. Choose your preferred duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
The distance from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to central Frankfurt is roughly 14 kilometres. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes around 35 minutes.
Book a hotel near FRA if you have a late flight from Jacksonville International Airport to Frankfurt. Select one of these options and make your first night all about rest:
Travel at your own speed with a Frankfurt Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Wheego, Alamo or OK Mobility and find adventure across Frankfurt and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Frankfurt Airport about three weeks in advance of your flight from JAX to Frankfurt.
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
Central Frankfurt is located around 121 kilometres from Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN). Once your flight from Jacksonville International Airport to Frankfurt has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 2 hours 40 minutes.
After stepping off your JAX to Frankfurt flight, rest your head at a hotel near HHN. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or long cab queues. Pick up a Frankfurt - Hahn Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Compare availability and rates from Flex To Go, Alamo and Keddy By Europcar.
Call dibs on the best options. Securing your ride from HHN four weeks in advance often means better deals and a wider range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Frankfurt
Before scheduling your flights from Jacksonville International Airport to Frankfurt, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in Frankfurt offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty to do, while low season brings cheaper hotel deals and fewer crowds.
The warmest month in Frankfurt is July, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your Jacksonville International Airport to Frankfurt flight ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from JAX to Frankfurt in January when temperatures average between -4ºC (25ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF).
More about Frankfurt
Start your Frankfurt trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Jacksonville International Airport to Frankfurt, browse our range of accommodation options including:
Goethe House and Palmengarten are a couple of major attractions to put on your Frankfurt must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Frankfurt Cathedral.
Explore more of Germany
Frankfurt has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Germany you should also see. About 418 kilometres north-east of Frankfurt, a trip to Berlin will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
Hamburg is another standout destination in Germany and is around 386 kilometres north of Frankfurt. No journey is complete without seeing Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.
