Travelling from London to Frankfurt: what you need to know
You can choose from a number of airports when organising your flight from London to Frankfurt. Check out your options for departing London from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), London Gatwick Airport (LGW) or Stansted Airport (STN). London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) also service London.
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) and Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN) are Frankfurt's major gateways.
Around 1 hour 25 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct London to Frankfurt flight.
Frankfurt's timezone is UTC+1, making Frankfurt one hour ahead of London.
The most popular route for flights from London to Frankfurt is from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA). There are 108 services every week between these two airports. If you want to set off at the first opportunity, the earliest flight from LHR to FRA is the 06:30 Lufthansa option. If you have other commitments or plans on your day of travel, the final departure is at 20:00 with British Airways.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to board your London to Frankfurt flight.
Flying during a popular month like July? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Frankfurt
Lock in cheap London to Frankfurt flights by booking seven months ahead. According to our research, that's the ideal time frame for landing a bargain.
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Flying from London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
If you're searching for a direct flight from London to Frankfurt, you can leave from London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Travel from LHR to Frankfurt Airport (FRA) in one seamless trip.
Be on the lookout for promotions with Lufthansa. This airline offers direct London to Frankfurt plane tickets out of LHR.
We make it a cinch to find a London to Frankfurt flight with a stopover. To see the options departing from London Heathrow Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers include:
Manchester Airport (MAN)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)
Located around 26 kilometres from central London, LHR can be reached in about 55 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 1 hour.
Want a convenient hotel near London Heathrow Airport? If you've booked an early flight from London to Frankfurt, these stays will put you nice and close to your departure gate:
68.18% of flights that depart London Heathrow Airport reach their destination on time.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
You can take a nonstop flight from London to Frankfurt out of London Gatwick Airport (LGW). Start your journey at LGW and hop off the plane at Frankfurt Airport (FRA).
From LGW, you can book a direct London to Frankfurt plane ticket with Lufthansa.
Visit friends or family or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your London to Frankfurt flight, check out these options when heading out from London Gatwick Airport:
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
On public transport, you can travel from central London to LGW in around 30 minutes. The terminal is roughly 40 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 1 hour 20 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your flight from London to Frankfurt? Relax in a hotel near London Gatwick Airport before your trip officially starts. Consider one of these stays:
London Gatwick Airport has an on-time performance of 69.26%. This figure provides insight into how often flights that depart from this airport reach their destination on time.
Stansted Airport (STN)
Nonstop flights from London to Frankfurt are offered by Stansted Airport (STN). Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN) will be your arrival point.
Get on board with Ryanair. It offers direct London to Frankfurt plane tickets from STN.
Lock in a ticket from London to Frankfurt departing from Stansted Airport (STN) with a stop or two. Some popular stopovers between STN and Frankfurt are:
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)
Porto Airport (OPO)
The trip to STN from the centre of London is around 1 hour 25 minutes by public transport. If you prefer to travel by car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour to cover the 48 kilometres or so.
Make catching an early London to Frankfurt flight the easiest part of your journey. Stay at one of these accommodation options close to Stansted Airport and get to the check-in counter feeling relaxed and unhurried:
The on-time performance record of STN is 64.73%. To put it simply, that's how often flights that depart this airport arrive at their destination as planned.
Arriving in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is approximately 11 kilometres from the centre of Frankfurt. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 20 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel close to FRA if you're coming in on a late flight from London to Frankfurt. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Frankfurt Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Wheego, Alamo or OK Mobility and see more of Frankfurt and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Frankfurt Airport about three weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN) is about 105 kilometres from central Frankfurt. Once you've hopped off your flight from London to Frankfurt, it'll take you approximately 1 hour 30 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
The journey will take approximately 2 hours 40 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some great places to lay your head close to HHN. Settle in and get cosy after your London to Frankfurt flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Flex To Go, Alamo and Keddy By Europcar make collecting a Frankfurt - Hahn Airport rental car simple. These trusted providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.
Avoid paying extra. Reserving your ride four weeks before your arrival at HHN will save you money.
Best time to go to Frankfurt
January is the quietest month for flights from London to Frankfurt, while April is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Frankfurt based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Before locking in your London to Frankfurt tickets, consider what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Frankfurt, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from London to Frankfurt in January when temperatures average between -4ºC (25ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF).
More about Frankfurt
After booking your flight from London to Frankfurt, decide where you'll be dropping your bags. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Frankfurt:
Palmengarten and Goethe House are a couple of leading attractions to add to your Frankfurt travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Frankfurt Cathedral.
Explore more of Germany
Berlin is just one of the many places in Germany waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Frankfurt. Around 418 kilometres to the north-east, check out popular attractions including Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
Hamburg is another sought-after destination in Germany and is around 386 kilometres north of Frankfurt. No journey is complete without experiencing Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.