Travelling from Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE) to Frankfurt: what you need to know
Cleveland Hopkins International Airport is located in Cleveland. Based in the UTC+1 timezone, Frankfurt is five hours ahead of Cleveland.
Allow plenty of time to get on your CLE to Frankfurt flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Delays at check-in and security are likely if you're flying during high season, so allow some extra breathing room. A good general rule for peak times? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially land a cheaper flight ticket from CLE to Frankfurt. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Give yourself a breather (and maybe even a better deal) by stopping at one of these airports:
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
CLE is about 16 kilometres from central Cleveland. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Cleveland Hopkins International Airport to Frankfurt? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near CLE:
76.58% of flights taking off from Cleveland Hopkins International Airport land at their destination on time.
CLE's address is 5300 Riverside Drive.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE) to Frankfurt
The best price we've found for a one-way Cleveland Hopkins International Airport to Frankfurt flight is R 4,970. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 9,598. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from CLE to Frankfurt if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
Landing cheap tickets from Cleveland Hopkins International Airport to Frankfurt is easier if you're flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to get the lowest prices across the month and snap up an epic deal.
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Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to the centre of Frankfurt takes around 20 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 14 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes around 35 minutes.
Look into staying at a hotel close to FRA if you have a late flight from Cleveland Hopkins International Airport to Frankfurt. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up a Frankfurt Airport rental car and discover Frankfurt and beyond with your own set of wheels. Wheego, Alamo and OK Mobility are popular providers you can book with here.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Frankfurt Airport about three weeks in advance of your flight from CLE to Frankfurt.
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
After your flight from Cleveland Hopkins International Airport to Frankfurt has arrived, you can make your way to the city centre in around 1 hour 30 minutes by car. Central Frankfurt is roughly 121 kilometres from Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN).
Travelling by public transport will take about 2 hours 40 minutes.
There are some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near HHN. Kick back and get cosy after your CLE to Frankfurt flight at one of these well-located options:
The fastest way to reach your destination is with a Frankfurt - Hahn Airport rental car. Collect a set of wheels from Flex To Go, Alamo or Keddy By Europcar and get going in the blink of an eye.
Don't pay more than you need to. Booking your ride four weeks before your arrival at HHN can help you lock in a better rate.
Best time to go to Frankfurt
Travel to Frankfurt during high season if you like a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Cleveland Hopkins International Airport to Frankfurt in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
Before locking in your Cleveland Hopkins International Airport to Frankfurt flight ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Frankfurt, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CLE to Frankfurt in January when temperatures average between -4ºC (25ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF).
More about Frankfurt
Once you've booked your flight from Cleveland Hopkins International Airport to Frankfurt, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Frankfurt:
Goethe House and Palmengarten are just the start of the popular attractions to put on your Frankfurt to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Frankfurt Cathedral.
Explore more of Germany
Frankfurt has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Germany waiting to be discovered. About 418 kilometres north-east of Frankfurt, a visit to Berlin will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
If you want to check out another major stop in Germany, consider Hamburg, roughly 386 kilometres north of Frankfurt. Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg are among the biggest draws.
