Travelling from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Frankfurt: what you need to know
Around 8 hours 5 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Frankfurt.
Indira Gandhi International Airport is located in New Delhi. Based in the UTC+1 timezone, Frankfurt is four hours 30 minutes behind New Delhi.
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is the most traveled route, with 19 weekly departures to choose from. If you have things to do before heading off, the last flight from DEL to FRA is with Air India at 13:40. Choose the first departure with Lufthansa at 02:55 if you want to fly out earlier.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your DEL to Frankfurt flight.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Start your trip at DEL and travel straight to Frankfurt Airport (FRA). That's where you can expect to land when searching for Indira Gandhi International Airport to Frankfurt tickets.
Book your favourite seat with Air India. This airline operates direct flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Frankfurt.
We make it simple to book plane tickets from DEL to Frankfurt with a stopover. To see the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Located around 10 kilometres from the centre of New Delhi, DEL can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
In search of a hotel near DEL? If you've booked an early flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Frankfurt, these accommodation options put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
Of the departures from Indira Gandhi International Airport, 67.17% touch down on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Frankfurt
R 3,461 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Indira Gandhi International Airport to Frankfurt flight. A return ticket right now is R 7,634. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
Lock in cheap flights from DEL to Frankfurt by booking one month ahead. According to our research, that's the best time for picking up a bargain.
The best month for picking up cheap Indira Gandhi International Airport to Frankfurt tickets is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates offering the lowest fares.
You don't need to check back constantly to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know when there's an even bigger deal on cheap flights from DEL to Frankfurt.
Save money on your flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Frankfurt with the help of our filters. Select your preferred duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to the centre of Frankfurt takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 14 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you around 35 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Frankfurt. Stay at one of these accommodation options near FRA instead:
Pick up a Frankfurt Airport rental car and discover Frankfurt and beyond with your own set of wheels. Wheego, Alamo and OK Mobility are top providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle from Frankfurt Airport around three weeks before your flight from DEL to Frankfurt.
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
Once your flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Frankfurt has arrived, you can reach the city centre in around 1 hour 30 minutes by car. Central Frankfurt is roughly 121 kilometres from Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN).
Public transport will get you there in about 2 hours 40 minutes.
You'll find some great places to rest your head close to HHN. Unwind and get cosy after your DEL to Frankfurt flight at one of these well-located options:
Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or waiting in a long cab line. Pick up a Frankfurt - Hahn Airport rental car and go in any direction that inspires you. Compare rates and availability from Flex To Go, Alamo and Keddy By Europcar.
Get first dibs on the best options. Securing your ride from HHN four weeks in advance often means better prices and a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Frankfurt
Plan your trip to Frankfurt during peak season if you want a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Frankfurt during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
The warmest month in Frankfurt is July, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your Indira Gandhi International Airport to Frankfurt plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from DEL to Frankfurt in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -4ºC (25ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.
More about Frankfurt
Start your Frankfurt trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Frankfurt, browse our range of hotels including:
Goethe House and Palmengarten are just a couple of the top attractions to add to your Frankfurt itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Frankfurt Cathedral.
Explore more of Germany
You've visited Frankfurt, now it's time to discover other parts of Germany. Travel about 418 kilometres north-east to Berlin to check off its popular sights. From Brandenburg Gate to Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If there's time to check out another great destination in Germany, head for Hamburg, roughly 386 kilometres north of Frankfurt. Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg are the start of reasons to visit.







