Travelling from Dalaman Airport (DLM) to Frankfurt: what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Dalaman Airport to Frankfurt is 3 hours 20 minutes.
Dalaman Airport is located in Dalaman. Following the UTC+1 timezone, Frankfurt is two hours behind Dalaman.
Dalaman Airport (DLM) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is the most traveled route, with three departures a week to choose from. If you have things to do before heading off, the last flight from DLM to FRA is with TUIfly at 20:55. Go for the first departure operated by SunExpress at 04:30 if you want to get on your way earlier.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably board your DLM to Frankfurt flight.
Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're jetting off during high season, so allow some extra breathing room. A good general rule for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Direct Dalaman Airport to Frankfurt tickets are available for booking. Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is where you'll complete your journey.
Book your favourite seat with SunExpress. This popular airline offers direct flights from Dalaman Airport to Frankfurt.
We make it easy to book flight tickets from DLM to Frankfurt with a stopover. To see all the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
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To get to DLM from central Dalaman, it takes about 5 minutes if you're going by car. It's roughly 5 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Want a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near DLM. Whether you're taking an early flight from Dalaman Airport to Frankfurt or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are worth a look:
81.03% of flights departing from Dalaman Airport reach their destination as planned. With its reliable on-time performance, delays are unlikely when setting off from DLM.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dalaman Airport (DLM) to Frankfurt
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Dalaman Airport to Frankfurt flight is R 809. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 2,915. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book one month before travelling. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from DLM to Frankfurt.
Organise your trip for May. That's the best month for scoring an awesome deal on Dalaman Airport to Frankfurt tickets. If you're open to different travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to access the lowest price across each month.
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Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to central Frankfurt takes around 20 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 14 kilometres away.
Getting there by public transport typically takes 35 minutes.
Look into staying at a hotel close to FRA if you have a late flight from Dalaman Airport to Frankfurt. Check in to one of these options and make arrival day easier:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Frankfurt Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Wheego, Alamo or OK Mobility to explore Frankfurt and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Frankfurt Airport about three weeks before your flight from DLM to Frankfurt can help you get the best possible rate.
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
After your flight from Dalaman Airport to Frankfurt has landed, 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).
You can expect the trip to take roughly 2 hours 40 minutes on public transport.
There are some great places to rest your head close to HHN. Kick back and get cosy after your DLM to Frankfurt flight at one of these well-located options:
Flex To Go, Alamo and Keddy By Europcar make collecting a Frankfurt - Hahn Airport rental car quick and easy. These trusted companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.
Avoid potential price surges. Reserving your ride four weeks ahead of your arrival at HHN will help you save.
Best time to go to Frankfurt
Plan your trip to Frankfurt during peak season if you prefer a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Dalaman Airport to Frankfurt in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
Before locking in your Dalaman Airport to Frankfurt flight ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Frankfurt, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -4ºC (25ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from DLM to Frankfurt around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Frankfurt
After booking your flight from Dalaman Airport to Frankfurt, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Frankfurt:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Goethe House, Palmengarten and Frankfurt Cathedral are major attractions which should feature on any well-planned Frankfurt itinerary.
Explore more of Germany
Frankfurt has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Germany you'll want to see. Around 418 kilometres north-east of Frankfurt, a trip to Berlin will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
If you're eager to discover another corner of Germany, consider Hamburg, roughly 386 kilometres north of Frankfurt. Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg are among its highlights.