Flying from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to London: what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Frankfurt Airport to London and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 35 minutes.
The timezone in London is UTC+0. The city is one hour behind Frankfurt, where Frankfurt Airport is located.
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is the busiest route. When searching for your flight, you can pick from 108 services a week between FRA and LHR.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your FRA to London flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a popular month like September? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Begin your travels at FRA and fly straight to London without any layovers. When booking a direct Frankfurt Airport to London ticket, these are your landing options:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
London Luton Airport (LTN)
These are some of the leading carriers offering direct flights from Frankfurt Airport to London:
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling and perhaps even tick a new city off your list. When searching for plane tickets from FRA to London, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Travelling from central Frankfurt to FRA takes about 20 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Booked an early flight from Frankfurt Airport to London? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near FRA:
Of the flights that depart from Frankfurt Airport, 74% land on schedule at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to London
R 1,311 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Frankfurt Airport to London flight. A return plane ticket right now is R 2,231. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Get cheap flights from FRA to London by booking six months ahead. According to our research, that's the best time for bagging a bargain.
Plan your trip for November. That's the best month for scoring an incredible deal on Frankfurt Airport to London tickets. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
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Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London takes around 45 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 24 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 25 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Frankfurt Airport to London, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near LHR:
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from London Heathrow Airport around one week before your flight from FRA to London.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Once your flight from Frankfurt Airport to London has hit the tarmac, you can reach the city centre in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car. Central London is roughly 48 kilometres from London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 1 hour 20 minutes.
There are some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near LGW. Settle in and get cosy after your FRA to London flight at one of these well-located options:
Snap up the best price by securing your ride from LGW three weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a greater selection of vehicles.
London Stansted Airport (STN)
London Stansted Airport (STN) is about 56 kilometres from central London. It'll take you about 1 hour 5 minutes to reach the city centre in a taxi or ride-share after your flight from Frankfurt Airport to London.
The journey will take you about 45 minutes on public transport.
Check in to a hotel near STN and get from baggage claim to your bed in a snap. Whether you have a late FRA to London flight or just want an easier arrival, these stays will have you settling in quickly:
If you're searching for a specific kind of vehicle, lock in your ride from STN around four weeks before your flight from Frankfurt Airport to London. This improves your chances of getting the car you want, along with a better deal.
Best time to go to London
January is the quietest month for flights from Frankfurt Airport to London, while July is the most popular. Find the best time to go to London based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book a Frankfurt Airport to London plane ticket with a departure in July to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from FRA to London around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about London
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in London right here. Check out these hotels after locking in your flight from Frankfurt Airport to London:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Westminster Abbey, The British Museum and Big Ben are must-visits when exploring London.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Manchester is just one of the many places in the United Kingdom waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of London. Around 257 kilometres away to the northwest, its top attractions include Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry.
Birmingham is another must-experience destination in the United Kingdom and is around 161 kilometres northwest of London. No journey is complete without seeing Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience.