Travelling from Frankfurt to Damascus International Airport (DAM): What you need to know
Damascus is two hours ahead of Frankfurt. Damascus International Airport is located in Damascus, which is in the UTC+3 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Get to the airport on time to catch your flight from Frankfurt to DAM.
During popular months like September, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during high season in general.
Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Located around 11 kilometres from central Frankfurt, FRA can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 20 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Frankfurt to Damascus International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to Frankfurt Airport:
74% of flights departing from Frankfurt Airport land at their destination on time.
Frankfurt Hahn Airport (HHN)
You can arrive at HHN from the centre of Frankfurt in about 1 hour 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport will take roughly 2 hours 10 minutes to travel the 121 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your Frankfurt to DAM flight? Relax in a hotel near Frankfurt Hahn Airport before your break officially begins. These stays are calling your name:
Frankfurt Hahn Airport has a solid reputation for punctual service. 82% of flights leaving here arrive right when they're supposed to.
Getting from Damascus International Airport (DAM) to central Damascus
From Damascus International Airport, central Damascus is around 31 kilometres away. It takes about 40 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Damascus International Airport (DAM)
R 3,114 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Frankfurt to Damascus International Airport. A return flight starts from R 6,530. These fares can change depending on availability.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Frankfurt to DAM if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across the month when searching for your Frankfurt to Damascus International Airport ticket.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a better deal on plane tickets from Frankfurt to DAM.
Save on your flight from Frankfurt to Damascus International Airport by using filters. Select your preferred times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Frankfurt to Damascus International Airport (DAM)
January is when most people book flights from Frankfurt to Damascus International Airport (DAM). Visit Damascus in December if you'd rather avoid peak season.
Book a Frankfurt to DAM plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Damascus to range from 18ºC (64ºF) to 39ºC (102ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Frankfurt to Damascus International Airport in January when temperatures are between 1ºC (34ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF).
More about Damascus
After booking your flight from Frankfurt to Damascus International Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Damascus:
There are loads of terrific things to do in Damascus when you're ready to sightsee. Kick off your itinerary at Al Fateh Mosque followed by Franciscan Church and Umayyad Mosque.
Explore more of Syria
You've seen Damascus, now it's time to explore other corners of Syria. Travel about 145 kilometres north to Homs to check off its top sights. From Citadel of Homs to Khalid ibn Al-Walid Mosque and Al Jilani Mosque, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Latakia is another essential stop in Syria and is around 241 kilometres north of Damascus. No journey is complete without experiencing Mosque of the Caliphs, Salah el-Din Citadel and Batrla Mosque.