Flying from Frankfurt to Santorini International Airport (JTR): what you need to know
Start your travel planning by considering the departure point for your flight from Frankfurt to Santorini International Airport (JTR). Frankfurt Airport (FRA) and Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN) are the two main airports in Frankfurt.
3 hours is the average duration of a direct flight from Frankfurt to Santorini International Airport.
Santorini (Thira) is 1 hour ahead of Frankfurt. Santorini International Airport is located in Santorini (Thira), which operates on the UTC+2 timezone.
The busiest route is from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Santorini International Airport (JTR), with 4 direct weekly services. If you'd like to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from FRA to JTR is the 11:50 Discover Airlines service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the final departure is at 15:20 with Discover Airlines.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your flight from Frankfurt to JTR.
Head to the airport even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international journeys. After checking in, you can use any extra time to relax or grab something to eat.
Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Get to your destination in one go from Frankfurt Airport (FRA). Direct flights from Frankfurt to Santorini International Airport (JTR) operate from here.
You'll find a direct flight from Frankfurt to Santorini International Airport with Discover Airlines. This top airline operates services from FRA.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip — and possibly even explore another city. When browsing flights from Frankfurt to JTR departing from Frankfurt Airport (FRA), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some options to consider:
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE)
J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice Airport (KRK)
FRA is about 14 kilometres from the centre of Frankfurt. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This handy travel app will give you the fastest route and your public transport options.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to Frankfurt Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Frankfurt to Santorini International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
Want other options for a direct flight from Frankfurt to Santorini International Airport (JTR)? Browse the fares departing from Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN).
Discover Airlines offers direct flights from Frankfurt to JTR out of HHN. Book your favourite aisle (or window) seat and reach your destination in a single hop.
Visit family or friends or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Frankfurt to Santorini International Airport, browse these options when leaving from Frankfurt - Hahn Airport:
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
HHN is around 121 kilometres from central Frankfurt. It'll take 1 hour and 32 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 2 hours and 40 minutes.
It's your holiday, so why not extend it with an extra night away? Think about kicking back in one of these hotels near Frankfurt - Hahn Airport the day before your flight from Frankfurt to JTR:
About Santorini International Airport (JTR)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Frankfurt to Santorini International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near JTR:
Getting from Santorini International Airport (JTR) to central Santorini (Thira)
Santorini International Airport is approximately 5 kilometres from central Santorini (Thira). With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is around 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Santorini International Airport (JTR)
For a one-way ticket from Frankfurt to Santorini International Airport, R 1,433 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return flight from just R 3,225. These are currently the lowest fares but could change depending on availability.
Book 11 months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from Frankfurt to JTR.
You'll snag the best savings on your tickets from Frankfurt to Santorini International Airport if you plan your break for August. Go one step further and use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest day to fly out.
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The best time to fly from Frankfurt to Santorini International Airport (JTR)
July is the most popular month for flights from Frankfurt to Santorini International Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Santorini (Thira) in February when things are quieter.
Lock in your flight from Frankfurt to JTR for August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Santorini (Thira) to range from 23ºC to 27ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Frankfurt to Santorini International Airport in January when temperatures average between 10ºC and 16ºC.
More about Santorini (Thira)
Once you've booked your flight from Frankfurt to Santorini International Airport, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Santorini (Thira):
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Fira, Santorini caldera and View point on Red Beach are must-visits when exploring Santorini (Thira).
Complete your Santorini (Thira) trip with a car rental
After you've locked in your hotel and cheap flight from Frankfurt to Santorini International Airport, the next step is choosing one of our car rentals in Santorini (Thira). Check out the offers and instantly compare your options on price, pick-up convenience, fuel policies, and more.