Flying from Frankfurt to London Heathrow Airport (LHR): What you need to know
There are a couple of airports to choose from in Frankfurt. Check out your options departing from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) or Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN) when organising your flight from Frankfurt to London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
Around 1 hour 45 minutes is how long you'll be in the air on a direct Frankfurt to London Heathrow Airport flight.
London Heathrow Airport is located in London. The city runs on the UTC+0 timezone and is one hour behind Frankfurt.
The most popular route is from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR), with 108 direct services every week. If you'd rather get moving right away, the earliest flight from FRA to LHR is the 6:10am British Airways option. If you prefer travelling later, the last departure is at 9:30pm with Lufthansa.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Frankfurt to LHR. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to skip the mad dash to your gate.
High season means busier airports, so aim to get there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to stay on schedule.
Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Get to your destination in one go from Frankfurt Airport (FRA). Nonstop flights from Frankfurt to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) operate from here.
You'll find a direct flight from Frankfurt to London Heathrow Airport with Lufthansa. This popular airline offers services from FRA.
Most travellers prefer to fly with Lufthansa between FRA and LHR.
Lufthansa is the top performer for punctuality on this route.
FRA is around 14 kilometres from central Frankfurt. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 35 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near Frankfurt Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Frankfurt to London Heathrow Airport, these stays will put you conveniently close to check-in:
Of the flights that depart from Frankfurt Airport, 67.47% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
Knock a new city off your list or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Frankfurt to London Heathrow Airport, browse these options when leaving from Frankfurt - Hahn Airport:
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI)
Manchester Airport (MAN)
You can arrive at HHN from the centre of Frankfurt in about 1 hour 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 2 hours 40 minutes to travel the 121 kilometres or so.
Catching the earliest flight? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Frankfurt - Hahn Airport the day before your Frankfurt to LHR flight:
53.13% of all departures from Frankfurt - Hahn Airport meet their expected arrival time.
About London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Reserve a hotel near LHR if you have a late flight from Frankfurt to London Heathrow Airport. Select one of these options and call it a night faster:
Pick up a London Heathrow Airport rental car and explore London and beyond with your own wheels. Surprice, U-Save and Green Motion are top providers you can book with here.
For the best deal, book your ride around one week in advance of your Frankfurt to London Heathrow Airport flight.
Getting from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London
London Heathrow Airport is about 26 kilometres from central London. How long it takes to get to the centre by cab or car hire will depend on the time of day. Do some research before your trip.
It typically takes 1 hour if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Frankfurt to London Heathrow Airport is R 1,382. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 2,998. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
Book six months before your departure date. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Frankfurt to LHR.
The best month for scoring cheap Frankfurt to London Heathrow Airport tickets is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates that offer the biggest savings.
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The best time to fly from Frankfurt to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Think about the pace you're looking for when deciding your trip dates. February is the quietest month to go to London. July is when most people book flights from Frankfurt to London Heathrow Airport (LHR), which may be perfect if you're chasing more excitement.
When booking your Frankfurt to LHR plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in London, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
January has temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Frankfurt to London Heathrow Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about London
After booking your flight from Frankfurt to London Heathrow Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring London:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. The British Museum, Westminster Abbey and Big Ben are attractions you won't want to skip in London.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
London will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of the United Kingdom waiting to be discovered. About 153 kilometres north-west of London, a trip to Birmingham will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like The Windsor Castle, Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery and Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre.
Bristol is another favourite destination in the United Kingdom and is around 145 kilometres west of London. No journey is complete without dropping by Banksey, Banksy's You Don't Need Planning Permission to Build Castles in the Sky and Clifton Suspension Bridge.