Flying from Frankfurt to Nuremberg Airport (NUE): What you need to know
Frankfurt's main airport is Frankfurt Airport (FRA). Explore your options for leaving from here when searching for flights from Frankfurt to Nuremberg Airport (NUE).
Take off on a direct Frankfurt to Nuremberg Airport flight and you'll be in the air for an average of 45 minutes.
Frankfurt and Nuremberg (where Nuremberg Airport is located) share the UTC+1 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch on arrival.
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Nuremberg Airport (NUE) is the most popular route. There are 33 direct flights a week to pick from. If you have plans before you fly, take the last flight with Lufthansa at 10:15pm. Opt for the first FRA to NUE departure with Lufthansa at 6:40am if you want to get going earlier.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your flight from Frankfurt to NUE.
In peak travel periods, allow for extended wait times and show up earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) makes it easy to travel directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Frankfurt to Nuremberg Airport (NUE) can be booked from this terminal.
Lufthansa is a leading airline that operates direct flights from Frankfurt to Nuremberg Airport leaving from FRA.
The majority of travellers prefer to fly with Lufthansa between FRA and NUE.
Lufthansa is the most punctual carrier on this route, with 67.98% of its services reaching their destination on time.
FRA is about 14 kilometres from central Frankfurt. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 35 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Frankfurt to Nuremberg Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get a little more snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to Frankfurt Airport:
When it comes to Frankfurt Airport's on-time performance, 67.47% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
You can get to HHN from central Frankfurt in approximately 1 hour 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride by public transport will take roughly 2 hours 40 minutes to cover the 121 kilometres or so.
Catching an early morning flight? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Frankfurt - Hahn Airport the day before your Frankfurt to NUE flight:
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport has an on-time performance rate of 53.13%. This figure gives an insight into how frequently flights departing from this airport land on time.
About Nuremberg Airport (NUE)
Have a late flight from Frankfurt to Nuremberg Airport? Don't let it hijack your sleep schedule. Stay at one of these hotels near NUE and shut your eyes sooner:
Follow your own route with a Nuremberg Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Flex To Go, Alamo or Enterprise and discover more of Nuremberg and beyond.
Booking your ride around two weeks in advance of your Frankfurt to Nuremberg Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Nuremberg Airport (NUE) to central Nuremberg
Central Nuremberg is about 5 kilometres from Nuremberg Airport. Journey times by car hire or cab will vary based on traffic conditions, so do some research before your trip.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 2 hours.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Nuremberg Airport (NUE)
R 1,320 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Frankfurt to Nuremberg Airport. A return flight starts at R 2,856. These fares can change depending on availability.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Frankfurt to NUE. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
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The best time to fly from Frankfurt to Nuremberg Airport (NUE)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from Frankfurt to Nuremberg Airport (NUE). August is when most people travel to Nuremberg. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, think about going in April.
The warmest month in Nuremberg is July, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Book your Frankfurt to NUE plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
January has temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Frankfurt to Nuremberg Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Nuremberg
Once you've booked your flight from Frankfurt to Nuremberg Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Nuremberg:
Christkindlesmarkt and Church of Our Lady (Frauenkirche) are just the start of the popular attractions to put on your Nuremberg itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Altstadt.
Explore more of Germany
You've visited Nuremberg, now it's time to explore other parts of Germany. Journey around 153 kilometres south to Munich to tick off its must-visit sights. From Münchner Oktoberfest to Marienplatz and Theresienwiese, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you want to check out another major destination in Germany, consider Stuttgart, roughly 161 kilometres south-west of Nuremberg. Porsche Museum, Mercedes-Benz Museum and Marienplatz are among its highlights.