Flying from Frankfurt to Stuttgart Airport (STR): What you need to know
Frankfurt's main airport is Frankfurt Airport (FRA). Explore your options for departing from this terminal when booking flights from Frankfurt to Stuttgart Airport (STR).
The average time for a direct Frankfurt to Stuttgart Airport flight is 40 minutes.
Stuttgart's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Frankfurt. Stuttgart Airport is located in Stuttgart.
The busiest route is from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Stuttgart Airport (STR), with 34 direct services every week. If you want to be on your way right away, the earliest flight from FRA to STR is the 6:40am Lufthansa option. If a later flight fits your day better, the final departure is at 10:10pm with Lufthansa.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your flight from Frankfurt to STR.
With more travellers during high season, plan to be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will help you deal with any delays.
Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) provides a hassle-free way to reach your destination. Nonstop flights from Frankfurt to Stuttgart Airport (STR) operate out of this terminal.
Lufthansa is a well-known carrier that offers direct flights from Frankfurt to Stuttgart Airport taking off from FRA.
Lufthansa is the airline with the highest number of bookings for flights from FRA to STR.
With 75.69% of its services arriving as planned, Lufthansa is the top on-time carrier on this route.
FRA is around 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. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 35 minutes.
Searching for a comfortable hotel near Frankfurt Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Frankfurt to Stuttgart Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Frankfurt Airport, 67.47% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
HHN is around 121 kilometres from central Frankfurt. It'll take 1 hour 30 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 2 hours 40 minutes.
Got an early start? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Frankfurt - Hahn Airport the day before your Frankfurt to STR flight:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Frankfurt - Hahn Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 53.13%.
About Stuttgart Airport (STR)
Have a late flight from Frankfurt to Stuttgart Airport? Don't let it stretch your travel day into tomorrow. Check in to one of these hotels near STR and hit the lights earlier:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Stuttgart Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Flex To Go, Alamo or Enterprise and explore beyond Stuttgart's usual tourist stops.
To get the lowest price, book your ride around one week in advance of your Frankfurt to Stuttgart Airport flight.
Getting from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to central Stuttgart
Stuttgart Airport to central Stuttgart is roughly 10 kilometres. If you're taking a cab or renting a car, plan ahead to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times vary depending on traffic and the time of day.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 55 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Stuttgart Airport (STR)
R 1,039 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Frankfurt to Stuttgart Airport. Return flights start at R 2,451. These prices can change based on availability.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Frankfurt to STR. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
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The best time to fly from Frankfurt to Stuttgart Airport (STR)
Think about the kind of experience you want when deciding your trip dates. February is the quietest month to visit Stuttgart. June is when most people book flights from Frankfurt to Stuttgart Airport (STR), which may be ideal if you're after more excitement.
Book a Frankfurt to STR plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Stuttgart to range from 10ºC (50ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
January sees temperatures of between -7ºC (19ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Frankfurt to Stuttgart Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Stuttgart
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Stuttgart right here. Check out these hotels after you've booked your flight from Frankfurt to Stuttgart Airport:
Porsche Museum and Mercedes-Benz Museum are a couple of major attractions to put on your Stuttgart travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Marienplatz.
Explore more of Germany
Munich is just one of the many cities in Germany waiting to be explored after you've experienced Stuttgart. Around 193 kilometres away to the east, its best attractions include Münchner Oktoberfest, Marienplatz and Theresienwiese.
Wiesbaden is another standout destination in Germany and is around 177 kilometres north-west of Stuttgart. No trip is complete without a visit to Holocaust Memorial, Das Badhaus Health, SPA & Wellness and Rheinsteig | Start- & Zielpunkt Wiesbaden.
