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Cheapest dealR 2,342
Cheapest monthJanuary
Average flight duration1 hour and 10 minutes
Most popular airlineLufthansa

Find the cheapest month to fly from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main flights are currently cheapest in December.

Direct flights from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main

Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Hamburg to Frankfurt below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Frankfurt am Main.

Finding cheap flights from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main is R 2,342. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 10 minutes is the average flight time from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main.
Lufthansa, United and Croatia Airlines fly direct from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main.
As of November 2025, there are 431 flights per week flying from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main.
The cheapest month to fly from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main is usually January.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main Airport on Thursday, 8 January 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 10 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Frankfurt am Main but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Frankfurt is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to Frankfurt am Main is Condor .

Travelling from Hamburg to Frankfurt Airport (FRA): What you need to know

  • Your trip gets off the ground at Hamburg's main airport, Hamburg Airport (HAM). Check out the options for catching a flight from Hamburg to Frankfurt Airport (FRA) departing from this terminal.

  • Around 1 hour 10 minutes is the typical travel time on a direct Hamburg to Frankfurt Airport flight.

  • Hamburg and Frankfurt (where Frankfurt Airport is located) share the UTC+1 timezone. That means you won't need to change your watch when you arrive.

  • The busiest route is from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA), with 102 direct services every week. If you're looking to take off without delay, the earliest flight from HAM to FRA is the 6am Lufthansa option. If you prefer travelling later, the last departure is at 8pm with Lufthansa.

  • Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Hamburg to FRA. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.

  • If you're travelling during a major holiday or other peak period, give yourself extra time. Arrive two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.

Airports in Hamburg

Hamburg Airport (HAM)

  • Hamburg Airport (HAM) is a convenient option for travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Hamburg to Frankfurt Airport (FRA) take off from this terminal.

  • You'll find a direct flight from Hamburg to Frankfurt Airport with Lufthansa. This top airline operates departures from HAM.

  • Most passengers choose to fly with Lufthansa between HAM and FRA.

  • Lufthansa ranks highest for on-time performance. A dependable 80.97% of its departures on this route arrive as scheduled.

  • Located around 11 kilometres from the centre of Hamburg, HAM can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.

  • In search of a comfortable hotel near Hamburg Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Hamburg to Frankfurt Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:

  • 75.01% of flights departing from Hamburg Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.

Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC)

  • Using public transport, you can travel from central Hamburg to LBC in about 1 hour 30 minutes. The terminal is roughly 80 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 1 hour.

  • Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your Hamburg to FRA flight? Unwind in a hotel near Luebeck-Blankensee Airport before your adventure officially starts. These stays have your key waiting:

About Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

Getting from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to central Frankfurt

  • Frankfurt Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Frankfurt. The time it takes to get there by cab or car hire will depend on the time of day. Do some research before you go.

  • It typically takes 35 minutes if you're using public transport.

How to find the cheapest flights from Hamburg to Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Hamburg to Frankfurt Airport is R 893. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 2,342. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.

  • To snap up cheap flights from Hamburg to FRA, book your ticket two months before your planned departure.

  • The best month for picking up cheap Hamburg to Frankfurt Airport tickets is July. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates that offer the biggest savings.

  • Snapping up a cheap plane ticket from Hamburg to FRA is easy with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as there's a price drop.

  • Hunt for savings on a flight from Hamburg to Frankfurt Airport with the help of the filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best.'

The best time to fly from Hamburg to Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

  • Picture the kind of break you want when deciding your trip dates. February is the quietest month to visit Frankfurt. July is when most people book flights from Hamburg to Frankfurt Airport (FRA), which may be ideal if you'd rather travel when it's busy.

  • Book a Hamburg to FRA plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Frankfurt to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from Hamburg to Frankfurt Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -4ºC (25ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF).

More about Frankfurt

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Frankfurt right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Hamburg to Frankfurt Airport:

  • There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be tricky to know where to start. Frankfurt Christmas Market, Frankfurt Book Fair and Holocaust Memorial are highlights which should be on every Frankfurt itinerary.

Explore more of Germany

  • Frankfurt is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Germany waiting to be explored. Around 193 kilometres north-west of Frankfurt, a visit to Essen will keep you on the move. Check out popular attractions like PACT Zollverein, Zollverein Coal Mine Industrial Complex in Essen and Philharmonie Essen.

  • Around 145 kilometres south of Frankfurt, Stuttgart is another essential stop in Germany. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Porsche Museum, Mercedes-Benz Museum and Marienplatz.

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