Flying from Luxembourg Airport (LUX) to Frankfurt: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 50 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Luxembourg Airport to Frankfurt.
Frankfurt and Luxembourg (where Luxembourg Airport is located) share the UTC+1 timezone. This means there's no time difference to consider.
With 29 flights a week between the two airports, Luxembourg Airport (LUX) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is the busiest route. Air Dolomiti operates the earliest flight at 06:15. If you're eager to make the most of your day before jetting off, the latest flight from LUX to FRA is with Lufthansa at 18:55.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably board your LUX to Frankfurt flight.
Travelling over a peak time such as September? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Direct Luxembourg Airport to Frankfurt tickets are available for booking. Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is where you'll be touching down.
Book your favourite seat with Air Dolomiti. This popular carrier operates direct flights from Luxembourg Airport to Frankfurt.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even explore a different city. When browsing for plane tickets from LUX to Frankfurt, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport (MUC)
Located around 6 kilometres from the centre of Luxembourg, LUX can be reached in about 15 minutes by car. The journey on public transport will take roughly 25 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your holiday? Stay near LUX. Whether you've booked an early flight from Luxembourg Airport to Frankfurt or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are worth a look:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Luxembourg Airport, 72% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Luxembourg Airport (LUX) to Frankfurt
R 731 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Luxembourg Airport to Frankfurt flight. A return plane ticket starts from R 1,500. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
Book four months before travelling. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from LUX to Frankfurt.
Plan your trip for September. That's the best month for landing a bargain on Luxembourg Airport to Frankfurt tickets. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to access the cheapest price across each month.
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Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to central Frankfurt takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 11 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 20 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Luxembourg Airport to Frankfurt, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near FRA:
To secure the lowest price, book your ride from Frankfurt Airport around three weeks ahead of your flight from LUX to Frankfurt.
Frankfurt Hahn Airport (HHN)
Frankfurt Hahn Airport (HHN) is around 121 kilometres from the centre of Frankfurt. Once you've disembarked your flight from Luxembourg Airport to Frankfurt, it'll take you around 1 hour 25 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre takes 2 hours 10 minutes or so.
You'll find some comfortable places to park your luggage (and yourself) near HHN. Settle in and get cosy after your LUX to Frankfurt flight at any of these well-located options:
Avoid last-minute price surges. Booking your ride four weeks ahead of your arrival at HHN can get you a lower rate.
Best time to go to Frankfurt
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Luxembourg Airport to Frankfurt. September is the busiest month for a trip to Frankfurt. If you like a quieter atmosphere, go in January.
Lock in a Luxembourg Airport to Frankfurt plane ticket with a departure in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from LUX to Frankfurt in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -4ºC (25ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.
More about Frankfurt
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Frankfurt right here. Browse these options after locking in your flight from Luxembourg Airport to Frankfurt:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Bildungsstatte Anne Frank, Van Gogh Alive Frankfurt and Main Tower are popular attractions which should feature on any good Frankfurt itinerary.
Explore more of Germany
Frankfurt is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Germany just waiting to be explored. Around 418 kilometres northeast of Frankfurt, a trip to Berlin will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall and Parliament Building.
Around 386 kilometres north of Frankfurt, Hamburg is another essential stop in Germany. Experience major highlights starting with Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.