Travelling from Stansted Airport (STN) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA): what you need to know
The timezone in Frankfurt is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of London.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your STN to FRA flight.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
If you want to explore another city along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Stansted Airport to Frankfurt Airport. Here are the top stopovers between STN and FRA:
Leipzig/Halle Airport
Hamburg Airport
Geneve Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Stansted Airport (STN) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Stansted Airport to Frankfurt Airport flight is R 1,234. A return fare is currently R 3,541. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from STN to FRA, book in advance. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price in each month when looking for a flight from Stansted Airport to Frankfurt Airport.
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Handy information about Stansted Airport (STN)
64.73% of flights taking off from Stansted Airport reach their destination on schedule.
To reach Stansted Airport from central London, it takes about 1 hour by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 64 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near STN. Whether you've booked an early flight from Stansted Airport to Frankfurt Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
If you're landing on a late Stansted Airport to Frankfurt Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these options near FRA:
Pick up a Frankfurt Airport rental car and discover Frankfurt and beyond with your own wheels. Wheego, Alamo and OK Mobility are popular providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride from Frankfurt Airport about three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to central Frankfurt
From Frankfurt Airport, Frankfurt is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to drive to the centre.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 35 minutes.
When to fly to Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
The quietest month for a flight from Stansted Airport to Frankfurt Airport is January, while April is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Frankfurt based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in your flight from Stansted Airport to Frankfurt Airport for July if you'd like to explore Frankfurt during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from STN to FRA in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -4ºC (25ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.
Explore more of Germany
Frankfurt has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Germany you'll want to see. About 418 kilometres north-east of Frankfurt, a visit to Berlin will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
If you want to check out another side of Germany, consider Hamburg, roughly 386 kilometres north of Frankfurt. Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg are highlights.