Flying from Stansted Airport (STN) to Frankfurt: what you need to know
Frankfurt is one hour ahead of London, where Stansted Airport is located. Frankfurt follows the UTC+1 timezone.
Stansted Airport (STN) to Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN) is the most popular route, with 13 weekly flights to choose from. If you have things to do before leaving, the last flight from STN to HHN is with Ryanair at 21:35. Go for the first departure with Ryanair at 06:10 if you want to get on your way earlier.
Leave enough time to make your STN to Frankfurt flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're travelling during a major holiday or another peak period, give yourself extra time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
Direct Stansted Airport to Frankfurt tickets are available for booking. Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN) is where you'll disembark.
Ryanair is a well-known carrier that operates direct flights from Stansted Airport to Frankfurt.
We make it a breeze to book flight tickets from STN to Frankfurt with a stopover. To see the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
Dublin Airport (DUB)
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Located around 48 kilometres from central London, STN can be reached in about 1 hour by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
Searching for a hotel close to STN? If you're boarding an early flight from Stansted Airport to Frankfurt, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
When it comes to Stansted Airport's on-time performance, 64.73% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Stansted Airport (STN) to Frankfurt
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Stansted Airport to Frankfurt flight is R 350. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 743. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from STN to Frankfurt, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights first go on sale.
Scoring cheap tickets from Stansted Airport to Frankfurt is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to access the lowest fares across the month and land an awesome deal.
Save time looking for cheap flights from STN to Frankfurt by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Stansted Airport to Frankfurt.
Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is around 14 kilometres from central Frankfurt. If you're opting for a ride-share or a cab, the drive takes about 20 minutes.
Getting there by public transport will take you around 35 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Stansted Airport to Frankfurt. Reserve one of these accommodation options near FRA instead:
Pick up a Frankfurt Airport rental car and explore Frankfurt and beyond with your own set of wheels. Wheego, Alamo and OK Mobility are popular outlets you can book with here.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Frankfurt Airport around three weeks ahead of your flight from STN to Frankfurt.
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
Once your flight from Stansted Airport to Frankfurt has hit the tarmac, you can reach the city centre in about 1 hour 30 minutes by car. Central Frankfurt is roughly 121 kilometres from Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN).
Travelling by public transport will take about 2 hours 40 minutes.
You'll find some great places ready to welcome you near HHN. Unwind and get cosy after your STN to Frankfurt flight at one of these well-located options:
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Frankfurt - Hahn Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Flex To Go, Alamo or Keddy By Europcar and be on your way in a flash.
Avoid potential price surges. Reserving your ride four weeks ahead of your arrival at HHN will save you money.
Best time to go to Frankfurt
Carefully consider your trip dates before securing your flight from Stansted Airport to Frankfurt. The city buzzes in peak season, but rates are typically higher and major attractions can get crowded. Visit Frankfurt in the off-season for a more relaxed vibe.
Before locking in your Stansted Airport to Frankfurt flight ticket, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Frankfurt, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from STN to Frankfurt in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -4ºC (25ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.
More about Frankfurt
Start your Frankfurt trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Stansted Airport to Frankfurt, explore our selection of hotels including:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Goethe House, Palmengarten and Frankfurt Cathedral are essential stops on your Frankfurt itinerary.
Explore more of Germany
Frankfurt will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of Germany just waiting to be discovered. About 418 kilometres north-east of Frankfurt, a trip to Berlin will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
Hamburg is another must-experience destination in Germany and is around 386 kilometres north of Frankfurt. No trip is complete without experiencing Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.