Travelling from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Frankfurt: what you need to know
Approximately 6 hours 20 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Dubai Airport to Frankfurt.
Dubai Airport is located in Dubai. Based in the UTC+1 timezone, Frankfurt is three hours behind Dubai.
Dubai Airport (DXB) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is the most traveled route, with 28 weekly flights to pick from. If you have things to do before heading off, the last flight from DXB to FRA is with Emirates at 15:20. Go for the first departure with Lufthansa at 00:50 if you want to get on your way earlier.
For a stress-free 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 DXB to Frankfurt flight.
Heading away during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Direct Dubai Airport to Frankfurt tickets are available for booking. Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is where you'll step off the plane.
Get on board with Emirates. This airline offers direct flights from Dubai Airport to Frankfurt.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and maybe even tick a new city off your list. When browsing for flight tickets from DXB to Frankfurt, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Stansted Airport (STN)
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
Located around 10 kilometres from the centre of Dubai, DXB can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Travelling on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Searching for a hotel close to DXB? If you're catching an early flight from Dubai Airport to Frankfurt, these stays set you up for a seamless send-off:
Of all flights departing from Dubai Airport, 74.31% land on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Frankfurt
Rs37,026 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Dubai Airport to Frankfurt flight. A round-trip flight ticket right now is Rs81,060. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Book three months before travelling. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from DXB to Frankfurt.
The best month for scoring cheap Dubai Airport to Frankfurt tickets is July. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then select the dates with the lowest fares.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from DXB to Frankfurt by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Dubai Airport to Frankfurt.
Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
The distance from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to central Frankfurt is roughly 14 kilometres. It'll take you about 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 35 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Dubai Airport to Frankfurt. Book one of these accommodation options near FRA instead:
Grab a Frankfurt Airport rental car and discover Frankfurt and beyond with your own set of wheels. Wheego, Alamo and OK Mobility are top outlets you can book with here.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Frankfurt Airport around three weeks before your flight from DXB to Frankfurt.
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
The centre of Frankfurt is located around 121 kilometres from Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN). Once your flight from Dubai Airport to Frankfurt has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should take about 1 hour 30 minutes.
You can expect the trip to take about 2 hours 40 minutes on public transport.
There are some great places to rest your head close to HHN. Settle in and get cosy after your DXB to Frankfurt flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or cab lines. Grab a Frankfurt - Hahn Airport rental car and let the journey unfold your way. Compare offers from Flex To Go, Alamo and Keddy By Europcar.
Get first dibs on the best options. Securing your ride from HHN four weeks in advance often means lower prices and a bigger choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Frankfurt
Carefully consider your travel dates before securing your flight from Dubai Airport to Frankfurt. The city buzzes in high season, but hotel prices are usually higher and top attractions can get crowded. Go to Frankfurt in low season if you prefer a quieter vibe.
Lock in a Dubai Airport to Frankfurt flight ticket with a departure in July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 12ºC to 28ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from DXB to Frankfurt in January when temperatures average between -4ºC and 7ºC.
More about Frankfurt
Start your Frankfurt trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Dubai Airport to Frankfurt, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
Goethe House and Palmengarten are just a couple of the top-rated attractions to add to your Frankfurt itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Frankfurt Cathedral.
Explore more of Germany
You've done Frankfurt, now it's time to discover other corners of Germany. Travel around 418 kilometres north-east to Berlin to tick off its top sights. From Brandenburg Gate to Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 386 kilometres north of Frankfurt, Hamburg is another essential stop in Germany. Start your sightseeing at Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.