Travelling from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Edinburgh Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport is 2 hours.
Frankfurt's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Frankfurt one hour ahead of Edinburgh.
Choose from 19 weekly Edinburgh Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport flights. The 05:55 departure with Lufthansa is the earliest available. Lufthansa operates the latest service of the day at 18:00.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your EDI to FRA flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
Lufthansa has direct flights from Edinburgh Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Frankfurt — and maybe even more of Germany if you have time.
Lufthansa is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
Lufthansa is the most punctual carrier that operates EDI to FRA flights.
If you'd like to break up your flight, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Edinburgh Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between EDI and FRA:
London Heathrow Airport
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Dusseldorf International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)
Rs20,672 is the lowest price for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport flight. A return flight starts at Rs46,631. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
To score cheap tickets from EDI to FRA, book your journey one month ahead of your departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Edinburgh Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
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Handy information about Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Of the departures from Edinburgh Airport, 73% arrive on time at their destination.
Central Edinburgh to Edinburgh Airport is approximately 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
Expect a journey time of about 35 minutes on public transport.
Taking an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near EDI:
Arriving at Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)
If you have a late Edinburgh Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near FRA:
Grab a Frankfurt am Main Airport rental car and explore Frankfurt and beyond with your own wheels. Wheego, Alamo and OK Mobility are popular providers to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from Frankfurt am Main Airport around three weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
When to fly to Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)
The quietest month for a flight from Edinburgh Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport is March, while September is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Frankfurt based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Frankfurt, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 29ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -4ºC and 7ºC. Look for cheap tickets from EDI to FRA sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Germany
You've seen Frankfurt, now it's time to discover other corners of Germany. Journey about 418 kilometres north-east to Berlin to tick off its leading sights. From Brandenburg Gate to Berlin Wall and Parliament Building, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Hamburg is another standout destination in Germany and is around 386 kilometres north of Frankfurt. No journey is complete without seeing Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.