Flying from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to London City Airport (LCY): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Frankfurt Airport to London City Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 30 minutes.
The timezone in London is UTC+0, which is one hour behind Frankfurt.
Flights from FRA to LCY start from 06:50 — the earliest with Air Dolomiti. The latest departure is at 20:25 with British Airways. Overall, you can choose from 88 weekly Frankfurt Airport to London City Airport flights.
Your FRA to LCY flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
You can travel nonstop to London, United Kingdom. Take to the skies with one of these airlines offering direct flights from Frankfurt Airport to London City Airport:
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is British Airways.
Air Dolomiti is the most punctual carrier operating FRA to LCY flights, with 69.23% of its services landing on schedule.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Frankfurt Airport to London City Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between FRA and LCY:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Luxembourg Airport
Zurich Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to London City Airport (LCY)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Frankfurt Airport to London City Airport flight is Rs32,740. A return plane ticket right now is Rs54,710. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Score cheap tickets from FRA to LCY by booking 11 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
October is the cheapest month for flights from Frankfurt Airport to London City Airport. If you need to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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Discover the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Frankfurt Airport to London City Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Frankfurt Airport, 67.47% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Frankfurt Airport is about 14 kilometres from central Frankfurt. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport typically takes 35 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a leisurely start by staying near FRA. Whether you have an early flight from Frankfurt Airport to London City Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at London City Airport (LCY)
If you're arriving on a late Frankfurt Airport to London City Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these hotels near LCY:
Grab a London City Airport rental car and explore London and beyond with your own set of wheels. Green Motion, Europcar and Keddy By Europcar are top outlets you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from London City Airport about one week ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from London City Airport (LCY) to central London
London City Airport to the centre of London has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes around 35 minutes.
When to fly to London City Airport (LCY)
The quietest month for a flight from Frankfurt Airport to London City Airport is February, while February is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to London based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your flight from Frankfurt Airport to London City Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in London, with the temperature ranging from 11ºC to 26ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC and 9ºC. Look for cheap tickets from FRA to LCY sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Birmingham is just one of the many places in United Kingdom waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of London. Around 161 kilometres away to the north-west, its top attractions include Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
Bristol is another well-known destination in United Kingdom and is around 177 kilometres west of London. No trip is complete without a visit to Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.