Flying from Frankfurt to London City Airport (LCY): What you need to know
Frankfurt's main base, Frankfurt Airport (FRA), is where new adventures begin. Explore the departure options from here when searching for a flight from Frankfurt to London City Airport (LCY).
Around 1 hour 30 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct Frankfurt to London City Airport flight.
The timezone in London is UTC+0, which is one hour behind Frankfurt. London City Airport is located in London.
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to London City Airport (LCY) is the most popular route. There are 13 direct flights a week to pick from. If you have plans before you fly, take the last flight with British Airways at 8:10pm. Go for the first FRA to LCY departure operated by Air Dolomiti at 7:45am if you'd rather get a move on.
Leave plenty of time to get on your flight from Frankfurt to LCY. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month like September? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Enjoy an uninterrupted journey from Frankfurt Airport (FRA). Direct flights from Frankfurt to London City Airport (LCY) operate from here.
When departing from FRA, you can take a direct flight from Frankfurt to London City Airport with Air Dolomiti.
The airline with the highest booking numbers between FRA and LCY is Air Dolomiti.
With a reliable 85.61% of services arriving as planned, British Airways is the leading carrier for punctuality on this route.
Travelling from central Frankfurt to FRA takes around 20 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a comfortable hotel near Frankfurt Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Frankfurt to London City Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
74% of flights departing from Frankfurt Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Frankfurt Hahn Airport (HHN)
Add another location to your travels or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Frankfurt to London City Airport, check out these options when departing from Frankfurt Hahn Airport:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
HHN is about 121 kilometres from central Frankfurt. It takes 1 hour 25 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 2 hours 10 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an extra night away from home. Before your Frankfurt to LCY flight, kick back in one of these hotels near Frankfurt Hahn Airport:
Frankfurt Hahn Airport is known for its commitment to punctuality. 82% of flights leaving here make it to their final destination as planned.
About London City Airport (LCY)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Frankfurt to London City Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near LCY instead:
For the lowest price, book your ride around one week ahead of your Frankfurt to London City Airport flight.
Getting from London City Airport (LCY) to central London
From London City Airport, central London is around 11 kilometres away. It takes about 25 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt to London City Airport (LCY)
Currently, Rs33,269 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Frankfurt to London City Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs56,107. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To score cheap flights from Frankfurt to LCY, book your plane ticket five months before your departure date.
October is when you're most likely to find a fantastic deal on a Frankfurt to London City Airport ticket. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
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The best time to fly from Frankfurt to London City Airport (LCY)
September is the most popular month for flights from Frankfurt to London City Airport (LCY). Visit London in December for a more low-key escape.
Lock in a Frankfurt to LCY plane ticket departing in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in London to range from 11ºC to 26ºC.
January sees temperatures of between 0ºC and 9ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Frankfurt to London City Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about London
Start your London trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Frankfurt to London City Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be difficult to know where to begin. The British Museum, Westminster Abbey and Big Ben are major attractions which should feature on every London itinerary.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
You've done London, now it's time to discover other parts of the United Kingdom. Journey around 274 kilometres northwest to Manchester to tick off its popular sights. From Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour to The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry, your itinerary will be busy.
Birmingham is another favourite destination in the United Kingdom and is around 177 kilometres northwest of London. No trip is complete without dropping by Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience.