Travelling from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Frankfurt Airport is 7 hours 55 minutes.
Frankfurt's timezone is UTC+1, making Frankfurt five hours ahead of Washington DC.
Choose from 35 weekly Washington Dulles International Airport to Frankfurt Airport flights. The 15:20 departure with Lufthansa is the earliest available. United Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 23:05.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your IAD to FRA flight.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Lufthansa is your gateway to discovering Frankfurt (and perhaps some other great corners of Germany!). Check out the direct flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Frankfurt Airport offered by this popular airline.
Most passengers choose to travel with Lufthansa on this route.
Lufthansa is the most punctual carrier that operates IAD to FRA flights.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Washington Dulles International Airport to Frankfurt Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Stopovers between IAD and FRA include:
London Heathrow Airport
Brussels Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Washington Dulles International Airport to Frankfurt Airport flight is Rs100,005. A return plane ticket right now is Rs201,982. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Score cheap tickets from IAD to FRA by booking at least 11 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Frankfurt Airport is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
Snapping up cheap flights from IAD to FRA is easy with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Frankfurt Airport.
Handy information about Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
You'll find IAD at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Of all flights leaving Washington Dulles International Airport, 74.39% land on time at their destination.
Washington Dulles International Airport is about 56 kilometres from central Washington DC. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 3 hours 25 minutes.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near IAD. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Frankfurt Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Reserve a hotel close to FRA if you have a late Washington Dulles International Airport to Frankfurt Airport flight. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Frankfurt Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Wheego, Alamo or OK Mobility to explore Frankfurt and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Frankfurt Airport about three weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to central Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport is approximately 14 kilometres from the centre of Frankfurt. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
It takes roughly 35 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
The quietest month for a flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Frankfurt Airport is January, while April is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Frankfurt based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Frankfurt Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Frankfurt, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 28ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from IAD to FRA in January. Average temperatures are between -4ºC and 7ºC then.
Explore more of Germany
Frankfurt has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners 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.
If you're interested in discovering another side of Germany, consider Hamburg, about 386 kilometres north of Frankfurt. Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg are among its highlights.