Flying from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Frankfurt: what you need to know
Around 8 hours 55 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Frankfurt.
The timezone in Frankfurt is UTC+1. The city is five hours ahead of Philadelphia, where Philadelphia International Airport is located.
The most popular route is from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA). Choose from four services every week between these two airports. EW Discover offers a 17:35 departure between PHL and FRA.
For a stress-free journey, turn up 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 PHL to Frankfurt flight.
Heading away during a peak time like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Direct Philadelphia International Airport to Frankfurt tickets are available for booking. Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is where you'll disembark.
Book your ticket with EW Discover. This airline operates direct flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Frankfurt.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and maybe even explore another city. When browsing for flight tickets from PHL to Frankfurt, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Located around 11 kilometres from the centre of Philadelphia, PHL can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Travelling on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Frankfurt? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near PHL:
Of all flights leaving Philadelphia International Airport, 78.93% arrive on time at their destination.
PHL is located at 8500 Essington Ave.
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Frankfurt
The best price we've seen for a one-way Philadelphia International Airport to Frankfurt flight is Rs79,905. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs157,522. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Lock in cheap flights from PHL to Frankfurt by booking one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
May is the best month for landing an awesome deal on Philadelphia International Airport to Frankfurt tickets. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
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Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
The distance from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to central Frankfurt is roughly 14 kilometres. It takes about 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes about 35 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Frankfurt. Check in to one of these accommodation options near FRA instead:
Grab a Frankfurt Airport rental car and discover Frankfurt and beyond with your own wheels. Wheego, Alamo and OK Mobility are top outlets you can book with here.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Frankfurt Airport around three weeks ahead of your flight from PHL to Frankfurt.
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN) is around 121 kilometres from central Frankfurt. Once you've disembarked your flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Frankfurt, it'll take you around 1 hour 30 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
You can expect the trip to take roughly 2 hours 40 minutes on public transport.
After stepping off your PHL to Frankfurt flight, settle in at a hotel near HHN. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a Frankfurt - Hahn Airport rental car. Collect a set of wheels from Flex To Go, Alamo or Keddy By Europcar and make a speedy getaway.
Avoid paying extra. Reserving your ride four weeks before your arrival at HHN will help you stay within budget.
Best time to go to Frankfurt
Carefully consider your trip dates before securing your flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Frankfurt. The city buzzes in peak season, but hotel rates are usually higher and top attractions can get busy. Visit Frankfurt in low season for a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Frankfurt is July, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 28ºC. Book your Philadelphia International Airport to Frankfurt flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from PHL to Frankfurt in January when temperatures average between -4ºC and 7ºC.
More about Frankfurt
Once you've booked your flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Frankfurt, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Frankfurt:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Goethe House, Palmengarten and Frankfurt Cathedral are top attractions which should be on any well-planned Frankfurt itinerary.
Explore more of Germany
Frankfurt has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Germany you'll want to see. Around 418 kilometres north-east of Frankfurt, a visit to Berlin will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
Around 386 kilometres north of Frankfurt, Hamburg is another favourite stop in Germany. Experience major highlights starting with Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.