Flying from Seattle to Frankfurt Airport (FRA): What you need to know
Set your travel plans in motion by considering where you'll board your flight from Seattle to Frankfurt Airport (FRA). Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) and Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE) are the main airports in Seattle.
10 hours is the average travel time for a direct Seattle to Frankfurt Airport flight.
Frankfurt is eight hours ahead of Seattle. Frankfurt Airport is located in Frankfurt, which runs on the UTC+1 timezone.
With 12 direct flights a week between the two airports, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is the most popular route. Lufthansa operates the earliest flight at 2pm. If you'd like to make the most of your day before leaving, the latest flight from SEA to FRA is with Condor at 6:35pm.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your flight from Seattle to FRA.
With more people on the move during high season, you'll want to be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will allow for additional wait times.
Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
You can take a direct flight from Seattle to Frankfurt Airport (FRA) departing from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA).
You'll find a direct flight from Seattle to Frankfurt Airport with Lufthansa. This well-known airline offers services from SEA.
The airline with the highest booking numbers between SEA and FRA is Lufthansa.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrivals rate on this route is Condor.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling and perhaps even visit a new city. When browsing cheap flights from Seattle to FRA departing from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to discover where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
SEA is about 23 kilometres from central Seattle. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 55 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Seattle to Frankfurt Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get a little more snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport scores top marks for its on-time performance. 81.27% of flights that take off from SEA arrive at their destination without delay.
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)
You can arrive at LKE from central Seattle in approximately 10 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride by public transport will take roughly 25 minutes to cover the 3 kilometres or so.
Kick off your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Seattle to FRA flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport:
About Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Have a late flight from Seattle to Frankfurt Airport? Don't let it steal your sleep. Stay at one of these hotels near FRA and get cosy, quick:
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Booking your ride around three weeks in advance of your Seattle to Frankfurt Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
Getting from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to central Frankfurt
Central Frankfurt is about 11 kilometres from Frankfurt Airport. Travel times by car hire or cab will vary based on traffic conditions and time of day, so do some research before your trip.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Rs70,468 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Seattle to Frankfurt Airport. Return flights start from Rs138,981. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
To snap up cheap flights from Seattle to FRA, book your ticket two months ahead of your planned departure.
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The best time to fly from Seattle to Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
February is the quietest month for flights from Seattle to Frankfurt Airport (FRA), while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Frankfurt based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Frankfurt is July, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 28ºC. Lock in your Seattle to FRA flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
January sees temperatures of between -4ºC and 7ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Seattle to Frankfurt Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Frankfurt
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Frankfurt right here. Check out these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Seattle to Frankfurt Airport:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Frankfurt Christmas Market, Frankfurt Book Fair and Holocaust Memorial are must-do's during your Frankfurt adventure.
Explore more of Germany
Essen is just one of the many places in Germany waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Frankfurt. Around 193 kilometres away to the north-west, well-known attractions include PACT Zollverein, Zollverein Coal Mine Industrial Complex in Essen and Philharmonie Essen.
Stuttgart is another standout destination in Germany and is around 145 kilometres south of Frankfurt. No trip is complete without seeing Porsche Museum, Mercedes-Benz Museum and Marienplatz.