Travelling from Tokyo to Frankfurt: what you need to know
Start your travel planning by considering the departure point for your flight from Tokyo to Frankfurt. Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) and Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT) are the main airports in Tokyo.
Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) and Hahn Airport (HHN) are Frankfurt's chief entry points.
Take a direct Tokyo to Frankfurt flight and you'll be in transit for an average of 14 hours 25 minutes.
The timezone in Frankfurt is UTC+1, which is eight hours behind Tokyo.
The busiest route for flights from Tokyo to Frankfurt is from Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) to Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA). Choose from 21 services every week between these two airports. If you want to maximise your time on arrival, the earliest flight from HND to FRA is the 09:40 ANA option. If you prefer travelling later, the latest available service is at 22:45 with ANA.
Leave plenty of time to get on your Tokyo to Frankfurt flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month like April? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tokyo to Frankfurt
Rs101,568 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Tokyo to Frankfurt. Return flights start at Rs217,101. These prices may change based on availability.
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Flying from Tokyo
Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND)
You can get a direct flight from Tokyo to Frankfurt jetting off from Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND). Start your trip at HND and arrive at Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA).
Look out for deals with ANA. This airline offers direct Tokyo to Frankfurt plane tickets from HND.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your Tokyo to Frankfurt flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Tokyo Haneda Airport. Break up the journey at one of these popular airports:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Beijing Capital Airport (PEK)
Munich Airport (MUC)
Travelling from central Tokyo to HND takes about 30 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 16 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a relaxed start to your trip? Stay near Tokyo Haneda Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Tokyo to Frankfurt or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Of all flights departing from Tokyo Haneda Airport, 77% land on time at their destination.
The address for HND is 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT)
You can catch a direct flight from Tokyo to Frankfurt departing from Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT). Kick off your travels at NRT and touch down at Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA).
Book a direct Tokyo to Frankfurt plane ticket with JAL. This is one of the main airlines that operates this route out of NRT.
Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your Tokyo to Frankfurt flight. Visit friends or family or tick another city off your list. Whatever your plans, here's where you can stop between Tokyo Narita Airport and Frankfurt:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Vienna Airport (VIE)
NRT is about 64 kilometres from central Tokyo. It takes 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
Get your holiday started early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from Tokyo to Frankfurt, unwind in one of these hotels near Tokyo Narita Airport:
Tokyo Narita Airport has an on-time performance of 73%. This figure provides insight into how frequently flights that depart from this airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
The street address for NRT is 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Arriving in Frankfurt
Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)
The distance from Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) to central Frankfurt is approximately 11 kilometres. It takes about 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you around 20 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Tokyo to Frankfurt, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near FRA:
Explore without limits with a Frankfurt am Main Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Wheego, Alamo or OK Mobility and experience more of Frankfurt and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Frankfurt am Main Airport about three weeks before your trip.
Hahn Airport (HHN)
Hahn Airport (HHN) is roughly 105 kilometres from central Frankfurt. Following your flight from Tokyo to Frankfurt, it'll take you approximately 1 hour 25 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
Travelling by public transport will take about 2 hours 10 minutes.
After your flight from Tokyo to Frankfurt, kick back at a hotel near HHN. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Flex To Go, Alamo and Keddy By Europcar make picking up a Hahn Airport rental car easy and quick. These providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on the road before long.
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Securing your ride from HHN four weeks ahead of time often means more savings and a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Frankfurt
March is the quietest month for flights from Tokyo to Frankfurt, while September is the busiest. Work out the ideal time to visit Frankfurt based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Frankfurt is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 29ºC. Book your Tokyo to Frankfurt ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Tokyo to Frankfurt in January when temperatures average between -4ºC and 7ºC.
More about Frankfurt
After booking your flight from Tokyo to Frankfurt, take your pick from prime hotels that put you close to the action. Make one of these options your base for exploring Frankfurt:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Educational institution Anne Frank, Main Tower and Staedel Museum are popular attractions which should be on any good Frankfurt itinerary.
Explore more of Germany
You've done Frankfurt, now it's time to explore more of Germany. Journey about 418 kilometres northeast to Berlin to tick off its must-visit sights. From Brandenburg Gate to Reichstag Building and Berlin Philharmonic, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Hamburg is another sought-after destination in Germany and is around 386 kilometres north of Frankfurt. No trip is complete without seeing Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.