Flying from Toronto to Frankfurt: what you need to know
Organising your flight from Toronto to Frankfurt begins with finding the most convenient airport to start your holiday. Pearson International Airport (YYZ), Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) and Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) are the main terminals in Toronto.
Touch down in Frankfurt at Frankfurt Airport (FRA) or Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN).
The average duration of a direct Toronto to Frankfurt flight is 7 hours 50 minutes.
Frankfurt is five hours ahead of Toronto and follows the UTC+1 timezone.
With 26 flights a week between the two airports, Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is the most popular route. Board the first flight from Toronto to Frankfurt with Air Canada at 16:30. If you prefer to get more out of your day before jetting off, the last departure from YYZ to FRA is with Air Canada at 22:25.
For a relaxed travel experience, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your Toronto to Frankfurt flight.
Travelling during a peak time such as August? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Toronto to Frankfurt
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Flying from Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
If you're looking for a direct flight from Toronto to Frankfurt, you can leave from Pearson International Airport (YYZ). Travel from YYZ to Frankfurt Airport (FRA) in one seamless journey.
Popular carriers that offer direct Toronto to Frankfurt plane tickets departing from YYZ include:
Located around 19 kilometres from central Toronto, YYZ can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 50 minutes.
Want a convenient hotel near Pearson International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Toronto to Frankfurt, these stays will put you nice and close to your departure gate:
63.97% of flights that depart Pearson International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
YTZ is around 3 kilometres from central Toronto. It'll take 35 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your flight from Toronto to Frankfurt? Relax in a hotel near Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport before your trip officially begins. Stay at one of these accommodation options:
As far as flight punctuality goes, Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 62%.
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF)
YKF is around 80 kilometres from central Toronto. Driving from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour 15 minutes. If you're considering public transport, you can expect a journey of around 4 hours 5 minutes.
Relax in bed for a little longer and still make your Toronto to Frankfurt flight without having to rush. These accommodation options near Region of Waterloo International Airport make departure day a breeze if you're setting off early:
The on-time performance rating of YKF is 63.64%. To put it simply, that's how frequently flights from this airport arrive at their destination as planned.
Arriving in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is approximately 11 kilometres from central Frankfurt. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes around 20 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 35 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel near FRA if you have a late flight from Toronto to Frankfurt. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab a Frankfurt Airport rental car and discover Frankfurt and beyond with your own set of wheels. Wheego, Alamo and OK Mobility are top outlets to choose from here.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Frankfurt Airport around three weeks in advance of your Toronto to Frankfurt flight.
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
The centre of Frankfurt is located around 105 kilometres from Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN). Once your flight from Toronto to Frankfurt has hit the runway and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of about 1 hour 30 minutes.
You can expect the trip to take roughly 2 hours 40 minutes on public transport.
There are some comfortable places to lay your head close to HHN. Kick back after your Toronto to Frankfurt flight at any of these perfectly located options:
No need to worry about public transport schedules or waiting forever for a cab. Pick up a Frankfurt - Hahn Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. Check out the rates and availability from Flex To Go, Alamo and Keddy By Europcar.
Don't pay more than you need to. Reserving your ride four weeks ahead of your arrival at HHN can get you a lower rate.
Best time to go to Frankfurt
April is the most popular month for flights from Toronto to Frankfurt. To travel when it's less crowded, head to Frankfurt in January.
Before locking in your Toronto to Frankfurt tickets, think about what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Frankfurt, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 28ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Toronto to Frankfurt in January when temperatures average between -4ºC and 7ºC.
More about Frankfurt
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Frankfurt right here. Browse these options once you've booked your flight from Toronto to Frankfurt:
Palmengarten and Goethe House are just a couple of the popular attractions to add to your Frankfurt to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Frankfurt Cathedral.
Explore more of Germany
Frankfurt has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Germany you should also see. About 418 kilometres north-east of Frankfurt, a visit to Berlin will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
Hamburg is another well-known destination in Germany and is around 386 kilometres north of Frankfurt. No journey is complete without dropping by Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.