Flying from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Frankfurt: what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Calgary International Airport to Frankfurt is 9 hours 45 minutes.
Frankfurt is seven hours ahead of Calgary, where Calgary International Airport is located. Frankfurt runs on the UTC+1 timezone.
With eight flights a week between the two airports, Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is the most popular route. Catch Condor's 16:20 flight to get your journey from YYC to FRA underway.
For a relaxed start to your YYC to Frankfurt flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Longer lines at security and check-in are more likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself a little extra breathing room. A good general rule for peak times? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Direct Calgary International Airport to Frankfurt tickets are available for booking. Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is where you'll complete your journey.
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YYC is about 10 kilometres from central Calgary. 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 journey time to be around 1 hour.
Catching an early flight from Calgary International Airport to Frankfurt? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to YYC:
Of all flights departing from Calgary International Airport, 65.39% touch down on time at their destination.
You'll find YYC at 2000 Airport Road Northeast.
How to find the cheapest flights from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Frankfurt
Rs78,144 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Calgary International Airport to Frankfurt flight. Return flight tickets start at Rs167,070. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
To snag cheap flights from YYC to Frankfurt, book your journey five months before your departure date.
September is the best month for picking up an incredible deal on Calgary International Airport to Frankfurt tickets. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to central Frankfurt takes about 20 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 14 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes about 35 minutes.
Book a hotel near FRA if you're coming in on a late flight from Calgary International Airport to Frankfurt. Choose one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Frankfurt Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Wheego, Alamo or OK Mobility and explore beyond Frankfurt's usual tourist stops.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Frankfurt Airport about three weeks in advance of your flight from YYC to Frankfurt.
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
Central Frankfurt is about 121 kilometres from Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN). Once your flight from Calgary International Airport to Frankfurt has touched down and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 1 hour 30 minutes.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 2 hours 40 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near HHN. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your YYC to Frankfurt flight:
The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Frankfurt - Hahn Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Flex To Go, Alamo or Keddy By Europcar and hit the road in a heartbeat.
Get exactly what you want. Reserving your ride from HHN four weeks in advance often means lower prices and a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Frankfurt
Carefully consider your dates before locking in your flight from Calgary International Airport to Frankfurt. The city buzzes in high season, but prices are usually higher and major attractions can be crowded. Plan your trip to Frankfurt in the off-season if you prefer a quieter vibe.
Before booking a Calgary International Airport to Frankfurt flight ticket, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Frankfurt, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 28ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from YYC 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 best places to stay in Frankfurt right here. Explore these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Calgary International Airport to Frankfurt:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Goethe House, Palmengarten and Frankfurt Cathedral are highlights which should feature on any well-planned Frankfurt itinerary.
Explore more of Germany
Berlin is just one of the many cities in Germany waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Frankfurt. Around 418 kilometres away to the north-east, its best attractions include Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
Around 386 kilometres north of Frankfurt, Hamburg is another favourite stop in Germany. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.
