Flying from Dallas to Frankfurt: what you need to know
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) is Dallas's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Dallas to Frankfurt leaving from here.
When landing in Frankfurt, Frankfurt Airport (FRA) and Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN) are the major entry points.
The average duration of a direct Dallas to Frankfurt flight is 9 hours 50 minutes.
Frankfurt is six hours ahead of Dallas and is in the UTC+1 timezone.
The busiest route for flights from Dallas to Frankfurt is from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA). Take your pick of 13 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to be on your way as soon as possible, the earliest flight from DFW to FRA is the 15:50 American Airlines service. If you prefer travelling later, the final scheduled service is at 17:20 with American Airlines.
Allow plenty of time to catch your Dallas to Frankfurt flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Popular months like July or holiday periods such as spring break and Christmas will mean longer waits at security and check-in. If you're travelling then, play it safe and get to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and four hours ahead of an international departure is a smart idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dallas to Frankfurt
£173 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Dallas to Frankfurt. Return flights start at £389. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
Lock in cheap Dallas to Frankfurt flights by booking one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
April is the best month for picking up an amazing deal on a plane ticket from Dallas to Frankfurt. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
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Flying from Dallas
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
You can get a direct flight from Dallas to Frankfurt taking off from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW). Start your journey at DFW and end it at Frankfurt Airport (FRA).
Check out the promotions with Lufthansa. This airline offers direct Dallas to Frankfurt plane tickets out of DFW.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save money on your Dallas to Frankfurt flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
The journey from central Dallas to DFW takes about 1 hour on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 16 miles in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Booked an early flight from Dallas to Frankfurt? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport:
73.22% of flights departing from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
You'll find DFW at 2400 Aviation Dr.
Arriving in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to central Frankfurt takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 7 miles away.
It usually takes 35 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Dallas to Frankfurt, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near FRA:
Get on the fast track to 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 main sights.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle from Frankfurt Airport around three weeks before your trip.
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN) is roughly 65 miles from the centre of Frankfurt. After your flight from Dallas to Frankfurt, it takes approximately 1 hour 30 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you hop on public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 2 hours 40 minutes or so.
There are some great places ready to welcome you near HHN. Kick back after your Dallas to Frankfurt flight at any of these well-located options:
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Frankfurt - Hahn Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Flex To Go, Alamo or Keddy By Europcar and be on your way in a flash.
Call dibs on the best options. Securing your ride from HHN four weeks ahead of time often means better deals and a bigger choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Frankfurt
April is the busiest month for flights from Dallas to Frankfurt. To skip the crowds, head to Frankfurt in January.
The warmest month in Frankfurt is July, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Book your Dallas to Frankfurt ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
January sees average temperatures of between -4ºC (25ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Look for cheap flights from Dallas to Frankfurt around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Frankfurt
Start your Frankfurt trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Dallas to Frankfurt, check out our range of hotels including:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Palmengarten, Goethe House and Frankfurt Cathedral are must-visits when exploring Frankfurt.
Explore more of Germany
Berlin is just one of the many cities in Germany waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Frankfurt. Around 260 miles to the north-east, its top attractions include Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
Around 240 miles north of Frankfurt, Hamburg is another favourite stop in Germany. Start your sightseeing at Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.