Travelling from Frankfurt to Moscow: what you need to know
Start your travel planning by considering the departure point for your flight from Frankfurt to Moscow. Frankfurt Airport (FRA) and Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN) are Frankfurt's main airports.
Hop off your plane in Moscow at Vnukovo Airport (VKO) or Moscow Domodedovo Airport (DME).
Moscow is two hours ahead of Frankfurt and is in the UTC+3 timezone.
For a relaxed travel experience, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to board your Frankfurt to Moscow flight.
Travelling during a popular month such as April? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Moscow
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap Frankfurt to Moscow flights if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest plane tickets from Frankfurt to Moscow throughout the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from Frankfurt to Moscow by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Save on your Frankfurt to Moscow flight with the help of our filters. Select your preferred times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
Flying from Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
We make it easy to find a Frankfurt to Moscow flight with a stopover. To see all your options departing from Frankfurt Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Major stopovers include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport (ADB)
Esenboga International Airport (ESB)
The journey from central Frankfurt to FRA takes around 35 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 7 miles in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
After a stress-free start to your journey? Stay near Frankfurt Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Frankfurt to Moscow or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Of the flights that depart from Frankfurt Airport, 67.47% arrive on time at their destination.
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Frankfurt to HHN in around 2 hours 40 minutes. The terminal is roughly 65 miles away. Driving will take you about 1 hour 30 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your flight from Frankfurt to Moscow? Unwind in a hotel near Frankfurt - Hahn Airport before your trip officially begins. These stays are calling your name:
As far as flight punctuality goes, Frankfurt - Hahn Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 53.13%.
Best time to go to Moscow
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Frankfurt to Moscow. July is the most popular month to travel to Moscow. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Moscow is July, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Lock in your Frankfurt to Moscow ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
January sees average temperatures of between -18ºC (0ºF) and 0ºC (32ºF). Look for cheap flights from Frankfurt to Moscow around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Russia
Moscow will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of Russia you'll want to see. Around 240 miles east of Moscow, a trip to Nizhniy Novgorod will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Monument to cosmonaut Komarov, A.M.Gorkiy Childhood Museum and Dlinnaya Staraya Lestnitsa.
If you want to check out another well-known destination in Russia, consider Voronezh, about 290 miles south of Moscow. Dom Gardenina, Skver Dzerzhinskogo and Alleya Slavy Voronezhskikh Olimpiytsev-Dinamovtsev are the start of reasons to visit.
