Travelling from Frankfurt to Palermo Falcone Borsellino Airport (PMO): What you need to know
Frankfurt has two main airports where you can kick off your travels. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Frankfurt to Palermo Falcone Borsellino Airport (PMO) departing from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) or Frankfurt Hahn Airport (HHN).
Hop on a direct Frankfurt to Palermo Falcone Borsellino Airport flight and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 20 minutes.
Frankfurt and Palermo (where Palermo Falcone Borsellino Airport is located) share the UTC+1 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch when you arrive.
The busiest route is from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Palermo Falcone Borsellino Airport (PMO). There are 4 direct services each week. Lufthansa operates a 8:15am departure between FRA and PMO.
To ensure you catch your flight from Frankfurt to PMO, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Popular months like September or other busy periods mean longer lines and potential delays. Stick to your schedule by getting to the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Reach your destination without the detour from Frankfurt Airport (FRA). Nonstop flights from Frankfurt to Palermo Falcone Borsellino Airport (PMO) operate from here.
You can lock in a direct flight from Frankfurt to Palermo Falcone Borsellino Airport with Lufthansa. This top airline operates departures from FRA.
The airline with the highest booking numbers between FRA and PMO is Lufthansa.
The carrier with the best on-time arrival rate on this route is Lufthansa.
The journey from central Frankfurt to FRA takes about 20 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 11 kms (7 miles) in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Booked an early flight from Frankfurt to Palermo Falcone Borsellino Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by staying at one of these hotels close to Frankfurt Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Frankfurt Airport, data shows 74% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
Frankfurt Hahn Airport (HHN)
You can book a direct Frankfurt to Palermo Falcone Borsellino Airport (PMO) plane ticket out of Frankfurt Hahn Airport (HHN). Work out whether departing from HHN makes the most sense for you.
Catch your direct flight from Frankfurt to PMO with Ryanair. This is one of the main carriers that operates this route out of HHN.
Ryanair is the top choice for bookings on the HHN to PMO route.
With 76.19% of its services landing as planned, Ryanair is the top on-time carrier flying between Frankfurt Hahn Airport and Palermo Falcone Borsellino Airport.
Using public transport, you can travel from central Frankfurt to HHN in about 2 hours 10 minutes. The terminal is roughly 121 kms (75 miles) away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 1 hour 25 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your Frankfurt to PMO flight? Unwind in a hotel near Frankfurt Hahn Airport before your trip officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
Frankfurt Hahn Airport has a reputation for reliability and timeliness. 82% of flights leaving here make it to their final destination as planned.
About Palermo Falcone Borsellino Airport (PMO)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Frankfurt to Palermo Falcone Borsellino Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near PMO instead:
To get the lowest price, book your ride around four weeks ahead of your Frankfurt to Palermo Falcone Borsellino Airport flight.
Getting from Palermo Falcone Borsellino Airport (PMO) to central Palermo
Central Palermo is around 32 kms (20 miles) from Palermo Falcone Borsellino Airport and takes about 40 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for heading into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Palermo Falcone Borsellino Airport (PMO)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Frankfurt to Palermo Falcone Borsellino Airport is £12. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £26. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Frankfurt to PMO if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
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The best time to fly from Frankfurt to Palermo Falcone Borsellino Airport (PMO)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from Frankfurt to Palermo Falcone Borsellino Airport (PMO). July is when most people travel to Palermo. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, head there in December.
When booking your Frankfurt to PMO plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Palermo, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC to 34ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Frankfurt to Palermo Falcone Borsellino Airport in February when temperatures are between 6ºC and 16ºC.
More about Palermo
Once you've booked your flight from Frankfurt to Palermo Falcone Borsellino Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Palermo:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be hard to work out where to begin. Golfo di Mondello, Piazza Pretoria and Duomo di Palermo are major attractions which should feature on every Palermo itinerary.
Explore more of Italy
You've done Palermo, now it's time to explore other parts of Italy. Travel about 193 kms (120 miles) southeast to Catania to tick off its leading sights. From Roman Amphitheatre of Catania to Piazza del Duomo and La Pescheria, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 209 kms (130 miles) east of Palermo, Messina is another favourite stop in Italy. No visit is complete without checking out Duomo di Messina, Cathedral of Messina (Duomo) and Astronomical Clock of the Cathedral of Messina.