Flying from Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Marseille Provence Airport to Frankfurt Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 45 minutes.
Marseille and Frankfurt are both in the UTC+1 timezone. This means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.
Each week, there are 26 Marseille Provence Airport to Frankfurt Airport flights. To be on board as soon as possible, pick the 06:15 Lufthansa flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before you fly, the latest flight is at 18:50 with Lufthansa.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your MRS to FRA flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Lufthansa offers direct flights from Marseille Provence Airport to Frankfurt Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Frankfurt — and maybe even more of Germany if your schedule allows.
Lufthansa tops the list for bookings on this route.
Lufthansa is a leader in on-time performance for MRS to FRA flights, with 81.3% of services landing on schedule.
If you want to break up your flight, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Marseille Provence Airport to Frankfurt Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between MRS and FRA:
Luxembourg Airport
Dusseldorf International Airport
Strasbourg Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Right now, £66 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Marseille Provence Airport to Frankfurt Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is £161. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book six months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from MRS to FRA.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Marseille Provence Airport to Frankfurt Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from MRS to FRA by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
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Handy information about Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)
When it comes to Marseille Provence Airport's on-time performance, 73.25% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central Marseille to Marseille Provence Airport is around 16 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Get your travels off to a stress-free start by staying near MRS. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Marseille Provence Airport to Frankfurt Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Marseille Provence Airport to Frankfurt Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near FRA instead:
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 main sights.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Frankfurt Airport about three weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to central Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport is approximately 9 miles from the centre of Frankfurt. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
It'll take around 35 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
The quietest month for a flight from Marseille Provence Airport to Frankfurt Airport is January, while April is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Frankfurt based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Book your flight from Marseille Provence Airport to Frankfurt Airport for July if you want to visit Frankfurt during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from MRS to FRA in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -4ºC (25ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.
Explore more of Germany
Frankfurt is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Germany you should also see. Around 260 miles north-east of Frankfurt, a trip to Berlin will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
Around 240 miles north of Frankfurt, Hamburg is another essential stop in Germany. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.