Flying from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR): what you need to know
A direct flight from Frankfurt Airport to London Heathrow Airport takes on average 1 hour 43 minutes. The timezone in London is UTC+0, which makes it 1 hour behind Frankfurt.
Flights from Frankfurt Airport to London Heathrow Airport start at 06:30 — the first with Lufthansa. The latest flight is the 21:30 option with Lufthansa. In total, you can take your pick of 156 weekly services from FRA to LHR.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Lufthansa offers direct flights from Frankfurt Airport to London Heathrow Airport. Book with this popular carrier, and get ready to check out the sights in London — plus maybe even more of United Kingdom if time allows.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all the options for flights from Frankfurt Airport to London Heathrow Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers between FRA and LHR include:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Dusseldorf International Airport
Brussels Airport
To find out if you need a visa to enter United Kingdom, contact your airline and the local consulate or embassy. They'll provide you with the most up-to-date information, including other paperwork you may need after booking your cheap ticket from FRA to LHR.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
$130 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Frankfurt Airport to London Heathrow Airport. A return flight starts at $222. These prices can change depending on availability.
Score cheap flight tickets from FRA to LHR by booking 3 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
Organise your trip for November. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Frankfurt Airport to London Heathrow Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Frankfurt Airport to London Heathrow Airport.
Handy information about Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Frankfurt Airport is about 14 kilometres from central Frankfurt. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 21 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be approximately 37 minutes.
Want a convenient hotel near FRA? If you're catching an early flight from Frankfurt Airport to London Heathrow Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Frankfurt Airport to London Heathrow Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near LHR:
Getting from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London
London Heathrow Airport to central London is around 57 minutes by car. It's approximately 31 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
It takes around 1 hour and 1 minute to get there by public transport.
When to fly to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
July is the most popular month for flights from Frankfurt Airport to London Heathrow Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to London in February.
Lock in your flight from Frankfurt Airport to London Heathrow Airport for July if you'd like to explore London during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 11ºC and 26ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from FRA to LHR in January. Temperatures average between 0ºC and 9ºC then.
More about London
Start your London trip right by finding a great stay. After booking your flight from FRA to LHR, explore our accommodation options including:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Big Ben, The British Museum and Buckingham Palace are attractions you won't want to skip in London.
London has a variety of international airports to choose from. Consider your options for jetting in or out of London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Stansted Airport (STN).
Complete your London trip with hotels and a car rental
Once you've secured your cheap ticket to London Heathrow Airport, browse our low prices and exclusive offers on hotels. You can also compare hundreds of car rental companies in one go to find the best car rental price for your London holiday.