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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from London City to Frankfurt? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like London City to Frankfurt flights are currently cheapest in December.

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Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from London City to Frankfurt? You could fly into the following airports instead.

London to Frankfurt: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$297
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time1 hr, 29 mins
Most popular airlineBritish Airways
Average flights per week71

Finding cheap flights from London City to Frankfurt: Frequently asked questions

There are 3 airports in Frankfurt: Frankfurt am Main, Mannheim and Frankfurt Hahn.
The best price we found for a return flight from London City to Frankfurt is $297. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 29 minutes is the average flight time from London City to Frankfurt.
British Airways, BA Cityflyer and Lufthansa fly direct from London City to Frankfurt.
As of April 2025, there are 71 flights per week flying from London City to Frankfurt.
The cheapest month to fly from London City to Frankfurt is usually April 2025.
If you're flying from London City Airport, the cheapest airport near Frankfurt is Frankfurt am Main – which is 11.8 km away from the centre of Frankfurt. We've found flights into this airport from $297.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from London City Airport to Frankfurt on Tuesday, 23 September 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 29 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Frankfurt but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Frankfurt is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In April, the average temperature is usually around 9°C. July is typically the warmest month in Frankfurt, when it usually averages around 25°C. You can expect the least rain in April. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -3°C. The rainiest month is July.
Currently, Lufthansa offers the cheapest flight tickets to Frankfurt.

Flying from London City Airport (LCY) to Frankfurt: what you need to know

  • Expect to be travelling for 1 hour 30 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from London City Airport to Frankfurt.

  • The timezone in Frankfurt is UTC+1. The city is 1 hour ahead of London, where London City Airport is located.

  • The most popular route is from London City Airport (LCY) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA). Choose from 44 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to take off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from LCY to FRA is the 07:05 British Airways service. If you prefer travelling later, the last departure is at 19:10 with Air Dolomiti.

  • For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your flight from LCY to Frankfurt.

  • Travelling over a peak time like June? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • You can get a direct flight from London City Airport to Frankfurt. Begin your trip at LCY and arrive at Frankfurt Airport (FRA).

  • You'll find a good selection of airlines operating direct flights from London City Airport to Frankfurt, including:

  • We make it a cinch to plan a flight from LCY to Frankfurt that includes a stopover. To see your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:

    • Dublin Airport (DUB)

    • Malaga Airport (AGP)

    • Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)

  • You won't need a visa for Germany if you hold a passport from United Kingdom and are visiting for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements can change. So before organising your cheap tickets from London City Airport to Frankfurt, check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the latest rules.

  • LCY is about 11 kilometres from central London. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 29 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be approximately 33 minutes.

  • Catching an early flight from London City Airport to Frankfurt? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to LCY:

How to find the cheapest flights from London City Airport (LCY) to Frankfurt

  • $138 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from London City Airport to Frankfurt. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $297. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.

  • Book 3 months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from LCY to Frankfurt.

  • The cheapest month for tickets from London City Airport to Frankfurt is November. Compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest travel date.

  • Create a Price Alert for flight tickets from LCY to Frankfurt. You don't need to look every day to see if fares have dropped. We'll notify you as soon as there's a change in price.

  • Use the filters to tailor your flights from London City Airport to Frankfurt. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

Airports in Frankfurt

Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

  • Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to central Frankfurt takes about 21 minutes by car. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.

  • If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 37 minutes.

  • Consider booking a hotel close to FRA if you're taking a late flight from London City Airport to Frankfurt. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:

Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)

  • As soon as your flight from London City Airport to Frankfurt has arrived, you can reach the city centre in about 1 hour and 32 minutes by car. Central Frankfurt is approximately 121 kilometres from Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN).

  • You can also travel by public transport, which typically takes 2 hours and 40 minutes.

  • There are some great places where you can make a pit stop near HHN. Settle in and get cosy after your flight from LCY to Frankfurt at one of these well-located options:

Best time to go to Frankfurt

  • It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from London City Airport to Frankfurt. July is the most popular month to visit Frankfurt. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in February.

  • The warmest month in Frankfurt is July, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC and 28ºC. Book your flights from London City Airport to Frankfurt in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • Look for cheap flights from LCY to Frankfurt in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -4ºC and 7ºC on average.

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