Flying from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Frankfurt: what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from London Gatwick Airport to Frankfurt and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 35 minutes.
London Gatwick Airport is located in London. Based in the UTC+1 timezone, Frankfurt is 1 hour ahead of London.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is the most traveled route, with 2 flights a week to choose from. If you prefer starting your day later, the last flight from LGW to FRA is with Lufthansa at 17:45. Go for the first departure operated by Lufthansa at 11:15 if you want to fly out earlier.
To ensure you catch your flight from LGW to Frankfurt, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Direct flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Frankfurt are available for booking. Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is where you'll be landing.
Book your ticket with Lufthansa. This popular airline offers direct flights from London Gatwick Airport to Frankfurt.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a travel break — and perhaps even tour another city. When browsing flights from LGW to Frankfurt, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
You don't need a visa for Germany if you hold a passport from United Kingdom and are travelling for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements can change. So before locking in your cheap tickets from London Gatwick Airport to Frankfurt, check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for up-to-date information.
Travelling from central London to LGW takes about 1 hour and 26 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 80 kilometres in 1 hour and 19 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Frankfurt? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to LGW:
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Frankfurt
$102 is the best price for a one-way ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Frankfurt. Return flights start from $207. These fares may change based on availability.
To secure cheap tickets from LGW to Frankfurt, reserve your journey 11 months before your planned departure.
July is the cheapest month for tickets from London Gatwick Airport to Frankfurt. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
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Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to the centre of Frankfurt is about 21 minutes by car. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 37 minutes.
Reserve a hotel near FRA if you're taking a late flight from London Gatwick Airport to Frankfurt. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
Central Frankfurt is about 121 kilometres from Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN). After your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Frankfurt has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should take about 1 hour and 32 minutes.
You can expect the trip to take approximately 2 hours and 40 minutes on public transport.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near HHN. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from LGW to Frankfurt:
Best time to go to Frankfurt
July is the busiest month for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Frankfurt. To avoid the crowds, head for Frankfurt in February when things are quieter.
The warmest month in Frankfurt is July, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC and 28ºC. Book your flights from London Gatwick Airport to Frankfurt in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees average temperatures of between -4ºC and 7ºC. Look for cheap flights from LGW to Frankfurt sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
More about Frankfurt
Start your Frankfurt trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Frankfurt, browse our range of accommodation options including:
Palmengarten and Goethe House are just a couple of the major attractions to add to your Frankfurt travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Frankfurt Cathedral.
Complete your Frankfurt trip with a car rental
Select one of our car rentals in Frankfurt and explore the city on your own terms. Easily compare options in one place to find the ideal ride after booking your hotel and cheap flights from London Gatwick Airport to Frankfurt.