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New York to Frankfurt am Main: Alternative routes

Compare routes from New York to Frankfurt below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Frankfurt am Main.

New York to Frankfurt: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$696
Cheapest month to flyNovember
Average flight time7 hrs, 45 mins
Most popular airlineUnited
Average flights per week184

Finding cheap flights from New York to Frankfurt am Main: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from New York to Frankfurt am Main is $696. 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.
7 hours and 44 minutes is the average flight time from New York to Frankfurt am Main.
United, Lufthansa and Brussels Airlines fly direct from New York to Frankfurt am Main.
As of February 2025, there are 184 flights per week flying from New York to Frankfurt am Main.
The cheapest month to fly from New York to Frankfurt am Main is usually February 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from New York to Frankfurt am Main Airport on Saturday, 1 November 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 7 hours and 44 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 am Main 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.

Travelling from New York to Frankfurt Airport (FRA): what you need to know

  • Organising your flight from New York to Frankfurt Airport (FRA) begins with finding the best airport to start your holiday. Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA) are the main departure points in New York.

  • The average duration of a direct flight from New York to Frankfurt Airport is 7 hours 35 minutes.

  • The timezone in Frankfurt is UTC+1, which is 5 hours ahead of New York. Frankfurt Airport is located in Frankfurt.

  • The busiest route is from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA), with 44 direct weekly services. If you'd like to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from EWR to FRA is the 15:45 Lufthansa service. If you prefer travelling later, the last departure is at 23:10 with Lufthansa.

  • To ensure you catch your flight from New York to FRA, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.

  • With more people on the move during peak months like August, be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and as much as four for international journeys will help you deal with longer queues. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like July Fourth.

Airports in New York

Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

  • You can hop on a direct flight from New York to Frankfurt Airport (FRA) out of Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR).

  • Book your direct flight from New York to Frankfurt Airport with United. This top carrier operates services from EWR.

  • Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a travel break — and possibly even visit a new city. When browsing flights from New York to FRA leaving from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:

    • Dublin Airport (DUB)

    • Logan International Airport (BOS)

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)

  • The distance from central New York to EWR is roughly 24 kilometres. Use travel apps like Google Maps for the quickest way to get there, whether that's in your own car or with public transport.

  • Need a handy hotel close to Newark Liberty International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from New York to Frankfurt Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:

John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

  • Planning to leave from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)? You can book a direct flight from New York to Frankfurt Airport (FRA) out of this busy hub.

  • Numerous airlines offer direct flights from New York to FRA departing from JFK. Book your favourite seat with any of these carriers and you'll get there before you realise it:

  • Maximise your holiday with a stopover on your flight from New York to Frankfurt Airport. Visit friends or family or cross another city off your list. Whatever you want to do, here's where you can stop between John F. Kennedy International Airport and FRA:

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)

  • You can reach JFK from central New York in approximately 48 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 20 minutes to travel the 48 kilometres or so.

  • Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your flight from New York to FRA? Relax in a hotel near John F. Kennedy International Airport before your adventure officially begins. These stays are calling your name:

About Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

  • If you're arriving on a late flight from New York to Frankfurt Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near FRA:

Getting from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to central Frankfurt

  • Frankfurt Airport to the centre of Frankfurt takes about 21 minutes by car. It's approximately 14 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.

  • Getting there on public transport takes roughly 37 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

  • $362 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from New York to Frankfurt Airport. Return flights start from $696. Prices are subject to change based on availability and may vary at the time of booking.

  • Get flight tickets from New York to FRA by booking 3 months ahead. Based on flight price data, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.

  • You'll land the best savings on your tickets from New York to Frankfurt Airport if you plan your break for December. Take it one step further and use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest day to fly out.

  • Set up a Price Alert for flight tickets from New York to FRA. You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped. We'll update you the moment the price changes.

  • Use the filters to tailor your flights from New York to Frankfurt Airport. Enter your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

The best time to fly from New York to Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

  • July is the most popular month for flights from New York to Frankfurt Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Frankfurt in February when it's quieter.

  • Think about the type of weather that'll work with your plans for Frankfurt. July is known as the warmest month. Lock in your flights from New York to FRA sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 12ºC and 28ºC.

  • If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from New York to Frankfurt Airport in January when temperatures average between -4ºC and 7ºC.

More about Frankfurt

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Frankfurt right here. Check out these hotels once you've booked your flight from New York to Frankfurt Airport:

  • Palmengarten and Goethe House are just two of the top-rated attractions to put on your Frankfurt to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Frankfurt Cathedral.

Complete your Frankfurt trip with a car rental

  • Finding you a cheap flight from New York to Frankfurt Airport isn't our only party trick. Check out our car rentals in Frankfurt and explore at your own pace. We find deals from trusted car rental providers and put them all in one place. You can instantly compare rates and then book with no fees.

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