Travelling from Belfast to Frankfurt: what you need to know
Belfast is home to a couple of airports where you can set off on your adventure. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Belfast to Frankfurt leaving from Belfast International Airport (BFS) or George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD).
Hop off your plane in Frankfurt at Frankfurt Airport (FRA) or Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN).
Frankfurt is one hour ahead of Belfast and is in the UTC+1 timezone.
To ensure you make your Belfast to Frankfurt flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a popular month such as August? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Belfast to Frankfurt
To find cheap Belfast to Frankfurt flights, book early. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest plane tickets from Belfast to Frankfurt across the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from Belfast to Frankfurt by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops by using the filters. Alternatively, sort your Belfast to Frankfurt flight results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest.'
Flying from Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper Belfast to Frankfurt flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Belfast International Airport. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Manchester Airport (MAN)
Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
The journey from central Belfast to BFS takes around 2 hours by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Booked an early flight from Belfast to Frankfurt? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to Belfast International Airport:
Of the flights that depart from Belfast International Airport, 67.55% touch down on time at their destination.
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
Break up your Belfast to Frankfurt flight with a stop so you can stretch your legs or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Popular stopovers between George Best Belfast City Airport and Frankfurt are:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI)
You can reach BHD from central Belfast in about 10 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 20 minutes to travel the 5 kilometres or so.
You're going on holiday, so why not enjoy an extra night away? Consider kicking back in one of these accommodation options near George Best Belfast City Airport the day before your flight from Belfast to Frankfurt:
68% of flights taking off from George Best Belfast City Airport meet their expected arrival time.
Arriving in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to central Frankfurt takes around 20 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 11 kilometres away.
It typically takes 35 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
Reserve a hotel close to FRA if you're coming in on a late flight from Belfast to Frankfurt. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Frankfurt Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Wheego, Alamo or OK Mobility and discover more of Frankfurt and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Frankfurt Airport about three weeks ahead of your Belfast to Frankfurt flight.
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
After your flight from Belfast to Frankfurt has hit the tarmac, you can make your way to the city centre in around 1 hour 30 minutes by car. Central Frankfurt is roughly 105 kilometres from Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN).
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 2 hours 40 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to HHN. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your flight from Belfast to Frankfurt:
Forget about public transport timetables or waiting in a long cab line. Pick up a Frankfurt - Hahn Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. Compare rates and availability from Flex To Go, Alamo and Keddy By Europcar.
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Securing your ride from HHN four weeks ahead of time often means more savings and a wider range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Frankfurt
January is the quietest month for flights from Belfast to Frankfurt, while April is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Frankfurt based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Before locking in your Belfast to Frankfurt tickets, think about the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Frankfurt, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Belfast to Frankfurt in January when temperatures average between -4ºC (25ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF).
More about Frankfurt
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Frankfurt right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Belfast to Frankfurt:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Palmengarten, Goethe House and Frankfurt Cathedral are highlights which should be on any good Frankfurt itinerary.
Explore more of Germany
Berlin is just one of the many cities in Germany waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Frankfurt. Around 418 kilometres to the north-east, popular attractions include Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
If you want to check out another great destination in Germany, consider Hamburg, about 386 kilometres north of Frankfurt. Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg are the start of reasons to visit.
