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168 € Cheap Flights from Dresden to Frankfurt am Main

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Dresden to Frankfurt am Main? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Frankfurt.168 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 24 Jul, returning Sun, 26 Jul.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound direct flight with Lufthansa departs from Dresden on Fri, 24 Jul, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Inbound direct flight with Lufthansa departs from Frankfurt am Main on Sun, 26 Jul, arriving in Dresden.Price includes taxes and charges.From 168 €, select.
Frankfurt.168 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 9 Oct, returning Sun, 11 Oct.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound direct flight with Lufthansa departs from Dresden on Fri, 9 Oct, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Inbound direct flight with Lufthansa departs from Frankfurt am Main on Sun, 11 Oct, arriving in Dresden.Price includes taxes and charges.From 168 €, select.
Frankfurt.168 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 2 Apr, returning Sun, 5 Apr.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound direct flight with Lufthansa departs from Dresden on Thu, 2 Apr, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Inbound direct flight with Lufthansa departs from Frankfurt am Main on Sun, 5 Apr, arriving in Dresden.Price includes taxes and charges.From 168 €, select.
Frankfurt.168 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 16 Jul, returning Mon, 10 Aug.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound direct flight with Lufthansa departs from Dresden on Thu, 16 Jul, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Inbound direct flight with Lufthansa departs from Frankfurt am Main on Mon, 10 Aug, arriving in Dresden.Price includes taxes and charges.From 168 €, select.
Frankfurt.168 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Sep, returning Sun, 6 Sep.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound direct flight with Lufthansa departs from Dresden on Tue, 1 Sep, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Inbound direct flight with Lufthansa departs from Frankfurt am Main on Sun, 6 Sep, arriving in Dresden.Price includes taxes and charges.From 168 €, select.
Frankfurt.168 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 25 May, returning Tue, 2 Jun.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound direct flight with Lufthansa departs from Dresden on Mon, 25 May, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Inbound direct flight with Lufthansa departs from Frankfurt am Main on Tue, 2 Jun, arriving in Dresden.Price includes taxes and charges.From 168 €, select.
Frankfurt.168 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 5 Sep, returning Sun, 4 Oct.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound direct flight with Lufthansa departs from Dresden on Sat, 5 Sep, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Inbound direct flight with Lufthansa departs from Frankfurt am Main on Sun, 4 Oct, arriving in Dresden.Price includes taxes and charges.From 168 €, select.
Frankfurt.168 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 5 Jun, returning Mon, 8 Jun.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound direct flight with Lufthansa departs from Dresden on Fri, 5 Jun, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Inbound direct flight with Lufthansa departs from Frankfurt am Main on Mon, 8 Jun, arriving in Dresden.Price includes taxes and charges.From 168 €, select.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Dresden to Frankfurt am Main flights are currently cheapest in March.
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Dresden to Frankfurt am Main: Alternative routes

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Dresden to Frankfurt: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found168 €
Cheapest month to flyMarch
Average flight time1 hr, 5 mins
Most popular airlineLufthansa
Average flights per week197

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Dresden to Frankfurt am Main is 168 €. 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 5 minutes is the average flight time from Dresden to Frankfurt am Main.
Lufthansa, United and Air Canada fly direct from Dresden to Frankfurt am Main.
As of February 2026, there are 197 flights per week flying from Dresden to Frankfurt am Main.
The cheapest month to fly from Dresden to Frankfurt am Main is usually March.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Dresden Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport on Saturday, 28 March 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 5 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.
Currently, Lufthansa offers the cheapest flight tickets to Frankfurt am Main.

Flying from Dresden International Airport (DRS) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA): what you need to know

  • Hop on a direct flight from Dresden International Airport to Frankfurt Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 5 minutes.

  • Frankfurt's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Dresden.

  • Take your pick of 82 weekly Dresden International Airport to Frankfurt Airport flights. The 05:55 departure with Lufthansa is the earliest available. Air Dolomiti operates the last service of the day at 19:00.

  • Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your DRS to FRA flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.

  • Travelling during a peak month such as April? Major public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • Air Dolomiti is your ticket to exploring Frankfurt (and maybe even some other exciting corners of Germany!). Browse the direct flights from Dresden International Airport to Frankfurt Airport offered by this airline.

  • The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is Air Dolomiti.

  • Lufthansa stands out as the most punctual carrier for DRS to FRA flights, with 80.28% of services arriving on schedule.

  • We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Dresden International Airport to Frankfurt Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some great stopovers between DRS and FRA include:

    • Franz Josef Strauss Airport

    • Zurich Airport

    • Antalya Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Dresden International Airport (DRS) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Dresden International Airport to Frankfurt Airport flight is 116 €. A round-trip plane ticket right now is 168 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.

  • Book seven months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from DRS to FRA.

  • June is the cheapest month for flights from Dresden International Airport to Frankfurt Airport. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.

  • Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from DRS to FRA by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when fares go down.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Dresden International Airport to Frankfurt Airport.

Handy information about Dresden International Airport (DRS)

  • 84.36% of flights leaving Dresden International Airport land at their destination according to schedule. Given its strong performance rating, you're unlikely to face delays when flying out of DRS.

  • Dresden International Airport is around 13 kilometres from central Dresden. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • You can expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport.

  • Get your travels off to a stress-free start by staying near DRS. Whether you've booked an early flight from Dresden International Airport to Frankfurt Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:

Arriving at Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

Getting from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to central Frankfurt

  • From Frankfurt Airport, Frankfurt is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • It typically takes 35 minutes to get there by public transport.

When to fly to Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Dresden International Airport to Frankfurt Airport is January, while April is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Frankfurt based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.

  • Lock in your flight from Dresden International Airport to Frankfurt Airport for July if you want to go to Frankfurt during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from DRS to FRA in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -4ºC (25ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.

Explore more of Germany

  • Berlin is just one of the many places in Germany waiting to be explored once you've seen Frankfurt. Around 418 kilometres away to the north-east, top sights here include Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.

  • Around 386 kilometres north of Frankfurt, Hamburg is another favourite stop in Germany. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.

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