Flying from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Dublin Airport to Frankfurt Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 5 minutes.
Frankfurt is one hour ahead of Dublin and follows the UTC+1 timezone.
Each week, there are 102 Dublin Airport to Frankfurt Airport flights. If you want to get going as early as possible, opt for the 05:05 Lufthansa flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the latest flight is at 17:35 with Lufthansa.
Your DUB to FRA flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Jetting into Frankfurt (and then discovering more of Germany!) is a cinch with Aer Lingus. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Dublin Airport to Frankfurt Airport.
Aer Lingus is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
Aer Lingus ranks as the leading on-time carrier for DUB to FRA flights, with 86.6% of its services landing on schedule.
If you want to explore another city along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Dublin Airport to Frankfurt Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between DUB and FRA:
Dusseldorf International Airport
Birmingham International Airport
Manchester Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Right now, 41 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Dublin Airport to Frankfurt Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 90 €. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
Get cheap tickets from DUB to FRA by booking five months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
April is the cheapest month for flights from Dublin Airport to Frankfurt Airport. If you prefer to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for each month.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from DUB to FRA.
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Handy information about Dublin Airport (DUB)
When it comes to Dublin Airport's on-time performance, data shows 72.87% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Dublin Airport is about 21 kilometres from central Dublin. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport takes about 2 hours 10 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near DUB. Whether you're catching an early flight from Dublin Airport to Frankfurt Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
If you have a late Dublin Airport to Frankfurt Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near FRA:
Travel at your own pace with a Frankfurt Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Wheego, Alamo or OK Mobility and see more of Frankfurt and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Frankfurt Airport about three weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to central Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport to central Frankfurt has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
Getting there by public transport will take you roughly 35 minutes.
When to fly to Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Dublin Airport to Frankfurt Airport. April is the busiest month to head to Frankfurt. If you're after a more low-key vibe, go in January.
Lock in your flight from Dublin Airport to Frankfurt Airport for July if you'd like to explore Frankfurt during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -4ºC (25ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Look for cheap tickets from DUB to FRA sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
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 away to the north-east, its best attractions include Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
If you're eager to discover another major destination in Germany, head for Hamburg, about 386 kilometres north of Frankfurt. Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg are key reasons to visit.