Flying from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Frankfurt Airport to London Heathrow Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 45 minutes.
London is one hour behind Frankfurt and is in the UTC+0 timezone.
Each week, there are 156 Frankfurt Airport to London Heathrow Airport flights. If you prefer to take off as early as possible, select the 06:35 British Airways flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before you fly, the last departure is at 21:30 with Lufthansa.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport with enough time to board your FRA to LHR flight.
During popular months like April, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a high season in general.
British Airways offers direct flights from Frankfurt Airport to London Heathrow Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in London — and maybe even more of United Kingdom if you have time.
British Airways is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
Lufthansa is the most punctual carrier that operates FRA to LHR flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Frankfurt Airport to London Heathrow Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between FRA and LHR:
Dusseldorf International Airport
Brussels Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Frankfurt Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight is 84 €. A round-trip fare right now is 140 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from FRA to LHR if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
November is the cheapest month for flights from Frankfurt Airport to London Heathrow Airport. If you're looking to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from FRA to LHR.
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Handy information about Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
67.47% of flights that depart Frankfurt Airport land at their destination on schedule.
To reach Frankfurt Airport from central Frankfurt, it takes around 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 35 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to FRA? If you've booked an early flight from Frankfurt Airport to London Heathrow Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Consider staying in a hotel close to LHR if you have a late Frankfurt Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a London Heathrow Airport rental car and discover London and beyond with your own set of wheels. Surprice, U-Save and Green Motion are top outlets you can book with here.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride from London Heathrow Airport around one week ahead of your trip.
Getting from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London
From London Heathrow Airport, London is approximately 31 kilometres away. It takes around 55 minutes to reach the centre by car.
Getting there by public transport will take you around 1 hour.
When to fly to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Frankfurt Airport to London Heathrow Airport. July is the busiest month to visit London. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
Lock in your flight from Frankfurt Airport to London Heathrow Airport for July if you'd like to visit London during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from FRA to LHR in January. Temperatures average between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Birmingham is just one of the many cities in United Kingdom waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of London. Around 161 kilometres away to the north-west, well-known attractions include Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
Bristol is another sought-after destination in United Kingdom and is around 177 kilometres west of London. No journey is complete without visiting Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.