Travelling from Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport (PHX): what you need to know
Phoenix is eight hours behind Frankfurt and is in the UTC-7 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your FRA to PHX flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
Flying during a peak month such as September? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some great stopovers between FRA and PHX include:
Denver International Airport
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Minneapolis St Paul Airport
Handy information about Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)
Of all flights leaving Frankfurt am Main Airport, 74% arrive on time at their destination.
To get to Frankfurt am Main Airport from central Frankfurt, it takes around 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport will take about 20 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to FRA:
Arriving at Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport (PHX)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Frankfurt am Main Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near PHX instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Europcar, Dollar or Thrifty and discover more of Phoenix and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport about one week in advance of your trip.
Getting from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport (PHX) to central Phoenix
You'll find PHX at 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to the centre of Phoenix has a drive time of around 10 minutes. It's approximately 5 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes about 25 minutes.
When to fly to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport (PHX)
The quietest month for a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport is March, while April is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Phoenix based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
When reserving your flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Phoenix, with the temperature ranging from 27ºC (81ºF) to 45ºC (113ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF). Look for cheap tickets from FRA to PHX around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United States
You've seen Phoenix, now it's time to discover other parts of the United States. Travel around 483 kilometres west to San Diego to check off its popular sights. From San Diego Zoo to San Diego Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 418 kilometres north-west of Phoenix, Las Vegas is another essential stop in the United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Ciudad del Pecado o Las Vegas, Las Vegas Strip and Fountains of Bellagio.