Flying from Frankfurt to Phoenix: what you need to know
Frankfurt is home to a couple of airports where you can kick off your travels. Check out your options for booking a flight from Frankfurt to Phoenix departing from Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) or Hahn Airport (HHN).
Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport (PHX) is where your flight will arrive in Phoenix.
Phoenix is eight hours behind Frankfurt and follows the UTC-7 timezone.
To ensure you don't miss your Frankfurt to Phoenix flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is a good rule of thumb.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like September. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Phoenix
Booking in advance is often the key to locking in a cheap Frankfurt to Phoenix flight. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
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Flying from Frankfurt
Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip — and maybe even explore a different city. When browsing Frankfurt to Phoenix flights leaving from Frankfurt am Main Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Denver International Airport (DEN)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP)
The journey from central Frankfurt to FRA takes around 20 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Have an early flight from Frankfurt to Phoenix? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to Frankfurt am Main Airport:
Of all flights departing from Frankfurt am Main Airport, 74% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Hahn Airport (HHN)
You can get to HHN from the centre of Frankfurt in about 1 hour 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 2 hours 10 minutes to cover the 105 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your flight from Frankfurt to Phoenix? Check in to a hotel near Hahn Airport before your break officially begins. These stays are calling your name:
The majority of flights that depart Hahn Airport make it to their destination right on cue. It boasts a strong on-time performance rate of 84%.
Arriving in Phoenix
Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport (PHX)
Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport (PHX) to central Phoenix takes around 10 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 6 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 25 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Frankfurt to Phoenix, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near PHX:
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.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport about one week ahead of your Frankfurt to Phoenix flight.
The address for PHX is 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA) is around 40 kilometres from central Phoenix. Following your flight from Frankfurt to Phoenix, it takes approximately 30 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
Public transport will get you there in approximately 1 hour 15 minutes.
There are some comfortable places to lay your head close to AZA. Settle in and get cosy after your Frankfurt to Phoenix flight at any of these well-located options:
Forget about public transport schedules or long taxi queues. Pick up a Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport rental car and let the journey unfold your way. Compare rates and availability from Dollar, Alamo and Budget.
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Booking your ride from AZA two weeks ahead of time often means better prices and a wider selection of vehicles.
The address for Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport is 6033 S. Sossaman Rd..
Best time to go to Phoenix
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Frankfurt to Phoenix. April is the busiest month to visit Phoenix. If you want a quieter vibe, go in March.
Before locking in your Frankfurt to Phoenix tickets, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Phoenix, with temperatures ranging from 27ºC (81ºF) to 45ºC (113ºF).
Look for cheap flights from Frankfurt to Phoenix in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF) on average.
More about Phoenix
Once you've booked your flight from Frankfurt to Phoenix, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Phoenix:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Camelback Mountain, Yayoi Kusama Fireflies Infinity Mirror Room and Heard Museum are highlights which should be on every Phoenix itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
You've seen Phoenix, now it's time to explore other parts of the United States. Travel around 483 kilometres west to San Diego to check off its top attractions. From San Diego Zoo to Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 418 kilometres northwest of Phoenix, Las Vegas is another favourite stop in the United States. Start your sightseeing at Las Vegas Strip, Fountains of Bellagio and Penn & Teller.