Flying from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 45 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Manchester Airport to Frankfurt Airport.
Frankfurt's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Frankfurt one hour ahead of Manchester.
Choose from 38 weekly Manchester Airport to Frankfurt Airport flights. The 05:55 departure with Lufthansa is the earliest flight you can take. Lufthansa operates the latest service of the day at 18:10.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport on time to catch your MAN to FRA flight.
Flying during a peak time such as August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Lufthansa is your gateway to exploring Frankfurt (and perhaps some other exciting parts of Germany!). Check out the direct flights from Manchester Airport to Frankfurt Airport offered by this popular airline.
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is Lufthansa.
Lufthansa is the most punctual carrier that operates MAN to FRA flights.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Manchester Airport to Frankfurt Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Stopovers between MAN and FRA include:
Brussels Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
London Heathrow Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Manchester Airport to Frankfurt Airport flight is 57 €. A return plane ticket is currently 135 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To secure cheap tickets from MAN to FRA, book your journey five months ahead of your departure date.
April is the cheapest month for flights from Manchester Airport to Frankfurt Airport. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from MAN to FRA by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Find the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Manchester Airport to Frankfurt Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Manchester Airport (MAN)
Of the departures from Manchester Airport, 59.39% touch down on time at their destination.
Manchester Airport is around 18 kilometres from central Manchester. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport takes about 1 hour 5 minutes.
Get your journey off to a stress-free start by staying near MAN. Whether you have an early flight from Manchester Airport to Frankfurt Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Consider staying in a hotel close to FRA if you're on a late Manchester Airport to Frankfurt Airport flight. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Frankfurt Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Wheego, Alamo or OK Mobility and experience the lesser-explored corners of Frankfurt and beyond.
Booking your ride from Frankfurt Airport around three weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to central Frankfurt
From Frankfurt Airport, Frankfurt is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting there by public transport typically takes 35 minutes.
When to fly to Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Manchester Airport to Frankfurt Airport. April is the most popular month to head to Frankfurt. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in January.
Lock in your flight from Manchester Airport to Frankfurt Airport for July if you'd like to go to Frankfurt during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -4ºC (25ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Look for cheap tickets from MAN to FRA around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Germany
Berlin is just one of the many places in Germany waiting to be discovered after you've experienced 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 essential stop in Germany. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.