Flying from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to Frankfurt: what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Frankfurt and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours 5 minutes.
Frankfurt is two hours behind Istanbul, where Sabiha Gokcen International Airport is located. Frankfurt follows the UTC+1 timezone.
With 20 flights a week between the two airports, Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is the most popular route. Pegasus operates the earliest flight at 09:10. If you prefer to make the most of your day before taking off, the latest flight from SAW to FRA is with Pegasus at 17:25.
To avoid rushing for your SAW to Frankfurt flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
If you're heading away during a major holiday or another peak period, give yourself more time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
Direct Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Frankfurt tickets are available for booking. Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is where you'll complete your journey.
Book your favourite seat with AJet. This leading carrier offers direct flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Frankfurt.
We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from SAW to Frankfurt with a stopover. To see the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
SAW is about 31 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 55 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Frankfurt? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to SAW:
Of all flights leaving Sabiha Gokcen International Airport, 76.93% arrive on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to Frankfurt
35 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Frankfurt flight. A return ticket right now is 104 €. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from SAW to Frankfurt if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
Scoring cheap tickets from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Frankfurt is easier if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to get the lowest fares across each month and score an awesome deal.
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Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
The distance from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to central Frankfurt is roughly 14 kilometres. It'll take you around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes around 35 minutes when travelling by public transport.
Consider staying in a hotel near FRA if you have a late flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Frankfurt. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a Frankfurt Airport rental car and explore Frankfurt and beyond with your own wheels. Wheego, Alamo and OK Mobility are top providers to choose from here.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Frankfurt Airport around three weeks ahead of your flight from SAW to Frankfurt.
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
Once your flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Frankfurt has arrived, you can reach the city centre in around 1 hour 30 minutes by car. Central Frankfurt is roughly 121 kilometres from Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN).
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll reach the centre in 2 hours 40 minutes or so.
Following your SAW to Frankfurt flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to HHN. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Frankfurt - Hahn Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Flex To Go, Alamo or Keddy By Europcar and hit the road in a heartbeat.
Avoid paying extra. Reserving your ride four weeks before your arrival at HHN will help you stay within budget.
Best time to go to Frankfurt
Travel to Frankfurt during peak season if you like a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices may be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Frankfurt in the low season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
The warmest month in Frankfurt is July, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Book your Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Frankfurt plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
January sees average temperatures of between -4ºC (25ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from SAW to Frankfurt around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Frankfurt
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Frankfurt right here. Explore these hotels once you've booked your flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Frankfurt:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Goethe House, Palmengarten and Frankfurt Cathedral are top attractions which should be on any well-planned Frankfurt itinerary.
Explore more of Germany
Berlin is just one of the many cities in Germany waiting to be explored after you've seen Frankfurt. Around 418 kilometres away to the north-east, its best attractions include Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
Around 386 kilometres north of Frankfurt, Hamburg is another favourite stop in Germany. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.