Flying from Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ) to Frankfurt: what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Sarajevo International Airport to Frankfurt and you'll be travelling for around 1 hour 45 minutes.
Sarajevo (the location of Sarajevo International Airport) and Frankfurt share the same timezone — UTC+1.
The most popular route is from Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA). Take your pick of ten services every week between these two airports. Lufthansa offers a 06:15 departure between SJJ and FRA.
To avoid missing your SJJ to Frankfurt flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
If you're travelling during a bank holiday or another peak period, give yourself extra time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
Start your journey at SJJ and travel nonstop to Frankfurt Airport (FRA). That's where you can expect to touch down when searching for Sarajevo International Airport to Frankfurt tickets.
Look out for offers from Lufthansa. This airline has direct flights from Sarajevo International Airport to Frankfurt.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and possibly even tick off a new city. When browsing for plane tickets from SJJ to Frankfurt, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
The journey from central Sarajevo to SJJ takes about 55 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 10 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near SJJ. Whether you're catching an early flight from Sarajevo International Airport to Frankfurt or just don't like being rushed, these hotels put convenience first:
Of the departures from Sarajevo International Airport, 67.19% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ) to Frankfurt
54 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Sarajevo International Airport to Frankfurt flight. A round-trip ticket right now is 129 €. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap flights from SJJ to Frankfurt, book your trip four months ahead of your planned departure.
Organise your trip for August. That's the best month for scoring an epic deal on Sarajevo International Airport to Frankfurt tickets. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to access the cheapest price across every month.
Save time searching for cheap flights from SJJ to Frankfurt by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
Snag an affordable flight from Sarajevo International Airport to Frankfurt with the help of our filters. Select your ideal times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to central Frankfurt takes about 20 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 14 kilometres away.
It typically takes 35 minutes to get there using public transport.
Book a hotel close to FRA if you have a late flight from Sarajevo International Airport to Frankfurt. Check in to one of these accommodation options and make arrival day easier:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Frankfurt Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Wheego, Alamo or OK Mobility and explore beyond Frankfurt's main sights.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Frankfurt Airport about three weeks ahead of your flight from SJJ to Frankfurt.
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
Central Frankfurt is located around 121 kilometres from Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN). Once your flight from Sarajevo International Airport to Frankfurt has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 1 hour 30 minutes.
The journey will take roughly 2 hours 40 minutes on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to HHN. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your SJJ to Frankfurt flight:
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Frankfurt - Hahn Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Flex To Go, Alamo or Keddy By Europcar and be on your way in a flash.
Call dibs on the best options. Securing your ride from HHN four weeks in advance often means lower prices and a wider choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Frankfurt
Plan your trip to Frankfurt in peak season if you prefer a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Sarajevo International Airport to Frankfurt during the off-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 Sarajevo 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). Search for a cheap ticket from SJJ to Frankfurt around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Frankfurt
After booking your flight from Sarajevo International Airport to Frankfurt, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Frankfurt:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Goethe House, Palmengarten and Frankfurt Cathedral are major attractions which should be on any well-planned Frankfurt itinerary.
Explore more of Germany
Frankfurt has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Germany you should also see. Around 418 kilometres north-east of Frankfurt, a visit to Berlin will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
Around 386 kilometres north of Frankfurt, Hamburg is another essential stop in Germany. No visit is complete without checking out Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.