Flying from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Zurich Airport to Frankfurt Airport is 1 hour 5 minutes.
Zurich and Frankfurt share the same timezone, UTC+1.
Every week, there are 83 Zurich Airport to Frankfurt Airport flights. To take off early, select the 07:00 SWISS flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the latest flight is at 20:00 with Lufthansa.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your ZRH to FRA flight.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Lufthansa offers direct flights from Zurich Airport to Frankfurt Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Frankfurt — and maybe even more of Germany if time allows.
Lufthansa has the highest passenger demand on this route.
The most punctual carrier that offers ZRH to FRA flights is Lufthansa. Its services land as planned 69.26% of the time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
38 € is the best price for a one-way Zurich Airport to Frankfurt Airport flight. A return flight starts from 101 €. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
Get cheap tickets from ZRH to FRA by booking seven months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Zurich Airport to Frankfurt Airport. If you prefer to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for each month.
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Handy information about Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Of the departures from Zurich Airport, 69.02% land on schedule at their destination.
To get to Zurich Airport from central Zurich, it'll take around 20 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 35 minutes.
Get your travels off to a stress-free start by staying near ZRH. Whether you have an early flight from Zurich Airport to Frankfurt Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Consider staying in a hotel near FRA if you're on a late Zurich Airport to Frankfurt Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Hit the road running 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.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Frankfurt Airport around three weeks before you travel.
Getting from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to central Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport is approximately 14 kilometres from the centre of Frankfurt. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
When to fly to Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Zurich Airport to Frankfurt Airport. April is the most popular month to visit Frankfurt. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in January.
Lock in your flight from Zurich Airport to Frankfurt Airport for July if you want to go to Frankfurt during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from ZRH to FRA in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -4ºC (25ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.
Explore more of Germany
Berlin is just one of the many cities in Germany waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Frankfurt. Around 418 kilometres away to the north-east, popular attractions include Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
Hamburg is another must-experience destination in Germany and is around 386 kilometres north of Frankfurt. No trip is complete without experiencing Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.