Traveling from Phoenix to Frankfurt Airport (FRA): What you need to know
Planning your trip starts with figuring out where you'll fly out of in Phoenix. Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) is the city's main base, so explore your options for booking a flight from Phoenix to Frankfurt Airport (FRA) departing from here.
Frankfurt Airport is located in Frankfurt. The city operates on the UTC+1 timezone and is eight hours ahead of Phoenix.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Phoenix to FRA. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
If you're traveling during a major holiday or other peak period, allow extra time. Arrive two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
Airports in Phoenix
Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal Airport (SCF)
Located around 20 miles from central Phoenix, SCF can be reached in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 1 hour 55 minutes.
Have an early flight from Phoenix to Frankfurt Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal Airport:
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX)
Squeeze in an extra adventure with a stopover on your flight from Phoenix to Frankfurt Airport. Here's where you can connect between Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport and FRA:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Denver International Airport (DEN)
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
PHX is around 5 miles from central Phoenix. It'll take you 10 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city center. Public transport takes approximately 35 minutes.
Flying off with the first light? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport the day before your Phoenix to FRA flight:
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport has earned its reputation for punctuality. 82.57% of flights leaving here arrive right on target.
You'll find PHX at 3400 Sky Harbor Boulevard.
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)
When looking for a plane ticket from Phoenix to Frankfurt Airport (FRA) out of Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA), you have stopover options to choose from. Consider making a detour to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP), one of the most popular transit hubs on this route.
Is around AZA 35 miles from central Phoenix. Driving from the city center to the airport takes roughly 40 minutes.
Relax in bed for a little longer and still make your Phoenix to Frankfurt Airport flight with time to spare. These accommodation options near Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport make departure day a breeze if you're setting off early:
The on-time performance rating of AZA is 78.65%. In simpler terms, that's how frequently flights departing this airport arrive at their final stop as planned.
The street address of Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport is 6033 S. Sossaman Rd..
About Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Phoenix to Frankfurt Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near FRA instead:
Grab a Frankfurt Airport rental car and discover Frankfurt and beyond with your own wheels. Wheego, Alamo and OK Mobility are popular providers to choose from here.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride around three weeks ahead of your Phoenix to Frankfurt Airport flight.
Getting from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to central Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport is around 7 miles from central Frankfurt. How long it'll take to get to the center by car rental or cab depends on the time of day. Do a little research before you go.
Traveling on public transport will take you around 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix to Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Phoenix to Frankfurt Airport is $303. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $658. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Phoenix to FRA if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.
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The best time to fly from Phoenix to Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Phoenix to Frankfurt Airport (FRA). July is when most people travel to Frankfurt. If you like your getaways a little more chill, head there in February.
The warmest month in Frankfurt is July, with temperatures ranging between 54ºF and 82ºF. Book your Phoenix to FRA plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Phoenix to Frankfurt Airport in January when temperatures are between 25ºF and 45ºF.
More about Frankfurt
Once you've booked your flight from Phoenix to Frankfurt Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Frankfurt:
There are loads of terrific things to do in Frankfurt when you're ready to see the sights. Kick off your itinerary at Frankfurt Christmas Market followed by Frankfurt Book Fair and Holocaust Memorial.
Explore more of Germany
You've done Frankfurt, now it's time to explore other corners of Germany. Travel about 120 miles north-west to Essen to tick off its leading sights. From PACT Zollverein to Zollverein Coal Mine Industrial Complex in Essen and Philharmonie Essen, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Stuttgart is another must-experience destination in Germany and is around 90 miles south of Frankfurt. No journey is complete without experiencing Porsche Museum, Mercedes-Benz Museum and Marienplatz.