Flying from Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI) to Frankfurt: what you need to know
The timezone in Frankfurt is UTC+1. The city is six hours ahead of Washington DC, where Baltimore Washington International Airport is located.
To avoid missing your BWI to Frankfurt flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling over a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from BWI to Frankfurt with a stopover. To see your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)
BWI is about 40 kilometres from central Washington DC. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 50 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Baltimore Washington International Airport to Frankfurt? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to BWI:
77% of flights departing from Baltimore Washington International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI) to Frankfurt
$542 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Baltimore Washington International Airport to Frankfurt flight. Return plane tickets start at $1,165. These prices can change based on demand and availability.
Booking early is often the key to securing a cheap flight from BWI to Frankfurt. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Baltimore Washington International Airport to Frankfurt across the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
You don't need to check back constantly to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's an updated deal for cheap flights from BWI to Frankfurt.
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Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
The distance from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to central Frankfurt is roughly 11 kilometres. It takes about 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 20 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Baltimore Washington International Airport to Frankfurt, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near FRA:
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Frankfurt Airport around three weeks in advance of your flight from BWI to Frankfurt.
Frankfurt Hahn Airport (HHN)
After your flight from Baltimore Washington International Airport to Frankfurt has hit the tarmac, you can reach the city centre in about 1 hour 25 minutes by car. Central Frankfurt is roughly 121 kilometres from Frankfurt Hahn Airport (HHN).
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 2 hours 10 minutes or so.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel close to HHN. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your BWI to Frankfurt flight:
Score the best price by securing your ride from HHN four weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Frankfurt
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Baltimore Washington International Airport to Frankfurt. September is the busiest month to visit Frankfurt. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Frankfurt is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 29ºC. Book your Baltimore Washington International Airport to Frankfurt plane ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BWI to Frankfurt in January when temperatures average between -4ºC and 7ºC.
More about Frankfurt
Once you've booked your flight from Baltimore Washington International Airport to Frankfurt, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Frankfurt:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Bildungsstatte Anne Frank, Van Gogh Alive Frankfurt and Main Tower are essential stops on your Frankfurt itinerary.
Explore more of Germany
Frankfurt will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of Germany you'll want to see. About 418 kilometres northeast of Frankfurt, a trip to Berlin will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall and Parliament Building.
If you want to check out another side of Germany, head for Hamburg, about 386 kilometres north of Frankfurt. Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg are key reasons to visit.