Flying from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Frankfurt Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 7 hours 35 minutes.
Frankfurt is five hours ahead of New York and follows the UTC+1 timezone.
Choose from 27 weekly Newark Liberty International Airport to Frankfurt Airport flights. The 18:00 departure with Lufthansa is the earliest available. United Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 23:00.
Your EWR to FRA flight won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Travelling during a peak month such as April? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Lufthansa is your gateway to exploring Frankfurt (and maybe even some other great corners of Germany!). Browse the direct flights from Newark Liberty International Airport to Frankfurt Airport offered by this popular carrier.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with Lufthansa on this route.
Among carriers operating EWR to FRA flights, Lufthansa is the most consistent for on-time landings.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Newark Liberty International Airport to Frankfurt Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between EWR and FRA:
Logan International Airport
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How to find the cheapest flights from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
$317 is the lowest price for a one-way Newark Liberty International Airport to Frankfurt Airport flight. Return flights start at $651. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
Book one month before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from EWR to FRA.
The cheapest month for flights from Newark Liberty International Airport to Frankfurt Airport is December. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment the price changes on cheap flights from EWR to FRA.
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Handy information about Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
You'll find EWR at Building 1, Conrad Road.
73.3% of flights leaving from Newark Liberty International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Newark Liberty International Airport is about 24 kilometres from central New York. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Have an early flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Frankfurt Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to EWR:
Arriving at Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
If you're getting in on a late Newark Liberty International Airport to Frankfurt Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near FRA:
Pick up a Frankfurt Airport rental car and explore Frankfurt and beyond with your own set of wheels. Wheego, Alamo and OK Mobility are popular providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride from Frankfurt Airport about three weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to central Frankfurt
From Frankfurt Airport, Frankfurt is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to drive to the centre.
It takes roughly 35 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
The quietest month for a flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Frankfurt Airport is January, while April is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Frankfurt based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Frankfurt is July, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC and 28ºC. Book your flights from Newark Liberty International Airport to Frankfurt Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from EWR to FRA in January. Temperatures average between -4ºC and 7ºC then.
Explore more of Germany
Berlin is just one of the many places in Germany waiting to be explored after you've experienced Frankfurt. Around 418 kilometres away to the north-east, popular attractions include Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
Hamburg is another sought-after destination in Germany and is around 386 kilometres north of Frankfurt. No trip is complete without a visit to Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.