Flying from Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) to Sydney Airport (SYD): what you need to know
Sydney is ten hours ahead of Frankfurt and is in the UTC+11 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to catch your FRA to SYD flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time such as September? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Sydney Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between FRA and SYD include:
Dubai Airport
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport
Hong Kong Intl Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) to Sydney Airport (SYD)
$881 is the lowest price for a one-way Frankfurt am Main Airport to Sydney Airport flight. A return flight starts from $1,488. These prices can change depending on availability.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from FRA to SYD. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in every month when searching for your flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Sydney Airport.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from FRA to SYD by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Sydney Airport.
Handy information about Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)
Of the flights that depart from Frankfurt am Main Airport, 74% arrive on time at their destination.
Frankfurt am Main Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Frankfurt. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport will take about 20 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Sydney Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to FRA:
Arriving at Sydney Airport (SYD)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Frankfurt am Main Airport to Sydney Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near SYD instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Sydney Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from simba car rental, Bargain Car Rentals or Yes Drive and explore beyond Sydney's main sights.
Reserving your ride from Sydney Airport about two weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
When to fly to Sydney Airport (SYD)
The quietest month for a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Sydney Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Sydney based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in your flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Sydney Airport for January if you'd like to go to Sydney during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 17ºC and 32ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from FRA to SYD in July. Temperatures average between 5ºC and 19ºC then.
Explore more of Australia
Sydney has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Australia waiting to be discovered. Around 241 kilometres south-west of Sydney, a trip to Canberra will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like National Gallery of Australia, National Portrait Gallery and Museum of Australian Democracy.
Around 121 kilometres north-east of Sydney, Newcastle is another essential stop in Australia. Experience major highlights starting with Merewether Beach, Nobbys Beach and Newcastle Beach.