Travelling from Frankfurt to Nuremberg Airport (NUE): What you need to know
Frankfurt's main airport is Frankfurt Airport (FRA). Check out your options for leaving from this base when searching for flights from Frankfurt to Nuremberg Airport (NUE).
The average duration of a direct Frankfurt to Nuremberg Airport flight is 45 minutes.
Frankfurt and Nuremberg (where Nuremberg Airport is located) share the UTC+1 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch when you land.
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Nuremberg Airport (NUE) is the most popular route. There are 32 direct weekly flights to choose from. If you prefer a later start to the day, hop on the last flight with Lufthansa at 10:15pm. Choose the first FRA to NUE departure with Lufthansa at 6:40am if you'd rather get a move on.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Frankfurt to NUE. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to skip the mad dash to your gate.
Popular months like September or other busy periods mean longer waiting times and potential delays. Stick to your schedule by arriving at the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) makes it easy to travel directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Frankfurt to Nuremberg Airport (NUE) depart from this terminal.
Lufthansa is a popular airline that operates direct flights from Frankfurt to Nuremberg Airport departing from FRA.
Lufthansa is the most frequently chosen airline for flights from FRA to NUE.
Lufthansa is the most punctual carrier. An exceptional 83.39% of its departures on this route reach their destination on schedule.
Located around 11 kilometres from the centre of Frankfurt, FRA can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 20 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near Frankfurt Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Frankfurt to Nuremberg Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Frankfurt Airport, 74% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Frankfurt Hahn Airport (HHN)
With public transport, you can travel from central Frankfurt to HHN in around 2 hours 10 minutes. The airport is roughly 121 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 1 hour 25 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your Frankfurt to NUE flight? Check in to a hotel near Frankfurt Hahn Airport before your trip officially starts. These stays have a room with your name on it:
Flights from Frankfurt Hahn Airport have a proven record for punctuality, with 82% of them touching down as planned.
About Nuremberg Airport (NUE)
Book a hotel close to NUE if you're catching a late flight from Frankfurt to Nuremberg Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and be under the covers in no time flat:
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Getting from Nuremberg Airport (NUE) to central Nuremberg
Nuremberg Airport to the centre of Nuremberg is roughly 5 kilometres. If you're getting a taxi or renting a car, plan in advance to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times vary depending on the time of day and traffic conditions.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Nuremberg Airport (NUE)
$187 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Frankfurt to Nuremberg Airport. A return flight starts from $294. These fares may change based on demand.
To find cheap flights from Frankfurt to NUE, book ahead. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Frankfurt to Nuremberg Airport (NUE)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when deciding the best time to fly. December is the quietest month to go to Nuremberg. September is when most people book flights from Frankfurt to Nuremberg Airport (NUE), which may be perfect if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
The warmest month in Nuremberg is July, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC and 26ºC. Lock in your Frankfurt to NUE plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Frankfurt to Nuremberg Airport in January when temperatures are between -6ºC and 6ºC.
More about Nuremberg
After booking your flight from Frankfurt to Nuremberg Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Nuremberg:
Christkindlesmarkt and Church of Our Lady (Frauenkirche) are just the start of the popular attractions to put on your Nuremberg to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Altstadt.
Explore more of Germany
Munich is just one of the many cities in Germany waiting to be explored once you've seen Nuremberg. Around 153 kilometres away to the south, check out popular attractions including Marienplatz, Theresienwiese and Deutsches Museum.
Stuttgart is another must-experience destination in Germany and is around 161 kilometres southwest of Nuremberg. No trip is complete without a visit to Mercedes-Benz Museum, Porsche Museum and State Gallery of Stuttgart.