Travelling from Narita International Airport (NRT) to Frankfurt: what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Narita International Airport to Frankfurt and you'll be in the air for around 13 hours 5 minutes.
Narita International Airport is located in Tokyo. Following the UTC+1 timezone, Frankfurt is eight hours behind Tokyo.
With seven weekly departures between the two airports, Narita International Airport (NRT) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is the most popular route. Hop on JAL's 10:40 flight to get your trip from NRT to FRA underway.
To avoid missing your NRT to Frankfurt flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
You can book a direct Narita International Airport to Frankfurt ticket. Begin your trip at NRT and land at Frankfurt Airport (FRA).
Take to the skies with JAL. This popular airline operates direct flights from Narita International Airport to Frankfurt.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and perhaps even visit a new city. When searching for plane tickets from NRT to Frankfurt, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
To get to NRT from central Tokyo, it'll take around 1 hour if you're travelling by car. It's roughly 56 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Have an early flight from Narita International Airport to Frankfurt? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to NRT:
Of all flights leaving Narita International Airport, 70.53% land on time at their destination.
NRT is located at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
How to find the cheapest flights from Narita International Airport (NRT) to Frankfurt
$624 is currently the best price for a one-way Narita International Airport to Frankfurt flight. Return flight tickets start at $1,271. These prices may change based on availability.
Score cheap flights from NRT to Frankfurt by booking seven months ahead. According to our research, that's the best time for finding the biggest deals.
November is the best month for nabbing an incredible deal on Narita International Airport to Frankfurt tickets. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
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Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
The distance from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to central Frankfurt is roughly 14 kilometres. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It'll take around 35 minutes to get there by public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Narita International Airport to Frankfurt, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near FRA:
Explore without limits with a Frankfurt Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Wheego, Alamo or OK Mobility and experience more of Frankfurt and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Frankfurt Airport about three weeks in advance of your flight from NRT to Frankfurt.
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN) is roughly 121 kilometres from the centre of Frankfurt. Once you've disembarked your flight from Narita International Airport to Frankfurt, it'll take you around 1 hour 30 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport will take around 2 hours 40 minutes.
Following your NRT to Frankfurt flight, settle in at a hotel near HHN. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Forget about public transport timetables or long cab queues. Grab a Frankfurt - Hahn Airport rental car and let your trip unfold on your terms. Compare availability and rates from Flex To Go, Alamo and Keddy By Europcar.
Lock in the best price by booking your ride from HHN four weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a bigger selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Frankfurt
Carefully consider your dates before locking in your flight from Narita International Airport to Frankfurt. The city comes alive in peak season, but hotel prices are often higher and top attractions can be crowded. Visit Frankfurt in the low season if you prefer a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in a Narita International Airport to Frankfurt flight ticket with a departure in July to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 12ºC to 28ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -4ºC and 7ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from NRT to Frankfurt around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Frankfurt
Start your Frankfurt trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Narita International Airport to Frankfurt, check out our range of accommodation options including:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Goethe House, Palmengarten and Frankfurt Cathedral are must-do's during your Frankfurt adventure.
Explore more of Germany
Frankfurt has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Germany just waiting to be discovered. Around 418 kilometres north-east of Frankfurt, a visit to Berlin will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
If there's time to check out another major destination in Germany, head for Hamburg, roughly 386 kilometres north of Frankfurt. Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg are among its highlights.