Flying from Louisville International Airport-Standiford Field (SDF) to Frankfurt: what you need to know
Frankfurt is five hours ahead of Louisville, where Louisville International Airport-Standiford Field is located. Frankfurt observes the UTC+1 timezone.
Allow plenty of time to catch your SDF to Frankfurt flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're jetting off during a bank holiday or another peak period, allow extra time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially land a cheaper flight ticket from SDF to Frankfurt. All you need to do is uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Give yourself a breather (and maybe even a better deal) by stopping at one of these connection hubs:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
The journey from central Louisville to SDF takes around 2 hours 40 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a hotel close to SDF? If you're catching an early flight from Louisville International Airport-Standiford Field to Frankfurt, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
77.69% of flights departing from Louisville International Airport-Standiford Field touch down at their destination on time.
You'll find SDF at 600 Terminal Drive.
How to find the cheapest flights from Louisville International Airport-Standiford Field (SDF) to Frankfurt
$468 is currently the best price for a one-way Louisville International Airport-Standiford Field to Frankfurt flight. A return flight ticket starts from $1,053. These prices may change based on availability.
To find cheap flights from SDF to Frankfurt, book as early as possible. Airlines typically offer lower prices when tickets are first released.
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Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is around 14 kilometres from central Frankfurt. If you're grabbing a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes about 20 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 35 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel close to FRA if you have a late flight from Louisville International Airport-Standiford Field to Frankfurt. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Frankfurt Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Wheego, Alamo or OK Mobility and experience the lesser-explored corners of Frankfurt and beyond.
Booking your ride from Frankfurt Airport about three weeks in advance of your flight from SDF to Frankfurt can help you lock in the best possible rate.
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
The centre of Frankfurt is located around 121 kilometres from Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN). Once your flight from Louisville International Airport-Standiford Field to Frankfurt has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of about 1 hour 30 minutes.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 2 hours 40 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near HHN. Here are a few options where you can check in after your SDF to Frankfurt flight:
Flex To Go, Alamo and Keddy By Europcar make picking up a Frankfurt - Hahn Airport rental car easy and quick. These reliable suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Lock in the best price by booking your ride from HHN four weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Frankfurt
Plan your trip to Frankfurt during the high season if you want a lively atmosphere, but remember that prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Louisville International Airport-Standiford Field to Frankfurt during low season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
Book a Louisville International Airport-Standiford Field to Frankfurt flight ticket with a departure in July to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 12ºC to 28ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from SDF to Frankfurt in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -4ºC and 7ºC on average.
More about Frankfurt
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Frankfurt right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Louisville International Airport-Standiford Field to Frankfurt:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Goethe House, Palmengarten and Frankfurt Cathedral are essential stops on your Frankfurt itinerary.
Explore more of Germany
Berlin is just one of the many places in Germany waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Frankfurt. Around 418 kilometres away to the north-east, check out popular attractions including Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
Around 386 kilometres north of Frankfurt, Hamburg is another favourite stop in Germany. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.