Travelling from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA): what you need to know
The timezone in Frankfurt is UTC+1, which is ten hours behind Sydney.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your SYD to FRA flight.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Sydney Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport. These are the top stopovers between SYD and FRA:
Dubai Airport
Ho Chi Minh City Airport
Colombo Bandaranayake Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)
$755 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Sydney Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport flight. A return flight starts at $1,586. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SYD to FRA if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Sydney Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport across every month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
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Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Sydney Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport.
Handy information about Sydney Airport (SYD)
66% of flights that depart Sydney Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Sydney Airport is around 8 kilometres from central Sydney. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of around 15 minutes on public transport.
Need a convenient hotel near SYD? If you're catching an early flight from Sydney Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Sydney Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near FRA instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Frankfurt am Main Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Wheego, Alamo or OK Mobility to explore Frankfurt and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Frankfurt am Main Airport around three weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) to central Frankfurt
From Frankfurt am Main Airport, Frankfurt is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 20 minutes.
When to fly to Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)
September is the most popular month for flights from Sydney Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Frankfurt in March.
The warmest month in Frankfurt is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your flights from Sydney Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from SYD to FRA in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -4ºC and 7ºC on average.
Explore more of Germany
Berlin is just one of the many places in Germany waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Frankfurt. Around 418 kilometres away to the north-east, its top attractions include Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall and Parliament Building.
If you're eager to discover another well-known destination in Germany, head for Hamburg, roughly 386 kilometres north of Frankfurt. Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg are key reasons to visit.