Travelling from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Frankfurt: what you need to know
The timezone in Frankfurt is UTC+1. The city is ten hours behind Sydney, where Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is located.
Leave enough time to catch your SYD to Frankfurt flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Delays at check-in and security are more likely if you're flying during high season, so allow some extra breathing room. A good rule of thumb for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling and possibly even tick a new city off your list. When browsing for flight tickets from SYD to Frankfurt, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
SYD is about 8 kilometres from central Sydney. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 25 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Frankfurt? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to SYD:
69.62% of flights taking off from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Frankfurt
$654 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Frankfurt flight. A return ticket right now is $1,373. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from SYD to Frankfurt if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, make the most of the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when searching for your Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Frankfurt ticket.
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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 will take roughly 20 minutes.
Travelling to the centre by public transport typically takes 35 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Frankfurt. Book one of these accommodation options near FRA instead:
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Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle from Frankfurt Airport about three weeks before your flight from SYD to Frankfurt.
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
After your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Frankfurt has hit the runway, you can reach the city centre in about 1 hour 30 minutes by car. Central Frankfurt is roughly 121 kilometres from Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN).
Public transport will get you there in around 2 hours 40 minutes.
Following your SYD to Frankfurt flight, settle in at a hotel close to HHN. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or waiting in a long cab line. Pick up a Frankfurt - Hahn Airport rental car and let the journey unfold your way. Compare availability and rates from Flex To Go, Alamo and Keddy By Europcar.
Avoid paying more than you need to. Reserving your ride four weeks before your arrival at HHN can help you lock in a better rate.
Best time to go to Frankfurt
Carefully consider your trip dates before booking your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Frankfurt. The city buzzes during high season, but hotel prices are typically higher and attractions can be crowded. Visit Frankfurt in low season if you want a quieter vibe.
Before booking a Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Frankfurt flight ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Frankfurt, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 28ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from SYD to Frankfurt in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -4ºC and 7ºC on average.
More about Frankfurt
Start your Frankfurt trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Frankfurt, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Goethe House, Palmengarten and Frankfurt Cathedral are essential stops on your Frankfurt itinerary.
Explore more of Germany
Frankfurt will leave a lasting impression, 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 your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
Around 386 kilometres north of Frankfurt, Hamburg is another essential stop in Germany. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.