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Flight deals from Frankfurt to Dresden Airport

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Frankfurt to Dresden Airport? If you want to travel next month, round-trip fares start from $204. Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Frankfurt to Dresden

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Frankfurt to Dresden flights are currently cheapest in May.

Direct flights from Frankfurt to Dresden

Frankfurt to Dresden: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Frankfurt to Dresden below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Dresden.

Frankfurt to Dresden: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$131
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time1 hr, 2 mins
Most popular airlineLufthansa
Average flights per week214

Finding cheap flights from Frankfurt to Dresden: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Frankfurt to Dresden is $204. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 2 minutes is the average flight time from Frankfurt to Dresden.
Lufthansa, United and Air China fly direct from Frankfurt to Dresden.
There are 214 flights per week flying from Frankfurt to Dresden, as of April 2026.
The cheapest month to fly from Frankfurt to Dresden is usually May.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Frankfurt to Dresden Airport on Friday, May 8, 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 2 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Dresden but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Dresden is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to Dresden is Lufthansa.

Flying from Frankfurt to Dresden Airport (DRS): What you need to know

  • Put your plans into motion at Frankfurt Airport (FRA), the main airport in Frankfurt. Search for flights from Frankfurt to Dresden Airport (DRS) that depart from this base.

  • Around 1 hour is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct Frankfurt to Dresden Airport flight.

  • Frankfurt and Dresden (where Dresden Airport is located) share the UTC+1 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch once you land.

  • Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Dresden Airport (DRS) is the most popular route. There are 27 direct flights a week 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 DRS departure with Lufthansa at 9am if you'd rather get a move on.

  • Your flight from Frankfurt to DRS won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're traveling internationally.

  • Flying over a peak time like August? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

Airports in Frankfurt

Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

  • Reach your destination without the detour from Frankfurt Airport (FRA). Direct flights from Frankfurt to Dresden Airport (DRS) are available from here.

  • Lufthansa is a leading airline that operates direct flights from Frankfurt to Dresden Airport departing from FRA.

  • The preferred choice for passengers flying between FRA and DRS is Lufthansa.

  • The carrier with the best on-time performance on this route is Lufthansa. Its services arrive without delay 79.82% of the time.

  • Located around 11 kilometers from the center of Frankfurt, FRA can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 20 minutes.

  • In search of a comfortable hotel near Frankfurt Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Frankfurt to Dresden Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:

  • 67% of flights that leave from Frankfurt Airport reach their destination on time.

Frankfurt Hahn Airport (HHN)

  • You can get to HHN from the center of Frankfurt in approximately 1 hour 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 2 hours 10 minutes to travel the 121 kilometers or so.

  • Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your Frankfurt to DRS flight? Check in to a hotel near Frankfurt Hahn Airport before your break officially starts. These stays are expecting you:

  • When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Frankfurt Hahn Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 53%.

About Dresden Airport (DRS)

Getting from Dresden Airport (DRS) to central Dresden

  • Central Dresden is roughly 10 kilometers from Dresden Airport. Journey times by cab or car rental will vary depending on time of day and traffic conditions, so do a little research before you go.

  • When traveling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 25 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Dresden Airport (DRS)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Frankfurt to Dresden Airport is $131. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $204. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.

  • Book four months before flying. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Frankfurt to DRS.

  • The best month for finding cheap Frankfurt to Dresden Airport tickets is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates offering the lowest fares.

  • You don't need to check every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a better deal is available on plane tickets from Frankfurt to DRS.

  • Filters make it easier to dig up a deal for your flight from Frankfurt to Dresden Airport. Pick the airlines, flight times and stops that look good to you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the best price quickly.

The best time to fly from Frankfurt to Dresden Airport (DRS)

  • September is the busiest month for flights from Frankfurt to Dresden Airport (DRS). Plan your visit to Dresden in January if you prefer a quieter experience.

  • The warmest month in Dresden is August, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Book your Frankfurt to DRS plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • Search for cheap tickets from Frankfurt to Dresden Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -9ºC (16ºF) and 5ºC (41ºF).

More about Dresden

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Dresden right here. Check out these options once you've booked your flight from Frankfurt to Dresden Airport:

  • There are loads of fantastic things to do in Dresden when you're ready to sightsee. Kick things off at Dresden Christmas Market followed by Zwinger and Dresden Elbe Valley.

Explore more of Germany

  • Dresden has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Germany you'll want to see. About 153 kilometers north of Dresden, a visit to Berlin will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall and Parliament Building.

  • Leipzig is another favorite destination in Germany and is around 97 kilometers west of Dresden. No journey is complete without a visit to Oper Leipzig, Leipzig Museum of Fine Arts and Stadt Leipzig.

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