Traveling from Lisbon Airport (LIS) to Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Lisbon Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport and you'll be traveling for an average of 3 hours 10 minutes.
The timezone in Frankfurt is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of Lisbon.
Flights from LIS to FRA start at 05:00 — the earliest with Lufthansa. The last service of the day is at 18:30 with TAP Air Portugal. In total, there are 45 weekly Lisbon Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport flights.
To ensure you get on your LIS to FRA flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Flying into Frankfurt (and then exploring more of Germany!) is a breeze with Lufthansa. This popular carrier has direct flights from Lisbon Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport.
The majority of travelers choose to fly with Lufthansa on this route.
Lufthansa is the most punctual carrier offering LIS to FRA flights.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Lisbon Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between LIS and FRA include:
Zurich Airport
Geneva Airport
Lyon Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Lisbon Airport (LIS) to Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Lisbon Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport flight is $72. A return ticket right now is $160. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from LIS to FRA if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Lisbon Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from LIS to FRA by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Lisbon Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport.
Handy information about Lisbon Airport (LIS)
56% of flights that depart Lisbon Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Lisbon Airport is around 8 kilometers from central Lisbon. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Lisbon Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near LIS:
Arriving at Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Lisbon Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport flight. Stay at 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 and experience the lesser-explored corners of Frankfurt and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Frankfurt am Main Airport around three weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
When to fly to Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)
September is the busiest month for flights from Lisbon Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Frankfurt in March.
Book your flight from Lisbon Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport for August if you'd like to go to Frankfurt during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from LIS to FRA in January if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -4ºC (25ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.
Explore more of Germany
Frankfurt is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Germany you should also see. About 418 kilometers north-east of Frankfurt, a visit to Berlin will keep you busy. Start with attractions like Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall and Parliament Building.
Around 386 kilometers north of Frankfurt, Hamburg is another favorite stop in Germany. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.