Flying from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA): what you need to know
1 hour 45 minutes is the average length of a direct flight from Manchester Airport to Frankfurt Airport. Frankfurt is 1 hour ahead of Manchester and is in the UTC+1 timezone.
Every week, there are 38 flights from Manchester Airport to Frankfurt Airport. If you want to get going as soon as possible, pick the 05:55 Lufthansa flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the latest flight from MAN to FRA is 22:00 with Lufthansa.
You can expect longer queues during popular months such as August and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Jetting into Frankfurt (and then exploring more of Germany!) is simple with Lufthansa. This popular carrier has direct flights from Manchester Airport to Frankfurt Airport.
If you'd like to have a stopover for your flight from Manchester Airport to Frankfurt Airport, just deselect 'Direct flights only' and check out your options. These are the top stopovers between MAN and FRA:
Brussels Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
London Heathrow Airport
To find out if you need a visa to enter Germany, check with your airline and the local embassy or consulate. They'll have the most up-to-date information, including other travel documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from MAN to FRA.
How to find the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Manchester Airport to Frankfurt Airport is $86. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $194. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Book 8 months before traveling. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from MAN to FRA.
Schedule your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Manchester Airport to Frankfurt Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.
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Handy information about Manchester Airport (MAN)
Manchester Airport is about 18 kilometers from central Manchester. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the center, it'll take you 29 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be approximately 1 hour and 5 minutes.
After a handy hotel near MAN? If you've booked an early flight from Manchester Airport to Frankfurt Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Consider booking a hotel close to FRA if you have a late flight from Manchester Airport to Frankfurt Airport. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to central Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport to the center of Frankfurt is about 21 minutes by car. It's approximately 14 kilometers away. Find out what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.
If you're traveling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 37 minutes.
When to fly to Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Manchester Airport to Frankfurt Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Frankfurt. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
When reserving your flight from Manchester Airport to Frankfurt Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Frankfurt, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC to 28ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from MAN to FRA in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -4ºC and 7ºC on average.
More about Frankfurt
Start your Frankfurt trip right by finding an amazing place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from MAN to FRA, check out our selection of hotel options including:
Palmengarten and Goethe House are just a couple of the leading attractions to add to your Frankfurt travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Frankfurt Cathedral.
Complete your Frankfurt trip with hotels and a car rental
Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Frankfurt Airport, check out our low prices and exclusive offers on hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one place to find the best car rental price for your Frankfurt trip.