Flying from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA): what you need to know
Frankfurt is one hour ahead of Cardiff and follows the UTC+1 timezone.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your CWL to FRA flight.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Cardiff Airport to Frankfurt Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers between CWL and FRA include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Dublin Airport
George Best Belfast City Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
₹ 15,248 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Cardiff Airport to Frankfurt Airport flight. A return flight starts at ₹ 25,438. These fares may change based on availability.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from CWL to FRA if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Cardiff Airport to Frankfurt Airport across the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from CWL to FRA by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Lock in the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Cardiff Airport to Frankfurt Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Cardiff Airport (CWL)
Of all flights leaving Cardiff Airport, 66.16% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To get to Cardiff Airport from central Cardiff, it'll take around 30 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 27 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of about 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport.
Get your travels off to a relaxed start by staying near CWL. Whether you're taking an early flight from Cardiff Airport to Frankfurt Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Reserve a hotel near FRA if you're on a late Cardiff Airport to Frankfurt Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a Frankfurt Airport rental car and discover Frankfurt and beyond with your own set of wheels. Wheego, Alamo and OK Mobility are top providers you can book with here.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride from Frankfurt Airport around three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to central Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport to central Frankfurt has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 35 minutes.
When to fly to Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
April is the busiest month for flights from Cardiff Airport to Frankfurt Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Frankfurt in January.
The warmest month in Frankfurt is July, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 28ºC. Book your flights from Cardiff Airport to Frankfurt Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January has average temperatures of between -4ºC and 7ºC. Look for cheap tickets from CWL to FRA sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Germany
Frankfurt is always a good idea, 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 you on the move. Start with popular sights like Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
If you're ready to explore another well-known destination in Germany, head for Hamburg, roughly 386 kilometres north of Frankfurt. Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg are highlights.
