Traveling from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport to Frankfurt Airport is 10 hours 30 minutes.
Frankfurt is eight hours ahead of Phoenix and follows the UTC+1 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your PHX to FRA flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
Condor is your gateway to exploring Frankfurt (and perhaps some other exciting parts of Germany!). Check out the direct flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport to Frankfurt Airport offered by this popular airline.
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is Condor.
If you want to include a stop along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport to Frankfurt Airport. Here are the top stopovers between PHX and FRA:
Denver International Airport
O'Hare International Airport
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport to Frankfurt Airport flight is $254. A round-trip fare right now is $563. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To score cheap tickets from PHX to FRA, reserve your journey eight months before your departure.
July is the cheapest month for flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport to Frankfurt Airport. If you'd like to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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Handy information about Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX)
PHX is located at 3400 Sky Harbor Boulevard.
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport maintains a strong on-time record, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from PHX touch down on schedule 82.57% of the time.
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport is about 5 miles from central Phoenix. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of about 35 minutes on public transport.
Need a convenient hotel near PHX? If you've booked an early flight from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport to Frankfurt Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
If you're arriving on a late Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport to Frankfurt Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near FRA:
Follow your own route with a Frankfurt Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Wheego, Alamo or OK Mobility and see more of Frankfurt and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from Frankfurt Airport around three weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to central Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport is approximately 9 miles from central Frankfurt. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
When traveling on public transport, expect a journey of about 35 minutes.
When to fly to Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport to Frankfurt Airport. April is the most popular month to head to Frankfurt. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in January.
Book your flight from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport to Frankfurt Airport for July if you want to go to Frankfurt during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 54ºF and 82ºF.
January has average temperatures of between 25ºF and 45ºF. Search for cheap tickets from PHX to FRA sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Germany
Frankfurt has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Germany you'll want to see. Around 260 miles north-east of Frankfurt, a trip to Berlin will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
Hamburg is another sought-after destination in Germany and is around 240 miles north of Frankfurt. No journey is complete without visiting Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.