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Outbound

1 hour 45 minutes

Return

1 hour 45 minutes

Daily Flights

15+

Airlines

2

Timezone note

Frankfurt is 1 hour ahead of London (CET). A 9am UK departure lands around 11:45am local time.

About this route

London to Frankfurt flights

London to Frankfurt is one of Europe's premier business routes, with 15+ daily flights from Heathrow and London City. BA and Lufthansa dominate the schedule, with frequent departures timed for morning meetings and evening returns. The 1-hour 45-minute flight and 1-hour timezone difference keep scheduling predictable.

Frankfurt Airport (FRA) has two terminals connected by the SkyLine people mover (2 minutes). Terminal 1 is Lufthansa's hub and handles Star Alliance carriers. Terminal 2 serves most other airlines including some BA services. From landing to exit is typically 15-25 minutes. The airport's Fernbahnhof (long-distance train station) sits directly beneath Terminal 1, offering ICE connections to Cologne, Munich, and other German cities.

Frankfurt is Lufthansa's global hub, making it a common connection point for travellers heading deeper into Europe, Africa, and Asia. If someone is connecting through Frankfurt, the minimum connection time is 45 minutes for Schengen-to-Schengen and 60 minutes for international transfers. Track onward flights separately for full coverage.

London City to Frankfurt is popular with financial sector travellers. The smaller aircraft (typically Embraer E190) and London City's quick check-in process mean door-to-door times can be shorter than Heathrow despite similar flight times. Swiss and Lufthansa CityLine operate this service.

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FAQ

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How long is London to Frankfurt?

About 1 hour 45 minutes from Heathrow or London City.

Is Frankfurt a connection hub?

Yes, Lufthansa's main hub. If connecting onward, track the second flight separately.

Which terminal at Frankfurt for BA?

Terminal 1 or 2 depending on the service. Lufthansa always uses Terminal 1.

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