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Cheapest return flight
684 €
Typical prices: 673 €-1.058 €
Air Canada
Wed 28.2.Fri 2.3.
CMH - FRA • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
305 €
Typical prices: 408 €-618 €
Air Canada
Wed 28.2.
CMH - FRA • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Columbus Airport and Frankfurt am Main Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 44% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ)
Cheapest • Avg 497 € (return)
Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl (YUL)
Shortest trip • 10h 35m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Columbus to Frankfurt am Main (CMH-FRA)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Columbus to Frankfurt

Sun, 28. Feb - Tue, 2. Mar
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20:05 - 7:25CMH  Columbus-FRA Frankfurt am Main
29h 20m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
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16:40 - 21:10FRA  Frankfurt am Main-CMH Columbus
34h 30m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Toronto Pearson Intl
684 €Air Canada
2 days ago
Sat, 27. Feb - Tue, 2. Mar
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20:05 - 7:25CMH  Columbus-FRA Frankfurt am Main
53h 20m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
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16:40 - 21:10FRA  Frankfurt am Main-CMH Columbus
34h 30m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Toronto Pearson Intl
694 €Air Canada
2 days ago
Wed, 3. Feb - Wed, 10. Feb
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14:15 - 19:15CMH  Columbus-FRA Frankfurt am Main
23h 00m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Zurich
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9:50 - 22:24FRA  Frankfurt am Main-CMH Columbus
18h 34m2 stops Zurich Chicago O'Hare Intl
702 €SWISS
3+ days ago
Wed, 24. Feb - Tue, 2. Mar
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14:11 - 15:30CMH  Columbus-FRA Frankfurt am Main
19h 19m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Zurich
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11:20 - 22:38FRA  Frankfurt am Main-CMH Columbus
17h 18m2 stops Zurich Chicago O'Hare Intl
710 €SWISS
2 days ago
Mon, 22. Feb - Tue, 2. Mar
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14:11 - 14:05CMH  Columbus-FRA Frankfurt am Main
17h 54m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Zurich
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11:20 - 22:38FRA  Frankfurt am Main-CMH Columbus
17h 18m2 stops Zurich Chicago O'Hare Intl
710 €SWISS
2 days ago
Tue, 23. Feb - Tue, 2. Mar
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14:11 - 14:20CMH  Columbus-FRA Frankfurt am Main
18h 09m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Zurich
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9:50 - 22:38FRA  Frankfurt am Main-CMH Columbus
18h 48m2 stops Zurich Chicago O'Hare Intl
710 €SWISS
2 days ago
Wed, 27. Jan - Fri, 5. Feb
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14:15 - 15:30CMH  Columbus-FRA Frankfurt am Main
19h 15m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Zurich
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9:50 - 22:24FRA  Frankfurt am Main-CMH Columbus
18h 34m2 stops Zurich Chicago O'Hare Intl
710 €SWISS
14 hours ago
Sun, 28. Feb - Tue, 2. Mar
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6:00 - 12:00CMH  Columbus-FRA Frankfurt am Main
24h 00m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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9:45 - 21:10FRA  Frankfurt am Main-CMH Columbus
41h 25m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Toronto Pearson Intl
713 €Multiple Airlines
2 days ago
Sun, 6. Dec - Tue, 15. Dec
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13:10 - 7:50CMH  Columbus-FRA Frankfurt am Main
12h 40m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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9:50 - 17:15FRA  Frankfurt am Main-CMH Columbus
13h 25m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
716 €Virgin Atlantic
3+ days ago
Mon, 26. Apr - Tue, 4. May
SWISS Logo
9:10 - 10:30CMH  Columbus-FRA Frankfurt am Main
19h 20m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Zurich
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9:40 - 22:21FRA  Frankfurt am Main-CMH Columbus
18h 41m2 stops Zurich Chicago O'Hare Intl
719 €SWISS
3+ days ago
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Columbus Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Columbus Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

Return flights from Columbus Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport typically range from 673 € to 1.058 €. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was 684 € on Air Canada.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Columbus Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Columbus Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport. It's 14% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 18% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Columbus Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Columbus Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport at 480 € return.
•June (1.195 €) and August (1.021 €) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 148% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Columbus Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

305 €
Beat the crowds with an average 48% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 46% increase in travellers.
One-way flight from Columbus Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport

When to book flights from Columbus to Frankfurt

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Columbus to Frankfurt based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Columbus Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Columbus Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Columbus Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport.

  • How long is a flight from Columbus Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    A direct flight from Columbus Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport takes 00m, covering 10.961 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Columbus Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Columbus Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport flight?

    Return flights from Columbus Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport range from 673 € to 1.058 €, with an average of 859 € over the past 12 months. Anything below 673 € counts as a good deal.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Columbus Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge 67 €–90 € for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Have flight prices from Columbus Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about 684 € to 4.518 €. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Columbus Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Columbus Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about 330 €, which is 35% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)?

    Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around 10 € for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Wheego
    • Alamo
    • Europcar
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    • Hertz

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Columbus Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    Flights from Columbus Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport usually depart from Columbus (CMH) and arrive at Frankfurt am Main (FRA).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Columbus Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Columbus Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) – 22% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) – 18% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) – 15% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) – 15% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Columbus Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 27% on flights from Columbus Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport. Friday is the cheapest departure day at 745 € return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at 1.015 €, a difference of 269 €.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Columbus Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    Flying via Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl (YUL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 10h 35m, compared to 11h 05m via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) and 11h 53m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

  • What is the time difference between Columbus Airport and Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    Frankfurt am Main Airport is 5 hours ahead of Columbus Airport (Central European Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Frankfurt am Main Airport are Festhalle, Jahrhunderthalle, and Konstablerwache. These are among the most viewed places in Frankfurt am Main Airport on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Columbus Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport flights?

    Among airlines operating Columbus Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport flights:

    • Lufthansa: offers extra legroom

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Columbus Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Lufthansa: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Columbus Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Friday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Friday flights average 745 €, which is about 269 € less than Saturday fares (27% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Columbus Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport trip for February. Fares historically average 480 € return in that month – typically 715 € less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Frankfurt am Main Airport.

    • Intercityhotel Frankfurt Airport Terminal 3
    • Holiday Inn Frankfurt Airport By IHG
    • Meininger Hotel Frankfurt/Main Flughafen

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