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Cheapest return flight
165 €
Typical prices: 172 €-217 €
Lufthansa
Mon 15.10.Thu 18.10.
LEJ - FRA • Direct
Cheapest one-way flight
87 €
Typical prices: 91 €-121 €
Lufthansa
Wed 19.12.
LEJ - FRA • Direct
Direct flights
You can fly direct with Lufthansa. Average duration is 1h 00m
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 21 weeks in advance save around 21% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 7% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Leipzig to Frankfurt am Main (LEJ-FRA)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Leipzig to Frankfurt

Thu, 15. Oct - Sun, 18. Oct
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6:10 - 7:10LEJ  Leipzig/Halle-FRA Frankfurt am Main
1h 00mdirect
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8:50 - 9:50FRA  Frankfurt am Main-LEJ Leipzig/Halle
1h 00mdirect
165 €Lufthansa
Thu, 15. Oct - Sun, 18. Oct
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6:10 - 7:10LEJ  Leipzig/Halle-FRA Frankfurt am Main
1h 00mdirect
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8:50 - 9:50FRA  Frankfurt am Main-LEJ Leipzig/Halle
1h 00mdirect
174 €Lufthansa
Thu, 15. Oct - Sun, 18. Oct
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6:10 - 7:10LEJ  Leipzig/Halle-FRA Frankfurt am Main
1h 00mdirect
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8:50 - 9:50FRA  Frankfurt am Main-LEJ Leipzig/Halle
1h 00mdirect
176 €Lufthansa
Sat, 24. Oct - Tue, 27. Oct
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18:50 - 19:50LEJ  Leipzig/Halle-FRA Frankfurt am Main
1h 00mdirect
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8:45 - 9:45FRA  Frankfurt am Main-LEJ Leipzig/Halle
1h 00mdirect
177 €Lufthansa
Thu, 15. Oct - Sun, 18. Oct
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6:10 - 7:10LEJ  Leipzig/Halle-FRA Frankfurt am Main
1h 00mdirect
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8:50 - 9:50FRA  Frankfurt am Main-LEJ Leipzig/Halle
1h 00mdirect
177 €Lufthansa
Fri, 23. Oct - Sun, 25. Oct
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18:40 - 19:40LEJ  Leipzig/Halle-FRA Frankfurt am Main
1h 00mdirect
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22:15 - 23:15FRA  Frankfurt am Main-LEJ Leipzig/Halle
1h 00mdirect
177 €Lufthansa
Sat, 24. Oct - Sun, 25. Oct
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18:50 - 19:50LEJ  Leipzig/Halle-FRA Frankfurt am Main
1h 00mdirect
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22:15 - 23:15FRA  Frankfurt am Main-LEJ Leipzig/Halle
1h 00mdirect
177 €Lufthansa
Mon, 8. Mar - Mon, 15. Mar
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6:10 - 7:10LEJ  Leipzig/Halle-FRA Frankfurt am Main
1h 00mdirect
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17:00 - 18:00FRA  Frankfurt am Main-LEJ Leipzig/Halle
1h 00mdirect
178 €Lufthansa
Sun, 25. Oct - Sun, 1. Nov
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17:30 - 9:45LEJ  Leipzig/Halle-FRA Frankfurt am Main
16h 15m2 stops Palma de Mallorca Son Sant Joan Madrid Barajas
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22:15 - 23:15FRA  Frankfurt am Main-LEJ Leipzig/Halle
1h 00mdirect
271 €Multiple Airlines
Sun, 25. Oct - Sun, 1. Nov
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17:30 - 8:20LEJ  Leipzig/Halle-FRA Frankfurt am Main
38h 50m3 stops Palma de Mallorca Son Sant Joan Barcelona-El Prat Milan Linate
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8:45 - 9:45FRA  Frankfurt am Main-LEJ Leipzig/Halle
1h 00mdirect
272 €Multiple Airlines
Booking Insights

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

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Leipzig to Frankfurt am Main Airport with more confidence.

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

Return flights from Leipzig to Frankfurt am Main Airport start at 165 €. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from 172 € to 217 €. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was 165 € on Lufthansa.

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

Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Leipzig to Frankfurt am Main Airport and is 5% cheaper than the average day. Wednesday is the most expensive day with flight prices 14% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

  • December is the cheapest month to fly from Leipzig to Frankfurt am Main Airport at 172 € return.
  • July (224 €) and May (223 €) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 30% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Leipzig to Frankfurt am Main Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Leipzig to Frankfurt am Main Airport are cheapest 21 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 21% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Leipzig to Frankfurt am Main Airport flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

87 €
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 21% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 7% lower on average.
Flights from Leipzig to Frankfurt am Main Airport

When to book flights from Leipzig to Frankfurt

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Leipzig to Frankfurt based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Flights from Leipzig to Frankfurt: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travellers who flew the route from Leipzig to Frankfurt 
TinFlew with Lufthansa-Dec 2025
Get your carry on and checked baggage figured out prior to arriving at the airport and any fees or special handling needed
J BFlew with Lufthansa-Dec 2024
err, try not to - take train or car. Leipzig airport is fine - albeit amongst the rudest security staff anywhere in world - quite small so easy to get in/out, parking is great. Just avoid flying Lufthansa.

Your Leipzig to Frankfurt am Main Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which airlines are available on the route from Leipzig to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    Only Lufthansa operates flights between Leipzig and Frankfurt am Main Airport.

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

    Flights from Leipzig to Frankfurt am Main Airport usually depart from Leipzig/Halle (LEJ) and arrive at Frankfurt am Main (FRA).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Leipzig 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

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

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Leipzig to Frankfurt am Main Airport:

    • Economy class
    • Business Class

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

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge 15 €–74 € for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Leipzig to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    The Airbus A319 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Lufthansa and Eurowings. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A320neo variants.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 17% on the Leipzig to Frankfurt am Main Airport route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at 178 € return on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at 213 €, a difference of 35 €. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How are flight departures from Leipzig to Frankfurt am Main Airport spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Leipzig to Frankfurt am Main Airport flights, with 67% leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 33%, Afternoon flights for 0%, and Night flights for 0%.

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

    Some of the most popular sights in Frankfurt am Main Airport are Frankfurt Central Station, Festhalle, and Congress Center Messe Frankfurt. These are among the most viewed places in Frankfurt am Main Airport on KAYAK.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Leipzig to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Leipzig to Frankfurt am Main Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 6:10 and lands at 7:10
    • Latest: departs at 19:10 and lands at 20:10.

    The flight takes about 1h 00m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Leipzig to Frankfurt am Main Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 8% above the route average of 185 €. Book 21 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    A direct flight from Leipzig to Frankfurt am Main Airport takes 1h 00m, covering 483 km.

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

    No. A passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • Have flight prices from Leipzig 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 165 € to 1.154 €. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Leipzig to Frankfurt am Main Airport are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about 105 €.

  • Is it cheaper to take a train or bus instead of flying between Leipzig and Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    Based on prices from the last 5 days, flying between Leipzig and Frankfurt am Main Airport is around 165 € return, with a flight time of about 1h 00m. Recent return bus fares are around 40 € return, with a trip time of about 4h 35m. Compared with flying, recent bus fares are roughly 77% lower. However, the bus takes about 3+ hours longer each way.

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

    Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around 9 € for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Wheego
    • Alamo
    • Europcar
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    • Hertz

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

    Return flights from Leipzig to Frankfurt am Main Airport range from 172 € to 217 €, with an average of 185 € over the past 12 months. Anything below 172 € counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Leipzig 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 Monday departure instead of Wednesday. On this route, Monday flights average 178 € – about 35 € less than Wednesday (17% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 21 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 21% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Leipzig to Frankfurt am Main Airport trip for December. Fares historically average 172 € return in that month – typically 52 € less than the most expensive month, which is July (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.
    - Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel and Conference Center
    - Intercityhotel Frankfurt Airport Terminal 3
    - Meininger Hotel Frankfurt Main / Airport

Prefer to fly direct from Leipzig/Halle to Frankfurt am Main?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Leipzig/Halle Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Leipzig/Halle to Frankfurt am Main

Monday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

Tuesday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

Wednesday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

Thursday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

Friday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

Saturday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

Sunday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

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Direct returns

Frankfurt am Main to Leipzig/Halle

Monday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

Tuesday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

Wednesday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

Thursday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

Friday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

Saturday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

Sunday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

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