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Cheapest return flight
709 €
Typical prices: 791 €-1.233 €
Multiple Airlines
Mon 26.11.Mon 10.12.
PHL - FRA • 3 stops
Cheapest direct flights
735 €
Typical prices: 986 €-1.399 €
Lufthansa
Thu 29.11.Sat 8.12.
PHL - FRA • Direct
Direct flights
3 days a week
You can fly direct with Discover Airlines. Average duration is 7h 50m
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When to book
22 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 22 weeks in advance save around 51% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 27% price drop
August
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW)
Cheapest • Avg 423 € (return)
Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl (YUL)
Shortest trip • 10h 24m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Philadelphia to Frankfurt am Main (PHL-FRA)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Philadelphia to Frankfurt am Main

Thu, 26. Nov - Thu, 10. Dec
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6:41 - 22:40PHL  Philadelphia-FRA Frankfurt am Main
33h 59m3 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Orlando Lisbon Humberto Delgado
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6:00 - 0:52FRA  Frankfurt am Main-PHL Philadelphia
24h 52m2 stops Lisbon Humberto Delgado Orlando
709 €Multiple Airlines
Sun, 29. Nov - Tue, 8. Dec
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17:40 - 7:30PHL  Philadelphia-FRA Frankfurt am Main
7h 50mdirect
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13:00 - 16:05FRA  Frankfurt am Main-PHL Philadelphia
9h 05mdirect
735 €Lufthansa
Sun, 29. Nov - Tue, 8. Dec
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17:40 - 7:30PHL  Philadelphia-FRA Frankfurt am Main
7h 50mdirect
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13:00 - 16:05FRA  Frankfurt am Main-PHL Philadelphia
9h 05mdirect
736 €Lufthansa
Sun, 29. Nov - Tue, 8. Dec
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17:40 - 7:30PHL  Philadelphia-FRA Frankfurt am Main
7h 50mdirect
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13:00 - 16:05FRA  Frankfurt am Main-PHL Philadelphia
9h 05mdirect
739 €Lufthansa
Thu, 26. Nov - Thu, 10. Dec
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16:39 - 22:40PHL  Philadelphia-FRA Frankfurt am Main
24h 01m2 stops Orlando Lisbon Humberto Delgado
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6:00 - 9:00FRA  Frankfurt am Main-PHL Philadelphia
33h 00m2 stops Lisbon Humberto Delgado Orlando
746 €Multiple Airlines
Thu, 26. Nov - Thu, 10. Dec
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6:41 - 22:40PHL  Philadelphia-FRA Frankfurt am Main
33h 59m3 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Orlando Lisbon Humberto Delgado
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6:00 - 10:56FRA  Frankfurt am Main-PHL Philadelphia
34h 56m3 stops Lisbon Humberto Delgado Orlando Dallas/Fort Worth
749 €Multiple Airlines
Sun, 29. Nov - Tue, 8. Dec
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15:20 - 18:15PHL  Philadelphia-FRA Frankfurt am Main
20h 55m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Milan Malpensa
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9:15 - 14:44FRA  Frankfurt am Main-PHL Philadelphia
35h 29m2 stops Milan Malpensa Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
751 €Multiple Airlines
Sun, 25. Apr - Sun, 9. May
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20:25 - 19:55PHL  Philadelphia-FRA Frankfurt am Main
17h 30m1 stop Dublin
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10:55 - 18:55FRA  Frankfurt am Main-PHL Philadelphia
14h 00m1 stop Dublin
754 €Aer Lingus
Sun, 29. Nov - Tue, 8. Dec
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17:40 - 7:30PHL  Philadelphia-FRA Frankfurt am Main
7h 50mdirect
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13:00 - 16:05FRA  Frankfurt am Main-PHL Philadelphia
9h 05mdirect
755 €Lufthansa
Tue, 27. Apr - Thu, 29. Apr
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16:56 - 6:30PHL  Philadelphia-FRA Frankfurt am Main
31h 34m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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16:00 - 16:18FRA  Frankfurt am Main-PHL Philadelphia
30h 18m2 stops London Heathrow Toronto Pearson Intl
758 €United Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Philadelphia to Frankfurt am Main flights

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Philadelphia to Frankfurt am Main. It's 11% cheaper than the average day, while Wednesday is the most expensive, with prices 10% higher.

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

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Philadelphia to Frankfurt am Main at 748 € return.
•June (1.461 €) and December (1.214 €) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 95% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Philadelphia to Frankfurt am Main the cheapest?

Flights from Philadelphia to Frankfurt am Main are cheapest 22 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 51% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Philadelphia to Frankfurt am Main flights

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

339 €
Beat the crowds with an average 50% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 45% increase in travellers.
One-way flight from Philadelphia to Frankfurt am Main Airport

When to book flights from Philadelphia to Frankfurt am Main

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

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

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

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

    • Earliest: departs at 17:40 and lands at 1:30
    • Latest: departs at 18:40 and lands at 2:30.

    The flight takes about 7h 50m.

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

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

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

    A direct flight from Philadelphia to Frankfurt am Main takes 7h 50m, covering 10.200 km.

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

    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 Philadelphia to Frankfurt am Main flight?

    Return flights from Philadelphia to Frankfurt am Main range from 791 € to 1.233 €, with an average of 1.022 € over the past 12 months. Anything below 791 € counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 50% above the 1.022 € route average. Book 22 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Philadelphia to Frankfurt am Main?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average 423 € return via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW), compared with 1.157 € for direct.

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

    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.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Philadelphia to Frankfurt am Main flights?

    Lufthansa is the only airline on the Philadelphia to Frankfurt am Main route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

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

    One-way fares from Philadelphia to Frankfurt am Main are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about 367 €, which is 41% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available in Frankfurt am Main?

    Since Frankfurt am Main is served by multiple airports, car rental options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
    Near Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) – daily rates from around 10 €:

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

    Near Frankfurt-Hahn Airport (HHN) – daily rates from around 17 €:

    • Flex To Go
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    • Alamo
    • Europcar
    • keddy by Europcar

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

    Flights from Philadelphia to Frankfurt am Main usually depart from Philadelphia (PHL) and may arrive at several airports in Frankfurt am Main area, including Frankfurt am Main (FRA) and Frankfurt-Hahn (HHN).

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

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

    • Boston Logan Intl (BOS) – 84% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) – 4% of one-stop connections
    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) – 4% of one-stop connections
    • Dublin (DUB) – 4% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 20% on flights from Philadelphia to Frankfurt am Main. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at 916 € return on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at 1.132 €, a difference of 216 €.

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

  • Which airlines fly from Philadelphia to Frankfurt am Main?

    Only Discover Airlines operates flights between Philadelphia and Frankfurt am Main.

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

    Flying via Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl (YUL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 10h 24m, compared to 12h 16m via Dublin (DUB) and 12h 44m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

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

    Frankfurt am Main is 5 hours ahead of Philadelphia (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?

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

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

    Among airlines operating Philadelphia to Frankfurt am Main flights:

    • Lufthansa: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

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

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Philadelphia to Frankfurt am Main 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
    • United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • Discover Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Premium 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 Philadelphia to Frankfurt am Main 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 Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Wednesday. On this route, Tuesday flights average 916 €, which is about 216 € less than Wednesday fares (19% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 22 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 51% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Philadelphia to Frankfurt am Main trip for January. Fares historically average 748 € return in that month – typically 713 € less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages 423 € return on this route – about 733 € less than direct flights (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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