Flying from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA): what you need to know
Frankfurt's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Frankfurt ten hours behind Sydney.
Your SYD to FRA flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Travelling during a peak month like April? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Frankfurt Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between SYD and FRA include:
Dubai Airport
Bandaranaike International Airport
Tan Son Nhat International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Frankfurt Airport flight is ر.ق. 1,258. A round-trip ticket right now is ر.ق. 3,038. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SYD to FRA if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Frankfurt Airport across the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Frankfurt Airport.
Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Of all flights leaving Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, 69.62% land on schedule at their destination.
To get to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport from central Sydney, it takes around 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 25 minutes.
Have an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Frankfurt Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to SYD:
Arriving at Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Frankfurt Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near FRA instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Frankfurt Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Wheego, Alamo or OK Mobility and experience the lesser-explored corners of Frankfurt and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Frankfurt Airport about three weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to central Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport to the centre of Frankfurt has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes around 35 minutes.
When to fly to Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
The quietest month for a flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Frankfurt Airport is January, while April is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Frankfurt based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Frankfurt is July, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC and 28ºC. Lock in your flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Frankfurt Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SYD to FRA in January. Average temperatures are between -4ºC and 7ºC then.
Explore more of Germany
Berlin is just one of the many cities in Germany waiting to be explored once you've seen Frankfurt. Around 418 kilometres away to the north-east, its top attractions include Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
Around 386 kilometres north of Frankfurt, Hamburg is another essential stop in Germany. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.
