Flying from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Frankfurt: what you need to know
The timezone in Frankfurt is UTC+1. The city is one hour ahead of Cardiff, where Cardiff Airport is located.
For a relaxed start to your CWL to Frankfurt flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Longer lines at check-in and security are likely if you're heading away during high season, so give yourself even more breathing space. A good rule for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even tick off a new city. When searching for plane tickets from CWL to Frankfurt, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
CWL is about 9 miles from central Cardiff. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near CWL. Whether you're catching an early flight from Cardiff Airport to Frankfurt or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are all about convenience:
Of all flights leaving Cardiff Airport, 66.16% touch down on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Frankfurt
£56 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Cardiff Airport to Frankfurt flight. Return plane tickets start from £119. These prices can change based on availability.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from CWL to Frankfurt if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Cardiff Airport to Frankfurt across each month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Cardiff Airport to Frankfurt by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best.'
Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to central Frankfurt takes around 20 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 9 miles away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes about 35 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Cardiff Airport to Frankfurt, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near FRA:
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.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Frankfurt Airport about three weeks in advance of your flight from CWL to Frankfurt.
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN) is roughly 75 miles from the centre of Frankfurt. After your flight from Cardiff Airport to Frankfurt, it'll take you around 1 hour 30 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you travel by public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 2 hours 40 minutes or so.
Following your CWL to Frankfurt flight, unwind at a hotel close to HHN. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or cab lines. Grab a Frankfurt - Hahn Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. Check out the availability and rates from Flex To Go, Alamo and Keddy By Europcar.
Snap up the best price by reserving your ride from HHN four weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a bigger selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Frankfurt
Before locking in your flights from Cardiff Airport to Frankfurt, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in Frankfurt offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the off-season brings better hotel deals and smaller crowds.
When booking your Cardiff Airport to Frankfurt plane ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Frankfurt, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CWL to Frankfurt in January when temperatures average between -4ºC (25ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF).
More about Frankfurt
Start your Frankfurt trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Cardiff Airport to Frankfurt, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
Goethe House and Palmengarten are just a couple of the leading attractions to add to your Frankfurt to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Frankfurt Cathedral.
Explore more of Germany
Berlin is just one of the many places in Germany waiting to be discovered after you've seen Frankfurt. Around 260 miles away to the north-east, top sights here include Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
Around 240 miles north of Frankfurt, Hamburg is another favourite stop in Germany. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.
