Travelling from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Asmara International Airport (ASM): what you need to know
Asmara is two hours ahead of Frankfurt and follows the UTC+3 timezone.
To ensure you catch your FRA to ASM flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Frankfurt Airport to Asmara International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Check out these options between FRA and ASM:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Asmara International Airport (ASM)
£207 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Frankfurt Airport to Asmara International Airport flight. A return flight starts at £393. These prices can change depending on availability.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from FRA to ASM. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when looking for your flight from Frankfurt Airport to Asmara International Airport.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from FRA to ASM by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a special offer becomes available.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Frankfurt Airport to Asmara International Airport.
Handy information about Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
67.47% of flights departing from Frankfurt Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Central Frankfurt to Frankfurt Airport is approximately 9 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes on public transport.
Get your travels off to a stress-free start by staying near FRA. Whether you've booked an early flight from Frankfurt Airport to Asmara International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Asmara International Airport (ASM)
Step off your Frankfurt Airport to Asmara International Airport flight and be relaxing in your hotel bed soon after. If you want a handy option a short journey from ASM, make your way to Crystal Hotel.
Getting from Asmara International Airport (ASM) to central Asmara
Asmara International Airport to central Asmara has a drive time of about 10 minutes. It's approximately 4 miles away.
When to fly to Asmara International Airport (ASM)
June is the busiest month for flights from Frankfurt Airport to Asmara International Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Asmara in April.
Book your flight from Frankfurt Airport to Asmara International Airport for June if you'd like to explore Asmara during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from FRA to ASM in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF) on average.
Explore more of Eritrea
You've visited Asmara, now it's time to discover other parts of Eritrea. Journey around 40 miles north-east to Massawa to check off its top sights. From Covered Bazaar to Sahaba Mosque and Old railway station, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Your trip through Eritrea wouldn't be complete without a stop in Mek'erka. Azien is among the highlights in this destination, which is about 12 miles north of Asmara.