Travelling from Frankfurt to Svalbard Airport (LYR): What you need to know
There are a couple of airports you can start your journey from in Frankfurt. Check out your options leaving from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) or Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN) when reserving your flight from Frankfurt to Svalbard Airport (LYR).
Longyearbyen's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Frankfurt. Svalbard Airport is located in Longyearbyen.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Frankfurt to LYR. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Planning to travel during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
You might be able to make your cheap flight from Frankfurt to LYR even cheaper with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search to find which cities you could pass through. Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL) is an option when leaving from Frankfurt Airport (FRA).
FRA is around 14 kms (9 miles) from central Frankfurt. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 35 minutes.
In search of a comfortable hotel close to Frankfurt Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Frankfurt to Svalbard Airport, these stays will have you sleeping conveniently close to check-in:
When it comes to Frankfurt Airport's on-time performance, 67.47% of flights complete their journey on time.
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
With public transport, you can travel from central Frankfurt to HHN in around 2 hours 40 minutes. The airport is roughly 121 kms (75 miles) away, and getting there by car takes approximately 1 hour 30 minutes.
Flying out early in the morning? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Frankfurt - Hahn Airport the day before your Frankfurt to LYR flight:
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport has an on-time performance of 53.13%. This figure provides insight into how frequently flights departing from this airport land at their destination on schedule.
About Svalbard Airport (LYR)
If you have a late flight from Frankfurt to Svalbard Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near LYR:
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Svalbard Airport (LYR)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Frankfurt to Svalbard Airport is £151. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £420. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Frankfurt to LYR. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
Affordable Frankfurt to Svalbard Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across each month and then choose the cheapest day.
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Filters make it easier to dig up a deal for your flight from Frankfurt to Svalbard Airport. Choose the departure times, carriers and stops that make sense for you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the most affordable option fast.
The best time to fly from Frankfurt to Svalbard Airport (LYR)
July is when most people book flights from Frankfurt to Svalbard Airport (LYR). Visit Longyearbyen in November for a more laid-back experience.
Before locking in your Frankfurt to LYR plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Longyearbyen, with temperatures ranging from 1ºC (34ºF) to 9ºC (48ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Frankfurt to Svalbard Airport in March if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -22ºC (-8ºF) and -6ºC (21ºF).
More about Longyearbyen
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Longyearbyen right here. Check out these options after you've booked your flight from Frankfurt to Svalbard Airport:
Your Longyearbyen visit won't be complete without checking out the sights. Attractions you won't want to miss include Svalbard Wildlife Expeditions, Svalbard Global Seed Vault and Longyearbyen Guiding AS.