Travelling from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to Frankfurt: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 11 hours 50 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Frankfurt.
The timezone in Frankfurt is UTC+1. The city is seven hours behind Hong Kong, where Hong Kong International Airport is located.
The busiest route is from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA). There are 14 services every week between these two airports. If you want to take off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from HKG to FRA is the 00:15 Cathay Pacific option. If you're planning to fly out later on, the last departure is at 23:55 with Cathay Pacific.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your HKG to Frankfurt flight.
Heading off during a peak time like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
You can book a direct Hong Kong International Airport to Frankfurt ticket. Begin your trip at HKG and touch down at Frankfurt Airport (FRA).
Get on board with Cathay Pacific. This well-known airline operates direct flights from Hong Kong International Airport to Frankfurt.
We make it easy to book plane tickets from HKG to Frankfurt with a stopover. To see your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
HKG is around 15 miles from central Hong Kong. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 45 minutes.
In search of a hotel close to HKG? If you've booked an early flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Frankfurt, these accommodation options will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Hong Kong International Airport, 73.04% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
HKG is located at 1 Cheong Hong Rd.
How to find the cheapest flights from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to Frankfurt
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Hong Kong International Airport to Frankfurt flight is £199. The cheapest price for a return flight is £405. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To secure cheap flights from HKG to Frankfurt, reserve your trip two months before your departure.
June is the best month for landing a fantastic deal on Hong Kong International Airport to Frankfurt tickets. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
Locking in a cheap flight from HKG to Frankfurt is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic notifications and we'll get in touch when the price has dropped.
Find a cheap flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Frankfurt with the help of our filters. Select your preferred departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
The distance from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to central Frankfurt is roughly 9 miles. It'll take you around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes around 35 minutes.
Look into staying at a hotel close to FRA if you're coming in on a late flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Frankfurt. Choose one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Hit the road running by picking up a Frankfurt Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Wheego, Alamo or OK Mobility to explore Frankfurt and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Frankfurt Airport around three weeks before your flight from HKG to Frankfurt.
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN) is roughly 75 miles from central Frankfurt. Following your flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Frankfurt, it'll take you around 1 hour 30 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you travel by public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 2 hours 40 minutes or so.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near HHN. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your HKG to Frankfurt flight:
Flex To Go, Alamo and Keddy By Europcar make collecting a Frankfurt - Hahn Airport rental car simple. These suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on the road before long.
Avoid potential price surges. Securing your ride four weeks before your arrival at HHN will help you stay within budget.
Best time to go to Frankfurt
Travel to Frankfurt in high season if you want a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Hong Kong International Airport to Frankfurt during the off-season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
Lock in a Hong Kong International Airport to Frankfurt plane ticket with a departure in July to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -4ºC (25ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from HKG to Frankfurt around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Frankfurt
Start your Frankfurt trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Frankfurt, browse our range of accommodation options including:
Goethe House and Palmengarten are just two of the top attractions to add to your Frankfurt to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Frankfurt Cathedral.
Explore more of Germany
You've seen Frankfurt, now it's time to explore other parts of Germany. Travel about 260 miles north-east to Berlin to tick off its top attractions. From Brandenburg Gate to Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Hamburg is another well-known destination in Germany and is around 240 miles north of Frankfurt. No journey is complete without experiencing Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.