Flying from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Frankfurt Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 6 hours 45 minutes.
The timezone in Frankfurt is UTC+1, which is three hours behind Abu Dhabi.
Choose from 18 weekly Abu Dhabi International Airport to Frankfurt Airport flights. The 02:10 departure with Etihad Airways is the earliest flight available. Etihad Airways operates the last service of the day at 14:35.
Leave enough time to make your AUH to FRA flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as February, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
Flying into Frankfurt (and then seeing more of Germany!) is a snap with Etihad Airways. This popular carrier has direct flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Frankfurt Airport.
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is Etihad Airways.
Etihad Airways is the most punctual carrier that operates AUH to FRA flights. An impressive 88.79% of its services on this route land as scheduled.
If you'd like to split up your journey, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Frankfurt Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between AUH and FRA:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Hamad International Airport
Vienna International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Abu Dhabi International Airport to Frankfurt Airport flight is C$179. A round-trip ticket is currently C$431. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Score cheap tickets from AUH to FRA by booking at least eight months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Frankfurt Airport is July. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
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Handy information about Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
Of all flights leaving Abu Dhabi International Airport, 78.54% touch down on time at their destination.
To reach Abu Dhabi International Airport from central Abu Dhabi, it takes around 25 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 30 minutes when using public transport.
Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near AUH. Whether you've booked an early flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Frankfurt Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Book a hotel near FRA if you're catching a late Abu Dhabi International Airport to Frankfurt Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab a Frankfurt Airport rental car and discover Frankfurt and beyond with your own set of wheels. Wheego, Alamo and OK Mobility are well-known companies you can book with here.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Frankfurt Airport around three weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to central Frankfurt
From Frankfurt Airport, Frankfurt is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It typically takes 35 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
The quietest month for a flight from Abu Dhabi International 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.
When booking your flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Frankfurt Airport, think about the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Frankfurt, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -4ºC (25ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Look for cheap tickets from AUH to FRA sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Germany
Berlin is just one of the many cities in Germany waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Frankfurt. Around 418 kilometres away to the north-east, well-known attractions include Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
If you want to check out another side of Germany, head for Hamburg, about 386 kilometres north of Frankfurt. Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg are highlights.