Flying from Frankfurt to Phoenix: what you need to know
Frankfurt has two main airports that could be the jumping-off point for your adventure. Check out your options for booking a flight from Frankfurt to Phoenix flying out of Frankfurt Airport (FRA) or Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN).
Touch down at Phoenix's primary hub, Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX).
A direct flight from Frankfurt to Phoenix takes on average 11 hours 35 minutes. The timezone in Phoenix is UTC-7, which is 8 hours behind Frankfurt.
Leave enough time to make your flight from Frankfurt to Phoenix. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're travelling during a major holiday or other peak period, allow extra time. A good rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.
If you hold a passport from Germany, you will need an ETA to enter United States. This applies if you're booking a cheap flight from Frankfurt to Phoenix for tourism purposes. The rules may be different if you're travelling for work or other reasons. Always check official visa guidelines before you make travel plans and definitely before flying.
Flying from Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
If you're after a direct flight from Frankfurt to Phoenix, you can catch one from Frankfurt Airport (FRA). Get from FRA to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) in one seamless journey.
Condor is a popular carrier that offers direct flights from Frankfurt to Phoenix departing from FRA.
We make it a cinch to find a flight from Frankfurt to Phoenix that includes a stopover. To see the options departing from Frankfurt Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
Denver International Airport (DEN)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
FRA is around 14 kilometres from central Frankfurt. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 21 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 37 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to Frankfurt Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Frankfurt to Phoenix, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
Get the most out of your vacation with a stopover on your flight from Frankfurt to Phoenix. Visit family or friends or tick another city off your list. Whatever you choose to do, check out these stops between Frankfurt Airport and Phoenix:
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
Denver International Airport (DEN)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Frankfurt to HHN in around 2 hours and 40 minutes. The airport is roughly 121 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 1 hour and 32 minutes.
It's your vacation, so why not spend another night away? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Frankfurt - Hahn Airport the day before your flight from Frankfurt to Phoenix:
Arriving in Phoenix
Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal Airport (SCF)
Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal Airport (SCF) to central Phoenix is roughly 32 kilometres. It takes around 33 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes about 1 hour and 54 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Frankfurt to Phoenix. Book one of these accommodation options near SCF instead:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
The centre of Phoenix is approximately 8 kilometres from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX). Once your flight from Frankfurt to Phoenix has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should take about 11 minutes.
The journey will take approximately 34 minutes on public transport.
There are some cozy hotels where you can rest ahead of your adventure near PHX. Tuck yourself in after your flight from Frankfurt to Phoenix at any of these perfectly located options:
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Phoenix
Right now, C$565 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Frankfurt to Phoenix. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$1,084. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book 9 months before you want to travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap flights from Frankfurt to Phoenix.
Organize your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Frankfurt to Phoenix. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
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Best time to go to Phoenix
Travel to Phoenix during high season if you like a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, schedule your flights from Frankfurt to Phoenix during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
Before locking in your flight from Frankfurt to Phoenix, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Phoenix, with the temperature ranging from 26ºC to 44ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 4ºC and 20ºC. Look for cheap flights from Frankfurt to Phoenix sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Phoenix
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Phoenix right here. Explore these hotels after you've booked your flight from Frankfurt to Phoenix:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Desert Botanical Garden, Heard Museum and Papago Park are top sights which should feature on any good Phoenix itinerary.
Complete your Phoenix trip with a car rental
Discover our range of car rentals once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flight from Frankfurt to Phoenix. Whether you're searching for an SUV, a compact ride or anything in between, you can compare companies in one go to find the perfect deal.
