Flying from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Frankfurt Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 8 hours 50 minutes.
New York is five hours behind Frankfurt and is in the UTC-4 timezone.
Flights from FRA to JFK start from 08:20 — the first with Singapore Airlines. The last departure is at 17:15 with Lufthansa. In total, you can take your pick of 44 weekly Frankfurt Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your FRA to JFK flight.
Flying during a peak month like April? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
You'll find a range of airlines operating direct flights from Frankfurt Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport. When you're ready to kick off your New York adventure, let one of these carriers take you to this exciting corner of United States:
Condor is the top choice for travellers on this route.
With a reliable 90.16% of services arriving as scheduled, Singapore Airlines is the most punctual carrier for FRA to JFK flights.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Frankfurt Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between FRA and JFK include:
London Heathrow Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Frankfurt Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport flight is RM1,066. A round-trip ticket is currently RM1,547. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap tickets from FRA to JFK, reserve your trip five months before your departure date.
The cheapest month for flights from Frankfurt Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from FRA to JFK by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Frankfurt Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport.
Handy information about Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Frankfurt Airport, data shows 67.47% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Central Frankfurt to Frankfurt Airport is around 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 35 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Frankfurt Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to FRA:
Arriving at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Consider booking a hotel near JFK if you have a late Frankfurt Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a John F. Kennedy International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Budget, Dollar or Sixt and experience the lesser-explored corners of New York and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from John F. Kennedy International Airport about two weeks before your travel date.
Getting from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to central New York
You'll find JFK at JFK Airport.
From John F. Kennedy International Airport, New York is approximately 48 kilometres away. It takes around 50 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
July is the busiest month for flights from Frankfurt Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to New York in May.
When reserving your flight from Frankfurt Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in New York, with the temperature ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Search for cheap tickets from FRA to JFK sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of United States
Philadelphia is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of New York. Around 129 kilometres away to the south-west, its best attractions include Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Around 306 kilometres north-east of New York, Boston is another favourite stop in United States. No visit is complete without checking out Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum.