Flying from City of Derry Airport (LDY) to Frankfurt: what you need to know
City of Derry Airport is located in Derry. Following the UTC+1 timezone, Frankfurt is one hour ahead of Derry.
For a relaxed start to your LDY to Frankfurt flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
If you're flying during a bank holiday or another peak period, allow for even more time. A good rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
Stopovers offer the opportunity to discover a new place or just have a break during your journey. When searching for a flight ticket from LDY to Frankfurt, deselect 'Direct flights only' to explore all potential stops. London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is one option.
LDY is around 11 kilometres from central Derry. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 40 minutes.
Searching for a hotel near LDY? If you're boarding an early flight from City of Derry Airport to Frankfurt, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
How to find the cheapest flights from City of Derry Airport (LDY) to Frankfurt
RM795 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way City of Derry Airport to Frankfurt flight. A round-trip flight ticket right now is RM1,542. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
To find cheap flights from LDY to Frankfurt, book early. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when tickets are first released.
Scoring cheap tickets from City of Derry Airport to Frankfurt is easier if you're flexible with your trip dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to get the lowest fares across every month and score a fantastic deal.
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Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is around 14 kilometres from central Frankfurt. If you're getting a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 20 minutes.
It typically takes 35 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from City of Derry Airport to Frankfurt, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near FRA:
Explore without limits with a Frankfurt Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Wheego, Alamo or OK Mobility and discover more of Frankfurt and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Frankfurt Airport about three weeks ahead of your flight from LDY to Frankfurt can help you lock in the best possible rate.
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
Once your flight from City of Derry Airport to Frankfurt has landed, you can get to the city centre in about 1 hour 30 minutes by car. Central Frankfurt is roughly 121 kilometres from Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN).
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre takes 2 hours 40 minutes or so.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to HHN. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your LDY to Frankfurt flight:
Flex To Go, Alamo and Keddy By Europcar make picking up a Frankfurt - Hahn Airport rental car quick and easy. These suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will get you on your way in no time.
Call dibs on the best options. Reserving your ride from HHN four weeks ahead of time often means better prices and a wider range of vehicles.
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 City of Derry Airport to Frankfurt in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
The warmest month in Frankfurt is July, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your City of Derry Airport to Frankfurt flight ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
January has average temperatures of between -4ºC (25ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from LDY to Frankfurt around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Frankfurt
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Frankfurt right here. Explore these options once you've locked in your flight from City of Derry Airport to Frankfurt:
Goethe House and Palmengarten are just the start of the top attractions to add to your Frankfurt itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Frankfurt Cathedral.
Explore more of Germany
Frankfurt has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Germany you'll want to see. Around 418 kilometres north-east of Frankfurt, a visit to Berlin will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
Around 386 kilometres north of Frankfurt, Hamburg is another essential stop in Germany. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.
