Travelling from Narita International Airport (NRT) to Frankfurt: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 13 hours 5 minutes. That's the average time for a direct flight from Narita International Airport to Frankfurt.
Narita International Airport is located in Tokyo. Based in the UTC+1 timezone, Frankfurt is eight hours behind Tokyo.
With seven weekly flights between the two airports, Narita International Airport (NRT) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is the most popular route. Board JAL's 10:40 flight to get your trip from NRT to FRA underway.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your NRT to Frankfurt flight.
If you're flying during a major holiday or another peak period, give yourself extra time. A good rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.
Direct Narita International Airport to Frankfurt tickets are available for booking. Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is where you'll step off the plane.
Keep an eye out for offers from JAL. This carrier has direct flights from Narita International Airport to Frankfurt.
We make it easy to book flight tickets from NRT to Frankfurt with a stopover. To see your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
To get to NRT from central Tokyo, it takes about 1 hour by car. It's roughly 56 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Want an easy start to your holiday? Stay near NRT. Whether you have an early flight from Narita International Airport to Frankfurt or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are a convenient choice:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Narita International Airport, 70.53% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
You'll find NRT at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
How to find the cheapest flights from Narita International Airport (NRT) to Frankfurt
RM1,184 is currently the best price for a one-way Narita International Airport to Frankfurt flight. Return flight tickets start at RM2,575. These prices may change based on availability.
Score cheap flights from NRT to Frankfurt by booking seven months ahead. According to our research, that's the best time for finding the biggest deals.
November is the best month for nabbing an incredible deal on Narita International Airport to Frankfurt tickets. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
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Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to central Frankfurt takes around 20 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 14 kilometres away.
Getting there by public transport takes about 35 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Narita International Airport to Frankfurt, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near FRA:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Frankfurt Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Wheego, Alamo or OK Mobility and explore beyond Frankfurt's usual tourist stops.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Frankfurt Airport about three weeks in advance of your flight from NRT to Frankfurt.
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
After your flight from Narita International Airport to Frankfurt has hit the runway, you can make your way 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're travelling on public transport, it'll take around 2 hours 40 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near HHN. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your NRT to Frankfurt flight:
Forget about public transport timetables or slow-moving cab lines. Grab a Frankfurt - Hahn Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Check out the rates and availability from Flex To Go, Alamo and Keddy By Europcar.
Get the pick of the lot. Reserving your ride from HHN four weeks in advance often means lower prices and a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Frankfurt
Carefully consider your dates before locking in your flight from Narita International Airport to Frankfurt. The city comes alive in peak season, but hotel prices are often higher and top attractions can be crowded. Visit Frankfurt in the low season if you prefer a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in a Narita International Airport to Frankfurt flight ticket with a departure in July to explore 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). Search for a cheap ticket from NRT to Frankfurt around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Frankfurt
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Frankfurt right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Narita International Airport to Frankfurt:
Goethe House and Palmengarten are just a couple of the leading attractions to add to your Frankfurt itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Frankfurt Cathedral.
Explore more of Germany
Frankfurt has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Germany just waiting to be discovered. Around 418 kilometres north-east of Frankfurt, a visit to Berlin will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
If there's time to check out another major destination in Germany, head for Hamburg, roughly 386 kilometres north of Frankfurt. Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg are among its highlights.