Flying from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Washington DC: what you need to know
Washington DC is 5 hours behind Frankfurt, where Frankfurt Airport is located. Washington DC operates on the UTC-4 timezone.
With 36 weekly flights between the two airports, Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) is the most popular route. Lufthansa operates the earliest flight at 10:30. If you're eager to get more out of your day before taking off, the last flight from FRA to IAD is with United at 17:10.
Leave enough time to get on your flight from FRA to Washington DC. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Nonstop flights from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Washington DC are available for booking. Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) is where you'll arrive.
Popular carriers that operate direct flights from Frankfurt Airport to Washington DC include:
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip — and perhaps even explore a different city. When browsing flights from FRA to Washington DC, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Logan International Airport (BOS)
You will need an ETA for United States if you hold a passport from Germany and are travelling for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements can change. So before booking your cheap ticket from Frankfurt Airport to Washington DC, check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the latest updates.
Located around 14 kilometres from the centre of Frankfurt, FRA can be reached in approximately 21 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 37 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Frankfurt Airport to Washington DC? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to FRA:
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Washington DC
ر.ق. 1,163 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Frankfurt Airport to Washington DC. A return flight starts at ر.ق. 1,397. These fares can change depending on demand.
Score cheap tickets from FRA to Washington DC by booking at least 9 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Frankfurt Airport to Washington DC. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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Use the filters to tailor your flights from Frankfurt Airport to Washington DC. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) is around 8 kilometres from the centre of Washington DC. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is about 16 minutes.
It takes roughly 43 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Frankfurt Airport to Washington DC. Stay at one of these accommodation options near DCA instead:
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
The centre of Washington DC is about 56 kilometres from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). As soon as your flight from Frankfurt Airport to Washington DC has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should be around 51 minutes.
You can expect the trip to take roughly 3 hours and 26 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel close to IAD. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your flight from FRA to Washington DC:
Best time to go to Washington DC
July is the most popular month to catch a flight from Frankfurt Airport to Washington DC while May is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to Washington DC, consider your preferred travel pace and style.
Book your flight from Frankfurt Airport to Washington DC for July to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 19ºC to 33ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -6ºC and 10ºC. Search for cheap flights from FRA to Washington DC sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Washington DC
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Washington DC right here. Explore these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Frankfurt Airport to Washington DC:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. White House Historical Association, The White House and National Mall are popular attractions which should feature on every Washington DC itinerary.
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