Flying from Frankfurt to Santander Airport (SDR): what you need to know
Frankfurt has two main airports where you can kick off your travels. Check out your options for booking a flight from Frankfurt to Santander Airport (SDR) leaving from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) or Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN).
Santander Airport is located in Santander. The city's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Frankfurt.
To ensure you catch your flight from Frankfurt to SDR, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from Frankfurt to SDR. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Frankfurt Airport (FRA). Break up the journey at one of these popular options:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI)
The distance from central Frankfurt to FRA is approximately 14 kilometres. Check out Google Maps for the best route, whether in your own car or with public transport.
Want a handy hotel close to Frankfurt Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Frankfurt to Santander Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
Visit friends or family or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Frankfurt to Santander Airport, check out these options when heading out from Frankfurt - Hahn Airport:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI)
Malaga Airport (AGP)
You can get to HHN from the centre of Frankfurt in approximately 1 hour and 32 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 2 hours and 40 minutes to cover the 121 kilometres or so.
Get your holiday started early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from Frankfurt to SDR, chill out in one of these hotels close to Frankfurt - Hahn Airport:
About Santander Airport (SDR)
Reserve a hotel near SDR if you're catching a late flight from Frankfurt to Santander Airport. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Santander Airport (SDR) to central Santander
Santander Airport is approximately 6 kilometres from the centre of Santander. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is about 9 minutes.
Getting there by public transport will take you around 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Santander Airport (SDR)
For a one-way ticket from Frankfurt to Santander Airport, ر.ق. 229 is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return trip from just ر.ق. 575. These are the lowest fares right now and may differ depending on availability.
To score cheap tickets from Frankfurt to SDR, book in advance. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare the prices of tickets from Frankfurt to Santander Airport across the entire month. The lowest fares are marked in green, making it easy to choose a flight your budget will love.
Set up a Price Alert and track any changes on this route through email or push notifications. You'll know straight away when prices go down. Timing matters when searching for cheap flight tickets from Frankfurt to SDR.
Customise your journey using filters. Adjust the total duration, number of stops, and departure and arrival times to find the right flight from Frankfurt to Santander Airport. You can also sort the results to see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' options first.
The best time to fly from Frankfurt to Santander Airport (SDR)
August is the most popular month for flights from Frankfurt to Santander Airport. To skip the crowds, head for Santander in April when things are quieter.
Book your flight from Frankfurt to SDR for August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Santander to range from 16ºC to 24ºC.
Visit in February for cooler conditions. Average temperatures range between 5ºC and 14ºC. However, this destination promises a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Frankfurt to Santander Airport.
More about Santander
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Santander right here. Browse these hotels after locking in your flight from Frankfurt to Santander Airport:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Segunda Playa Del Sardinero, Museum of Prehistory and Archaeology of Cantabria and Jardines de Piquío Jardines de Piquio are essential stops on your Santander itinerary.
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