Flying from Frankfurt to Moscow: what you need to know
Frankfurt has a couple of airports where you can kick off your trip. Explore your options for booking a flight from Frankfurt to Moscow flying out of Frankfurt Airport (FRA) or Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN).
Get off the plane at one of Moscow's major entry points like Sheremetyevo International Airport (SVO). Alternatively, touch down at Vnukovo Airport (VKO) or Moscow Domodedovo Airport (DME).
The timezone in Moscow is UTC+3, which is two hours ahead of Frankfurt.
For a stress-free start to your trip, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your Frankfurt to Moscow flight.
Flying during a popular month such as July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Moscow
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap Frankfurt to Moscow flights if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest plane tickets from Frankfurt to Moscow throughout the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from Frankfurt to Moscow by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Save on your Frankfurt to Moscow flight with the help of our filters. Select your preferred times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
Flying from Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip — and perhaps even visit a new city. When browsing Frankfurt to Moscow flights leaving from Frankfurt Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Antalya Airport (AYT)
FRA is around 11 kilometres from central Frankfurt. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 35 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Frankfurt to Moscow? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near Frankfurt Airport:
When it comes to Frankfurt Airport's on-time performance, 67.47% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
You can reach HHN from the centre of Frankfurt in about 1 hour 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride on public transport takes roughly 2 hours 40 minutes to travel the 105 kilometres or so.
Get a head start on your holiday with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from Frankfurt to Moscow, take it easy in one of these hotels near Frankfurt - Hahn Airport:
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport has an on-time performance rate of 53%. This figure highlights how frequently flights that take off from this airport make it to their destination on time.
Arriving in Moscow
Sheremetyevo International Airport (SVO)
Sheremetyevo International Airport (SVO) is approximately 27 kilometres from central Moscow. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 35 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Frankfurt to Moscow, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near SVO:
Best time to go to Moscow
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Frankfurt to Moscow. July is the most popular month to travel to Moscow. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Moscow is July, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Lock in your Frankfurt to Moscow ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
January sees average temperatures of between -18ºC (0ºF) and 0ºC (32ºF). Look for cheap flights from Frankfurt to Moscow around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Russia
Moscow will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of Russia you'll want to see. Around 386 kilometres east of Moscow, a trip to Nizhniy Novgorod will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Monument to cosmonaut Komarov, A.M.Gorkiy Childhood Museum and Dlinnaya Staraya Lestnitsa.
If you want to check out another well-known destination in Russia, consider Voronezh, about 467 kilometres south of Moscow. Dom Gardenina, Skver Dzerzhinskogo and Alleya Slavy Voronezhskikh Olimpiytsev-Dinamovtsev are the start of reasons to visit.
