Travelling from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Frankfurt: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 11 hours 10 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Frankfurt.
George Bush Intercontinental Airport is located in Houston. Following the UTC+1 timezone, Frankfurt is six hours ahead of Houston.
With 14 weekly flights between the two airports, George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is the most popular route. Lufthansa operates the earliest flight at 15:35. If you prefer to make the most of your day before flying, the last departure from IAH to FRA is with United Airlines at 19:50.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to board your IAH to Frankfurt flight.
Travelling during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Direct George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Frankfurt tickets are available for booking. Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is where you'll step off the plane.
Book your seat with United Airlines. This popular airline offers direct flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Frankfurt.
We make it easy to book plane tickets from IAH to Frankfurt with a stopover. To see your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
IAH is about 21 kilometres from central Houston. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 50 minutes.
Catching an early flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Frankfurt? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near IAH:
Of the flights that depart from George Bush Intercontinental Airport, 78.42% touch down on time at their destination.
IAH is located at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
How to find the cheapest flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Frankfurt
The lowest price we've found for a one-way George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Frankfurt flight is $517. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,041. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book one month before you want to fly. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from IAH to Frankfurt.
Organise your trip for May. That's the best month for scoring an awesome deal on George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Frankfurt tickets. If you're open to different travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to access the lowest price across every month.
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Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
The distance from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to central Frankfurt is roughly 14 kilometres. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you around 35 minutes.
Think about booking a hotel near FRA if you're coming in on a late flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Frankfurt. Settle into one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Grab a Frankfurt Airport rental car and explore Frankfurt and beyond with your own wheels. Wheego, Alamo and OK Mobility are leading providers to choose from here.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Frankfurt Airport about three weeks ahead of your flight from IAH to Frankfurt.
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
The centre of Frankfurt is around 121 kilometres from Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN). After your flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Frankfurt has landed and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 1 hour 30 minutes.
You can expect the trip to take about 2 hours 40 minutes on public transport.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to HHN. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your IAH to Frankfurt flight:
Flex To Go, Alamo and Keddy By Europcar make picking up a Frankfurt - Hahn Airport rental car simple. These companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.
Don't pay more than you need to. Reserving your ride four weeks before your arrival at HHN will help you stay within budget.
Best time to go to Frankfurt
Plan your trip to Frankfurt during peak season if you want a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book your flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Frankfurt during low season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
When booking your George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Frankfurt plane ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Frankfurt, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from IAH to Frankfurt in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -4ºC (25ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.
More about Frankfurt
Once you've booked your flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Frankfurt, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Frankfurt:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Goethe House, Palmengarten and Frankfurt Cathedral are essential stops on your Frankfurt itinerary.
Explore more of Germany
Berlin is just one of the many places in Germany waiting to be explored once you've seen Frankfurt. Around 418 kilometres away to the north-east, well-known attractions include Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
Around 386 kilometres north of Frankfurt, Hamburg is another essential stop in Germany. No visit is complete without checking out Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.
