Flying from Kansai International Airport (KIX) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA): what you need to know
Frankfurt is eight hours behind Osaka and is in the UTC+1 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Get to the airport on time to catch your KIX to FRA flight.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Kansai International Airport to Frankfurt Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Check out these options between KIX and FRA:
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How to find the cheapest flights from Kansai International Airport (KIX) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Kansai International Airport to Frankfurt Airport flight is $486. A return plane ticket right now is $949. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from KIX to FRA, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Kansai International Airport to Frankfurt Airport across every month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
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Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Kansai International Airport to Frankfurt Airport.
Handy information about Kansai International Airport (KIX)
KIX is located at 1 Senshukukokita, Izumisano.
67.95% of flights that depart Kansai International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Central Osaka to Kansai International Airport is around 48 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 45 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Searching for a convenient hotel near KIX? If you've booked an early flight from Kansai International Airport to Frankfurt Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Book a hotel close to FRA if you have a late Kansai International Airport to Frankfurt Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a Frankfurt Airport rental car and discover Frankfurt and beyond with your own wheels. Wheego, Alamo and OK Mobility are popular outlets you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle from Frankfurt Airport around three weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to central Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport is approximately 14 kilometres from central Frankfurt. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 35 minutes.
When to fly to Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Kansai International Airport to Frankfurt Airport. April is the busiest month to head to Frankfurt. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Frankfurt is July, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your flights from Kansai International Airport to Frankfurt Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January has average temperatures of between -4ºC (25ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Look for cheap tickets from KIX to FRA around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Germany
Frankfurt has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Germany waiting to be explored. Around 418 kilometres north-east of Frankfurt, a trip to Berlin will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
If there's time to check out another well-known destination in Germany, consider Hamburg, roughly 386 kilometres north of Frankfurt. Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg are highlights.