Frankfurt Airport

Airport Airport

IATA Code
FRA
ICAO Code
EDDF
Airport Type
Large Airport
Class
International

Frankfurt Airport (FRA) has two main passenger terminal areas (Terminal 1 and Terminal 2) and served around 60-70 million passengers in pre‑pandemic years. It is a major hub for Lufthansa and an important European transfer point.

The terminals are connected by an internal people mover and shuttle services; a major intercity rail station serves the airport with direct long‑distance and regional connections.

Frankfurt Airport
Elevation: 110 m
50.0302, 8.5611

Terminal Guide for Frankfurt Airport #

Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 each contain multiple concourses and dedicated facilities for check‑in, security and arrivals. The terminals are linked by the automated people mover (SkyLine) and shuttle buses; many transfer passengers change terminals en route to connecting flights. Passenger services such as lounges, shops and eateries are available in both terminals.

Getting to and From Frankfurt Airport #

Frankfurt Airport is a major rail hub as well as an air hub; travel time to central Frankfurt by S‑Bahn is about 12-20 minutes, and ICE trains connect directly from the airport’s long‑distance station to other German cities.

  • Rail/S‑Bahn/ICE: Frequent S‑Bahn services (S8/S9) link the airport to central Frankfurt in ~12-20 minutes; the Fernbahnhof serves long‑distance ICE and IC trains across Germany.
  • Buses: Local buses serve the surrounding region; longer coach services operate to other cities.
  • Taxis/Ride‑share: Metered taxis are available; a taxi to central Frankfurt usually takes 20-30 minutes depending on traffic.
  • Driving: The airport is close to the A3/A5 motorways; driving time to the city centre is typically 20-30 minutes.

Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Frankfurt Airport #

Frankfurt offers extensive lounges (including multiple Lufthansa lounges), a wide retail and dining offer across terminals, free Wi‑Fi with registration in passenger areas, and plentiful charging points. Luggage storage exists at selected locations and full accessibility services are provided on request. Business and conference facilities are available in and near the terminals.

Tips for Frankfurt Airport #

  • If you need to transfer between Terminals 1 and 2/3, use the SkyLine people mover (fast) or the shuttle buses - follow signage for transfer times.
  • Frankfurt’s long‑distance train station (Fernbahnhof) serves intercity and ICE trains directly from the airport - a fast option for onward travel across Germany.
  • If flying Lufthansa, check which terminal the carrier is operating from on your day - the airline is concentrated at Frankfurt but terminal assignments can change.

Weather & Climate near Frankfurt Airport #

Climate

Frankfurt Airport's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -1°C to 25°C. Moderate rainfall (613 mm/year).

Air Quality: AQI 44 Good
Best Time to Visit
AugustJuneJuly
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
40°
Warmest Month
-19°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 4°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (42 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

46 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°
93%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

42 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.4h daylight

February

February is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (38 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

47 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°
89%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

38 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.9h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (45 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

56 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
10°
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

45 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.4
UV Index
Low
11.7h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (43 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

64 Good

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cold
10°C
Temperature
15°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

43 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
13.6h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (60 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

63 Good

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
20°
73%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

60 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.1
UV Index
High
15.3h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (61 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

73 Very Good

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
12° 23°
67%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

61 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.4
UV Index
High
16.2h daylight

July

July is the warmest month with highs of 25°C and lows of 14°C. The wettest month with 67 mm of rain and mostly overcast skies.

73 Very Good

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
14° 25°
61%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

67 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.3
UV Index
High
15.7h daylight

August

August is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (50 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

75 Very Good

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
14° 25°
63%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

50 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.1
UV Index
High
14.3h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (50 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

69 Good

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
10° 20°
69%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

50 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
12.5h daylight

October

October is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

57 Acceptable

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cool
10°C
Temperature
14°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

53 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.3
UV Index
Low
10.6h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (50 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

45 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
91%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

50 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.8h daylight

December

December is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

43 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
93%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

54 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.0
UV Index
Low
7.9h daylight

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