Newark to Frankfurt am Main (EWR–FRA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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  Flight Airline AC Dep Arr Dur OTP Sched  
✈ Nonstop
LH403+2
LH Lufthansa
346
6:00 PM
EDT TB
7:40 AM+1
CEST
7h 40m
M T W T F S S
Prices
SN9003cs
SN Lynx Air
77W
7:15 PM
EDT TC
9:10 AM+1
CEST
7h 55m
M T W T F S S
Prices
OS7839cs
OS Austrian
77W
7:15 PM
EDT TC
9:10 AM+1
CEST
7h 55m
M T W T F S S
Prices
UA42+4
UA United
77W
7:15 PM
EDT TC
9:10 AM+1
CEST
7h 55m
M T W T F S S
Prices
LX3110cs
LX Swiss
77W
11:05 AM
CEST T1
3:00 PM
EDT
9h 55m
M T W T F S S
Prices
OS7840cs
OS Austrian
77W
11:05 AM
CEST T1
3:00 PM
EDT
9h 55m
M T W T F S S
Prices
SN9004cs
SN Lynx Air
77W
11:10 AM
CEST T1
1:40 PM
EDT
8h 30m
M T W T F S S
Prices
UA43+5
UA United
77W
11:42 AM
CEST T1
1:24 PM
EDT
7h 42m
M T W T F S S
Prices
LH402+2
LH Lufthansa
346
1:29 PM
CEST T1
3:38 PM
EDT
8h 9m
M T W T F S S
Prices

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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.

1-STOP More options, longer trips
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Newark to Frankfurt am Main
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
28 Flights/wk 3,860 mi 7h 40m nonstop +6h ahead 103 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between EWR and FRA, connecting options are available through 103 hubs.

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, EWR to FRA direction.
Mon
4
flights
Tue
4
flights
Wed
4
flights
Thu
4
flights
Fri
4
flights
Sat
4
flights
Sun
4
flights
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
4
Nonstop flights
28
Outbound / wk
35
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for EWR to FRA.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
103
Hubs
~9h
Fastest
~50h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
7,017
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.

Other ways to reach Frankfurt am Main from Newark

Nearby airports with service to Frankfurt Main Airport.
Metric EWR→FRA JFK→FRA PHL→FRA
Distance from EWR 21 mi 80 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 10 2
Weekly flights 28 67 12
Flight time 7h 40m 7h 14m 7h 21m
Departure OTP 82%
Airports within 200 miles of EWR with service to Frankfurt Main Airport.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+6h
Frankfurt am Main is 6 hours ahead of Newark.
EWR: EDT · FRA: CEST

When it's 6:00 PM in Newark, it's 12:00 AM (next day) in Frankfurt am Main.
Distance & Flight Time
3,860 mi / 6,211 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 7h 40m to 7h 55m.
Visa & Entry

US citizens enter Germany and the Schengen area visa-free for up to 90 days within any 180-day period. ETIAS authorization will be required when the EU system launches (EUR 7, valid 3 years). Passport validity must extend 3 months past planned Schengen departure.

Germany enforces EU duty-free allowances strictly: 200 cigarettes or 1L spirits. Declare goods over EUR 430 in value.

Getting to EWR

NJ Transit train from New York Penn Station to Newark Airport station takes 25–30 minutes ($13.50); an AirTrain connection ($5.50 more) links to the terminals. From Midtown Manhattan, the journey costs around $19 total.Ride-shares from Manhattan run $45–80 depending on traffic; add the $17.50 Lincoln Tunnel toll. Taxis from Manhattan carry a flat $55 rate plus tolls and tip. Allow 60–90 minutes from Midtown during peak hours.

Getting from FRA

S8/S9 S-Bahn to Frankfurt Hauptbahnhof (15 min, €5.65) departs from the basement of Terminal 1 Regional station. For long-distance travel to other German cities, the Fernbahnhof (separate building, connected by walkway) has direct ICE services; check if your train stops here before going into the city.Taxis from Terminal 1/2 to Frankfurt city centre cost €25–40. Rental car agencies are at both terminals. Terminal 2 is connected to Terminal 1 via the free SkyLine monorail; allow 5–10 minutes for the transfer. No airport supplement applies to Frankfurt public transit.

Frankfurt am Main Climate

Continental climate with moderate continental influence. Winters are cold (−1 to 5°C) with periodic snow and ice. FRA handles de-icing well but heavy snowfall causes delays across the network. Fog along the Rhine Valley is a significant departure risk in November through January, sometimes persisting until midday.

Summers are warm (22–30°C) with afternoon thunderstorms that cause brief but sharp delays. Spring is mild and damp. Autumn offers the best settled weather. FRA is a major hub. Weather delays cascade through Lufthansa's global network.

EWR–FRA Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Newark to Frankfurt am Main route.
Route details
Distance3,860 mi / 6,211 km
Flight time7h 40m to 7h 55m
Time difference+6 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights28 out / 35 return
1-stop connections103 hubs
Origin: EWR
IATA / ICAOEWR / KEWR
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr49.1M
Elevation18 ft / 5 m
Destination: FRA
IATA / ICAOFRA / EDDF
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
Passengers/yr61.5M
Elevation364 ft / 111 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about EWR to FRA flights.
Nonstop flights from Newark Liberty International Airport to Frankfurt Main Airport take approximately 7h 40m to 7h 55m. The route covers 3,860 miles.
There are approximately 28 nonstop flights per week from EWR to FRA. The return direction has about 35 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through MAN, LIN, PSA, SNN, IBZ, PHL, VNO, CVG, LYS, JFK, GVA, RAK, KEF, BRU, AMS, BRI, YHZ, FAO, LCA, BGI, YUL, BOS, CDG, MTY, MUC, MXP, PMI, GIG, SPU, PTY, BOG, AGP, DUB, FCO, YYZ, LIS, CLT, BCN, ANC, TPA, DTW, LHR, ATL, ZRH, EDI, SJD, BER, VIE, DBV, OSL, MIA, PUJ, MBJ, IAD, RSW, ARN, MCO, YVR, FNC, ORD, CPH, VCE, RZE, MAD, ATH, SDQ, PMO, NAP, LIM, IAH, CUN, GLA, MEX, IST, CPT, RDU, WAW, STL, OPO, TLV, CAI, LAX, LAS, KRK, GDL, DFW, DXB, NCE, AUS, SEA, DEL, DEN, SJO, GRU, PDL, SFO, ICN, YYC, BOM, NRT, JNB, SIN and HND. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Frankfurt am Main is 6 hours ahead of Newark.
Yes, return flights from FRA to EWR are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include JFK and PHL. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from EWR to FRA

Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and Frankfurt Main Airport (FRA) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

EWR to FRA Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from EWR to FRA ranges from 7 hours 40 minutes to 7 hours 55 minutes. The route covers a distance of 3,860 miles (6,211 km). There are approximately 28 weekly flights outbound and 35 return, totaling 63 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

103 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 9 hours via MAN. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include New York (JFK) and Philadelphia (PHL).