Philadelphia to Frankfurt am Main (PHL–FRA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
PHL–FRA is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Airbus France leads the route. The flight covers 3,939 miles in approximately 7h 55m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4Y Airbus France Also: LH, LX, OS, SN | 6 | 332 | 7h55 | – | LH, LX, OS, SN |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Frankfurt am Main from Philadelphia
| Metric | PHL→FRA | EWR→FRA | BWI→FRA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from PHL | – | 80 mi | 90 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 5 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 30 | 28 | 1 |
| Flight time | 7h 55m | 6h 41m | 7h 47m |
| Departure OTP | 91% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
PHL: EDT · FRA: CEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Philadelphia, it's 12:00 AM (next day) in Frankfurt am Main.
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.
SEPTA Airport Line rail runs from Center City Philadelphia (30th Street, Suburban, Jefferson, and Market East stations) to the airport in 25–30 minutes ($8 each way). Trains run every 30 minutes from about 5am to midnight. I-76 (Schuylkill Expressway) and I-95 are both frequently congested, making the train a consistent choice for anyone based near a SEPTA station.
Ride-shares from Center City cost $20–35 and take 20–40 minutes. Taxis are metered and slightly more.
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.
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.
PHL–FRA Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from PHL to FRA
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) and Frankfurt Main Airport (FRA) are connected by nonstop service from Airbus France. With 30 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
PHL to FRA Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from PHL to FRA is about 7 hours 55 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 3,939 miles (6,339 km). There are approximately 30 weekly flights outbound and 30 return, totaling 60 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Boston Logan, Amsterdam and London Heathrow. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Newark (EWR), Baltimore (BWI) and Teterboro (TEB).