London to Frankfurt flights
Direct and connecting flights from London City Airport (LCY) to Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) — airlines, aircraft types, and the safety record for this route.
Route FAQ
How long does the flight from London to Frankfurt take?
Flight time from London (LCY) to Frankfurt (FRA) depends on routing, aircraft type, and whether the flight is direct or connecting. A direct flight typically reflects great-circle distance plus winds, while one-stop options can add several hours depending on the layover airport. The typical block time and frequency we have observed for this route are shown above.
Which airlines fly from London to Frankfurt?
Airline availability for LCY to FRA changes by season and sometimes week to week as carriers adjust capacity. The airlines and aircraft types observed operating this route, both direct and connecting, are listed below based on real flight-tracking data.
Are there direct flights from London to Frankfurt?
Direct (nonstop) availability on LCY to FRA varies by date, day of week, and season. Busy city pairs usually have multiple daily nonstops, while thinner routes may only have direct service a few days per week or only during peak seasons.
No fatal or serious occurrence involving any operator on this pair in the last 90 days.
- Air Dolomiti94
- Lufthansa88
| Carrier | Sightings / 90d | Safety events |
|---|---|---|
| Lufthansa | 5 sightings | No recorded events |
| Air Dolomiti | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
Planning LCY → FRA
LCY to FRA is a short-haul route of 620 km (385 mi). See the return FRA → LCY route.
Alternative airports near London: Biggin Hill (BQH) — 19 km, Northolt (NHT) — 33 km, Rochester (RCS) — 35 km.
Alternative airports near Frankfurt: Egelsbach (QEF) — 10 km, Wiesbaden (WIE) — 17 km, Hanau (ZNF) — 33 km.