Which airlines fly to Frankfurt am Main?

When flying to Frankfurt am Main from South Africa, momondo travellers will most often fly with one of these popular airlines: Lufthansa, Emirates, Condor or Qatar Airways. Depending on what airport in South Africa you fly from, you may be able to find flights with any of these popular airlines.

How long does it take to fly to Frankfurt am Main?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in South Africa you fly out of and what airport in Frankfurt am Main you fly into. For example, flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Frankfurt am Main takes 10h 35m on average. On the other hand, flying from Cape Town Intl to Frankfurt am Main takes 11h 50m on average. Keep in mind that it’s always quicker to opt for a non-stop flight, so be sure to check momondo to see if there are any available for your route.

R5 776 Cheap Flights to Frankfurt am Main in 2025/26

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19:20 - 11:15JNB-FRA

16h 55m1 stop

6:55 - 22:05FRA-JNB

14h 10m1 stop

R11 014Multiple Airlines

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Sun, Nov 9 - Sat, Nov 22

23:59 - 17:15JNB-FRA

18h 16m1 stop

18:30 - 22:05FRA-JNB

26h 35m1 stop

R11 066KLM

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Thu, Nov 13 - Sat, Nov 22

19:45 - 5:30JNB-FRA

10h 45mdirect

15:15 - 7:05FRA-JNB

14h 50m1 stop

R11 447Lufthansa

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Wed, Nov 5 - Wed, Nov 12

19:45 - 5:30JNB-FRA

10h 45mdirect

22:00 - 9:30FRA-JNB

10h 30mdirect

R11 465Lufthansa

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Wed, Nov 5 - Wed, Nov 12

19:50 - 7:00CPT-FRA

12h 10mdirect

21:55 - 10:45FRA-CPT

11h 50mdirect

R11 794Condor

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Thu, Nov 6 - Tue, Nov 11

19:50 - 7:00CPT-FRA

12h 10mdirect

21:55 - 10:45FRA-CPT

11h 50mdirect

R12 228Condor

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Wed, Dec 24 - Sun, Jan 4

22:20 - 19:20JNB-FRA

22h 00m1 stop

21:10 - 20:35FRA-JNB

22h 25m1 stop

R12 557Emirates

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Mon, Mar 23 - Thu, Mar 26

13:40 - 19:20CPT-FRA

30h 40m1 stop

9:40 - 11:40FRA-CPT

25h 00m1 stop

R12 870Emirates

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Mon, Nov 3 - Wed, Nov 12

12:25 - 13:35DUR-FRA

26h 10m2 stops

17:15 - 10:35FRA-DUR

17h 20m2 stops

R14 691Qatar Airways

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Sat, Mar 28 - Mon, Apr 13

10:35 - 13:35DUR-FRA

28h 00m3 stops

9:35 - 10:35FRA-DUR

25h 00m2 stops

R18 316Qatar Airways

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Sat, Mar 28 - Mon, Apr 13

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Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgFrankfurt am Main

JNB - FRA

JNBFRA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 9/11

19:20-11:15

1 stop16h 55m

Frankfurt am Main

Sat 22/11

6:55-22:05

1 stop14h 10m

R11 014

JohannesburgFrankfurt am Main

JNB - FRA

JNBFRA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 13/11

23:59-17:15

1 stop18h 16m

Frankfurt am Main

Sat 22/11

18:30-22:05

1 stop26h 35m

R11 066

JohannesburgFrankfurt am Main

JNB - FRA

JNBFRA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 5/11

19:45-5:30

Nonstop10h 45m

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 12/11

15:15-7:05

1 stop14h 50m

R11 447

JohannesburgFrankfurt am Main

JNB - FRA

JNBFRA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 5/11

19:45-5:30

Nonstop10h 45m

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 12/11

22:00-9:30

Nonstop10h 30m

R11 465

Cape TownFrankfurt am Main

CPT - FRA

CPTFRA

Cape Town Intl

Thu 6/11

19:50-7:00

Nonstop12h 10m

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 11/11

21:55-10:45

Nonstop11h 50m

R11 794

Cape TownFrankfurt am Main

CPT - FRA

CPTFRA

Cape Town Intl

Wed 24/12

19:50-7:00

Nonstop12h 10m

Frankfurt am Main

Sun 4/1

21:55-10:45

Nonstop11h 50m

R12 228

JohannesburgFrankfurt am Main

JNB - FRA

JNBFRA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 23/3

22:20-19:20

1 stop22h 00m

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 26/3

21:10-20:35

1 stop22h 25m

R12 557

Cape TownFrankfurt am Main

CPT - FRA

CPTFRA

Cape Town Intl

Mon 3/11

13:40-19:20

1 stop30h 40m

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 12/11

9:40-11:40

1 stop25h 00m

R12 870

DurbanFrankfurt am Main

DUR - FRA

DURFRA

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sat 28/3

12:25-13:35

2 stops26h 10m

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 13/4

17:15-10:35

2 stops17h 20m

R14 691

DurbanFrankfurt am Main

DUR - FRA

DURFRA

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sat 28/3

10:35-13:35

3 stops28h 00m

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 13/4

9:35-10:35

2 stops25h 00m

R18 316

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Frankfurt am Main?

In general, March is the cheapest month to fly from South Africa to Frankfurt am Main. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around R12 176. If you’re not able to fly to Frankfurt am Main in March, then February is your next best option. Flight prices from South Africa to Frankfurt am Main during February average around R12 315.

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What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Frankfurt am Main?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Frankfurt am Main is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as R14 841. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Saturday because tickets tend to average around R17 729. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Frankfurt am Main.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Frankfurt am Main?

Flying to Frankfurt am Main from South Africa in the afternoon is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as R12 407 when looking at flights departing in the afternoon. Flights to Frankfurt am Main are more costly in the evening, with an average ticket price of R16 232. Departure times in the evening fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Frankfurt am Main?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Frankfurt am Main from South Africa when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Frankfurt am Main for around R13 573 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Frankfurt am Main from South Africa for as low as R13 026 on momondo.

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CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO FRANKFURT AM MAIN FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORT	March	11% cheaper	Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Frankfurt am Main costs on average just R12 176 in March
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO FRANKFURT AM MAIN FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORT	July	10% more expensive	It costs about R15 055 for flights to Frankfurt am Main from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO FRANKFURT AM MAIN FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORT	December	312% more users visited	More momondo users searched in flights to Frankfurt am Main from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December than any other month

Cheap Frankfurt am Main flight deals and tips

Summary info about Frankfurt am Main flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	R5 776
Best Round-Trip Price	R11 014
Fastest flight time	12h 10m
Popular in	April

The best one-way flight price to Frankfurt am Main from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R5 776 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Frankfurt am Main).

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The best round-trip flight price to Frankfurt am Main from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R11 014 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Frankfurt am Main).

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The fastest flight to Frankfurt am Main from South Africa takes 12h 10m (Cape Town Intl to Frankfurt am Main).

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April has the highest demand for flights to Frankfurt am Main, with a 1% price increase on average.

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Frequently asked questions about flying to Frankfurt am Main

How far in advance should I book a flight to Frankfurt am Main?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Frankfurt am Main from South Africa when booking 57 days ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Frankfurt am Main for around R13 573 when searching 57 days out.

Is there an alternative airport near Frankfurt am Main?

Mannheim City Airport, Frankfurt-Hahn Airport, Cologne Köln/Bonn Airport, Saarbruecken Ensheim Airport or Karlsruhe Söllingen Airport can be an alternative airport used for travel to Frankfurt am Main.

Is there a cheaper alternative to flying into Frankfurt am Main?

The cheapest airport near Frankfurt am Main is typically Frankfurt-Hahn Airport, with an average price of R1 299/person. These prices vary based on where travellers are coming from. It is suggested that travellers looking to save money try momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.

Are there flights to Nordend-West?

Yes, flights to Nordend-West are served by Frankfurt am Main’s Frankfurt am Main airport which is 13,2 km away.

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Frankfurt am Main?

Prices for flights to Frankfurt am Main were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights to Frankfurt am Main?

As of October 2025, there are 15 operators available to choose from for flights to Frankfurt am Main.

How old do you have to be to fly to Frankfurt am Main?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel to Frankfurt am Main.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Frankfurt am Main?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Frankfurt am Main may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Frankfurt am Main. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Can I find flights to Frankfurt am Main with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Flights to Frankfurt am Main with flexible booking policies can be found by using the search form above and then selecting our dedicated flexible booking filter, which will highlight only the flights where this policy is applied.

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