Travelling from Incheon International Airport (ICN) to Frankfurt: what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Incheon International Airport to Frankfurt is 11 hours 34 minutes.
Incheon International Airport is located in Seoul. Based in the UTC+1 timezone, Frankfurt is 8 hours behind Seoul.
With 27 flights a week between the two airports, Incheon International Airport (ICN) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is the busiest route. Asiana Airlines operates the earliest flight at 09:00. If you're eager to get more out of your day before flying, the latest departure from ICN to FRA is with Korean Air at 13:20.
Leave enough time to catch your flight from ICN to Frankfurt. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, it's wise to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Direct flights from Incheon International Airport (ICN) to Frankfurt are available for booking. Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is where you'll disembark.
There's a variety of airlines offering direct flights from Incheon International Airport to Frankfurt, such as:
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and maybe even visit a new city. When browsing flights from ICN to Frankfurt, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
If you have a passport from South Korea and want to travel to Germany for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, entry and visa requirements may differ based on the duration of your stay and can be subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, contact your destination's nearest embassy or consulate before reserving a cheap ticket from Incheon International Airport to Frankfurt.
After an easy start to your break? Stay near ICN. Whether you're catching an early flight from Incheon International Airport to Frankfurt or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
How to find the cheapest flights from Incheon International Airport (ICN) to Frankfurt
177 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Incheon International Airport to Frankfurt. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 379 €. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap tickets from ICN to Frankfurt, reserve your journey 9 months ahead of the departure date.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Incheon International Airport to Frankfurt. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
Log into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll be notified straight away if there's a better deal on this route. It doesn't take long, and it'll save you from looking for cheap tickets from ICN to Frankfurt every day.
Make the most of the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Incheon International Airport to Frankfurt, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is around 14 kilometres from the centre of Frankfurt. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 21 minutes.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 37 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel near FRA if you have a late flight from Incheon International Airport to Frankfurt. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN) is around 121 kilometres from central Frankfurt. Once you've disembarked your flight from Incheon International Airport to Frankfurt, it'll take you around 1 hour and 32 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take approximately 2 hours and 40 minutes.
After your flight from ICN to Frankfurt, rest your head at a hotel near HHN. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Frankfurt
July is the busiest month to hop on a flight from Incheon International Airport to Frankfurt while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit Frankfurt, consider your preferred travel pace and style.
The warmest month in Frankfurt is July, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC and 28ºC. Lock in your flights from Incheon International Airport to Frankfurt in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap flights from ICN to Frankfurt in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -4ºC and 7ºC on average.
More about Frankfurt
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Frankfurt right here. Browse these options after you've booked your flight from Incheon International Airport to Frankfurt:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Palmengarten, Goethe House and Frankfurt Cathedral are top sights which should be on any good Frankfurt itinerary.
Complete your Frankfurt trip with a car rental
Choose one of our car rentals in Frankfurt and see the sights on your own schedule. Easily compare rates in one go to find the ideal ride once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flights from Incheon International Airport to Frankfurt.