Travelling from Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ) to Frankfurt: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 56 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct flight from Leipzig/Halle Airport to Frankfurt.
Frankfurt's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Leipzig (the location of Leipzig/Halle Airport).
The busiest route is from Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA). You can select from 43 services every week between these two airports. If you want to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from LEJ to FRA is the 06:00 Lufthansa service. If you prefer travelling later, the last departure is at 18:50 with Lufthansa.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your flight from LEJ to Frankfurt. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
You can get a direct flight from Leipzig/Halle Airport to Frankfurt. Start your journey at LEJ and arrive at Frankfurt Airport (FRA).
Keep your eyes peeled for deals with Lufthansa. This airline operates direct flights from Leipzig/Halle Airport to Frankfurt.
You don't need your passport or a visa to travel within Germany. You will need a valid identity document though, like an ID card or driver's licence. Add them to your packing checklist after booking your cheap tickets from Leipzig/Halle Airport to Frankfurt.
LEJ is about 21 kilometres from central Leipzig. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be approximately 29 minutes.
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How to find the cheapest flights from Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ) to Frankfurt
71 € is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Leipzig/Halle Airport to Frankfurt. A return flight starts at 150 €. These prices can change based on demand and availability.
To secure cheap tickets from LEJ to Frankfurt, book your journey 2 months ahead of the departure date.
Plan your trip for October. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Leipzig/Halle Airport to Frankfurt. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
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Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to central Frankfurt is roughly 14 kilometres. It'll take you about 21 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes roughly 37 minutes when travelling by public transport.
Consider booking a hotel close to FRA if you're catching a late flight from Leipzig/Halle Airport to Frankfurt. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
Once your flight from Leipzig/Halle Airport to Frankfurt has landed, you can make your way to the city centre in about 1 hour and 32 minutes by car. Central Frankfurt is approximately 121 kilometres from Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN).
You can also travel by public transport, which typically takes 2 hours and 40 minutes.
You'll find some great places to call home for the night near HHN. Kick back and get cosy after your flight from LEJ to Frankfurt at one of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Frankfurt
July is the most popular month for flights from Leipzig/Halle Airport to Frankfurt. To escape the crowds, head for Frankfurt in February when things are quieter.
The warmest month in Frankfurt is July, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC and 28ºC. Book your flights from Leipzig/Halle Airport to Frankfurt in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap flights from LEJ 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
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There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Palmengarten, Goethe House and Frankfurt Cathedral are highlights which should feature on any good Frankfurt itinerary.
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