Flying from Tokyo to Frankfurt: what you need to know
Tokyo is home to a couple of airports where you can start your adventure. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Tokyo to Frankfurt departing from Haneda Airport (HND) or Narita International Airport (NRT).
Arrive in Frankfurt at Frankfurt Airport (FRA) or Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN).
14 hours 27 minutes is the time it takes on average for a direct flight from Tokyo to Frankfurt. Based in the UTC+1 timezone, Frankfurt is 8 hours behind Tokyo.
The busiest route for flights from Tokyo to Frankfurt is from Haneda Airport (HND) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA). There are 30 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to get going first thing, the earliest flight from HND to FRA is the 09:40 ANA option. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the last departure is at 22:45 with ANA.
To ensure you catch your flight from Tokyo to Frankfurt, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months such as June, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
You don't need a visa for Germany if you have a passport from Japan and are visiting for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements can be subject to change. So before booking your cheap flights from Tokyo to Frankfurt, check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the latest rules.
Flying from Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
Depart from Haneda Airport (HND) on a nonstop flight from Tokyo to Frankfurt. From HND, you can fly straight to Frankfurt Airport (FRA).
ANA is a popular carrier that operates direct flights from Tokyo to Frankfurt leaving from HND.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip — and perhaps even explore a different city. When searching for flights from Tokyo to Frankfurt leaving from Haneda Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Central Tokyo to HND is approximately 16 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 16 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Want a handy hotel near Haneda Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Tokyo to Frankfurt, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Prefer to fly from Narita International Airport (NRT)? This popular terminal also offers nonstop flights from Tokyo to Frankfurt — you can travel straight to Frankfurt Airport (FRA).
Take a direct flight from Tokyo to Frankfurt with JAL. This is one of the main carriers that operates this route out of NRT.
Visit family or friends or just take a moment to freshen up with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Tokyo to Frankfurt, browse these options when leaving from Haneda Airport:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Driving from central Tokyo to NRT generally takes 58 minutes, depending on traffic conditions. It's around 64 kilometres from the city centre to the airport.
Get a head start on your holiday with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from Tokyo to Frankfurt, chill out in one of these hotels near Narita International Airport:
Arriving in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to central Frankfurt is approximately 14 kilometres. It takes around 21 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 37 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Tokyo to Frankfurt. Reserve one of these accommodation options near FRA instead:
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
Central Frankfurt is around 121 kilometres from Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN). Once your flight from Tokyo to Frankfurt has touched down and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 1 hour and 32 minutes.
You can also opt for public transport, which will take roughly 2 hours and 40 minutes.
After your flight from Tokyo to Frankfurt, rest your head at a hotel near HHN. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
How to find the cheapest flights from Tokyo to Frankfurt
Right now, 275 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Tokyo to Frankfurt. The cheapest price for a return flight is 571 €. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book 10 months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from Tokyo to Frankfurt.
Organise your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Tokyo to Frankfurt. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.
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Best time to go to Frankfurt
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Tokyo to Frankfurt. July is the busiest month to travel to Frankfurt. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in February.
Book your flight from Tokyo to Frankfurt for July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Frankfurt to range from 12ºC to 28ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Tokyo to Frankfurt in January when temperatures average between -4ºC and 7ºC.
More about Frankfurt
Once you've booked your flight from Tokyo to Frankfurt, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Frankfurt:
Palmengarten and Goethe House are just a couple of the leading attractions to put on your Frankfurt itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Frankfurt Cathedral.
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