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$276+ Cheap flights from Raleigh (RDU) to Frankfurt (FRA)

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RDU — FRA
Aug 3 — Aug 101
Sun 8/3
Sun 8/10
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Raleigh-Durham to Frankfurt am Main are usually found in November or October, booked 82 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Thursday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Raleigh (RDU) to Frankfurt (FRA). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated July 29, 2025.

Round-trip from

$711
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$276
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,245

Good round-trip deal

$863 or less

Good one-way deal

$536 or less
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Cheapest flights from Raleigh to Frankfurt
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Raleigh to Frankfurt. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 29, 2025.

This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/272:00 pmRDU - FRA
1 stop11h 50mKLM
Tue 12/910:40 amFRA - RDU
1 stop13h 24mKLM
Deal found 7/29$707
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/279:00 amRDU - FRA
1 stop20h 00mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/25:35 pmFRA - RDU
2 stops29h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/28$711
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/276:25 amRDU - FRA
2 stops19h 25mDelta
Tue 12/910:40 amFRA - RDU
2 stops19h 14mDelta
Deal found 7/29$712
This Icelandair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Icelandair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/148:30 pmRDU - FRA
1 stop27h 30mIcelandair
Thu 9/182:00 pmFRA - RDU
1 stop11h 30mIcelandair
Deal found 7/27$713
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/19:00 amRDU - FRA
1 stop17h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/910:20 amFRA - RDU
Nonstop9h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/27$715
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/1811:16 amRDU - FRA
2 stops14h 04mAmerican Airlines
Tue 8/269:20 amFRA - RDU
2 stops16h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/27$716
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/147:45 pmRDU - FRA
2 stops29h 40mAir Canada
Tue 12/235:10 pmFRA - RDU
2 stops36h 34mAir Canada
Deal found 7/26$722
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/198:00 pmRDU - FRA
1 stop9h 50mLufthansa
Tue 12/21:40 pmFRA - RDU
1 stop13h 43mLufthansa
Deal found 7/27$727
This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Scandinavian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/237:14 amRDU - FRA
2 stops25h 26mScandinavian Airlines
Thu 10/23:20 pmFRA - RDU
2 stops36h 15mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 7/28$735
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Mon 8/189:23 amRDU - FRA
2 stops21h 02mSWISS
Mon 8/251:10 pmFRA - RDU
2 stops33h 54mSWISS
Deal found 7/27$738

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Raleigh to Frankfurt am Main Airport that are best for you.

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RaleighFrankfurt am Main

RDU - FRA

RDUFRA

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 8/27

9:00 am-11:00 am

1 stop20h 00m

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 9/2

5:35 pm-5:04 pm

2 stops29h 29m

$711

RaleighFrankfurt am Main

RDU - FRA

RDUFRA

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 10/15

9:53 am-8:40 am

2 stops16h 47m

Frankfurt am Main

Sat 11/1

10:40 am-12:02 am

2 stops18h 22m

$712

RaleighFrankfurt am Main

RDU - FRA

RDUFRA

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 8/14

8:30 pm-6:00 am

1 stop27h 30m

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 9/18

2:00 pm-7:30 pm

1 stop11h 30m

$713

RaleighFrankfurt am Main

RDU - FRA

RDUFRA

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 9/1

9:00 am-8:10 am

1 stop17h 10m

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 9/9

10:20 am-1:45 pm

Nonstop9h 25m

$715

RaleighFrankfurt am Main

RDU - FRA

RDUFRA

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 8/18

11:16 am-7:20 am

2 stops14h 04m

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 8/26

9:20 am-7:37 pm

2 stops16h 17m

$716

RaleighFrankfurt am Main

RDU - FRA

RDUFRA

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 9/2

3:40 pm-5:55 am

Nonstop8h 15m

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 9/11

10:20 am-1:45 pm

Nonstop9h 25m

$721

RaleighFrankfurt am Main

RDU - FRA

RDUFRA

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 9/8

11:30 am-11:00 am

2 stops17h 30m

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 9/16

5:05 pm-2:10 pm

2 stops27h 05m

$725

RaleighFrankfurt am Main

RDU - FRA

RDUFRA

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 9/23

7:14 am-2:40 pm

2 stops25h 26m

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 10/2

3:20 pm-9:35 pm

2 stops36h 15m

$735

RaleighFrankfurt am Main

RDU - FRA

RDUFRA

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 8/18

9:23 am-12:25 pm

2 stops21h 02m

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 8/25

1:10 pm-5:04 pm

2 stops33h 54m

$738

RaleighFrankfurt am Main

RDU - FRA

RDUFRA

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 8/17

12:49 pm-7:00 pm

2 stops24h 11m

Frankfurt am Main

Fri 9/12

6:30 am-5:08 pm

2 stops40h 38m

$765

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Raleigh to Frankfurt am Main Airport trip
Airports
RDU

For smooth departures at RDU, know your terminal: Terminal 2 handles all international flights, including those to Frankfurt.

Read more about RDUby John Walton
FRA

Upon arrival at FRA, take the train from Terminal 1 to reach Frankfurt city center in about 15 minutes via S8 or S9.

Read more about FRAby Blane Bachelor
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John Walton

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John Walton

John Walton

Independent aviation journalist John Walton took his first flight at eight weeks old and hasn’t stopped travelling since. A world-renowned expert in airlines and the passenger experience, he writes in depth on aviation, is a resident expert on travel in Japan and France, and offers a uniquely queer perspective on travelling the world.

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Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Expert on FRA

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

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Best time to book a flight from Raleigh to Frankfurt

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Raleigh to Frankfurt am Main Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Raleigh to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Raleigh to Frankfurt. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Raleigh to Frankfurt am Main Airport is 82 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Raleigh to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Frankfurt am Main Airport (average of $729). Flying from Raleigh to Frankfurt am Main Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,088). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from RDU to FRA?

Find hourly flight availability from Raleigh to Frankfurt. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 29, 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 21% on flights from Raleigh to Frankfurt am Main Airport by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Raleigh to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Raleigh to Frankfurt. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Raleigh to Frankfurt am Main Airport flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Raleigh to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Raleigh to Frankfurt am Main Airport chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Chicago (ORD) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 50% of 1-stop itineraries from Raleigh to Frankfurt am Main Airport on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Raleigh to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Raleigh to Frankfurt am Main Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Reykjavik (KEF) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $680.

What’s the fastest layover option from Raleigh to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Raleigh to Frankfurt am Main Airport, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Reykjavik (KEF) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 4h 30m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Raleigh to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Raleigh to Frankfurt am Main Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Reykjavik (KEF) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 0h 50m.

Reviews of airlines servicing Frankfurt

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Frankfurt. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Frankfurt. Reviews last updated July 29, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Singapore Airlines, Delta, and SWISS from Raleigh to Frankfurt am Main Airport by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,335 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,335 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,335 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,979 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,335 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,683 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,335 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,896 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,335 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Scandinavian Airlines
7.3
Good
1,449 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,335 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Raleigh to Frankfurt. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Raleigh to Frankfurt am Main?

    For a flight from Raleigh to Frankfurt am Main, you will be flying from Raleigh-Durham. Raleigh-Durham (RDU) is just 11.1 mi from the center of the city. Raleigh-Durham is the only Raleigh airport and it handles 2 outbound flights to Frankfurt am Main per day. 6 airlines have flights to Frankfurt am Main from Raleigh-Durham on a regular basis.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Raleigh to Frankfurt am Main Airport round-trip?

    Currently priced at $711, United Airlines will fly you from Raleigh to Frankfurt am Main Airport and back. In addition to United Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Delta and Icelandair - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $712 and $713, respectively. United Airlines is priced at 34% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Raleigh to Frankfurt am Main Airport one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Raleigh to Frankfurt am Main Airport are Singapore Airlines ($381), Icelandair ($454), and Lufthansa ($456).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Raleigh to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    Consider Air Canada (67%), United Airlines (67%) or Lufthansa (67%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Raleigh to Frankfurt am Main Airport.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Raleigh to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $424. While the most popular route (Raleigh-Durham - Frankfurt am Main) can be booked for $603 on average our data indicates $2,017 when flying from Raleigh to Frankfurt am Main Airport.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Raleigh to Frankfurt that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Raleigh to Frankfurt flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Raleigh to Frankfurt?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Raleigh to Frankfurt.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Raleigh to Frankfurt?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Raleigh to Frankfurt by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Raleigh to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Frankfurt am Main Airport (average of $729). Flying from Raleigh to Frankfurt am Main Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,088). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 6 airlines flying from Raleigh to Frankfurt

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Raleigh to Frankfurt. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
IcelandairCheapest$465Average$786FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
British AirwaysCheapest$560Average$741FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$567Average$1,039FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$724Average$1,117FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
LufthansaCheapest$727Average$1,178FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
DeltaCheapest$785Average$1,346FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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