How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

Departing from Washington, D.C. to Frankfurt am Main Airport will take you 7h 55m. The distance from Washington, D.C. to Frankfurt am Main Airport is about 4066 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

What are the cheapest airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Frankfurt am Main Airport round-trip?

Cheapflights users have booked flights from Washington, D.C. to Frankfurt am Main Airport round-trip from $450. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Icelandair, from $483, and Scandinavian Airlines, from $595. Users have found that TAP AIR PORTUGAL is 55% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Washington, D.C. to Frankfurt am Main Airport one-way?

$246 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Aer Lingus. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Icelandair and Scandinavian Airlines, with prices starting from $287 and $363, respectively.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Frankfurt am Main Airport ranges from 1.6 - 2.8 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.8 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Frankfurt am Main Airport when rainfall is around 1.6 in.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Frankfurt am Main Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 64.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 33.8 F).

What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

The most popular route from Washington, D.C. to Frankfurt am Main Airport is Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Frankfurt am Main. You may also consider Baltimore/Washington - Frankfurt am Main or Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Frankfurt am Main.

What are the most reliable airlines from Washington, D.C. to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Washington, D.C. to Frankfurt am Main Airport consider choosing Air Canada (60%), United Airlines (60%) or Lufthansa (60%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Washington, D.C. to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

Consider United Airlines, Lufthansa or Icelandair when booking your flight. These represent the most popular airlines when flying from Washington, D.C. to Frankfurt am Main Airport.

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Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Frankfurt that include hotel bookings?

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

How can I find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Frankfurt?

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

Can I find deals for business class flights from Washington, D.C. to Frankfurt?

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. 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.

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Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Frankfurt
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Frankfurt. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 27, 2026.

Mon 11/27:40 pm -

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Deal found 9/24

$638

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Deal found 9/24

$646

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Deal found 9/23

$653

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1 stop11h 35m

Deal found 9/23

$655

Fri 11/137:40 pm -

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1 stop11h 35m

Deal found 9/26

$663

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1 stop11h 35m

Deal found 9/23

$664

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Deal found 9/26

$680

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Deal found 9/22

$682

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1 stop26h 55m

Deal found 9/22

$713

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1 stop31h 55m

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Deal found 9/26

$715

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1 stop26h 30m

Deal found 9/23

$716

Fri 10/2310:50 pm -

1 stop32h 40m

Sat 11/76:00 am -

1 stop15h 15m

Deal found 9/22

$717

Best flights from Washington, D.C. to Frankfurt
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Frankfurt that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated September 27, 2026.

Sun 11/157:40 pm -

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Deal found 9/23

$687

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1 stop26h 45m

Deal found 9/23

$797

Mon 11/305:30 pm -

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1 stop11h 40m

Deal found 9/26

$844

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Deal found 9/26

$849

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2 stops14h 33m

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Deal found 9/26

$868

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Deal found 9/24

$868

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1 stop18h 35m

Deal found 9/25

$885

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Deal found 9/25

$942

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Deal found 9/25

$1,311

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Deal found 9/22

$850

Mon 10/1912:30 pm -

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Deal found 9/22

$854

Sat 11/146:00 pm -

Nonstop7h 40m

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Deal found 9/23

$895

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Deal found 9/23

$915

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Deal found 9/22

$919

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Deal found 9/25

$900

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Deal found 9/22

$942

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Deal found 9/24

$955

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Deal found 9/24

$974

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1 stop15h 01m

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Deal found 9/24

$909

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1 stop11h 35m

Deal found 9/23

$1,159

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Deal found 9/25

$1,001

Wed 10/2112:30 pm -

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Deal found 9/22

$1,132

Sat 10/246:30 pm -

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Deal found 9/22

$990

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1 stop12h 39m

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Deal found 9/25

$1,051

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Deal found 9/23

$1,168

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1 stop11h 39m

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2 stops21h 08m

Deal found 9/23

$1,204

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1 stop11h 35m

Deal found 9/26

$1,378

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1 stop11h 40m

Deal found 9/25

$1,129

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Deal found 9/25

$1,358

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1 stop10h 30m

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1 stop11h 25m

Deal found 9/22

$1,519

Last-minute flights from Washington, D.C. to Frankfurt
Discover last-minute flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Frankfurt. Data last updated September 27, 2026 and is based on user searches.

Mon 10/128:20 pm -

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Deal found 9/24

$725

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$723

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$730

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Deal found 9/26

$715

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Deal found 9/23

$716

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1 stop26h 55m

Deal found 9/22

$713

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1 stop31h 50m

Deal found 9/22

$720

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1 stop32h 40m

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1 stop15h 15m

Deal found 9/22

$717

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1 stop32h 40m

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1 stop31h 50m

Deal found 9/22

$724

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1 stop13h 10m

Sat 10/3110:30 am -

1 stop14h 20m

Deal found 9/24

$728

Fri 10/3011:30 pm -

1 stop32h 00m

Tue 11/105:45 pm -

1 stop32h 45m

Deal found 9/22

$727

One-way flights from Washington, D.C. to Frankfurt
Search for one-way flight options from Washington, D.C. to Frankfurt. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 27, 2026.

Fri 10/28:30 pm -

1 stop10h 30m

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Nonstop0h 00m

Deal found 9/24

$257

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Deal found 9/25

$263

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1 stop10h 30m

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Deal found 9/24

$264

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1 stop31h 40m

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Deal found 9/23

$271

Mon 10/198:30 pm -

1 stop10h 30m

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Deal found 9/26

$281

Sat 10/2411:35 pm -

1 stop31h 35m

Wed 12/3112:00 am -

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Deal found 9/26

$282

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1 stop10h 30m

Wed 12/3112:00 am -

Nonstop0h 00m

Deal found 9/25

$283

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3 stops30h 40m

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Deal found 9/23

$295

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3 stops41h 40m

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Deal found 9/24

$304

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3 stops30h 40m

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Deal found 9/24

$305

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2 stops16h 20m

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Nonstop0h 00m

Deal found 9/24

$309

Tue 10/208:30 pm -

3 stops29h 50m

Wed 12/3112:00 am -

Nonstop0h 00m

Deal found 9/26

$310

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Round-trip from	$638 (Kiwi.com)
One-way from	$257 (Sembo)
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Average price	$1,089
Good round-trip deal	$948 or less
Good one-way deal	$527 or less

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Washington, D.C.Frankfurt am Main

IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - FRA Frankfurt am Main

IADFRA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 12/5

10:33 pm-12:55 pm

3 stops32h 22m

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-6:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$312

BaltimoreFrankfurt am Main

BWI Baltimore/Washington - FRA Frankfurt am Main

BWIFRA

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 12/7

7:40 pm-10:45 pm

3 stops21h 05m

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-6:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$331

Washington, D.C.Frankfurt am Main

IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - FRA Frankfurt am Main

IADFRA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 10/6

8:30 pm-5:15 pm

2 stops14h 45m

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-6:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$376

BaltimoreFrankfurt am Main

BWI Baltimore/Washington - FRA Frankfurt am Main

BWIFRA

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 11/13

7:40 pm-6:00 pm

2 stops16h 20m

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-6:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$413

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BWI Baltimore/Washington - FRA Frankfurt am Main

BWIFRA

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 11/2

7:40 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop10h 30m

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-6:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$452

BaltimoreFrankfurt am Main

BWI Baltimore/Washington - FRA Frankfurt am Main

BWIFRA

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 11/28

7:40 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop10h 30m

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-6:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$454

BaltimoreFrankfurt am Main

BWI Baltimore/Washington - FRA Frankfurt am Main

BWIFRA

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 1/25

7:40 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop10h 30m

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-6:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$476

BaltimoreFrankfurt am Main

BWI Baltimore/Washington - FRA Frankfurt am Main

BWIFRA

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 1/23

7:40 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop10h 30m

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-6:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$478

Washington, D.C.Frankfurt am Main

IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - FRA Frankfurt am Main

IADFRA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 10/7

8:20 pm-2:35 pm

1 stop12h 15m

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-6:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$524

Washington, D.C.Frankfurt am Main

DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - FRA Frankfurt am Main

DCAFRA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 1/25

1:45 pm-7:50 am

1 stop12h 05m

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-6:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$556

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Frankfurt in September.

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Expedia	Price Accuracy1 star	Trust Score*3 stars
FlightHub	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
AranGrant	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
Ovago	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
Cheapflightsfares	Price Accuracy2 stars	Trust Score*1 star
eDreams	Price Accuracy2 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
oojo	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*2 stars
Thrive Travel	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*2 stars
Cheapfaremart	Price Accuracy-	Trust Score*1 star
JustAirTicket	Price Accuracy-	Trust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C.-Frankfurt am Main Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Washington, D.C.-Frankfurt am Main Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Washington, D.C.-Frankfurt am Main Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C.-Frankfurt am Main Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Washington, D.C.-Frankfurt am Main Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Frankfurt am Main Airport (average of $735). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Frankfurt am Main Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,304). 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 WAS to FRA?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Washington, D.C. to Frankfurt am Main Airport as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Frankfurt am Main Airport

The most flights from WAS to FRA are scheduled on a Monday (14 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (14 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Washington, D.C. to Frankfurt am Main Airport flights typically cost between $748 and $1,253 in November.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $638 on Icelandair (Nov 2-Nov 17).

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Washington, D.C. to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

Reykjavik (KEF) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 53% of 1-stop itineraries from Washington, D.C. to Frankfurt am Main Airport on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Washington, D.C. to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

Amsterdam (AMS) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $605.

What’s the fastest layover option from Washington, D.C. to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

Flights via Amsterdam (AMS) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 9h 30m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Washington, D.C. to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

Flights via Reykjavik (KEF) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 0h 59m.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

The price you pay for your flight from Washington, D.C. to Frankfurt am Main Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 89 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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Blane Bachelor

Expert on Lufthansa and FRA

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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Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Expert on IAD

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

Read reviews from past customers who have flown Scandinavian Airlines,United Airlines, andAer Lingus from Washington, D.C. to Frankfurt am Main Airport. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Scandinavian Airlines

7.4

Good

1,997 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

BOS - CPH

I booked sas lodge - but I was unable to use it in Copenhagen because lodge was beyond check point. But SAS website confirmed access:(

Scandinavian Airlines

7.4

Good

1,997 reviews

Scandinavian Airlines

7.4

Good

1,997 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

BOS - CPH

I booked sas lodge - but I was unable to use it in Copenhagen because lodge was beyond check point. But SAS website confirmed access:(

United Airlines

7.4

Good

10,245 reviews

Scandinavian Airlines

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Anonymous,Mar 2026

BOS - CPH

I booked sas lodge - but I was unable to use it in Copenhagen because lodge was beyond check point. But SAS website confirmed access:(

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1 / 20

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Anonymous,Mar 2026

BOS - CPH

I booked sas lodge - but I was unable to use it in Copenhagen because lodge was beyond check point. But SAS website confirmed access:(

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1 / 20

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Anonymous,Mar 2026

BOS - CPH

I booked sas lodge - but I was unable to use it in Copenhagen because lodge was beyond check point. But SAS website confirmed access:(

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1 / 20

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Anonymous,Mar 2026

BOS - CPH

I booked sas lodge - but I was unable to use it in Copenhagen because lodge was beyond check point. But SAS website confirmed access:(

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How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. to Frankfurt am Main Airport?
Departing from Washington, D.C. to Frankfurt am Main Airport will take you 7h 55m. The distance from Washington, D.C. to Frankfurt am Main Airport is about 4066 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.
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$246 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Aer Lingus. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Icelandair and Scandinavian Airlines, with prices starting from $287 and $363, respectively.
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The most popular route from Washington, D.C. to Frankfurt am Main Airport is Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Frankfurt am Main. You may also consider Baltimore/Washington - Frankfurt am Main or Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Frankfurt am Main.
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While on average a flight from Washington, D.C. to Frankfurt am Main Airport is generally $2,452, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $440. When looking at the most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Frankfurt am Main), you can expect to pay $646 for that flight.
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Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
TAP AIR PORTUGAL	Cheapest$437	Average$724	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
British Airways	Cheapest$459	Average$1,198	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time70%
Turkish Airlines	Cheapest$482	Average$752	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%
Icelandair	Cheapest$483	Average$808	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time76%
Scandinavian Airlines	Cheapest$595	Average$733	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%
Aer Lingus	Cheapest$685	Average$903	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
Lufthansa	Cheapest$787	Average$1,317	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time76%
United Airlines	Cheapest$900	Average$1,299	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%
American Airlines	Cheapest$981	Average$1,178	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%

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Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Washington, D.C. to Frankfurt am Main Airport as you normally would.

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The most flights from WAS to FRA are scheduled on a Monday (14 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (14 on average).

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Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Washington, D.C. to Frankfurt am Main Airport flights typically cost between $748 and $1,253 in November.The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $638 on Icelandair (Nov 2-Nov 17).

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Reykjavik (KEF) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 53% of 1-stop itineraries from Washington, D.C. to Frankfurt am Main Airport on Cheapflights.

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Amsterdam (AMS) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $605.

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Flights via Amsterdam (AMS) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 9h 30m.

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Flights via Reykjavik (KEF) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 0h 59m.

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Washington, D.C. to Frankfurt am Main Airport flights typically cost between $748 and $1,253 in November.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $638 on Icelandair (Nov 2-Nov 17).