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$340+ Cheap flights from John F Kennedy Intl, NY (JFK) to Frankfurt am Main

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JFK — FRA
Sep 3 — Sep 101
Thu 9/3
Thu 9/10
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from New York John F Kennedy Intl to Frankfurt am Main are usually found in January or February, booked 39 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Thursday

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from John F Kennedy Intl to Frankfurt am Main. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 4, 2026.

This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/2810:05 pm
JFK
-
FRA
1 stop32h 25m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Tue 10/66:05 am
FRA
-
JFK
1 stop20h 00m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 8/3$578
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/68:55 pm
JFK
-
FRA
Nonstop7h 45m
Singapore Airlines
Wed 10/148:35 am
FRA
-
JFK
Nonstop8h 35m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 8/3$579
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/54:25 pm
JFK
-
FRA
Nonstop7h 30m
Condor
Thu 11/1911:15 am
FRA
-
JFK
Nonstop8h 50m
Condor
Deal found 8/3$580
This lastminute.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. 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 lastminute.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/1911:10 pm
JFK
-
FRA
1 stop31h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 10/274:25 pm
FRA
-
JFK
1 stop11h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/3$581
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/74:25 pm
JFK
-
FRA
Nonstop7h 45m
Condor
Tue 9/1511:40 am
FRA
-
JFK
Nonstop8h 45m
Condor
Deal found 8/4$582
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/1210:05 pm
JFK
-
FRA
1 stop18h 15m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Tue 10/201:30 pm
FRA
-
JFK
1 stop12h 35m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 8/2$583
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/78:55 pm
JFK
-
FRA
Nonstop7h 45m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 9/158:35 am
FRA
-
JFK
Nonstop8h 35m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 8/3$584
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/1510:05 pm
JFK
-
FRA
1 stop32h 25m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Tue 11/36:00 am
FRA
-
JFK
1 stop20h 05m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 7/31$586
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/1510:05 pm
JFK
-
FRA
1 stop32h 25m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Wed 10/211:30 pm
FRA
-
JFK
1 stop12h 35m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 8/1$587
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/3010:05 pm
JFK
-
FRA
1 stop14h 35m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Sun 10/47:40 pm
FRA
-
JFK
1 stop30h 25m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 7/30$589
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/74:25 pm
JFK
-
FRA
Nonstop7h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 9/1512:30 pm
FRA
-
JFK
1 stop13h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/1$590
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/126:20 pm
JFK
-
HHN
1 stop14h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 9/201:40 pm
HHN
-
JFK
2 stops35h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30$592

Find flight deals from John F Kennedy Intl to Frankfurt am Main

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) to Frankfurt am Main (FK0). 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 August 4, 2026.

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Expedia
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Expedia
3 stars

Round-trip from

$578
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$340
(Kiwi.com)

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June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$719
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Customize your flight search to find flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Frankfurt am Main that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated August 4, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main that are best for you.

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Cheapest round-trip

New YorkFrankfurt am Main

JFK - HHN

JFKHHN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 9/22

11:10 pm-12:55 am

3 stops19h 45m

Frankfurt-Hahn

Tue 9/29

10:30 pm-10:25 pm

3 stops29h 55m

$641

New YorkFrankfurt am Main

JFK - HHN

JFKHHN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 9/21

10:05 pm-10:00 pm

2 stops17h 55m

Frankfurt-Hahn

Mon 9/28

7:25 pm-8:05 pm

2 stops30h 40m

$644

New YorkFrankfurt am Main

JFK - HHN

JFKHHN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 11/13

7:25 pm-10:30 pm

2 stops21h 05m

Frankfurt-Hahn

Sat 11/21

10:55 pm-6:00 pm

2 stops25h 05m

$653

New YorkFrankfurt am Main

JFK - HHN

JFKHHN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 10/3

6:20 pm-5:25 pm

1 stop17h 05m

Frankfurt-Hahn

Tue 10/13

4:25 pm-10:00 pm

2 stops35h 35m

$655

New YorkFrankfurt am Main

JFK - HHN

JFKHHN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 9/23

8:30 pm-12:15 am

3 stops21h 45m

Frankfurt-Hahn

Wed 10/14

10:30 pm-10:25 pm

3 stops29h 55m

$660

New YorkFrankfurt am Main

JFK - HHN

JFKHHN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 10/6

8:30 pm-12:55 am

3 stops22h 25m

Frankfurt-Hahn

Tue 10/13

10:30 pm-10:25 pm

3 stops29h 55m

$685

New YorkFrankfurt am Main

JFK - HHN

JFKHHN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 10/5

12:30 am-10:40 am

2 stops28h 10m

Frankfurt-Hahn

Wed 10/14

10:30 pm-10:25 pm

3 stops29h 55m

$721

New YorkFrankfurt am Main

JFK - HHN

JFKHHN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 9/21

6:30 pm-10:00 pm

2 stops21h 30m

Frankfurt-Hahn

Tue 9/29

10:30 pm-10:25 pm

3 stops29h 55m

$731

New YorkFrankfurt am Main

JFK - HHN

JFKHHN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 9/27

8:30 pm-12:10 am

2 stops21h 40m

Frankfurt-Hahn

Tue 10/6

5:15 pm-8:05 pm

2 stops32h 50m

$733

New YorkFrankfurt am Main

JFK - HHN

JFKHHN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 9/28

8:30 pm-10:00 pm

2 stops19h 30m

Frankfurt-Hahn

Fri 10/9

10:05 pm-3:55 pm

1 stop23h 50m

$739

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main (average of $570). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main in June is currently the most expensive (average of $883). 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 JFK to FRA?

Find hourly flight availability from John F Kennedy Intl to Frankfurt am Main. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 4, 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main

Explore weekly flight availability from John F Kennedy Intl to Frankfurt am Main. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated August 4, 2026.

The most flights from JFK to FK0 are scheduled on a Monday (19 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (19 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main flights typically cost between $620 and $818 in September.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $578 on TAP AIR PORTUGAL (Sep 28-Oct 6).

How often are flights from New York to Frankfurt am Main delayed?

About 17% of weekly flights between New York and Frankfurt am Main have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 148 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for New York to Frankfurt am Main flights?

Historically, flights departing in the evening are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Thursday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on New York to Frankfurt am Main flights?

Over the last year, Singapore Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 6% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main, you should look to book at least 38 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

The best insider tips for New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main flights

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Gabriel Leigh

Gabriel Leigh

Expert on Singapore Airlines

Gabriel is a writer and video creator. As senior content producer for Flightradar24 and Monocle’s transport correspondent, he keeps a close eye on aviation in particular. He has also written travel articles for the likes of The New York Times. Born in New York but raised around the world, he now lives in Sweden. He’s been to 75 countries, flying 2.3 million miles on 113 airlines and through 234 airports in the process.

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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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Reviews of airlines servicing Frankfurt am Main

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Frankfurt am Main. 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 am Main. Reviews last updated August 4, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines,Delta, andJetBlue from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very good
1,584 reviews

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SEA - SIN

Sin to amd was not good flight. Food was bad. It was like few days old.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very good
1,584 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very good
1,584 reviews

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SEA - SIN

Sin to amd was not good flight. Food was bad. It was like few days old.
Delta
7.8
Good
8,483 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very good
1,584 reviews

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SEA - SIN

Sin to amd was not good flight. Food was bad. It was like few days old.
JetBlue
7.2
Good
3,025 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very good
1,584 reviews

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SEA - SIN

Sin to amd was not good flight. Food was bad. It was like few days old.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
8,177 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very good
1,584 reviews

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SEA - SIN

Sin to amd was not good flight. Food was bad. It was like few days old.
Condor
6.5
Okay
545 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very good
1,584 reviews

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SEA - SIN

Sin to amd was not good flight. Food was bad. It was like few days old.

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  • How long is the flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main?

    Departing from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main will take you 13h 45m. New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport and Frankfurt am Main are separated by a distance of 3842 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main round-trip from $411. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Condor, from $412, and TAP AIR PORTUGAL, from $436. You may be able to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main for 40% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main are Delta ($199), Condor ($240), and Singapore Airlines ($256).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main on time: TAROM (98%), Singapore Airlines (95%), Air France (87%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main?

    On average you can expect to pay $3,272 for a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main. The cheapest flight overall is $329 while the most popular route, (New York John F Kennedy Intl - Frankfurt am Main) is currently priced at $558.

  • Can I find deals for flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Frankfurt am Main that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on John F Kennedy Intl to Frankfurt am Main flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Frankfurt am Main?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Frankfurt am Main.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Frankfurt am Main?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from John F Kennedy Intl to Frankfurt am Main 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main (average of $570). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main in June is currently the most expensive (average of $883). 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 10 airlines flying from John F Kennedy Intl to Frankfurt am Main

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Frankfurt am Main. 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 August 4, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Aer LingusCheapest$411Average$591FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
CondorCheapest$412Average$769FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
TAP AIR PORTUGALCheapest$436Average$459FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$457Average$720FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
IcelandairCheapest$469Average$609FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
JetBlueCheapest$471Average$485FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$496Average$922FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$539Average$695FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Air FranceCheapest$591Average$813FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
LufthansaCheapest$592Average$857FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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