Statistics on London-Frankfurt flights: what is the right price and when to buy your plane ticket?
Best time to go: what is the RIGHT price for a round-trip flight to Frankfurt (from: London)
The average price to go to Frankfurt from London airport is $ 102 (round trip). However, there are variations depending on the departure month. Thus, it is possible to pay for your plane ticket on average between $ 73 (in february) and $ 131 (in june), which is a saving of $ 29 or a surplus of $ 30 (compared to the average price) depending on the period you leave.
The analysis of all the prices reveals that the most frequent price is between $53 to $105 and that it is generally more economical to leave on a wednesday and return on a tuesday on a direct flight.
Be careful, the cheapest months may correspond to unfavorable weather periods . Check out our page best time to go to Frankfurt before booking your flight.
If you want to know when to book your flight at the best price, go straight to the second part of this page: When to buy your London-Frankfurt plane ticket.
How are these data calculated?
We have studied a sample of 60000 airfare prices from previous years for flights to Frankfurt from London and can thus establish precise and credible price variation trends based on different parameters. Of course, prices can vary from year to year, but the seasonal aspect of this data (recurrence of school holidays, events... from year to year) makes these statistics quite reliable.
Average price depending on the departure month
Data analysis:
By leaving in february, the price of the plane ticket will statistically be the cheapest ($ 73, saving $ 29 compared to the average price over the year which is $ 102). Conversely, june will be the most expensive ($ 131).
Flight London-Frankfurt: when is the best time to go for the best price?
| Month | Good price* | Average price | Our opinion |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | $ 49 | $ 74 | good price |
| February | $ 57 | $ 73 the cheapest | very good price |
| March | $ 61 | $ 82 | good price |
| April | $ 76 | $ 104 | fair price |
| May | $ 73 | $ 108 | fair price |
| June | $ 85 | $ 131 the most expensive | very high price |
| July | $ 96 | $ 110 | fair price |
| August | $ 101 | $ 119 | high price |
| September | $ 73 | $ 94 | fair price |
| October | $ 97 | $ 119 | high price |
| November | $ 51 | $ 76 | good price |
| December | $ 89 | $ 128 | high price |
*great price to buy your plane ticket: if you see this price or cheaper during your flight search, go for it and buy it!
Price breakdown to travel from London to Frankfurt
Data analysis:
The prices for flights from London to Frankfurt range from $0 to $313. 18% of tickets were purchased at the minimum price (from $0 to $53), 1% at the maximum price (from $261 to $313). The majority of plane tickets were purchased in the range of $53 to $105 (46% of tickets).
Cheapest airlines for the London->Frankfurt flight
There are 3 companies that serve London from Frankfurt airport: Ryanair, British Airways and Lufthansa.
Data analysis:
Of the 60000 flights analyzed in previous years, Ryanair was the airline that offered the best fare most often in the flight ticket search results (80% of the time) on the London->Frankfurt route.
Which day of the week to leave?
Data analysis:
Statistically, London-Frankfurt flights departing on a wednesday are cheaper than on other days of the week. By choosing a wednesday as your departure date, you can save an average of $15. On the other hand, departing on a sunday may cost you an additional $21.
Which day of the week to come back?
Data analysis:
Statistically, return flights from Frankfurt to London departing on a tuesday are cheaper than on other days of the week. By choosing a tuesday for your return date, you will save an average of $14. Conversely, departing from Frankfurt on a friday may cost you an additional $29.
Top prices London-Frankfurt
| Round trip | Dates | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| London → Frankfurt | 04-02 to 08-02-2025 | $ 51 | direct flight with Ryanair |
| London → Frankfurt | 07-02 to 18-02-2025 | $ 48 | direct flight with Ryanair |
| London → Frankfurt | 08-02 to 18-02-2025 | $ 48 | direct flight with Ryanair |
| London → Frankfurt | 10-02 to 22-02-2025 | $ 47 | direct flight with Ryanair |
| London → Frankfurt | 11-02 to 18-02-2025 | $ 48 | direct flight with Ryanair |
| London → Frankfurt | 12-02 to 18-02-2025 | $ 46 | direct flight with Ryanair |
| London → Frankfurt | 17-02 to 24-02-2025 | $ 51 | direct flight with Ryanair |
| London → Frankfurt | 19-02 to 25-02-2025 | $ 41 | direct flight with Ryanair |
| London → Frankfurt | 20-02 to 25-02-2025 | $ 41 | direct flight with Ryanair |
| London → Frankfurt | 21-02 to 25-02-2025 | $ 44 | direct flight with Ryanair |
When to book your flight London - Frankfurt to get the cheapest price?
Statistically, you will make the biggest savings by buying your plane ticket between 2 to 3 months in advance. However, you may end up paying a high price if you book between 0 to 1 month in advance.
Did you know: the price of plane tickets not only varies depending on how far in advance you book, but also on the day of the week you book! So, to maximize your chances of getting the best price for a London-Frankfurt flight, it is recommended to book your ticket on a saturday.
How far in advance should I buy my flight?
Data analysis:
To get the cheapest flight ticket from London to Frankfurt, it is recommended to buy it 2 to 3 months before departure (it is then on average 73 $, which is a saving of 29 $ compared to the overall average price). On the other hand, if you buy your ticket 0 to 1 month in advance, you will pay the full price (47 $ more than the average price).
Depending on the departure month
The best time to buy your London to Frankfurt flight ticket may vary depending on your departure month. Therefore, we offer you statistics on when to book your flight month by month.
| Departure on... | How far in advance should I book? |
|---|---|
| January | Best time: 1 to 2 months before departure (average price: 43 $) Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 58) |
| February | Best time: 2 to 3 months before departure (average price: 46 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 61), 3 to 4 months ($ 52), 4 to 5 months ($ 67) |
| March | Best time: 3 to 4 months before departure (average price: 58 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 82), 2 to 3 months ($ 66), 4 to 5 months ($ 69), 5 to 6 months ($ 81), 6 to 7 months ($ 73), 7 to 8 months ($ 82) |
| April | Best time: 2 to 3 months before departure (average price: 79 $) Other interesting period(s): 3 to 4 months ($ 92), 4 to 5 months ($ 82), 5 to 6 months ($ 87), 6 to 7 months ($ 94) |
| May | Best time: 5 to 6 months before departure (average price: 82 $) Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 93), 3 to 4 months ($ 105), 4 to 5 months ($ 101), 6 to 7 months ($ 84), 7 to 8 months ($ 91), 8 to 9 months ($ 102) |
| June | Best time: 7 to 8 months before departure (average price: 88 $) Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 116), 6 to 7 months ($ 96), 8 to 9 months ($ 94), 9 to 10 months ($ 108), 10 to 11 months ($ 129), 11 to 12 months ($ 112) |
| July | Best time: 2 to 3 months before departure (average price: 81 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 107), 3 to 4 months ($ 87), 4 to 5 months ($ 93), 5 to 6 months ($ 104), 6 to 7 months ($ 104), 7 to 8 months ($ 99), 8 to 9 months ($ 108), 10 to 11 months ($ 105) |
| August | Best time: 3 to 4 months before departure (average price: 97 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 111), 2 to 3 months ($ 108), 4 to 5 months ($ 112), 6 to 7 months ($ 113), 7 to 8 months ($ 113), 8 to 9 months ($ 104), 9 to 10 months ($ 111), 10 to 11 months ($ 118), 11 to 12 months ($ 106) |
| September | Best time: 1 to 2 months before departure (average price: 59 $) Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 62), 3 to 4 months ($ 70), 4 to 5 months ($ 88), 5 to 6 months ($ 87), 6 to 7 months ($ 89), 7 to 8 months ($ 83), 8 to 9 months ($ 94) |
| October | Best time: 3 to 4 months before departure (average price: 69 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 95), 2 to 3 months ($ 79), 4 to 5 months ($ 72), 5 to 6 months ($ 112), 7 to 8 months ($ 119), 8 to 9 months ($ 119), 9 to 10 months ($ 114) |
| November | Best time: 1 to 2 months before departure (average price: 45 $) Other interesting period(s): 0 to 1 month ($ 66), 2 to 3 months ($ 45), 3 to 4 months ($ 53), 4 to 5 months ($ 62), 5 to 6 months ($ 74) |
| December | Best time: 1 to 2 months before departure (average price: 73 $) Other interesting period(s): 0 to 1 month ($ 128), 2 to 3 months ($ 128) |
What day of the week should I book my flight ticket?
Data analysis:
Statistically, saturday is the day when plane tickets for London->Frankfurt are the cheapest. So, by buying your plane ticket on a saturday, you will save $4. Conversely, by buying it on a tuesday, you may end up paying $5 more.
London to Frankfurt: flight price when booking today
Information: this data is not statistics but comes from real prices collected less than 7 days ago. Some months may not be available as we do not have enough data for them.
| Month | Current price | Our opinion | |
|---|---|---|---|
| November 2024 | $ 156 $143 to $168 | very high price | Find a flight |
| December 2024 | $ 174 $109 to $258 | very high price | Find a flight |
| January 2025 | $ 130 $48 to $215 | very high price | Find a flight |
| February 2025 | $ 66 $41 to $217 | very good price | Find a flight |
| March 2025 | $ 79 $51 to $186 | very good price | Find a flight |
| April 2025 | $ 120 $63 to $258 | high price | Find a flight |
| May 2025 | $ 108 $71 to $198 | fair price | Find a flight |
| June 2025 | $ 101 $63 to $206 | very good price | Find a flight |
| July 2025 | $ 101 $68 to $202 | very good price | Find a flight |
| August 2025 | $ 114 $66 to $203 | very good price | Find a flight |
| September 2025 | $ 99 $63 to $297 | high price | Find a flight |
| October 2025 | $ 97 $59 to $237 | very good price | Find a flight |
Data analysis:
Compared to the average price, february, march, june, july, august and october are cheaper to travel to Frankfurt. So it may be interesting to book now to leave during these months!