Flying from Frankfurt to Orlando: what you need to know
Begin planning your holiday by considering where you'll catch your flight from Frankfurt to Orlando. Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) and Hahn Airport (HHN) are the main airports in Frankfurt.
Touch down at Orlando International Airport (MCO), the major arrival point in Orlando.
Hop on a direct Frankfurt to Orlando flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 10 hours 25 minutes.
Orlando is six hours behind Frankfurt and is in the UTC-5 timezone.
The most popular route for flights from Frankfurt to Orlando is from Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) to Orlando International Airport (MCO). You can select from seven weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from FRA to MCO is the 13:10 EW Discover service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the last scheduled departure is at 13:40 with EW Discover.
Give yourself enough time to get on your Frankfurt to Orlando flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying over a peak time like September? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Orlando
To secure cheap Frankfurt to Orlando flights, book your trip one month before your planned departure.
June is the best month for scoring an awesome deal on a plane ticket from Frankfurt to Orlando. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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Flying from Frankfurt
Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)
Set off from Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) on a nonstop flight from Frankfurt to Orlando. From FRA, you can land directly at Orlando International Airport (MCO).
Secure your Frankfurt to Orlando plane tickets with EW Discover. This airline is a popular option for direct flights from FRA.
We make it a breeze to book a Frankfurt to Orlando flight with a stopover. To see the options leaving from Frankfurt am Main Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)
Washington Dulles Airport (IAD)
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Located around 11 kilometres from central Frankfurt, FRA can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 20 minutes.
Have an early flight from Frankfurt to Orlando? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to Frankfurt am Main Airport:
Of all flights departing from Frankfurt am Main Airport, 74% land on schedule at their destination.
Hahn Airport (HHN)
Break up your Frankfurt to Orlando flight with a stop at Dublin Airport (DUB). One of the main stopovers between Hahn Airport and Orlando, it's a good opportunity to recharge before the next leg of your journey.
You can reach HHN from central Frankfurt in about 1 hour 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride by public transport will take roughly 2 hours 10 minutes to travel the 105 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your flight from Frankfurt to Orlando? Kick back in a hotel near Hahn Airport before your trip officially begins. Stay at one of these accommodation options:
Flights from Hahn Airport have a strong track record for punctuality, with 84% of them arriving within the expected time frame.
Arriving in Orlando
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Orlando International Airport (MCO) to central Orlando takes around 25 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 14 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
If you have a late flight from Frankfurt to Orlando, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near MCO:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Orlando International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Sonic, Dollar or Budget to explore Orlando and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Orlando International Airport about two weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
The address for MCO is One Airport Boulevard.
Orlando Sanford Airport (SFB)
Central Orlando is approximately 31 kilometres from Orlando Sanford Airport (SFB). As soon as your flight from Frankfurt to Orlando has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should take about 35 minutes.
Public transport will get you there in about 1 hour.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel close to SFB. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your flight from Frankfurt to Orlando:
Dollar, Hertz and Budget make picking up a Orlando Sanford Airport rental car simple. These suppliers are located around or in the terminal and will have you on the road before long.
Avoid paying more than you need to. Securing your ride one week ahead of your arrival at SFB can get you a lower rate.
Best time to go to Orlando
April is the busiest month for flights from Frankfurt to Orlando. To travel when it's less crowded, go to Orlando in March.
Before locking in your Frankfurt to Orlando tickets, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Orlando, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 7ºC (45ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Search for cheap flights from Frankfurt to Orlando around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Orlando
Start your Orlando trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Frankfurt to Orlando, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Hogwarts Castle, Universal Islands of Adventure and Universal Orlando Resort are attractions you won't want to skip in Orlando.
Explore more of the United States
Jacksonville is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored after you've seen Orlando. Around 193 kilometres to the north, top sights here include St. John's Cathedral, MOCA (Museum Of Contemporary Art), Jacksonville and Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens.
Miami is another standout destination in the United States and is around 322 kilometres south of Orlando. No trip is complete without dropping by Close Beach, Ocean Dr and Port of Miami.