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$454 Find Cheap Flights from Frankfurt am Main to Washington, D.C.

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Cheapest round-trip
$553
Overall average: $648
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FRA - BWI • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$727
Typical prices: $671-$860
Lufthansa
Mon 4/6Sun 4/19
FRA - IAD • Non-stop
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Cheap Flights from Frankfurt am Main to Washington, D.C. (FRA-WAS)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Frankfurt am Main to Washington, D.C. that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Frankfurt am Main to Washington, D.C.

Tue, Apr 7 - Sat, Apr 18
Icelandair Logo
5:10 pm - 10:15 pm
FRA
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BWI
11h 05m
1 stop
Icelandair Logo
8:30 pm - 4:20 pm
BWI
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FRA
13h 50m
1 stop
$553Icelandair
Thu, Apr 16 - Wed, Apr 22
Icelandair Logo
2:00 pm - 7:25 pm
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BWI
11h 25m
1 stop
Icelandair Logo
8:30 pm - 1:00 pm
BWI
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FRA
10h 30m
1 stop
$554Icelandair
Mon, Apr 20 - Mon, Apr 27
Icelandair Logo
2:00 pm - 7:25 pm
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BWI
11h 25m
1 stop
Icelandair Logo
8:30 pm - 1:00 pm
BWI
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FRA
10h 30m
1 stop
$556Icelandair
Wed, Apr 29 - Sun, May 3
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
3:20 pm - 5:00 pm
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IAD
31h 40m
1 stop
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
8:20 pm - 2:35 pm
IAD
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FRA
12h 15m
1 stop
$564Scandinavian Airlines
Fri, May 1 - Mon, May 4
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
8:30 pm - 5:00 pm
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IAD
26h 30m
1 stop
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
8:20 pm - 2:35 pm
IAD
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FRA
12h 15m
1 stop
$568Scandinavian Airlines
Fri, Apr 10 - Sun, Apr 19
American Airlines Logo
9:20 am - 7:56 pm
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DCA
16h 36m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
1:44 pm - 7:20 am
DCA
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FRA
11h 36m
1 stop
$675American Airlines
Sun, May 24 - Thu, Jun 4
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12:30 pm - 9:44 pm
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DCA
15h 14m
1 stop
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1:10 pm - 5:45 am
DCA
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FRA
10h 35m
1 stop
$703Multiple Airlines
Mon, Apr 6 - Sun, Apr 19
American Airlines Logo
9:20 am - 7:44 pm
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DCA
16h 24m
1 stop
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9:51 am - 7:20 am
DCA
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FRA
15h 29m
1 stop
$741American Airlines
Wed, Apr 15 - Wed, Apr 22
Delta Logo
2:15 pm - 10:22 pm
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DCA
14h 07m
2 stops
Delta Logo
11:48 am - 9:00 am
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FRA
15h 12m
2 stops
$742Delta
Thu, Apr 23 - Thu, May 7
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7:00 am - 4:36 pm
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DCA
15h 36m
2 stops
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12:00 pm - 9:50 am
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15h 50m
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$745Delta
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Frankfurt am Main to Washington, D.C. flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Frankfurt am Main to Washington, D.C. to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a round-trip flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Washington, D.C.?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Washington, D.C. departing in April.

What is the cheapest Frankfurt am Main Airport to Washington, D.C. flight route?

Data is based on round-trip flight searches on KAYAK over the past month.

The cheapest return flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Washington, D.C. costs $690 on the route between Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) and Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (IAD). It is also the most popular route.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Frankfurt am Main to Washington, D.C.?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Washington, D.C. clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

For Frankfurt am Main to Washington, D.C., Thursday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Saturday is the most expensive. Flying from Washington, D.C. back to Frankfurt am Main, the best deals are generally found on Wednesday, with Thursday being the most expensive.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Washington, D.C., removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Washington, D.C. is April, where tickets cost $563 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $871 and $795 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Washington, D.C.?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 2 stops layover the cheapest option at $540 on average.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Washington, D.C., removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Washington, D.C., you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 46% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 9 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Frankfurt am Main to Washington, D.C.

 
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Low seasonFebruary
Cheapest flight$415
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 10% lower on average.
Flight from Frankfurt am Main to Washington Dulles Airport

When to book flights from Frankfurt am Main to Washington, D.C.

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Washington, D.C. based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Flights from Frankfurt am Main to Washington, D.C.: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travelers who flew the route from Frankfurt am Main to Washington, D.C. 
OlgaFlew with United Airlines
FRA
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IAD
Mar 2026
Make sure you have close to 2,5 hours between your connecting flights!!!
Verified travelerFlew with Lufthansa
FRA
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IAD
Nov 2025
Pack a jacket since you need to deplane in the open to get a shuttle to main airport
ROSSFlew with Lufthansa
FRA
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IAD
Jun 2025
Download the LH Entertainment app before the flight so you can watch content on your personal devices.
Verified travelerFlew with Lufthansa
FRA
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IAD
Aug 2024
Make sure there is more time in between your flights
Verified travelerFlew with Lufthansa
FRA
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IAD
Apr 2024
Take more time than you think you need to get through customs. 2 hours isn’t enough.
Verified travelerFlew with United Airlines
FRA
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IAD
May 2024
Frankfurt airport falls short in customer service and care, particularly during the multiple security checks, making it challenging for travelers to navigate efficiently. With layovers of less than three hours, there’s a significant risk of missing connecting flights due to the airport’s procedures.

FAQs for booking Frankfurt am Main to Washington, D.C. flights

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

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Washington, D.C. was $415 for a one-way ticket and $553 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Frankfurt am Main and Washington, D.C.?

    A passport is required to fly from Frankfurt am Main to Washington, D.C..

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Frankfurt am Main to Washington, D.C.?

    On your way to Washington, D.C., you’ll fly out from Frankfurt am Main. You’ll be landing in one of Washington, D.C.’s 2 airports: Washington, D.C. Reagan-National or Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Frankfurt am Main to Washington, D.C.?

    All the following airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Frankfurt am Main to Washington, D.C. flight route: Lufthansa, United Airlines, KLM, Delta, Virgin Atlantic, Air France, and American Airlines.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Frankfurt am Main to Washington, D.C.?

    The Boeing 777-300ER is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Frankfurt am Main to Washington, D.C. flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Frankfurt am Main to Washington, D.C.?

    Star Alliance is the only airline alliance operating flights between Frankfurt am Main and Washington, D.C..

  • On which days can I fly direct from Frankfurt am Main to Washington, D.C.?

    There are nonstop flights from Frankfurt am Main to Washington, D.C. on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Frankfurt am Main to Washington, D.C., United Airlines or Icelandair?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Frankfurt am Main to Washington, D.C. are United Airlines and Icelandair. With an average price for the route of $811 and an overall rating of 7.4, United Airlines is the most popular choice. Icelandair is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $540 and an overall rating of 7.0.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Frankfurt am Main to Washington, D.C.?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Frankfurt am Main to Washington, D.C..

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Washington, D.C.?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Washington, D.C. from Frankfurt am Main is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Frankfurt am Main to Washington, D.C.?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Washington, D.C. with an airline and back to Frankfurt am Main with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Frankfurt am Main to Washington, D.C.?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Washington, D.C. from Frankfurt am Main up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Washington, D.C.

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $755 or less one-way and $832 or less round-trip.

Prefer to fly direct from Frankfurt am Main to Washington, D.C.?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Frankfurt am Main to Washington, D.C..
Find which airlines fly direct from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Washington, D.C., which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Frankfurt am Main to Washington, D.C.

Monday

Lufthansa,United Airlines

Lufthansa,United Airlines

Tuesday

Lufthansa,United Airlines

Lufthansa,United Airlines

Wednesday

Lufthansa,United Airlines

Lufthansa,United Airlines

Thursday

Lufthansa,United Airlines

Lufthansa,United Airlines

Friday

Lufthansa,United Airlines

Lufthansa,United Airlines

Saturday

Lufthansa,United Airlines

Lufthansa,United Airlines

Sunday

Lufthansa,United Airlines

Lufthansa,United Airlines

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Direct returns

Washington, D.C. to Frankfurt am Main

Monday

Lufthansa,United Airlines

Lufthansa,United Airlines

Tuesday

Lufthansa,United Airlines

Lufthansa,United Airlines

Wednesday

Lufthansa,United Airlines

Lufthansa,United Airlines

Thursday

Lufthansa,United Airlines

Lufthansa,United Airlines

Friday

Lufthansa,United Airlines

Lufthansa,United Airlines

Saturday

Lufthansa,United Airlines

Lufthansa,United Airlines

Sunday

Lufthansa,United Airlines

Lufthansa,United Airlines

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Reviews of the top 3 airlines serving from Frankfurt am Main to Washington, D.C.

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Frankfurt am Main to Washington, D.C.. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Frankfurt am Main to Washington, D.C.? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.4
United AirlinesOverall score based on 9460 reviews
8.1Crew
7.7Boarding
6.6Food
7.3Comfort
7.1Entertainment
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Offered to check carry on to final destination. This is the most absurd thing in the world. I'm carrying on because I need what is in the carry-on. I'm okay with picking up at next stop but then I will be on much larger plane that can accommodate it. Also, if there is ever a change to your flight. Go to the airport and have the people there fix your ticket. Don't do it over the phone or online with United they screwed us up and ended up with flights for our last leg that took off before our first leg.

8.0 ExcellentMatthew, Mar 2026
CDG - IAD
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Offered to check carry on to final destination. This is the most absurd thing in the world. I'm carrying on because I need what is in the carry-on. I'm okay with picking up at next stop but then I will be on much larger plane that can accommodate it. Also, if there is ever a change to your flight. Go to the airport and have the people there fix your ticket. Don't do it over the phone or online with United they screwed us up and ended up with flights for our last leg that took off before our first leg.

United is one airline which regardless of how many separate United tickets in existence, if one flight breaks down, the airline will take care of all the flights.

Would've been great if Lufthansa union cockpit pilots didn't strike for 2 days and caused a chaos to my returning plans to USA, and then after rebooking a flight 2 days later tge plane departed 35 min later. So I did not have a good experience.

It was okay, the food was good, but after the landing there was not enough time for luggage and security to catch a connection. It was crowded on board.

When I went to check in at the United counter in Barcelona, Spain I had 2 different menat 2 different times in United uniforms (standing around with a couple other employees) ask me if I was traveling alone. The one man asked me 3 different ways if I was traveling alone. I am, 68 yeaers old and have all my faculties. I thought it was weird and it made me feel very uncomfortable. What difference does it make if I was traveling alone or with someone? What if I was a recent widow? That would have been horrible. They never gave me a reason why they needed to know who I was traveling with. I was hesitant to question them because I needed to be on that flight.

We were delayed for about an hour from taking off due to traffic control procedures at the destination airport. But once in the air, the flight went well. The crew members were great and provided cabin service despite moderate turbulence during much of the flight.

Crew was great. 2 1/2 hour delay was due to staff needing "rest" was avoidable and self inflicted as United not willing to hire enough crew to keep flight on time.. Ridiculous. The crew and the passengers both suffered due to this.

Fine not above and beyond as I had a connection that was delayed due to maintenance

Bad food, bad service, cold cabin with no additional blankets when asked for (they told me they don’t provide additional blankets). I’m a frequent traveler and this is one of the worst companies I traveled with (by the way I thought that I booked my ticket with Lufthansa but I didn’t see that the flights were handled by United).

Great other than a couple very drunk guys that for a while kept bumping my seat from behind. The staff did their best to control them. Even refused serving them alcohol and allowed the gal sitting next to them to move.

Waiting area on top of stairs before Boarding the bus wasn’t great. Took a long time to load the bus to gate.

The real reason why the flying experience with Icelandair ---was mediocre was because of not being able to enter DC airspace yesterday evening. This obviously was out of your control and do realize this is a safety issue. I did notice---that everything was being done to get us to Washington Dulles and we did arrive at Dulles SAFELY with just a 4 hour delay. Thank you!

The staff was kind and helpful. There was no food, and you needed to bring your own earphones to use the entertainment, which I didn’t know.

They wouldn’t check in my luggage even though I had one checked bag prepaid. So I took my bag to the gate and tried to check it in there and two employees scolded me for bringing a large bag to the gate. I told them I was trying to check it in and that it was prepaid, and they said they couldn’t guarantee that it would arrive at my destination but they finally let me drop it off when boarding the plane and pick it up right after exiting the plane. There was no food, and there was no entertainment.

Overall satisfied and would fly with them again. They could improve the check-in efficiency at BOS, we got backed up because it seemed there were passengers requiring much more time for check in.

The customer service was unbeatable from the wheelchair assist team to the flight attendants. The pilot also did an excellent job managing the turbulence.

Delays at check-in, seemed like they were short ground staff at the time and some passengers needed extra processing.

Problems checking in both on the laptop and on the app. No free seating available at check-in as advertised - must pay for EVERY seat between $23 and $75. No way to cancel seat choice. App menus and site menus are not responsive, and some items are impossible to find. Crew and mobile assistance are friendly and helpful.

The Experience Was Torture Spend a few extra dollars and avoid Icelandair at all costs. There is absolutely no refreshments, no food, no drinks. Only water, coffee, tea are free and at only half a tiny cup. Entertainment is limited selection of films, shows and mostly outdated. The seats are smaller than usual, with no cushion, no pillows, no blankets. First time in my life have I witness an airline asking for donations in spare change for a charity. With all the money Icelandair saves by starving the passenger, they can afford to give this charity on their own.

Again, we paid $ 328.00 for specific seats are were assigned those seats.

How about changing the personal out to more friendly human beings? This team was pretty arrogant. No fun!!

It was good. The seats in economy weren’t bad

Wonderful staff. The boarding process can be improved a little better by adequate prior communication but all in all they did fine. However the boarding gate was quite unfreindly to elderly and who needs help with sevral stairs.

Bulkhead seats should not be an extra charge. They are extremely uncomfortable. And we missed our connecting flight due to slow luggage retreaval.

Not great - seats were very narrow and food was terrible.

Some of the crew was sassy and not super helpful. The food was okay, but it seems like they were all unprepared compared to my flight I did from JFK to Frankfurt

I don’t understand how they charge as much as they do for such a poor experience

Lufthansa flight LH04414 from Munich to Washington DC, was fine. Efficient and safe!

I wish the plane had pod seating for business class. I had a window seat (8K) and I had to climb over the person sitting on the aisle when I needed to get up. Also there is no partition between the seats for privacy when sleeping. The Asian airlines have much nicer business class seating. Their seats are wider for better comfort when sleeping.

Bumpy ride, not Lufthansa‘s fault. Crew managed a situation over a back rest to far down well. It was two iles behind me. The person putting the seat down, against the other person’s knees, was quite rude and belligerent and needed to be told in a no nonsense matter to stopp. Male flight attendant did good job.

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