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Cheapest round-trip
$792
Typical prices: $889-$1,559
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Fri 10/5Sat 10/20
IAH - FRA • 2 stops
Cheapest non-stop
$844
Typical prices: $1,120-$1,779
Lufthansa
Fri 11/2Sun 11/18
IAH - FRA • Non-stop
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You can fly direct with United Airlines and Lufthansa. Average duration is 9h 47m
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Most punctual • 75% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 26 weeks in advance save around 41% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 26% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $610 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 12h 45m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from George Bush Intcntl to Frankfurt am Main (IAH-FRA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from George Bush Intcntl to Frankfurt am Main

Mon, Oct 5 - Tue, Oct 20
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12:21 pm - 10:15 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-FRA Frankfurt am Main
26h 54m2 stops Orlando London Gatwick
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12:40 pm - 6:29 pmFRA  Frankfurt am Main-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
36h 49m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$792Multiple Airlines
Mon, Oct 5 - Tue, Oct 20
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12:21 pm - 10:15 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-FRA Frankfurt am Main
26h 54m2 stops Orlando London Gatwick
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12:40 pm - 6:29 pmFRA  Frankfurt am Main-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
36h 49m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$794Multiple Airlines
Wed, Jan 13 - Wed, Jan 27
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9:00 pm - 4:45 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-FRA Frankfurt am Main
36h 45m1 stop Istanbul
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2:50 pm - 1:10 pmFRA  Frankfurt am Main-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
29h 20m1 stop Istanbul
$835Turkish Airlines
Wed, Feb 3 - Wed, Feb 10
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9:00 pm - 4:45 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-FRA Frankfurt am Main
36h 45m1 stop Istanbul
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6:50 am - 7:05 pmFRA  Frankfurt am Main-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
19h 15m1 stop Istanbul
$835Turkish Airlines
Mon, Nov 2 - Wed, Nov 18
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4:10 pm - 8:45 amIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-FRA Frankfurt am Main
9h 35mnonstop
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10:00 am - 2:00 pmFRA  Frankfurt am Main-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
11h 00mnonstop
$844Lufthansa
Tue, Nov 3 - Wed, Nov 11
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4:10 pm - 8:45 amIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-FRA Frankfurt am Main
9h 35mnonstop
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10:00 am - 2:00 pmFRA  Frankfurt am Main-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
11h 00mnonstop
$844Lufthansa
Mon, Nov 16 - Tue, Nov 24
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4:25 pm - 12:05 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-FRA Frankfurt am Main
12h 40m1 stop London Heathrow
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6:50 am - 2:35 pmFRA  Frankfurt am Main-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
14h 45m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
$865United Airlines
Mon, Nov 23 - Thu, Dec 3
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4:25 pm - 12:05 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-FRA Frankfurt am Main
12h 40m1 stop London Heathrow
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8:15 am - 4:20 pmFRA  Frankfurt am Main-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
15h 05m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
$865United Airlines
Tue, Nov 24 - Wed, Dec 2
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7:10 pm - 2:20 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-FRA Frankfurt am Main
12h 10m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
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2:15 pm - 1:10 pmFRA  Frankfurt am Main-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
29h 55m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
$872Delta
Sun, Nov 29 - Mon, Dec 7
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7:10 pm - 2:20 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-FRA Frankfurt am Main
12h 10m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
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10:15 am - 1:05 pmFRA  Frankfurt am Main-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
33h 50m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
$872Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport flights

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport, it is 17% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 29% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

  • September is the cheapest month to fly from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport at $835 round-trip.
  • June ($1,878) and February ($1,607) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 124% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport are cheapest 26 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 41% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from George Bush Intcntl to Frankfurt am Main

 
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Jessica Macdonald

Jessica Macdonald

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Key details for Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport flights

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

$318
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 2% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 14% lower on average.
Flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport

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Your Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • What services are offered to parents with babies at the Houston Airport?

    The airport has set aside a nursery near the chapel with rocking chairs and baby cribs in Terminal D. Parents of infants don’t need to stay in public areas, which can have loud music and disturbances from the other passengers. In this area, you as a mother will get help from the staff and have a private room to sleep in before your flight.

  • What services are available to people with disabilities when traveling in and out of the Frankfurt Airport?

    The Frankfurt Airport ensures that people with disabilities navigate through the airport easily. After booking their flight, Frankfurt Airport staff offer support to navigate through the airport at ease. You can also find designated pathways for people living with limited mobility.

  • Can you smoke while at the Houston Airport?

    Smoking is allowed in the airport but only in restricted areas. Smoking lounges in Terminals A, B, C, D, and E have been made available for the public. However, outside this designated space, you must follow the rules.

  • Can you travel with pets such as puppies or cats at the Franfurt Airport?

    The Frankfurt Airport has a very friendly policy about animals. The airport is equipped with features that take care of birds, dogs, fish, cats, even polar bears or rhinos. Therefore for pet lovers, you travel with the animal will be made easy at Frankfurt Airport.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport flights?

    Among airlines operating Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport flights:

    • Lufthansa: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • What airlines are available from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    2 airlines operate flights between Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport and Frankfurt am Main Airport. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:
    • United Airlines
    • Lufthansa

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    Flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport usually depart from Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) and arrive at Frankfurt am Main (FRA).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Lufthansa: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Air New Zealand: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so travelers should check the fare details before booking.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $610 round-trip via London Heathrow (LHR), compared to $1,433 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $75–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    The Boeing 777 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Lufthansa and United Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 747-400 variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Istanbul (IST) - 80% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) - 4% of one-stop connections
    • Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) - 4% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 3% of one-stop connections

    Istanbul (IST) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 36% on the Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $941 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $1,470, a difference of $529. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport route, 28% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2 hours 33 minutes.

  • How are flight departures from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport spread across the day?

    Evening is the busiest departure period on Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, afternoon flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • What popular places can I visit in Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Frankfurt am Main Airport are Frankfurt Central Station, Congress Center Messe Frankfurt and Römerberg. These are among the most viewed places in Frankfurt am Main Airport on KAYAK.

  • How long is a flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    A nonstop flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport takes 9h 47m, covering 5,217 miles.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 3:35 pm and lands at 1:22 am
    • Latest: departs at 7:50 pm and lands at 5:37 am.

    The flight takes about 9h 47m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 27% above the route average of $1,131. Book 26 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How are flight prices from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $512, which is 20% below the typical average for this route.

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    Afternoon flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    Flying via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 12h 45m, compared with 12h 49m via London Heathrow (LHR) and 13h 02m via Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG).

  • What is the time difference between Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport and Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    Frankfurt am Main Airport is 7 hours ahead of Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport (Central European Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)?

    Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $11 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Wheego
    · Alamo
    · Europcar
    · Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    · Hertz

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport range from $889 to $1,559, with an average of $1,131 over the past 12 months. Anything below $889 counts as a good deal.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport flights?

    Three airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport flights:

    • • Lufthansa
    • • United Airlines
    • • Air New Zealand

    Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty program; others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

Your guide to booking Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $941 - about $529 less than Saturday (36% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 26 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 41% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport trip for September. Fares historically average $835 round-trip in that month - typically $1,043 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If arriving on time is high on your priority list, Lufthansa is the strongest pick on this route. 75% of Lufthansa flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport arrived on time in the past 3 months, slightly above the route's average on-time arrival rate of 72%. When flights on this route do arrive late, the average delay is 2 hours 33 minutes, so choosing a carrier with strong on-time performance can make a difference on tight schedules.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through London Heathrow Airport (LHR) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $610 round-trip on this route - about $823 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Frankfurt am Main Airport.
    - Holiday Inn Frankfurt Airport By IHG
    - Intercityhotel Frankfurt Airport Terminal 3
    - Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel and Conference Center
  • Houston's George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) is the home to many airlines. It is one of the busiest airports, which serves as the home for airlines such as Lufthansa, United Airlines, Air Canada, and Star Alliance. These airlines help carry the wide load of passengers that fly in and out of the airport daily.
  • When traveling with family or friends, either joining you on your trip or just dropping you off, IAH has ample parking for over 10,000 vehicles. All travelers will enjoy the ecopark, which is a very environmentally friendly shuttle service at the parking lot. It provides shuttle service 24 hours a day and allows people to travel from the parking lot to any terminal at an affordable rate.
  • After a tiresome flight, you can always have a rest at one of the fine hotels near the Frankfurt Airport (FRA). These hotels include Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel & Conference Center, the Holiday Inn, Hampton by Hilton, and Hyatt Place.
  • While traveling from the George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to the Frankfurt Airport (FRA), entertainment is guaranteed. Within the airport, the airport has theaters and clubhouses that are open daily. You can have a hot beverage, drink, or relax in these locations while making important calls. The access is unlimited for departures and arrivals.
  • After your arrival, you might get worried about your navigation. The Frankfurt Airport (FRA) has a series of car rental services that get you from the airport to you destination. You can take buses, taxis, trains, and car rental services to help get out of the airport to your destination.

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Find which airlines fly direct from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Houston George Bush Intcntl 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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Direct returns

Frankfurt am Main to Houston George Bush Intcntl

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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