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Cheapest round-trip
$694
Typical prices: $797-$1,148
Icelandair
Mon 10/26Mon 11/2
RDU - FRA • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$851
Typical prices: $885-$1,360
United Airlines
Mon 11/9Thu 12/10
RDU - FRA • Non-stop
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Lufthansa Premium Economy adds 50% more space and an extra checked bag.
United Economy Plus offers up to 6 inches more legroom than standard economy.
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You can fly direct with Lufthansa. Average duration is 8h 15m
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Cheapest • Avg $859 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 11h 10m (one-way)
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 4 weeks in advance save around 44% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheap Flights from Raleigh to Frankfurt am Main (RDU-FRA)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Raleigh to Frankfurt am Main 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 Raleigh to Frankfurt am Main

Mon, Oct 26 - Mon, Nov 2
Icelandair Logo
8:35 pm - 12:10 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-FRA Frankfurt am Main
10h 35m1 stop Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
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1:05 pm - 6:35 pmFRA  Frankfurt am Main-RDU Raleigh-Durham
11h 30m1 stop Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
$694Icelandair
Mon, Sep 7 - Mon, Sep 14
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 5:45 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-FRA Frankfurt am Main
17h 45m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
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11:40 am - 11:41 pmFRA  Frankfurt am Main-RDU Raleigh-Durham
18h 01m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
$702Multiple Airlines
Wed, Oct 21 - Sat, Oct 31
Icelandair Logo
8:30 pm - 1:00 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-FRA Frankfurt am Main
10h 30m1 stop Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
Icelandair Logo
1:05 pm - 7:35 pmFRA  Frankfurt am Main-RDU Raleigh-Durham
11h 30m1 stop Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
$710Icelandair
Wed, Aug 26 - Thu, Sep 10
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 5:45 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-FRA Frankfurt am Main
17h 45m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
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11:40 am - 11:41 pmFRA  Frankfurt am Main-RDU Raleigh-Durham
18h 01m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
$736Multiple Airlines
Sun, Nov 1 - Tue, Nov 10
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2:45 pm - 12:05 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-FRA Frankfurt am Main
15h 20m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl London Heathrow
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9:50 am - 9:51 pmFRA  Frankfurt am Main-RDU Raleigh-Durham
18h 01m2 stops Zurich Toronto Pearson Intl
$843Lufthansa
Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 15
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2:45 pm - 11:05 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-FRA Frankfurt am Main
14h 20m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl London Heathrow
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9:50 am - 9:51 pmFRA  Frankfurt am Main-RDU Raleigh-Durham
18h 01m2 stops Zurich Toronto Pearson Intl
$843Lufthansa
Mon, Nov 2 - Tue, Nov 10
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 12:00 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-FRA Frankfurt am Main
24h 00m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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9:45 am - 12:24 pmFRA  Frankfurt am Main-RDU Raleigh-Durham
32h 39m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$846United Airlines
Mon, Nov 9 - Thu, Dec 10
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3:55 pm - 6:15 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-FRA Frankfurt am Main
8h 20mnonstop
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10:25 am - 2:00 pmFRA  Frankfurt am Main-RDU Raleigh-Durham
9h 35mnonstop
$851United Airlines
Sat, Nov 14 - Thu, Dec 10
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6:00 pm - 7:50 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-FRA Frankfurt am Main
31h 50m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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9:50 am - 5:55 pmFRA  Frankfurt am Main-RDU Raleigh-Durham
14h 05m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
$871Delta
Sat, Oct 31 - Thu, Dec 3
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7:57 pm - 8:40 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-FRA Frankfurt am Main
31h 43m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
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9:50 am - 5:55 pmFRA  Frankfurt am Main-RDU Raleigh-Durham
14h 05m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
$871Delta
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Raleigh to Frankfurt am Main flights

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

How much is a round-trip flight from Raleigh to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

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

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to Frankfurt am Main Airport from Raleigh usually cost between $1,076 and $1,675 in October.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $694 on Icelandair (Oct 26-Nov 2).

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Raleigh to Frankfurt am Main?

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

For Raleigh to Frankfurt am Main, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Friday is the most expensive. Flying from Frankfurt am Main back to Raleigh, the best deals are generally found on Wednesday, with Friday being the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Raleigh to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Raleigh to Frankfurt am Main Airport, 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 Raleigh to Frankfurt am Main Airport is January, where tickets cost $813 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,687 and $1,638 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Raleigh to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

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 1 stop layover the cheapest option at $1,138 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Raleigh to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Raleigh to Frankfurt am Main Airport, 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 Raleigh to Frankfurt am Main Airport, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 44% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 26 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Raleigh to Frankfurt am Main

 
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Jessica Macdonald

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Currently based in Scotland after living in South Africa and the United States, Jessica has been writing travel and aviation content for more than 10 years. She regularly contributes to Travel + Leisure and TripSavvy, and has had work published by Condé Nast Traveller and The Independent. She has traveled to more than 50 countries across six continents.

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Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$274
Most popular time to fly with an average 7% increase in price.
Flight from Raleigh to Frankfurt am Main

When to book flights from Raleigh to Frankfurt am Main

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Raleigh to Frankfurt am Main based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking Raleigh to Frankfurt am Main flights

  • Do I need a visa to travel from Raleigh to Frankfurt am Main (FRA)?

    US citizens do not require a visa for tourist or business travel to Germany for stays of up to 90 days within a 180-day period. This is made possible by the visa waiver program between the United States and countries in the Schengen Area, including Germany.

  • Can I change or cancel my ticket after booking my flight from Raleigh to Frankfurt am Main?

    Most airlines on this route offer options to modify or cancel tickets. Airlines such as Lufthansa, United Airlines, Delta Air Lines, and American Airlines typically provide options for ticket changes or cancellations. However, to receive a refund, you must cancel/modify your flight at least 24 hours after booking and 7 days before the scheduled departure.

  • Which cities can I drive to from Frankfurt Airport (FRA)?

    From FRA, you can easily drive a rental from FRA to Cologne, located approximately 110 miles west of Frankfurt. Further south, you can reach Stuttgart is around 120 miles away, or Nuremberg which is situated about 140 miles to the east. Additionally, the city of Heidelberg is located approximately 50 miles south of Frankfurt and easily reachable by bus which takes around 1 hour.

  • Do I need travel insurance to visit Frankfurt am Main from Raleigh?

    Travel insurance is a requirement for visiting Frankfurt, and it is highly recommended to have coverage for your entire stay. Many airlines offer travel insurance as an optional add-on during the booking process, including Delta, American Airlines, and Lufthansa.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Raleigh to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Raleigh to Frankfurt am Main Airport was $274 for a one-way ticket and $694 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Raleigh and Frankfurt am Main?

    Yes

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Raleigh to Frankfurt am Main?

    On your way to Frankfurt am Main, you’ll fly out from Raleigh-Durham. You’ll be landing at Frankfurt am Main.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Raleigh to Frankfurt am Main?

    All the following airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Raleigh to Frankfurt am Main flight route: Lufthansa, United Airlines, American Airlines, Iberia, SWISS, Air Canada, British Airways, and Finnair.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Raleigh to Frankfurt am Main?

    The Airbus A330-300 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Raleigh to Frankfurt am Main flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Raleigh to Frankfurt am Main?

    oneworld, SkyTeam, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Raleigh and Frankfurt am Main, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Raleigh to Frankfurt am Main?

    There are nonstop flights from Raleigh to Frankfurt am Main on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Raleigh to Frankfurt am Main, Delta or United Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Raleigh to Frankfurt am Main are Delta and United Airlines. With an average price for the route of $1,063 and an overall rating of 7.8, Delta is the most popular choice. United Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $1,453 and an overall rating of 7.4.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Raleigh to Frankfurt am Main?

    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 Raleigh to Frankfurt am Main.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Frankfurt am Main from Raleigh 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 Raleigh to Frankfurt am Main?

    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 Frankfurt am Main with an airline and back to Raleigh with another airline. Booking your flights between Raleigh and FRA can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

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

    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 Frankfurt am Main from Raleigh 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 Raleigh to Frankfurt am Main Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $460 or less one-way and $915 or less round-trip.
  • Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) in North Carolina serves as an operating base for Avelo Airlines and a focus city for Delta Air Lines. Several major airlines such as TAP AIR PORTUGAL, KLM, and Icelandair operate at RDU, providing travelers with a variety of choices when it comes to airlines, routes, fares, and flight schedules.
  • RDU is located in the Research Triangle region of North Carolina, which includes the cities of Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill. It is centrally located and easily accessible from various parts of the state, 10 miles from both downtown Raleigh and Durham. The Line 100 bus from downtown to RDU Airport takes around 30 minutes and departs every four hours.
  • Singapore Airlines is an excellent choice for family travel due to its family-friendly offerings. Families can enjoy the convenience of free advance standard seat selection and priority boarding. The airline's in-flight entertainment system, KrisWorld, offers a wide selection of programs specifically curated for the young ones, in addition to toys and children's activity packs.
  • Delta Air Lines is highly the ideal choice for minors traveling alone from Raleigh to Frankfurt am Main. Their unaccompanied minor program is specifically designed to prioritize the safety and well-being of children aged 5 to 14 flying solo, optionally for 15 to 17-year-old kids. This program ensures close supervision and assistance for young travelers throughout their journey, from check-in to arrival.
  • Since the flight can take well over ten hours, we recommend booking or upgrading to first class for a luxurious and premium travel experience. For instance, SWISS first class offers spacious and private suites with lie-flat beds, a dedicated cabin crew, gourmet dining options, expedited check-in, and priority boarding.

Prefer to fly direct from Raleigh to Frankfurt am Main?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Raleigh-Durham to Frankfurt am Main.
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Raleigh-Durham to Frankfurt am Main

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Friday

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Saturday

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Frankfurt am Main to Raleigh-Durham

Monday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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