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Cheapest round-trip
$652
Typical prices: $787-$1,374
Icelandair
Thu 1/18Thu 2/1
IAD - FRA • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$825
Typical prices: $1,088-$1,606
Lufthansa
Sat 12/8Sun 12/23
IAD - FRA • Non-stop
Advice from real travelers
Lufthansa Premium Economy adds 50% more space and an extra checked bag.
On this long-haul route, pay extra for better seating; pack food on Lufthansa.
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Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with United Airlines and Lufthansa. Average duration is 7h 57m
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When to book
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 14 weeks in advance save around 34% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 32% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $604 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 10h 34m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Dulles Intl to Frankfurt am Main (IAD-FRA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Dulles Intl to Frankfurt am Main

Thu, Nov 12 - Fri, Nov 20
Icelandair Logo
7:40 pm - 12:10 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-FRA Frankfurt am Main
10h 30m1 stop Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
Icelandair Logo
1:05 pm - 6:30 pmFRA  Frankfurt am Main-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
11h 25m1 stop Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
$652Icelandair
Mon, Jan 18 - Mon, Feb 1
Icelandair Logo
7:40 pm - 12:10 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-FRA Frankfurt am Main
10h 30m1 stop Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
Icelandair Logo
1:05 pm - 6:30 pmFRA  Frankfurt am Main-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
11h 25m1 stop Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
$652Icelandair
Wed, Jan 20 - Sat, Jan 30
Royal Air Maroc Logo
9:05 pm - 4:35 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-FRA Frankfurt am Main
13h 30m1 stop Casablanca Mohamed V
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5:35 pm - 7:05 pmFRA  Frankfurt am Main-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
31h 30m1 stop Casablanca Mohamed V
$660Royal Air Maroc
Sun, Nov 29 - Sat, Dec 5
Royal Air Maroc Logo
9:05 pm - 4:35 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-FRA Frankfurt am Main
13h 30m1 stop Casablanca Mohamed V
Royal Air Maroc Logo
5:35 pm - 7:05 pmFRA  Frankfurt am Main-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
31h 30m1 stop Casablanca Mohamed V
$661Royal Air Maroc
Mon, Sep 21 - Tue, Sep 29
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5:40 pm - 12:30 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-FRA Frankfurt am Main
12h 50m1 stop Lisbon Humberto Delgado
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7:40 pm - 3:10 pmFRA  Frankfurt am Main-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
25h 30m1 stop Lisbon Humberto Delgado
$672TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Mon, Oct 19 - Tue, Oct 27
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
8:20 pm - 7:45 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-FRA Frankfurt am Main
17h 25m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
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8:30 pm - 6:15 pmFRA  Frankfurt am Main-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
26h 45m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
$674Scandinavian Airlines
Mon, Sep 21 - Tue, Sep 29
TAP AIR PORTUGAL Logo
10:35 pm - 12:30 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-FRA Frankfurt am Main
31h 55m1 stop Lisbon Humberto Delgado
TAP AIR PORTUGAL Logo
7:40 pm - 3:10 pmFRA  Frankfurt am Main-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
25h 30m1 stop Lisbon Humberto Delgado
$675TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Sat, Oct 17 - Sun, Nov 1
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
8:20 pm - 7:00 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-FRA Frankfurt am Main
16h 40m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
8:30 pm - 5:15 pmFRA  Frankfurt am Main-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
26h 45m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
$677Scandinavian Airlines
Tue, Oct 13 - Tue, Oct 20
Turkish Airlines Logo
9:40 pm - 1:45 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-FRA Frankfurt am Main
34h 05m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
6:50 am - 11:30 amFRA  Frankfurt am Main-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
34h 40m1 stop Istanbul
$770Turkish Airlines
Tue, Oct 13 - Thu, Oct 29
Turkish Airlines Logo
9:40 pm - 10:05 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-FRA Frankfurt am Main
30h 25m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
6:50 am - 12:45 pmFRA  Frankfurt am Main-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
34h 55m1 stop Istanbul
$785Turkish Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport flights

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

Round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport start at $652. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $787 to $1,374. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $652 on Icelandair.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport, it is 10% cheaper than the average day. Friday is the most expensive day with flight prices 12% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

  • February is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport at $734 round-trip.
  • December ($1,235) and July ($1,229) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 68% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport are cheapest 14 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 34% 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 Dulles Intl to Frankfurt am Main

 
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Jessica Macdonald

Jessica Macdonald

Expert on Lufthansa

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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Stefanie Waldek

Expert on United Airlines and IAD

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

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Duncan Madden

Expert on FRA

Duncan is a freelance travel writer, copywriter and book author in constant search of travel stories and the perpetual sensation of being on holiday. He’s never happier than when on a dusty trail in search of empty waves or ducking under the piste tape in search of snowbound solitude. British born, living in Germany, but happiest heading for the horizon. His first book, Found in Translation, explores the etymologies and stories of country names around the world and is out now.

Key details for Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$359
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 32% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 3% lower on average.
Flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport

When to book flights from Dulles Intl to Frankfurt am Main

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Flights from Dulles Intl to Frankfurt am Main: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travelers who flew the route from Dulles Intl to Frankfurt am Main 
NandiniFlew with LufthansaAug 2026
Worth paying for the extra legroom in economy. The regular economy seating in UA is too cramped for a long haul flight
KarenFlew with LufthansaJul 2026
I wish I'd know how big the airport was so I couldn't have booked assistance since I've got asthma. It was not good rushing through in the heat trying to get to the gate in an unformilliar airport.
Verified travelerFlew with United AirlinesApr 2026
Except for food, I definitely recommend flying Lufthansa. Jut to be better prepared, I would pack food if you take the flight from IAD to Frankfurt.
Verified travelerFlew with LufthansaJan 2026
Sadly since I never could reschedule that flight I don’t know but maybe when possible allow more than a 2 hour layover if there is a possibility of bad weather.
Verified travelerFlew with United AirlinesMar 2024
Pay extra for a little better seating. Definitely worth it

Your Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl 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.

  • Which airlines operate eco-friendly flights from Washington Dulles Airport to Frankfurt am Main?

    On average, passengers from Washington Dulles Airport to Frankfurt am Main emit about 3541 kg of CO2. Aer Lingus, Air Canada, Lufthansa, Brussels Airlines, Air France, British Airways, Icelandair, and United Airlines fly some of the most sustainable flights to FRA from IAD. The airlines operate two-stop, one-stop, and nonstop flights to FRA from IAD and emit about 41%, 37%, 37%, 36%, 34%, 33%, 32%, and 31% less C02 than their competitors.

  • What are the common stopover options for Washington Dulles Airport to Frankfurt am Main flights?

    Most airlines flying from IAD to FRA have one or two stops en route. If you’re flying with Aer Lingus, you will have a single stop in Dublin (DUB). Passengers flying with Air Canada will have stops in Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau International (YUL), Zurich (ZRH), or Toronto Pearson International (YYZ). British Airways and Air France offer single-stop flights on this route with common layovers in London Heathrow (LHR) and Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG), respectively.

  • Are there any airline lounges at Washington Dulles International Airport?

    British Airways Galleries Lounge is in Concourse B Airside of Midfield Terminal. The lounge operates daily from 7 am to 2 pm and admits passengers using membership programs. Air France – KLM Lounge is near Gate A22 in Concourse A Airside of the Midfield Terminal. Travelers can access the lounge through lounge membership programs or prepaid lounge passes. United Club is on Concourses C and D. The lounge allows ticketed travelers to pay at the door when space is available.

  • Are there any hotels at Frankfurt International Airport?

    Yes. Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel is Departure Halls A and C in Terminal 1 via a pedestrian bridge. The hotel offers day rooms daily from 8 am to 6 pm. Booking a stay at the hotel grants you access to a business center with free Wi-Fi, a fitness center, conference facilities, a parking garage, a sauna, a spa, concierge services, a restaurant, and airport shuttles.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport flights?

    Among airlines operating Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport flights:

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

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

  • What airlines are available from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    2 airlines operate flights between Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    Flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport usually depart from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) and arrive at Frankfurt am Main (FRA).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl 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
    • Thai Airways: 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    Four cabin classes are available on flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

    Prices vary by airline.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $604 round-trip via Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG), compared to $1,305 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    The Boeing 777-300ER family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by United Airlines and Lufthansa. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 777 variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Reykjavik Keflavik Intl (KEF) - 35% of one-stop connections
    • Kastrup Copenhagen (CPH) - 25% of one-stop connections
    • Dublin (DUB) - 13% of one-stop connections
    • Lisbon Humberto Delgado (LIS) - 12% of one-stop connections

    Reykjavik Keflavik Intl (KEF) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    On the Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 20%. Sunday is the cheapest day at $972 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $1,208: a $236 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How are flight departures from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport spread across the day?

    Evening is the busiest departure period on Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 25%, night flights for 25%, and morning 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.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 3:25 pm and lands at 11:22 pm
    • Latest: departs at 11:10 pm and lands at 7:07 am.

    The flight takes about 7h 57m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 18% above the route average of $1,077. Book 14 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    A nonstop flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport takes 7h 57m, covering 4,066 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $466, which is 20% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    Flying via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 10h 34m, compared with 10h 47m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) and 11h 17m via London Heathrow (LHR).

  • What is the time difference between Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport and Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    Frankfurt am Main Airport is 6 hours ahead of Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (Central European Time vs Eastern 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport range from $787 to $1,374, with an average of $1,077 over the past 12 months. Anything below $787 counts as a good deal.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport flights?

    Three airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport flights:

    • • Lufthansa
    • • United Airlines
    • • Thai Airways

    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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl 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 Sunday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Sunday flights average $972 - about $236 less than Friday (20% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 14 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 34% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport trip for February. Fares historically average $734 round-trip in that month - typically $501 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $604 round-trip on this route - about $701 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
    - Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel and Conference Center
    - Intercityhotel Frankfurt Airport Terminal 3
  • Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) consists of the Main Terminal Building with two concourses, C/D and A/B. Getting around the airport is easy, as the concourses are linked to each other by airside walkways and AeroTrain.
  • Sleepbox Lounge offers sound-proof rooms at IAD near Gates A14 and A6 on the Mezzanine Level Airside of the Main Terminal Building. They are equipped with pull-out desks, a twin bed, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth Speakers.
  • Frankfurt International Airport (FRA) is a large international hub. Terminal 2 hosts Concourse E and Concourse D, while Terminal 1 hosts Concourses Z, A, B, and C. Travelers can easily transit between the terminals via the free shuttle buses or Skyline trains.
  • IAD offers Children’s Play Areas where you can take your kids to steam off before their flight to FRA. The Funway is near Gate B70 Airside of the Main Terminal Building. It offers airplane-themed climbing structures and video games.
  • Business passengers traveling through FRA will be happy to know that the airport has a conference center. It is on Level 3 Area FAC in Terminal 1 and operates from 7 am to 9:30 pm on weekdays and from 9 am to 6 pm on weekends.

Prefer to fly direct from Washington Dulles Airport to Frankfurt am Main?

 
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Direct departures

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl 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

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Direct returns

Frankfurt am Main to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

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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