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$294+ Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Frankfurt (FRA)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — FRA
Dec 29 — Jan 51
Sun 12/29
Sun 1/5
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Frankfurt am Main are usually found in January or February, booked 72 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Thursday

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AranGrant
3 stars

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AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$692
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One-way from

$294
(Kiwi.com)

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January

Average price

$977
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This AirNGo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure AirNGo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/295:40 pmDTW - FRA
Nonstop8h 10mVirgin Atlantic
Tue 1/2110:40 amFRA - DTW
1 stop17h 01mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 12/23$820
This AirNGo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure AirNGo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/296:00 amDTW - FRA
1 stop18h 30mAir Canada
Tue 1/2110:05 amFRA - DTW
1 stop15h 46mAir Canada
Deal found 12/23$826
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/305:45 amDTW - FRA
1 stop19h 25mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/105:10 pmFRA - DTW
2 stops34h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/23$850
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/253:45 pmDTW - FRA
Nonstop8h 05mLufthansa
Wed 1/1510:30 amFRA - DTW
Nonstop9h 25mLufthansa
Deal found 12/24$852
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/275:45 amDTW - FRA
1 stop24h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/151:35 pmFRA - DTW
1 stop26h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/24$860
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/295:40 pmDTW - FRA
Nonstop8h 10mDelta
Mon 1/1310:40 amFRA - DTW
Nonstop9h 37mDelta
Deal found 12/24$902
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/247:00 amDTW - FRA
1 stop18h 15mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/3110:15 amFRA - DTW
1 stop14h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/23$933
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/287:14 pmDTW - FRA
2 stops17h 01mBritish Airways
Thu 1/1611:25 amFRA - DTW
2 stops17h 42mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/24$1,036
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/238:10 pmDTW - FRA
1 stop14h 45mTurkish Airlines
Mon 12/307:15 amFRA - DTW
1 stop17h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 12/22$1,707
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/252:15 pmDTW - FRA
2 stops19h 10mScandinavian Airlines
Tue 12/314:05 pmFRA - DTW
2 stops35h 37mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 12/22$1,745
This TAP AIR PORTUGAL deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure TAP AIR PORTUGAL is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/261:20 pmDTW - FRA
2 stops21h 00mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Tue 1/146:00 amFRA - DTW
2 stops21h 33mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 12/24$1,784

Find flights from Detroit to Frankfurt within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit to Frankfurt that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 24, 2024.

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DTW - FRA

DTWFRA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 4/30

8:55 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop18h 05m

Frankfurt am Main

Sat 5/10

11:25 am-7:00 pm

1 stop37h 35m

$692

DetroitFrankfurt am Main

DTW - FRA

DTWFRA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 1/22

3:45 pm-5:50 am

Nonstop8h 05m

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 1/29

10:50 am-11:39 pm

1 stop18h 49m

$693

DetroitFrankfurt am Main

DTW - FRA

DTWFRA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 1/20

8:35 pm-7:25 am

2 stops28h 50m

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 1/28

10:05 am-7:51 pm

1 stop15h 46m

$696

DetroitFrankfurt am Main

DTW - FRA

DTWFRA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 1/20

10:10 am-3:25 pm

2 stops23h 15m

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 1/28

4:05 pm-9:41 pm

2 stops35h 36m

$701

DetroitFrankfurt am Main

DTW - FRA

DTWFRA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 2/12

10:15 am-6:30 am

1 stop14h 15m

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 2/26

10:30 am-1:55 pm

Nonstop9h 25m

$707

DetroitFrankfurt am Main

DTW - FRA

DTWFRA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 3/4

3:45 pm-5:50 am

Nonstop8h 05m

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 3/11

10:30 am-2:55 pm

Nonstop9h 25m

$714

DetroitFrankfurt am Main

DTW - FRA

DTWFRA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 3/2

6:15 pm-2:05 pm

2 stops13h 50m

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 3/11

10:15 am-12:12 am

1 stop18h 57m

$721

DetroitFrankfurt am Main

DTW - FRA

DTWFRA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 1/20

5:50 pm-7:50 am

Nonstop8h 00m

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 1/28

10:40 am-9:41 pm

1 stop17h 01m

$724

DetroitFrankfurt am Main

DTW - FRA

DTWFRA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 1/20

5:19 pm-6:10 pm

2 stops18h 51m

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 1/28

11:25 am-11:07 pm

2 stops17h 42m

$736

DetroitFrankfurt am Main

DTW - FRA

DTWFRA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 3/1

5:40 pm-7:50 am

Nonstop8h 10m

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 3/10

9:50 am-2:10 pm

Nonstop9h 20m

$814

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ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
KAYAKPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
oojoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
FlightnetworkPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Frankfurt am Main Airport flights, users find the pricing of AranGrant to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant Users can find the same prices on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Frankfurt am Main Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Frankfurt am Main Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Frankfurt am Main Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust AranGrant the most. AranGrant has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Frankfurt am Main Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Detroit to Frankfurt

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Travel insights for flights from Detroit to Frankfurt

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Detroit to Frankfurt including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Detroit to Frankfurt. Price data was last updated on December 20, 2024.

Booking 72 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport (average of $729). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,112). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DTW to FRA?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit to Frankfurt. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 24, 2024.

It’s typically best to fly out from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 21% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Detroit to Frankfurt. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Detroit to Frankfurt. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated December 24, 2024.

The most flights from DTW to FRA are scheduled on a Thursday (7 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

Rainfall in Frankfurt by month

Plan your trip to Frankfurt by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Frankfurt am Main Airport ranges from 1.6 - 2.8 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.8 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Frankfurt am Main Airport when rainfall is around 1.6 in.

Temperature in Frankfurt by month

Plan your trip to Frankfurt by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Frankfurt am Main Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 64.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 33.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Frankfurt

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Frankfurt. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Frankfurt. Reviews last updated December 24, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Lufthansa, United Airlines and Delta from Detroit to Frankfurt am Main. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,580 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,580 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,580 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

KLM
7.8
Good
1,346 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,580 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

SWISS
7.6
Good
1,605 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,580 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
666 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,580 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Air France
7.4
Good
1,503 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,580 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Detroit to Frankfurt am Main?

    For a flight from Detroit to Frankfurt am Main, you will be flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) is just 17.3 mi from the center of the city. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County is the only Detroit airport and it handles 5 outbound flights to Frankfurt am Main per day. 10 airlines have flights to Frankfurt am Main from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County on a regular basis.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport round-trip?

    Flying on Turkish Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Frankfurt am Main Airport, with prices starting at $692. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Lufthansa and Air Canada, with the lowest prices starting at $693 and $696, respectively. Users have found that Turkish Airlines is 27% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Lufthansa, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $355. However, be on the lookout for offers from KLM and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    Consider KLM (80%), Vietnam Airlines (80%) or Delta (80%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $439. While the most popular route (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Frankfurt am Main) can be booked for $607 on average our data indicates $1,869 when flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Detroit to Frankfurt that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Detroit to Frankfurt flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Detroit to Frankfurt?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Detroit to Frankfurt.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Detroit to Frankfurt?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Detroit to Frankfurt by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport (average of $729). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,112). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 10 airlines flying from Detroit to Frankfurt

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Detroit to Frankfurt. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 24, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
IcelandairCheapest$554Average$840FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$582Average$704FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Air FranceCheapest$600Average$1,035FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
American AirlinesCheapest$642Average$801FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Air CanadaCheapest$668Average$990FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
DeltaCheapest$675Average$1,082FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
LufthansaCheapest$700Average$1,031FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
United AirlinesCheapest$703Average$1,061FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
KLMCheapest$735Average$1,017FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$749Average$955FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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