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$276+ Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Frankfurt am Main

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 7/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — FRA
Apr 29 — May 61
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1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Frankfurt am Main are usually found in February or January, booked 20 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Thursday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTW) to Frankfurt am Main (FK0). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated April 24, 2025.

Round-trip from

$684
(Expedia)

One-way from

$286
(Kiwi.com)

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June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$899
From Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Frankfurt am Main
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Cheapest flights from Detroit to Frankfurt am Main
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to Frankfurt am Main. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 24, 2025.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/239:00 pmDTW - FRA
1 stop31h 00mTurkish Airlines
Tue 10/73:05 pmFRA - DTW
1 stop34h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 4/23$692
This Condor deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 Condor is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/247:45 amDTW - FRA
1 stop15h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/711:45 amFRA - DTW
1 stop14h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/23$700
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/168:30 pmDTW - FRA
1 stop10h 30mIcelandair
Sat 10/252:00 pmFRA - DTW
1 stop11h 20mIcelandair
Deal found 4/23$725
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/2412:15 pmDTW - FRA
2 stops20h 25mScandinavian Airlines
Sun 9/73:25 pmFRA - DTW
2 stops34h 46mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 4/23$761
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/189:55 amDTW - FRA
2 stops15h 05mAir Canada
Tue 5/272:20 pmFRA - DTW
1 stop13h 05mAir Canada
Deal found 4/23$764
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Wed 5/149:55 amDTW - FRA
1 stop16h 15mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/289:55 amFRA - DTW
2 stops35h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/23$787
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/187:35 pmDTW - FRA
Nonstop8h 15mDelta
Tue 5/2711:00 amFRA - DTW
Nonstop9h 15mDelta
Deal found 4/23$797
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/47:50 pmDTW - FRA
Nonstop8h 00mAir France
Thu 9/411:00 amFRA - DTW
Nonstop9h 20mAir France
Deal found 4/22$808
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/2912:25 pmDTW - FRA
1 stop14h 30mVirgin Atlantic
Tue 9/3011:00 amFRA - DTW
Nonstop9h 20mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 4/23$831
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Mon 5/124:00 pmDTW - FRA
Nonstop8h 15mLufthansa
Thu 5/2211:10 amFRA - DTW
Nonstop9h 00mLufthansa
Deal found 4/23$837
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Sun 5/187:35 pmDTW - FRA
Nonstop8h 15mKLM
Tue 5/277:20 pmFRA - DTW
1 stop22h 35mKLM
Deal found 4/23$848
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Sat 8/22:10 pmDTW - FRA
2 stops37h 10mSWISS
Fri 8/156:40 amFRA - DTW
2 stops40h 39mSWISS
Deal found 4/23$865

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit to Frankfurt am Main 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 April 24, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Frankfurt am Main that are best for you.

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DTW - FRA

DTWFRA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 9/23

9:00 pm-10:00 am

1 stop31h 00m

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 10/7

3:05 pm-7:05 pm

1 stop34h 00m

$692

DetroitFrankfurt am Main

DTW - FRA

DTWFRA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 8/24

7:45 am-5:15 am

1 stop15h 30m

Frankfurt am Main

Sun 9/7

11:45 am-8:02 pm

1 stop14h 17m

$700

DetroitFrankfurt am Main

DTW - FRA

DTWFRA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 10/16

8:30 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop10h 30m

Frankfurt am Main

Sat 10/25

2:00 pm-7:20 pm

1 stop11h 20m

$725

DetroitFrankfurt am Main

DTW - FRA

DTWFRA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 8/24

12:15 pm-2:40 pm

2 stops20h 25m

Frankfurt am Main

Sun 9/7

3:25 pm-8:11 pm

2 stops34h 46m

$761

DetroitFrankfurt am Main

DTW - FRA

DTWFRA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 5/18

9:55 am-7:00 am

2 stops15h 05m

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 5/27

2:20 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop13h 05m

$764

DetroitFrankfurt am Main

DTW - FRA

DTWFRA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 5/14

9:55 am-8:10 am

1 stop16h 15m

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 5/28

9:55 am-3:31 pm

2 stops35h 36m

$787

DetroitFrankfurt am Main

DTW - FRA

DTWFRA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 5/18

7:35 pm-9:50 am

Nonstop8h 15m

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 5/27

11:00 am-2:15 pm

Nonstop9h 15m

$797

DetroitFrankfurt am Main

DTW - FRA

DTWFRA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 8/4

7:50 pm-9:50 am

Nonstop8h 00m

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 9/4

11:00 am-2:20 pm

Nonstop9h 20m

$808

DetroitFrankfurt am Main

DTW - FRA

DTWFRA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 8/29

12:25 pm-8:55 am

1 stop14h 30m

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 9/30

11:00 am-2:20 pm

Nonstop9h 20m

$831

DetroitFrankfurt am Main

DTW - FRA

DTWFRA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 5/12

4:00 pm-6:15 am

Nonstop8h 15m

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 5/22

11:10 am-2:10 pm

Nonstop9h 00m

$837

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The best insider tips for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Frankfurt am Main flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Frankfurt am Main trip
Airports
DTW

Security lines at DTW are usually short, with waits under 15 minutes. Plan accordingly to ensure a smooth departure.

Read more about DTWby Brandon Schultz
FRA

For a quick city transfer, take the train from FRA. S8 or S9 trains reach Frankfurt Hauptbahnhof in about 15 minutes.

Read more about FRAby Blane Bachelor
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Blane Bachelor

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Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

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Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

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Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz is an award-winning food and travel writer based in New York City. His work has appeared in Forbes, AAA, Thrillist, Travel + Leisure, and The Daily Meal, among many others, and he is the author of 6 books, including 3 cookbooks.

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Best time to book a flight from Detroit to Frankfurt am Main

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Frankfurt am Main from Detroit with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Frankfurt am Main

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Detroit to Frankfurt am Main. Price data was last updated on April 18, 2025.

Booking 20 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. 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?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Frankfurt am Main (average of $729). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Frankfurt am Main in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,079). 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 am Main. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 24, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Frankfurt am Main in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 34% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

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

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Frankfurt am Main 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

Explore weekly flight availability from Detroit to Frankfurt am Main. 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 April 24, 2025.

The most flights from DTW to FK0 are scheduled on a Monday (7 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 on average).

Rainfall in Frankfurt am Main by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Frankfurt am Main 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 when rainfall is around 1.6 in.

Temperature in Frankfurt am Main by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Frankfurt am Main, 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 am Main

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Frankfurt am Main. 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 am Main. Reviews last updated April 24, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Detroit to Frankfurt am Main, see what other customers have to say about Delta, Air France and United Airlines. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Air France
7.4
Good
1,442 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,685 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Scandinavian Airlines
7.3
Good
1,344 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

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?

    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW), located 17.3 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Detroit to Frankfurt am Main. 9 airlines have flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Frankfurt am Main on a regular basis. Booking flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Frankfurt am Main should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 7 outbound flights to Frankfurt am Main per day.

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

    Flying on Iberia is currently your cheapest option to Frankfurt am Main, with prices starting at $684. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by American Airlines and British Airways, with the lowest prices starting at $686 and $751, respectively. Iberia is 26% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $356 on Icelandair. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Delta from $358 and Air Canada from $363 one-way.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Frankfurt am Main are KLM (83%), Air France (83%) and Vietnam Airlines (83%).

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Frankfurt am Main? While on average our users pay $1,483, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $488. The most popular route (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Frankfurt am Main), is priced around $448.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Detroit to Frankfurt am Main 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?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Frankfurt am Main (average of $729). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Frankfurt am Main in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,079). 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 9 airlines flying from Detroit to Frankfurt am Main

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Detroit to Frankfurt am Main. 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 April 24, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
IcelandairCheapest$546Average$844FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$582Average$688FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Air FranceCheapest$693Average$1,020FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$702Average$994FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$714Average$1,099FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
KLMCheapest$714Average$978FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$715Average$978FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
LufthansaCheapest$757Average$1,026FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Air CanadaCheapest$824Average$1,076FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%

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