Are there direct flights from Detroit to Frankfurt?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 15.9% of flights from Detroit to Frankfurt were direct. For travelers opting for connecting flights, the median number of stopovers was two. While direct options are available, a significant portion of the routes historically involve at least one stop. This means that most travelers should anticipate a journey with connections.

How long is the flight from Detroit to Frankfurt?

The typical direct flight from Detroit to Frankfurt has a median duration of 8 hours and 0 minutes. This route covers an approximate distance of 6679 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median duration increases to 13 hours and 6 minutes. Travelers should factor in these differences when planning their journey, as connecting flights can add significant time to the overall travel experience.

How much do direct flights from Detroit to Frankfurt cost compared to connecting flights?

Historically, direct flights from Detroit to Frankfurt were approximately 20% more expensive than connecting flights. The median price for a direct flight was $909, while connecting flights had a median price of $757. Direct flights accounted for about 16.1% of the available options in the trailing 90 days. This indicates that while direct routes offer convenience, they typically come at a higher cost.

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Detroit to Frankfurt: Overview

Insights for flights from Detroit to Frankfurt

Only 4% of recent fares from Detroit to Frankfurt were classified as a good price. Right now, fares for cheap flights from Detroit to Frankfurt are below the typical level, with new deals appearing almost daily. Prices typically range from $672–$1377, with a median of $882 over the last 90 days.

The cheapest time to fly from Detroit to Frankfurt is typically in January, with a median fare of $576. Other affordable months include March, where the median fare is $617, and February, with a median of $629.

A typical journey from Detroit to Frankfurt takes about 19h 57m, including connections. Most itineraries for this route connect at least once, with the median number of stopovers for connecting flights being 2. Only 15.9% of recent fares were for direct flights from Detroit to Frankfurt.

This route covers a distance of 6679 km, making it a long-haul journey. This means you can expect a significant travel time, often involving multiple connections to reach your destination.

How much is a round trip from Detroit to Frankfurt

Regular price: $713 - $1,462

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Detroit to Frankfurt is $713 to $1462. The current lowest deal is $517 with JetBlue Airways for travel from Nov 8-Nov 23.

now $517

Low $713

High $1,462

The cheapest time to fly from Detroit to Frankfurt

The cheapest month to fly from DTT to FRA is January, with a median price of $576. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $1460. Prices are generally lower from January to July.

January

Cheapest

Flights from $576

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,460

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Direct flights from Detroit to Frankfurt

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Last-minute flights going from Detroit to Frankfurt

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

DTW - Frankfurt

Detroit (DTW) - Frankfurt (FRA)

JetBlue Airways

$1,039

$676

One-way

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

DTW - Frankfurt

Detroit (DTW) - Frankfurt (FRA)

JetBlue Airways

$975

$765

One-way

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

DTW - Frankfurt

Detroit (DTW) - Frankfurt (FRA)

Condor Flugdienst

$1,039

$808

One-way

Sat, Sep 19

⌛ Last-Minute

DTW - Frankfurt

Detroit (DTW) - Frankfurt (FRA)

JetBlue Airways

$975

$728

One-way

Mon, Sep 21

⌛ Last-Minute

DTW - Frankfurt

Detroit (DTW) - Frankfurt (FRA)

JetBlue Airways

$1,024

$777

One-way

Thu, Sep 24

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DTW - Frankfurt

Detroit (DTW) - Frankfurt (FRA)

JetBlue Airways

$1,089

$955

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Detroit to Frankfurt

14 nights

Dec 30 - Jan 13

$1,187 → $786

34%

7 nights

Sep 17 - Sep 24

$1,039 → $676

35%

6 nights

Oct 21 - Oct 27

$921 → $603

35%

4 nights

Nov 19 - Nov 23

$881 → $574

35%

Popular Airports to fly from Detroit to Frankfurt

Detroit - Frankfurt route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Detroit to Frankfurt are below the typical level for this route.

📅 Best time to fly

January offers the lowest median price at $576

Historically, January, March, and February offer the lowest median prices for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Median flight time is 19h 57m

The median flight time from Detroit to Frankfurt is 19 hours and 57 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 15.9% of recent flights are direct, with connecting flights typically having 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

United Airlines offers direct flights

United Airlines has offered direct flights on this route recently.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Deals for flights from Detroit to Frankfurt appear frequently, so check often.

Detroit main airports to depart from

Detroit Metropolitan (DTW)

Cheapest

Detroit Metropolitan offers flights to Frankfurt, providing a convenient departure option for your journey.

📍 ~29 km from Detroit (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$785

Frankfurt main airports to arrive at

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

Cheapest

Frankfurt International Airport is a good option for flights from Detroit to Frankfurt.

📍 ~12 km from Frankfurt (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$611

Airports nearby Frankfurt used as alternative

Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)

Cheapest

Cologne Bonn Airport is a major hub with a wide range of international and domestic flights.

📍 ~135 km from Frankfurt (reachable by high-speed rail)

💸 Flights from ~$698

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Frankfurt

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Detroit to Frankfurt is typically 14-27 days before departure. During this period, the average price was around $728. Booking 0-6 days out saw average prices of $751, while booking 7-13 days out resulted in an average of $766. For travelers planning further ahead, prices for bookings made 60+ days in advance were significantly higher, averaging $1083.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Detroit to Frankfurt was considered to be $672 or less. The median price for this route during the same period was $882. Prices can vary, with 75% of fares historically being $1377 or less. Travelers aiming for a more economical trip should target prices at or below the $672 threshold.

Based on historical data from the trailing 270 days, January is typically the cheapest month to fly from Detroit to Frankfurt, with a median price of $576. March and February also offered competitive prices, with median fares of $617 and $629 respectively. The annual median price for this route was $882, indicating that these months offer notable savings compared to the overall average.

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Detroit to Frankfurt: Overview

Insights for flights from Detroit to Frankfurt

This route covers a distance of 6679 km, making it a long-haul journey. This means you can expect a significant travel time, often involving multiple connections to reach your destination.

How much is a round trip from Detroit to Frankfurt

Regular price: $713 - $1,462

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Detroit to Frankfurt is $713 to $1462. The current lowest deal is $517 with JetBlue Airways for travel from Nov 8-Nov 23.

now $517

Low $713

High $1,462

The cheapest time to fly from Detroit to Frankfurt

The cheapest month to fly from DTT to FRA is January, with a median price of $576. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $1460. Prices are generally lower from January to July.

January

Cheapest

Flights from $576

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,460

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Detroit to Frankfurt

United Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Detroit to Frankfurt

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

DTW - Frankfurt

Detroit (DTW) - Frankfurt (FRA)

JetBlue Airways

$1,039

$676

One-way

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

DTW - Frankfurt

Detroit (DTW) - Frankfurt (FRA)

JetBlue Airways

$975

$765

One-way

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

DTW - Frankfurt

Detroit (DTW) - Frankfurt (FRA)

Condor Flugdienst

$1,039

$808

One-way

Sat, Sep 19

⌛ Last-Minute

DTW - Frankfurt

Detroit (DTW) - Frankfurt (FRA)

JetBlue Airways

$975

$728

One-way

Mon, Sep 21

⌛ Last-Minute

DTW - Frankfurt

Detroit (DTW) - Frankfurt (FRA)

JetBlue Airways

$1,024

$777

One-way

Thu, Sep 24

⌛ Last-Minute

DTW - Frankfurt

Detroit (DTW) - Frankfurt (FRA)

JetBlue Airways

$1,089

$955

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Detroit to Frankfurt

14 nights

Dec 30 - Jan 13

$1,187 → $786

34%

7 nights

Sep 17 - Sep 24

$1,039 → $676

35%

6 nights

Oct 21 - Oct 27

$921 → $603

35%

4 nights

Nov 19 - Nov 23

$881 → $574

35%

Popular Airports to fly from Detroit to Frankfurt

Detroit - Frankfurt route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Detroit to Frankfurt are below the typical level for this route.

📅 Best time to fly

January offers the lowest median price at $576

Historically, January, March, and February offer the lowest median prices for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Median flight time is 19h 57m

The median flight time from Detroit to Frankfurt is 19 hours and 57 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 15.9% of recent flights are direct, with connecting flights typically having 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

United Airlines offers direct flights

United Airlines has offered direct flights on this route recently.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Deals for flights from Detroit to Frankfurt appear frequently, so check often.

Detroit main airports to depart from

Detroit Metropolitan (DTW)

Cheapest

Detroit Metropolitan offers flights to Frankfurt, providing a convenient departure option for your journey.

📍 ~29 km from Detroit (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$785

Frankfurt main airports to arrive at

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

Cheapest

Frankfurt International Airport is a good option for flights from Detroit to Frankfurt.

📍 ~12 km from Frankfurt (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$611

Airports nearby Frankfurt used as alternative

Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)

Cheapest

Cologne Bonn Airport is a major hub with a wide range of international and domestic flights.

Frankfurt, Germany

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$3,839

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Frankfurt

Cheap Flights from Detroit to Frankfurt

Today’s best flight deals from Detroit to Frankfurt

Detroit to Frankfurt: Overview

Insights for flights from Detroit to Frankfurt

How much is a round trip from Detroit to Frankfurt

The cheapest time to fly from Detroit to Frankfurt

Direct flights from Detroit to Frankfurt

Last-minute flights going from Detroit to Frankfurt

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Detroit to Frankfurt

Popular Airports to fly from Detroit to Frankfurt

Detroit - Frankfurt route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

January offers the lowest median price at $576

Median flight time is 19h 57m

Connecting flights are dominant

United Airlines offers direct flights

Deals appear frequently

Detroit main airports to depart from

Frankfurt main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Frankfurt used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Frankfurt

Best Elite deals to Frankfurt

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Frankfurt

When should I buy Detroit to Frankfurt tickets?

What is a good price for a flight from Detroit to Frankfurt?

What's the best month to fly from Detroit to Frankfurt?

Are there direct flights from Detroit to Frankfurt?

How long is the flight from Detroit to Frankfurt?

How much do direct flights from Detroit to Frankfurt cost compared to connecting flights?

Related routes

More routes from Detroit

Flights to Frankfurt from other cities

Detroit to Frankfurt: Overview

Insights for flights from Detroit to Frankfurt

How much is a round trip from Detroit to Frankfurt

The cheapest time to fly from Detroit to Frankfurt

Direct flights from Detroit to Frankfurt

Last-minute flights going from Detroit to Frankfurt

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Detroit to Frankfurt

Popular Airports to fly from Detroit to Frankfurt

Detroit - Frankfurt route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

January offers the lowest median price at $576

Median flight time is 19h 57m

Connecting flights are dominant

United Airlines offers direct flights

Deals appear frequently

Detroit main airports to depart from

Frankfurt main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Frankfurt used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Frankfurt

Best Elite deals to Frankfurt

Dec 30

Dec 30

Dec 30

Dec 30

Dec 30

Dec 23

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Dec 30

Dec 30

Dec 30

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Frankfurt

When should I buy Detroit to Frankfurt tickets?

What is a good price for a flight from Detroit to Frankfurt?

What's the best month to fly from Detroit to Frankfurt?