Travelling from Frankfurt to Incheon International Airport (ICN): what you need to know
There are two main airports to choose from in Frankfurt. Explore your options departing from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) or Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN) when planning your flight from Frankfurt to Incheon International Airport (ICN).
Expect to be travelling for 11 hours 34 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct flight from Frankfurt to Incheon International Airport.
The timezone in Seoul is UTC+9, which is 8 hours ahead of Frankfurt. Incheon International Airport is located in Seoul.
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Incheon International Airport (ICN) is the most popular route. There are 27 direct flights a week to pick from. If you have things to do before heading off, take the last flight with Korean Air at 19:40. Choose the first FRA to ICN departure with Lufthansa at 15:15 if you want to get going earlier.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your flight from Frankfurt to ICN.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Frankfurt to Incheon International Airport (ICN) leave from this terminal.
Well-known carriers that offer direct flights from Frankfurt to Incheon International Airport departing FRA include:
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from Frankfurt to ICN. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Frankfurt Airport (FRA). Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) Airport (LAS)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
FRA is roughly 14 kilometres from the centre of Frankfurt. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This handy traveller tool will show you the best route and available public transport options.
Booked an early flight from Frankfurt to Incheon International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to Frankfurt Airport:
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN) operates direct flights from Frankfurt to Incheon International Airport (ICN).
You have a choice of airlines that have direct flights from Frankfurt to ICN departing from HHN. Set off with any of these carriers and travel straight to your destination:
Break up your flight from Frankfurt to Incheon International Airport with a stop so you can recharge or tick another place off your list. Popular stopovers between Frankfurt - Hahn Airport and ICN are:
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
On public transport, you can travel from central Frankfurt to HHN in about 2 hours and 40 minutes. The terminal is roughly 121 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 1 hour and 32 minutes.
It's your holiday, so why not book an extra night away from home? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Frankfurt - Hahn Airport the day before your flight from Frankfurt to ICN:
About Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Book a hotel near ICN if you're taking a late flight from Frankfurt to Incheon International Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Incheon International Airport (ICN) to central Seoul
Incheon International Airport is approximately 48 kilometres from central Seoul. How long it'll take to get there by car rental or cab depends on the time of day. Do some research beforehand.
Travelling by public transport takes around 1 hour and 44 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Incheon International Airport (ICN)
P18,192 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Frankfurt to Incheon International Airport. Return flights start from P29,962. Fares are subject to availability and may change at any time.
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May is the cheapest month for tickets from Frankfurt to Incheon International Airport. If you want to travel at a different time of year, use the 'Whole month' search feature to see the lowest prices for every month.
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The best time to fly from Frankfurt to Incheon International Airport (ICN)
April is the quietest time of year to travel to Seoul. Alternatively, join the crowds and take your trip in July. This is the busiest month for flights from Frankfurt to Incheon International Airport, but the best time to go is your call.
Book your flight from Frankfurt to ICN for August if you're eager to head to the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Seoul to range from 19ºC to 32ºC.
For cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from Frankfurt to Incheon International Airport in January when temperatures average between -12ºC and 4ºC.
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Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Gyeongbokgung Palace, Bukchon Hanok Village and N Seoul Tower are essential stops on your Seoul itinerary.
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