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Overview: Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main flight
Flights from Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main depart on average 48 times per day, taking around 10h 56m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $435 (€348) if you book in advance.
There are 1 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 01:15, the last at 23:55. The fastest flight covers the distance in 10h 35m. May is the cheapest month to fly.
Average flight duration 10h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price $435 (€348) |
Flights per day 48 |
Direct flights 1 |
Fastest flight 10h 35m |
Cheapest month to travel May |
First flight 01:15 |
Last flight 23:55 |
FAQs: Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main Flight
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Frankfurt am Main, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Flights from Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main generally leave from Johannesburg and arrive in Frankfurt am Main Airport.
Johannesburg is 21.9 km away from Johannesburg city centre and Frankfurt am Main Airport is 18.1 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre.
- Frankfurt Book Fair, the world's largest trade fair for books, featuring authors, publishers, and literary events
- Frankfurt Christmas Market, a traditional market offering festive food, drinks, and crafts
- Museumsuferfest, a cultural festival celebrating the city's museums with exhibitions and performances
- Mainfest, a riverside festival with food stalls, live music, and fireworks celebrating the Main River.
- New Year's Day, a fresh start to the year with celebrations and fireworks
- Easter Monday, a public holiday with family gatherings and springtime activities
- Labour Day, a day off in May that often includes local festivities and outdoor events
- German Unity Day, a national holiday in October celebrating the reunification of Germany with various local events.
Typically, passengers are allowed one carry-on bag and one personal item (for example a purse, laptop bag, or backpack). Personal items must fit under the seat in front of you.
Budget Airlines (like Ryanair or Wizz Air) have stricter size and weight limits, often requiring fees for larger carry-ons. Full-Service Airlines have more lenient policies, sometimes including more spacious dimensions or higher weight limits depending on your ticket class.
popular airports
Popular airports from Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport for up to 4 hours.
- Shops include duty-free, clothing, and souvenir stores, located in both terminals.
- Parking available with short-term parking starting at approximately 1.0€ (ZAR 20) per hour.
- Restaurants are located in both domestic and intertiol terminals, offering fast food, cafes, and sit-down dining like Wimpy and Mugg & Bean.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps, toilets
- Available throughout the airport, including accessible facilities.
- Hotels like the InterContinental Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport within walking distance of the airport.
- Showers are available in some lounges, access may require a fee or membership.
- Lounges available, including the Bidvest Premier Lounge and SAA Voyager Platinum Lounge.
- Lost and Found services are located in the arrivals area.
- Car rental services are available from major providers like Avis, Hertz, and Europcar, located in the Car Rental Center.
- Gautrain, O.R. Tambo Station, 27 km
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops available in both terminals, includes duty-free, Hugo Boss, and electronics stores.
- Parking available at Terminal 1 and Terminal 2, approximately 5€ per hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance.
- Available throughout the airport, including accessible facilities.
- Yes
- Lounges available in both terminals, includes Lufthansa Lounge and Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge.
- Located in Terminal 1, Level 0, Area A.
- Buses: 61, 62, 77
- Metro: S8, S9
- Train: ICE, IC, RE
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