Fly from Sydney to Frankfurt with Etihad Airways
Book flights from Sydney to Frankfurt to explore one of the most enchanting corners of Germany. Go hiking and cycling – and take in the exceptional art across the largest city in historic Hesse.
Wander from the picturesque, traditional timber houses of the old town into the modern financial district with its towering skyline. Like the city centre and harbour in Sydney, the close contrasts are what makes it special.
SYD to FRA: flight facts
Flying from Sydney to Frankfurt: FAQs
How far is Frankfurt Airport from the city centre?
Frankfurt Airport is around seven miles (12 kilometres) south-west of the city centre.
Jump on a train or bus from the airport and the journey takes around 40 minutes. Taxis are available, or you can arrange a transfer with Etihad to arrive at your next destination in total comfort.
What is the time difference between Sydney and Frankfurt?
Both Frankfurt and Sydney observe Daylight Saving Time, but at different parts of the year. From early October to late March, Frankfurt is ten hours behind Sydney.
That’s followed by a few days where the time difference is nine hours, and then eight hours for the rest of the year, from April to early October.
Top tips for Sydney to Frankfurt
Galleries galore
Sydney art lovers will be fascinated by the Städel Museum – which houses one of the most significant collections in Germany. Discover thousands of paintings, sculptures and drawings, including masterpieces by Rembrandt, Vermeer, Van Eyck, Picasso, Botticelli, Monet and many more.
A 20-minute walk away is Museum für Moderne Kunst, home to 4,500 international pieces.
Marvel at Frankfurt’s striking cityscape
Soak up the magnificence of Frankfurt’s most beautiful buildings – a fusion of contemporary designs and ancient reconstructions. The Römer, for example, is a beautiful three-storey building complex that functioned as Frankfurt’s central city hall for 600 years.
Don’t miss The Tropicarium Greenhouse at Palmengarten, a 140-year-old botanical garden boasting 13,000 subtropical and tropical species.