$400 Cheap Flights from Frankfurt (FRA) to Washington (IAD)

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Cheap Flights from Frankfurt to Washington (FRA-IAD)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $400 for one-way flights and $532 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Icelandair
Thu, Jan 8 - Wed, Jan 14
FRA
Frankfurt
IAD
Washington
$532 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$532
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Icelandair flight, departing Thu, Jan 8 from Frankfurt to Washington, returning Wed, Jan 14, priced at $532 found 3 hours ago
Scandinavian Airlines
Wed, Nov 5 - Thu, Nov 13
FRA
Frankfurt
IAD
Washington
$537 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$537
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Scandinavian Airlines flight, departing Wed, Nov 5 from Frankfurt to Washington, returning Thu, Nov 13, priced at $537 found 3 days ago
TAP Portugal
Wed, Oct 8 - Sun, Oct 19
FRA
Frankfurt
IAD
Washington
$545 Roundtrip, just found
$545
Roundtrip
just found
Select TAP Portugal flight, departing Wed, Oct 8 from Frankfurt to Washington, returning Sun, Oct 19, priced at $545 just found
Aer Lingus
Thu, Dec 4 - Mon, Dec 8
FRA
Frankfurt
IAD
Washington
$572 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$572
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Aer Lingus flight, departing Thu, Dec 4 from Frankfurt to Washington, returning Mon, Dec 8, priced at $572 found 8 hours ago
Lufthansa
Thu, Dec 4 - Mon, Dec 8
FRA
Frankfurt
IAD
Washington
$585 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$585
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Lufthansa flight, departing Thu, Dec 4 from Frankfurt to Washington, returning Mon, Dec 8, priced at $585 found 8 hours ago
British Airways
Fri, Feb 13 - Tue, Feb 24
FRA
Frankfurt
IAD
Washington
$587 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$587
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Fri, Feb 13 from Frankfurt to Washington, returning Tue, Feb 24, priced at $587 found 2 hours ago
Swiss International Air Lines
Wed, Oct 8 - Sun, Oct 19
FRA
Frankfurt
IAD
Washington
$590 Roundtrip, just found
$590
Roundtrip
just found
Select Swiss International Air Lines flight, departing Wed, Oct 8 from Frankfurt to Washington, returning Sun, Oct 19, priced at $590 just found
Lufthansa
Thu, Mar 26 - Thu, Apr 30
FRA
Frankfurt
IAD
Washington
$591 Roundtrip, just found
$591
Roundtrip
just found
Select Lufthansa flight, departing Thu, Mar 26 from Frankfurt to Washington, returning Thu, Apr 30, priced at $591 just found
Air Canada
Wed, Nov 19 - Wed, Nov 26
FRA
Frankfurt
IAD
Washington
$595 Roundtrip, found 23 hours ago
$595
Roundtrip
found 23 hours ago
Select Air Canada flight, departing Wed, Nov 19 from Frankfurt to Washington, returning Wed, Nov 26, priced at $595 found 23 hours ago
Austrian Airlines
Wed, Oct 8 - Sun, Oct 19
FRA
Frankfurt
IAD
Washington
$601 Roundtrip, just found
$601
Roundtrip
just found
Select Austrian Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 8 from Frankfurt to Washington, returning Sun, Oct 19, priced at $601 just found

Find the cheapest month to fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Washington (IAD)

October is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $399 - $807 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Alternative airports near Washington

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Ronald Reagan Washington National DCA. Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 8 minutes. Flights from $770
DCA
Ronald Reagan Washington National
Closest
Average driving time to city center8 min
Flights from $770
Flights from Frankfurt (FRA) to Washington (IAD)
Origin airport
Frankfurt Intl.
Destination airport
Washington Dulles Intl.
Airlines serving
Aer Lingus, Air Canada, Air France, American Airlines, Austrian Airlines, British Airways, Brussels Airlines, Delta, ITA Airways, Iberia, Icelandair, KLM, Lufthansa, Royal Air Maroc, Scandinavian Airlines, Swiss International Air Lines, TAP Portugal, Turkish Airlines, United, Virgin Atlantic
Roundtrip price
$531
Distance
4068 mi
Average flight time
2 hours 52 mins

Frankfurt to Washington Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Frankfurt to Washington

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Frankfurt to Washington are during the month of January. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Washington with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Frankfurt to Washington

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Frankfurt to Washington: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Frankfurt to Washington

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Frankfurt to Washington in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $400 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Frankfurt to Washington flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Frankfurt to Washington airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA) to Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) cost?
Book cheap return fares starting from $603 from Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA) to Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD). This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a Lufthansa flight leaving FRA on August 19 2025 and touching down at IAD. The price was last updated on July 23 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from FRA to IAD?
The cheapest flights from FRA to IAD are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA) to Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD)?
You can fly directly from Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA) to Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) on a United Airlines flight.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from FRA to IAD?
With prices starting from $2139 for a one-way flight from FRA to IAD, Lufthansa is currently the cheapest airline for this route. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from FRA on October 18 2025. Prices were last updated on July 23 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA) to Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD)?
When departing from Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA), you'll have your pick from an average of 2 daily direct flights to Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD).
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA) to Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD)?
Flights between FRA and IAD tend to be busiest at 11 AM. If you're after a more relaxed trip and potentially cheaper fares, choose a departure that's outside typical rush times.
What day of the week has the most flights from FRA to IAD?
Saturday offers the most flights from Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA) to Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD). Consider jetting off on this day and you'll have the best chance of finding a departure that fits your schedule.
What is the earliest flight from Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA) to Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD)?
Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA)'s first flight to Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) takes off at approximately 11:30AM UTC+1. With a total flight time of 9h 10m, you'll arrive at around 2:40PM UTC-5.
How long does it take to fly from Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA) to Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD)?
It usually takes 9 hours and 4 minutes to cover the 4,100 mi from FRA to IAD.
What is the best time to fly from Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA) to Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD)?
To avoid potential delays on the Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA) to Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) route, fly before 3 PM. Flights after this time have a 22% higher chance of being canceled.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Washington from Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA)?
Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) is the only airport in Washington with direct flights from Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA). Browse the available options and discover cheap fares on Expedia.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA) to Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) last-minute?
Waiting until just before your trip to book a ticket from FRA to IAD often results in higher prices. While you might find some last-minute deals, there's no guarantee. Be flexible with your travel plans for a better chance of snagging a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book a FRA to IAD flight and hotel package?
Securing a FRA to IAD flight and hotel package tends to be cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the convenience of organizing your travels all in one place. Select from our impressive range of stays and then add activities, flights and car rentals to your booking. Bundle everything together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA) to Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD)?
It's generally possible to cancel or reschedule your FRA to IAD flight. However, if the booking was made more than 24 hours ago, additional fees may apply. Refer to your airline's policies in your itinerary to see what changes are possible and whether any costs are involved. You'll also find further details on our Customer Service portal.

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