$452 Cheap Flights from Houston (IAH) to Frankfurt (FRA)

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Cheap Flights from Houston to Frankfurt (IAH-FRA)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $452 for one-way flights and $509 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

British Airways
Mon, Aug 18 - Wed, Sep 3
IAH
Houston
FRA
Frankfurt
$509 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$509
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Mon, Aug 18 from Houston to Frankfurt, returning Wed, Sep 3, priced at $509 found 3 days ago
British Airways
Sat, Aug 2 - Tue, Aug 26
IAH
Houston
FRA
Frankfurt
$522 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$522
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Sat, Aug 2 from Houston to Frankfurt, returning Tue, Aug 26, priced at $522 found 4 days ago
Iberia
Mon, Aug 18 - Mon, Aug 25
IAH
Houston
FRA
Frankfurt
$538 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$538
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Iberia flight, departing Mon, Aug 18 from Houston to Frankfurt, returning Mon, Aug 25, priced at $538 found 3 days ago
American Airlines
Thu, Aug 21 - Tue, Aug 26
IAH
Houston
FRA
Frankfurt
$543 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$543
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Thu, Aug 21 from Houston to Frankfurt, returning Tue, Aug 26, priced at $543 found 3 days ago
American Airlines
Sat, Nov 1 - Mon, Nov 10
IAH
Houston
FRA
Frankfurt
$544 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$544
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, Nov 1 from Houston to Frankfurt, returning Mon, Nov 10, priced at $544 found 3 days ago
Iberia
Thu, Nov 6 - Thu, Nov 20
IAH
Houston
FRA
Frankfurt
$546 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$546
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Iberia flight, departing Thu, Nov 6 from Houston to Frankfurt, returning Thu, Nov 20, priced at $546 found 4 days ago
Lufthansa
Sun, Aug 3 - Tue, Aug 19
IAH
Houston
FRA
Frankfurt
$743 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$743
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Lufthansa flight, departing Sun, Aug 3 from Houston to Frankfurt, returning Tue, Aug 19, priced at $743 found 2 hours ago
United
Wed, Oct 29 - Fri, Nov 14
IAH
Houston
FRA
Frankfurt
$743 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$743
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, Oct 29 from Houston to Frankfurt, returning Fri, Nov 14, priced at $743 found 2 hours ago
Air Canada
Tue, Aug 12 - Tue, Aug 26
IAH
Houston
FRA
Frankfurt
$743 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$743
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Air Canada flight, departing Tue, Aug 12 from Houston to Frankfurt, returning Tue, Aug 26, priced at $743 found 3 hours ago
Virgin Atlantic
Sun, Aug 10 - Tue, Aug 26
IAH
Houston
FRA
Frankfurt
$758 Roundtrip, found 9 hours ago
$758
Roundtrip
found 9 hours ago
Select Virgin Atlantic flight, departing Sun, Aug 10 from Houston to Frankfurt, returning Tue, Aug 26, priced at $758 found 9 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Houston (IAH) to Frankfurt (FRA)

March is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $467 - $1,687 per traveler.

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Alternative airports near Frankfurt

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

Select flight to Frankfurt Intl. FRA. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city center is 12 minutes. Flights from $1,307
FRA
Frankfurt Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center12 min
Flights from $1,307
Flights from Houston (IAH) to Frankfurt (FRA)
Origin airport
George Bush Intercontinental
Destination airport
Frankfurt Intl.
Airlines serving
Aer Lingus, Air Canada, Air France, American Airlines, Austrian Airlines, British Airways, Brussels Airlines, Delta, Finnair, Iberia, KLM, Lufthansa, Scandinavian Airlines, Swiss International Air Lines, Turkish Airlines, United, Virgin Atlantic
Roundtrip price
$509
Distance
5220 mi
Average flight time
16 hours 47 mins

Houston to Frankfurt Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Houston to Frankfurt

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 Houston to Frankfurt are during the month of August. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Houston to Frankfurt with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Houston to Frankfurt

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Houston to Frankfurt: 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 Houston to Frankfurt

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 Houston to Frankfurt in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $452 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 Houston to Frankfurt 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 Houston to Frankfurt 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 George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA) cost?
Cheap return fares from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA) start at $744. 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 IAH on July 29 2025 and touching down at FRA. The price was last updated on July 10 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from IAH to FRA?
The cheapest flights from IAH to FRA 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 George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA)?
Hop on a nonstop flight with United Airlines and head straight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA).
What is the cheapest airline that flies from IAH to FRA?
Journey from IAH to FRA with United. This airline currently offers the cheapest one-way ticket for this route, starting at $489. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from IAH on August 10 2025. Prices were last updated on July 10 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA)?
On average, George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) only offers 1 direct flight to Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA) per day. To explore more options, try Expedia's easy-to-use filter tool. Enter your dates, then select "1 Stop" or "2+ Stops" to find flights with layovers.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA)?
Flights between IAH and FRA are their busiest at 6 PM. For a less crowded experience and potentially cheaper prices, look for a time outside the usual busy windows.
What day of the week has the most flights from IAH to FRA?
Fly on a Saturday if you're looking for the best choice of flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA).
What is the earliest flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA)?
The first flight of the day leaving George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) is at around 4:30PM UTC-6. Board this plane and you'll reach Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA) at approximately 9:20AM UTC+1. The total travel time is 9h 50m.
How long does it take to fly from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA)?
Flights from IAH to FRA have an average travel time of 9 hours and 50 minutes. The total distance between the two airports is 5,200 mi.
What is the best time to fly from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA)?
To reach Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA) on schedule, pick a flight that takes off from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) before 3 PM. The chance of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this hour.**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 Frankfurt from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)?
Compare your flight options from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA). This is the only airport in Frankfurt you can arrive at if you're taking a direct flight.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA) last-minute?
Holding off until just before your trip to book your flight from IAH to FRA generally means paying more. While you may come across some last-minute deals, there's no guarantee. Keep your travel plans flexible to maximize your chances of snagging a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book an IAH to FRA flight and hotel package?
You'll generally save money by booking an IAH to FRA flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, you could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it's easy to manage it all in one convenient place. After choosing your ideal flights and accommodations, consider adding extras including car rentals, tours and activities.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA)?
Generally, it's possible to reschedule or cancel your IAH to FRA flight. However, if the booking was made more than 24 hours ago, additional charges may apply. Refer to your airline's policies in your itinerary to see what changes are possible and if any costs are involved. You'll also find more details on our Customer Service portal.

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