Frankfurt is the fifth largest city in Germany and the world's leading financial centre. Also, it is the global hub for culture, tourism, education and transport. These factors contribute to the frequent visit of people from across the globe.

If you are planning to visit the city, know all about the airports in Frankfurt. This will ensure that you can easily select the right airport to land in and further navigate to the desired location.

There are several Airport options available that you can use to travel to nearby cities as well faraway destinations. The airports available in the city of Frankfurt are as follows:

Note: The services and other factors keep changing frequently. So, please verify all information before planning your trip.

1. Frankfurt Airport (FRA), Hesse

Frankfurt Airport is Germany's main international airport, opened on 8th July 1936. In addition, it is one of the busiest airports in Frankfurt, the 6th busiest in Europe, and the 13th busiest in the world. It lies 12 km southwest of central Frankfurt and welcomes about 50 million passengers every year to onboard flights. The airport covers an area of 2,300 hectares with four runaways, maintenance facilities and extensive logistics.

• Address: 60547 Frankfurt, Germany
• ICAO Code: EDDF
• IATA Code: FRA
• Category: Both International and Domestic 
• Terminals: There are two terminals for this airport, Terminal 1 and Terminal 2.
  • Terminal 1 is open to Lufhtansa passengers and operates for domestic and international flights.
  • Terminal 2 is for all other international and domestic airlines.
• Operator: Fraport
• Services and Amenities:
  • Business conference lounges
  • ATMs and currency exchanges
  • 24-hour medical clinics
  • Baby-changing facilities
  • Pharmacies
  • Shower facilities

2. Frankfurt-Hahn Airport (HHN), Rhineland-Palatinate

This airport is equidistant from both Luxembourg and Frankfurt, which is about 120 Km by road. It is the tenth-largest passenger airport in Germany, opened in 1993 for commercial operations. Due to their remote location, they can offer cheaper flights and easy-on-pocket services.

• Address: 55483 Lautzenhausen, Germany
• ICAO Code: EDFH
• IATA Code: HHN
• Category: International Airport
• Terminals:
  • Terminal 1 handles arrivals and departures of most airlines.
  • Terminal 2 caters to low-cost carriers, such as Ryanair and Wizz Air.
• Operator: Fraport AG
• Services and Amenities:
  • Wheelchair services
  • Business lounges
  • Shopping centres
  • Currency exchanges
  • Play area for kids

1. Frankfurt Egelsbach Airport (QEF), Hesse

The Frankfurt Egelsbach Airport was opened in the year 1955 with a single grass runway. It is located at the heart of Europe near the Frankfurt International Airport. Over 80,000 airlines in Frankfurt take off and land at this airport, making it one of the busiest airports in this city.

Also, you can board sightseeing flights or helicopters for a mesmerising trip experience with your loved ones.

• Address: Flugplatz, 63329 Egelsbach, Germany
• ICAO Code: EDFE
• IATA Code: QEF
• Category: Domestic Airport
• Operator: Hessische Flugplatz GmbH Egelsbach
• Services and Amenities:
  • Wheelchair services
  • Business lounges
  • Shopping centres