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Cheapest return flight
€637
Typical prices: €692-€883
Scandinavian Airlines
Sat 27/1Sat 24/2
FRA - ATL • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
€762
Typical prices: €705-€900
United Airlines
Wed 21/11Thu 6/12
FRA - ATL • Direct
Advice from real travellers
At Frankfurt Airport, allow over 1 hour if Frankfurt is your transit point.
Choose an airport hotel within 10 minutes of Frankfurt to avoid traffic delays.
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Direct flights
You can fly direct with Delta and Lufthansa. Average duration is 10h 19m
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 82% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 23 weeks in advance save around 21% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 6% price drop
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Cheapest • Avg €566 (return)
Shortest trip • 12h 30m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Frankfurt am Main to Atlanta (FRA-ATL)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Frankfurt to Atlanta

Wed, 27 Jan - Thu, 25 Feb
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10:30 - 18:00FRA  Frankfurt am Main-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
13h 30m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
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19:50 - 14:30ATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-FRA Frankfurt am Main
12h 40m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
€637Scandinavian Airlines
6 hours ago
Sat, 23 Jan - Sat, 1 May
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20:30 - 17:45FRA  Frankfurt am Main-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
27h 15m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
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19:30 - 14:35ATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-FRA Frankfurt am Main
13h 05m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
€640Scandinavian Airlines
1 day ago
Thu, 22 Apr - Fri, 30 Apr
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20:30 - 17:05FRA  Frankfurt am Main-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
26h 35m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
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19:30 - 14:35ATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-FRA Frankfurt am Main
13h 05m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
€648Scandinavian Airlines
2 days ago
Tue, 22 Dec - Wed, 30 Dec
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20:30 - 18:00FRA  Frankfurt am Main-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
27h 30m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
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19:50 - 14:30ATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-FRA Frankfurt am Main
12h 40m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
€649Scandinavian Airlines
3+ days ago
Thu, 29 Apr - Sun, 9 May
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20:30 - 17:05FRA  Frankfurt am Main-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
26h 35m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
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19:30 - 14:35ATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-FRA Frankfurt am Main
13h 05m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
€651Scandinavian Airlines
9 hours ago
Sun, 18 Apr - Wed, 28 Apr
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20:30 - 17:45FRA  Frankfurt am Main-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
27h 15m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
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19:45 - 14:35ATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-FRA Frankfurt am Main
12h 50m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
€660Scandinavian Airlines
2 days ago
Sat, 1 May - Sun, 9 May
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15:20 - 17:05FRA  Frankfurt am Main-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
31h 45m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
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19:30 - 14:35ATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-FRA Frankfurt am Main
13h 05m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
€663Scandinavian Airlines
9 hours ago
Thu, 29 Apr - Mon, 10 May
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20:30 - 17:05FRA  Frankfurt am Main-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
26h 35m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
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19:45 - 14:35ATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-FRA Frankfurt am Main
12h 50m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
€685Scandinavian Airlines
9 hours ago
Sat, 26 Dec - Wed, 30 Dec
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15:15 - 17:45FRA  Frankfurt am Main-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
32h 30m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
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19:50 - 14:30ATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-FRA Frankfurt am Main
12h 40m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
€695Scandinavian Airlines
3+ days ago
Sun, 2 May - Mon, 10 May
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20:30 - 17:45FRA  Frankfurt am Main-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
27h 15m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
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19:45 - 14:35ATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-FRA Frankfurt am Main
12h 50m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
€698Scandinavian Airlines
9 hours ago
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Frankfurt am Main Airport to Atlanta flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Atlanta?

Return flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Atlanta typically range from €692 to €883. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was €637 on Scandinavian Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Atlanta?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Atlanta. It's 3% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 4% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Atlanta?

•November is the cheapest month to fly from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Atlanta at €725 return.
•July (€861) and March (€788) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 18% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Atlanta the cheapest?

Flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Atlanta are cheapest 23 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 21% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Frankfurt am Main Airport to Atlanta flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

€478
Beat the crowds with an average 22% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 24% increase in travellers.
One-way flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Atlanta

When to book flights from Frankfurt to Atlanta

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Frankfurt to Atlanta based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Flights from Frankfurt to Atlanta: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travellers who flew the route from Frankfurt to Atlanta 
weronycaFlew with Lufthansa-Jan 2026
Have longer layover than 1h if Frankfurt is your transit city
WilliamFlew with United Airlines-Jul 2024
If you’re flying from Frankfurt, I recommend getting a hotel that’s within a 10 mins drive of the airport. Traffic gets wild very quickly

Your Frankfurt am Main Airport to Atlanta flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Atlanta?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Atlanta:

    • Earliest: departs at 10:30 and lands at 20:49
    • Latest: departs at 10:40 and lands at 20:59.

    The flight takes about 10h 19m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Atlanta?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Atlanta.

  • How long is a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Atlanta?

    A direct flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Atlanta takes 10h 19m, covering 11,913 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Atlanta?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Frankfurt am Main Airport to Atlanta flight?

    Return flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Atlanta range from €692 to €883, with an average of €774 over the past 12 months. Anything below €692 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Frankfurt am Main Airport to Atlanta flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 20% above the €774 route average. Book 23 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Atlanta?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average €566 return via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW), compared with €788 for direct.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Atlanta?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge €53–€89 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Atlanta?

    The Airbus A330-200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Air France and KLM. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner variants.

  • How are flight departures from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Atlanta spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Frankfurt am Main Airport to Atlanta flights, with 100% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 0%, Evening flights for 0%, and Night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Atlanta changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about €637 to €6,144. That means the highest observed fare was about 10x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Frankfurt am Main Airport to Atlanta flights?

    Four airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Frankfurt am Main Airport to Atlanta flights:

    • Lufthansa
    • KLM
    • Air France
    • Delta

    Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty programme, while others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

  • How are flight prices from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Atlanta looking right now?

    One-way fares from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Atlanta are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about €487, which is 34% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL)?

    Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates averaging €51 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Routes Car & Truck Rentals
    • Europcar
    • Hertz
    • Ace
    • Dollar

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Atlanta?

    Flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Atlanta usually depart from Frankfurt am Main (FRA) and arrive at Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Atlanta?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Atlanta?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Frankfurt am Main Airport to Atlanta route, 19% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 2h 35m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Atlanta pass through?

    One-stop flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Atlanta most commonly connect through:

    • Kastrup Copenhagen (CPH) – 27% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) – 14% of one-stop connections
    • Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl (YUL) – 12% of one-stop connections
    • New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) – 11% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Atlanta?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 7% on flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Atlanta. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at €757 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at €808, a difference of €51.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which airlines fly from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Atlanta?

    2 airlines operate flights between Frankfurt am Main Airport and Atlanta. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

    • Delta
    • Lufthansa

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Atlanta?

    Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 12h 28m, compared to 12h 30m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) and 12h 33m via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD).

  • What is the time difference between Frankfurt am Main Airport and Atlanta?

    Atlanta is 6 hours behind Frankfurt am Main Airport (Eastern Time vs Central European Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Atlanta?

    Georgia World Congress Center is one of the most viewed places in Atlanta on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Frankfurt am Main Airport to Atlanta flights?

    Among airlines operating Frankfurt am Main Airport to Atlanta flights:

    • Lufthansa: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • KLM: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Virgin Atlantic: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • United Airlines: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Frankfurt am Main Airport to Atlanta flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Lufthansa: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • KLM: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • Delta: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Frankfurt am Main Airport to Atlanta flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Thursday flights average €757, about €51 less than Sunday fares (6% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 23 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 21% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Frankfurt am Main Airport to Atlanta trip for November. Fares historically average €725 return in that month – typically €135 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with Delta. Over the past three months, 82% of Delta flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Atlanta arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 81%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 2h 35m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages €566 return on this route – about €222 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport.

    • La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Atlanta Airport North
    • DoubleTree by Hilton Atlanta Airport
    • Sonesta Atlanta Airport South

Prefer to fly direct from Frankfurt am Main to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Frankfurt am Main to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Monday

Delta,Lufthansa

Delta,Lufthansa

Tuesday

Delta,Lufthansa

Delta,Lufthansa

Wednesday

Delta,Lufthansa

Delta,Lufthansa

Thursday

Delta,Lufthansa

Delta,Lufthansa

Friday

Delta,Lufthansa

Delta,Lufthansa

Saturday

Delta,Lufthansa

Delta,Lufthansa

Sunday

Delta,Lufthansa

Delta,Lufthansa

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Direct returns

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson to Frankfurt am Main

Monday

Delta,Lufthansa

Delta,Lufthansa

Tuesday

Delta,Lufthansa

Delta,Lufthansa

Wednesday

Delta,Lufthansa

Delta,Lufthansa

Thursday

Delta,Lufthansa

Delta,Lufthansa

Friday

Delta,Lufthansa

Delta,Lufthansa

Saturday

Delta,Lufthansa

Delta,Lufthansa

Sunday

Delta,Lufthansa

Delta,Lufthansa

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