How often are flights from New York to Frankfurt am Main delayed?

Weekly flights between New York and Frankfurt am Main historically see delays in approximately 19% of cases , with the average delay over the past year being 136 minutes.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on New York to Frankfurt am Main flights?

Based on our data, Singapore Airlines have experienced the fewest delays on this route in the past 12 months, with only about 8% of their flights encountering any delays.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Statistically, Tuesday is the day of the week with the fewest delays on this flight route, while Thursday has typically experienced more delays than other days.

What is the most punctual flight time for New York to Frankfurt am Main flights?

Typically, flights leaving in the evening tend to face fewer delays, whereas flights at night have historically encountered delays more often.

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PawanFlew with Lufthansa

JFK

FRA

Jan 2026

Food- be specific if you dont want to eat Meat. And the vegetarian choices are really bad. Pack exact 23 KG/ 50 LB or else you have to pay

MichaelFlew with Lufthansa

EWR

FRA

Mar 2025

Get seats in a back, more chances to get empty seat next to you

JuliaFlew with United Airlines

EWR

FRA

Jun 2024

If you are flying out of Terminal B, give yourself plenty of time. There was only one security line for gates 60- and up. Took almost an hour to clear security.

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