What can I do with a 6 hour layover in Frankfurt?

Sure you can visit the city. The very center is just 15 minutes away by train, trains run every 15 minutes from the airport. Then backtrack through the park to Alte Oper, the beautiful old opera house. From there keep to the right and walk down the pedestrian zone.



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If you do not require a visa to visit the Schengen Area then you will be free to leave the Frankfurt Airport during a layover. If you are a citizen who does require a Schengen Area visa then you will only be permitted to leave the airport if you are in possession of that visa.

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You go through customs at that time. Immigration in Frankfurt has a German efficiency so you should be good. Customs is irrelevant unless you have something to declare. It's immigration you have to worry about, and it can be fast or slow.

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Leaving the airport during an international layover is possible but can be more complicated. Depending on the layover country, layover flight rules may require you to secure a visa before being allowed to venture out of the airport.

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A five-hour daytime layover will give you sufficient time to travel to the city centre and spend a couple of hours wandering around Frankfurt's medieval old town and along the river before heading back to the airport.

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Is Frankfurt worth visiting? If Frankfurt is not yet on your radar it should be! Frankfurt is home to the most impressive skyline in Germany as well as world-renowned museums, galleries, historical cathedrals along with stunning views. It is a food lovers dream and there is such an incredible vibe in the city.

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Yes, Frankfurt is a very walkable city. The city center is compact and easy to navigate on foot, with many pedestrian-only streets and plenty of parks and green spaces. The city also has an extensive public transportation system, including trams, buses, and the U-Bahn, which makes it easy to get around without a car.

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If your layover is short, it's generally not recommended to leave the airport. Leaving the airport during a short layover can be risky, as you may not have enough time to return to the airport before your next flight. This could result in missing your connecting flight and potentially having to purchase a new ticket.

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Lufthansa and all its partners are located under one roof in Terminal 1 and at Pier A, which has been built exclusively for Lufthansa. Both terminals are only a few minutes away from each other by shuttle bus or by the 'SkyLine' elevated railway.

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The Frankfurt Airport has a Sheraton Hotel connected to it by walkway. It is outside the flight secured area. Have stayed there before during long layovers.

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It all depends where the layover is. In a minor airport on a domestic flight it may well be enough, but if it's a major international airport the answer is generally NO.

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For passengers arriving on international flights: The average wait time for customs clearance at Frankfurt Airport is around 30-45 minutes. However, this can vary depending on the time of day and the volume of passengers being processed.

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Frankfurt Airport has multiple shower options for you to choose from. You can use the public showers which can be found in both terminals. Find them at: Terminal 1 A, level 2, near Gate A 50.

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How long does a layover need to be to leave the airport? Because layovers are your choice, you can leave whenever you like, but seasoned travelers, including McGee, seldom leave airports for less than six hours. After all, airports themselves aren't usually in bustling, interesting areas.

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What to see in Frankfurt
  • Explore Römer Square. This square is old and beautiful. ...
  • Walk across the Iron Bridge. This bridge is famous in Frankfurt. ...
  • Stroll along the Main River. ...
  • Visit the Old St Nicholas Church. ...
  • Have a beer on the square. ...
  • Bitter & Zart. ...
  • Afpelwien. ...
  • Afpelwien Klaus.


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What to do during a long layover
  1. Escape the airport on your own to explore the city.
  2. Take an organized tour of the city.
  3. Book yourself into a transfer hotel.
  4. Try out the local cuisine.
  5. Indulge in the comfort food you've been avoiding.
  6. Take a shower.
  7. Phone a friend.
  8. Find a meditation room.


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For connecting domestic flights, you almost never have to exit and reenter security, though there are some exceptions at airports where the terminals aren't all connected. For domestic-to-international connection, it's still pretty rare that you have to exit and reenter security, even if you're changing terminals.

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While skiplagging isn't illegal, American Airlines filed a civil lawsuit earlier this month against Skiplagged.com, accusing the company of unauthorized and deceptive ticketing practices and tricking customers into believing they've gained access to a secret loophole.

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Here's a quick answer: Airlines will automatically transfer checked bags to your next flight during a layover. You do not need to collect and re-check bags at each stop.

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