Direct (nonstop) flights from Dresden to Frankfurt

1 airline flys nonstop from Dresden (DRS) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA). It's 240 miles (386 km), about 1h 5m in the air. Operated by Lufthansa.

DRS
Dresden
🇩🇪 Dresden, Germany
FRA
Frankfurt Airport
🇩🇪 Frankfurt, Germany
Flight Time
1h 5m
Distance
240 mi
386 km
CO₂/pax
44 kg
−55 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Lufthansa
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Lufthansa Lufthansa

Route data last updated: May 31, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Lufthansa LH Lufthansa
Route
DRS → FRA
Flight Time
1h 5m
Distance
240 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Dresden to Frankfurt with one stop · direct emits 44 kg CO₂ per passenger

DRS MUC (Munich) FRA
Leg 1: 55m (211 mi) Leg 2: 1h (186 mi) Total: ~1h 55m 🍃 99 kg CO₂ (+125% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DRS → MUC
55m · 211 mi
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Leg 2
MUC → FRA
1h · 186 mi
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DRS DUS (Dusseldorf) FRA
Leg 1: 1h 10m (304 mi) Leg 2: 50m (116 mi) Total: ~2h 🍃 103 kg CO₂ (+134% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DRS → DUS
1h 10m · 304 mi
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Leg 2
DUS → FRA
50m · 116 mi
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DRS ZRH (Zurich) FRA
Leg 1: 1h 15m (345 mi) Leg 2: 1h 5m (179 mi) Total: ~2h 20m 🍃 122 kg CO₂ (+177% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DRS → ZRH
1h 15m · 345 mi
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Leg 2
ZRH → FRA
1h 5m · 179 mi
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DRS NAP (Naples) FRA
Leg 1: 2h (707 mi) Leg 2: 2h 5m (690 mi) Total: ~4h 5m 🍃 284 kg CO₂ (+545% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DRS → NAP
2h · 707 mi
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Leg 2
NAP → FRA
2h 5m · 690 mi
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DRS OLB (Olbia) FRA
Leg 1: 2h 5m (734 mi) Leg 2: 2h (633 mi) Total: ~4h 5m 🍃 278 kg CO₂ (+532% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DRS → OLB
2h 5m · 734 mi
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Leg 2
OLB → FRA
2h · 633 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Dresden to Frankfurt?

A nonstop flight from Dresden (DRS) to Frankfurt (FRA) takes approximately 1 hours and 5 minutes. The distance is 240 miles (386 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Dresden to Frankfurt?

Just Lufthansa.

Is there a nonstop flight from Dresden to Frankfurt?

Yes. 1 airline: Lufthansa.

How far is Dresden from Frankfurt?

The flight distance from Dresden to Frankfurt is 240 miles (386 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as London to Paris.

What type of aircraft flies from Dresden to Frankfurt?

At 1h 5m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Dresden to Frankfurt?

Roughly 44 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 220 km.

Is the return flight from Frankfurt to Dresden also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Dresden to Frankfurt?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Dresden for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.