Lufthansa flights from Istanbul to Frankfurt
Weather by month: Istanbul and Frankfurt
| Month | Istanbul | Frankfurt |
|---|---|---|
| January | 8°C · 86 mm | 3°C · 88 mm |
| February | 4°C · 87 mm | 3°C · 36 mm |
| March | 11°C · 37 mm | 7°C · 20 mm |
| April | 11°C · 50 mm | 12°C · 36 mm |
| May | 18°C · 60 mm | 16°C · 53 mm |
| June | 23°C · 2 mm | 21°C · 82 mm |
| July | 27°C · 0 mm | 20°C · 79 mm |
| August | 25°C · 5 mm | 20°C · 41 mm |
| September | 21°C · 29 mm | 16°C · 110 mm |
| October | 16°C · 142 mm | 11°C · 68 mm |
| November | 15°C · 47 mm | 6°C · 23 mm |
| December | 9°C · 86 mm | 4°C · 20 mm |
Average temperature and total rainfall per month, last full year.
About Lufthansa flights from Istanbul to Frankfurt
Lufthansa operates flights from Istanbul New Airport (IST) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA), covering a distance of 1,871 kilometres. The typical flight time is 3 hours and 25 minutes, and the airline usually flies this route non-stop. This connection serves business travellers, tourists, and passengers transferring through Frankfurt's major hub.
Lowest fares typically appear in November. Cabin baggage is limited to 8 kg with dimensions of 55×40×23 cm; checked baggage is not included in standard fares. Online check-in opens 30 hours before departure and closes 40 minutes before the flight.
Airports on this route
| Departure | Istanbul New Airport (IST) |
|---|---|
| Arrival | Frankfurt Airport (FRA) |
| Flight time | 3 h 25 min (estimated) |
| Distance | 1871 km |
Lufthansa cabin bag: 1 piece, 8 kg (18 lb), 55 × 40 × 23 cm (22 × 16 × 9 in). Checked bag in Economy: not included in the basic fare.
| Item | Allowance | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Cabin bag | 1 piece · 8 kg (18 lb) | 55 × 40 × 23 cm (22 × 16 × 9 in) |
| Personal item | included | 40 × 30 × 10 cm (16 × 12 × 4 in) |
| Checked baggage - Economy | not included | paid option |
| Checked baggage - Economy | 1 piece · 23 kg (51 lb) | included in the fare |
| Checked baggage - Business | 2 pieces · 32 kg (71 lb) | included in the fare |
| Checked baggage - First | 2 pieces · 32 kg (71 lb) | included in the fare |
| Extra bag | from 90 USD | cheaper when added online in advance |
| Overweight fee | from 50 EUR (≈ 58 USD) | per bag above the allowance |
Basic Economy allowance on most routes; premium fares and some destinations get more. Weights are shown in kilograms with pounds in brackets, sizes in centimetres with inches in brackets. Always confirm on the official website before travelling.
Lufthansa online check-in opens 30 h before departure and closes 40 min before departure. Online check-in is free.
| Online check-in opens | 30 h before departure |
|---|---|
| Online check-in closes | 40 min before departure |
| Airport counters close | 40 min before departure |
| Check-in fee | online check-in is free |
| Boarding pass | mobile boarding pass, print at home |
| Mobile app check-in | available |
Times apply to most routes; long-haul, US and some airport-specific deadlines differ. Confirm on the official website before travelling.