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FRA — Lufthansa Hub

Frankfurt Main Airport, Germany

Frankfurt Airport is Lufthansa's primary intercontinental hub and Europe's second-busiest airport. Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 together with Lufthansa's extensive wave system provide one of Europe's most efficient short-connect structures, with a 45-minute MCT.

420
Routes
235
Destinations
1100
Daily Flights
90min
Avg Connection

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is Frankfurt Airport (FRA) a major airline hub?
Frankfurt Airport serves as the primary hub for Lufthansa, operating 489 routes with approximately 1,300 daily flights. Its strategic location makes it an ideal connecting point for routing passengers efficiently across the airline network.
Which airlines use Frankfurt Airport (FRA) as a hub?
Lufthansa is the primary hub operator at FRA, with CL, EW, 4Y also maintaining significant operations. Together these carriers provide comprehensive domestic and international connectivity from the airport.
How many destinations are served from FRA?
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) serves approximately 250 destinations across 489 routes. With around 1,300 daily departures, it ranks as the world's busiest hub airport for airline connectivity.
What is the minimum connection time at FRA?
The minimum connecting time (MCT) at Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is approximately 45 minutes for domestic connections. Lufthansa designs its flight banks around this timing to maximize connecting opportunities for passengers transiting through the hub.