FRA to LHR Route Guide
Frankfurt, Germany → London, United Kingdom
Quick answer
EDDF (Frankfurt, Germany) to EGLL (London, United Kingdom) is a 353 NM (654 km / 406 mi) great-circle route with an initial bearing of 288° (WNW). Typical cruise altitude FL240, expected flight time 1h 36m, common aircraft: Embraer E175, CRJ-700, Bombardier Q400.
Distance
353 NM
654 km / 406 mi
Initial Bearing
288° (WNW)
True heading at departure
Typical Cruise
FL240
24,000 ft
Block Time
1h 36m
Typical jet, no wind correction
Fuel Estimate
2,559 kg
Single-aisle equivalent + reserve
Departure Elevation
364 ft
EDDF
Arrival Elevation
83 ft
EGLL
What aircraft fly this route?
For a 353 NM mission, operators typically deploy:
- Embraer E175
- CRJ-700
- Bombardier Q400
- Cessna Citation CJ3
Weather considerations
Pilots flying FRA-LHR should brief METARs and TAFs at both ends, plus any en-route SIGMETs.
Frequently asked questions
What is the distance between FRA and LHR?
353 nautical miles (654 km / 406 statute miles) great-circle.
How long is the flight from Frankfurt to London?
Approximately 1h 36m block-to-block for a typical commercial jet, depending on aircraft type and winds.
What aircraft typically fly FRA-LHR?
Common types include Embraer E175, CRJ-700, Bombardier Q400, Cessna Citation CJ3 depending on operator and demand.
What altitude do flights cruise at?
Most flights at this distance cruise around FL240 (24,000 ft), though winds and traffic affect filed altitude.
What initial heading is the route?
288° true (WNW). Track varies along the route due to great-circle curvature.
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