New York to Frankfurt flights – the most comfortable way to fly
3 airlines fly nonstop between New York and Frankfurt, about 26 flights a week. The flight takes 8h 15m and covers 6,189 km. The most comfortable economy seat is on Lufthansa's Airbus A350-900. Lie-flat business class is available.
Most comfortable economy
- 31″ legroom
- 18.0″ wide seat
- Cabin altitude 6,000 ft
- Wi-Fi
- Power
- Seat-back screen
Most comfortable business
- Lie-flat bed (78″)
- 21.0″ wide seat
- Direct aisle access
- Cabin altitude 6,000 ft
- Wi-Fi
- Power
- Seat-back screen
Nonstop flights from New York to Frankfurt
| Flight | Departs | Duration | Aircraft | Economy | Business | Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United UA54 EWR → FRA |
10:50 | 8h 15m | 787-10 Dreamliner Wide-body |
6.5Comfortable | 8.8Superb | MTWTFSS |
| Lufthansa LH137 EWR → FRA |
11:05 | 8h 15m | 777-300ER Wide-body |
6.3Comfortable | 8.0Very comfortable | MTWTFSS |
| American Airlines AA168 JFK → FRA |
19:10 | 8h 15m | 787-9 Dreamliner Wide-body |
6.5Comfortable | 8.8Superb | MTWTFSS |
| Lufthansa LH40 JFK → FRA |
19:15 | 8h 15m | A350-900 Wide-body |
6.8Comfortable | 8.9Superb | MTWTFSS |
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from New York to Frankfurt?
A nonstop flight from New York to Frankfurt takes about 8 h 15 min and covers 6,189 km.
Which airlines fly nonstop from New York to Frankfurt?
American Airlines, Lufthansa, and United fly nonstop, with about 26 flights a week.
What is the most comfortable economy seat from New York to Frankfurt?
Lufthansa on the Airbus A350-900: 3-3-3 layout, 31″ legroom and 18.0″ wide seats – comfort score 6.8/10 (comfortable).
Is there lie-flat business class from New York to Frankfurt?
Yes. The most comfortable is Lufthansa's lie-flat, direct aisle access on the Airbus A350-900 (1-2-1), comfort score 8.9/10.
Can I fly with my dog from New York to Frankfurt?
Yes – American Airlines, Lufthansa, and United take small dogs in the cabin (usually up to 8 kg including the bag).
Is business class worth it from New York to Frankfurt?
Business is a lie-flat bed with aisle access for about 361% more than economy on Lufthansa – SkyBuddy's upgrade score: 5.1/10 (maybe).
Which aircraft fly from New York to Frankfurt?
Boeing 777-300ER, Airbus A350-900, Boeing 787-10 Dreamliner, and Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner. Choose a wide-body for a quieter, roomier cabin.
Schedules, seat details and fares are indicative estimates from SkyBuddy's airline model. Check the live price before you book.