656 km · ~1h 40m
London Heathrow (LHR) to Frankfurt (FRA)
High-frequency LHR-Frankfurt business route. Both BA and Lufthansa operate multiple daily frequencies on short-haul aircraft. Lufthansa offers slightly better short-haul business.
Last updated 2026-05-01
Key facts
- Origin
- London Heathrow (LHR)
- Destination
- Frankfurt (FRA)
- Distance
- 656 km
- Flight time
- ~1h 40m
- Airlines
- British Airways, Lufthansa
- Aircraft types
- Airbus A321, Airbus A320
- Last updated
- 2026-05-01
Aircraft typically flying this route
British Airways — Airbus A321
Share: Most BA frequencies · Cabin: Club Europe
Lufthansa — Airbus A320
Share: Most LH frequencies · Cabin: Short-haul Business
Best business class on this route
Lufthansa for slightly better catering and lounge access at Frankfurt.
Common flight numbers
Frequently asked questions
What plane flies from LHR to FRA?
The London Heathrow–Frankfurt route is operated on Airbus A321, Airbus A320 by British Airways, Lufthansa.
How long is the flight from London Heathrow to Frankfurt?
London Heathrow to Frankfurt is 656 km and takes approximately ~1h 40m.
Which airlines fly LHR to FRA?
British Airways, Lufthansa operate scheduled flights from London Heathrow to Frankfurt.
What is the best business class from LHR to FRA?
Lufthansa for slightly better catering and lounge access at Frankfurt.