The flight distance from Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA) in Phoenix, United States to Frankfurt am Main International Airport (FRA) in Frankfurt am Main, Germany is 9,043 kilometers (5,619 miles / 4,883 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northeast at a heading of 34°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting United States with Germany. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 01:45 in Phoenix, it's 10:45 in Frankfurt am Main. With a 9-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,020 feet between the two airports. Frankfurt am Main International Airport sits lower than Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport.

The return flight from Frankfurt am Main (FRA) to Phoenix (AZA) follows a heading of 313° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA) and Frankfurt am Main International Airport (FRA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.