The flight distance from Frankfurt am Main International Airport (FRA) in Frankfurt am Main, Germany to Scottsdale Airport (SCF) in Scottsdale, United States is 9,027 kilometers (5,609 miles / 4,874 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northwest at a heading of 313°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 01:40 in Frankfurt am Main, it's 17:40 in Scottsdale. With a 8-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 1,146 feet between the two airports. Scottsdale Airport sits higher than Frankfurt am Main International Airport.

The return flight from Scottsdale (SCF) to Frankfurt am Main (FRA) follows a heading of 34° (northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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