The flight distance from Frankfurt am Main International Airport (FRA) in Frankfurt am Main, Germany to Lake Tahoe Airport (TVL) in South Lake Tahoe, United States is 8,922 kilometers (5,544 miles / 4,817 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northwest at a heading of 322°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

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 21:54 in Frankfurt am Main, it's 12:54 in South Lake Tahoe. 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 5,904 feet between the two airports. Lake Tahoe Airport sits higher than Frankfurt am Main International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from South Lake Tahoe (TVL) to Frankfurt am Main (FRA) follows a heading of 31° (north 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 Lake Tahoe Airport (TVL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.