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Fraport AG is among the leading groups of companies in the international airport business. With Frankfurt Airport, the company operates one of the world’s most important air transportation hubs. As a full-service provider in the airport management field, Fraport AG is active on four continents through investments and subsidiaries.
General Information
Frankfurt Airport is the busiest in Germany with more than 56 million passengers per year. Over 100 airlines operates from here to destinations all over the world. The airport provides two terminals which are connected via Sky Line and a bus shuttle service. A new runway opened in Oct 2011 and a new pier A Plus for additional six million passengers per year opened in October 2012.
FRA – The intermodal port
FRA is an ideal starting point for trips around Germany and Europe. German Cities can be reached within a short travel time by 180 direct services and due to an seamless linkage of air travel with the German high-speed railway network. Furthermore FRA provides smooth and hassle-free onward connections to European cities like Paris, Amsterdam or Zurich. The long-distance railway station is directly adjacent to Terminal 1. The AIRail Terminal close to this station facilitates intermodal air-rail-travel and check-in for over 40 airlines and allows passengers to use the convenient Rail&Fly product offered by German Rail and sold via the airlines. Frankfurt Airport is just a short ride from the city centre of Frankfurt am Main, which can be reached in around eleven minutes by public transport. Located at the busiest inter-section in Europe, The “Frankfurter Kreuz”, Frankfurt Airport is also easily accessible by road.
Experience Diversity
The Airport Conference Center and many hotels in FRA offer a wide range of meeting facilities. Over 250 shops incl. 25 duty free shops – offer branded goods, fashion and more at attractive prices. Passengers can also treat themselves in the terminals’ cafés and restaurants, which serve up everything from lavish breakfasts and snacks to excellent international cuisine.
Environmental protection
Fraport AG attaches great importance to protecting the environment. Its activities focus on steps to reduce and compensate for pollution caused by aviation.
Barrier-free air travel
FraCare Services GmbH ensures that passengers with disabilities can also enjoy a smooth journey. Please inform the airline at least 48 hours prior to departure.
Airport Management & Consulting
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is one of the world’s most significant air transportation hubs. FRA features the full gamut of processes required at a major international airport. A success story for more than eighty years, Frankfurt Airport reflects Fraport AG’s convincing performance as a full service airport manager and internationally renowned hub operator.
One of the world’s largest airport company, Fraport not only offers the classical services such as airport planning, design, operation, retailing and airport management, but also has expertise in the areas of real estate management, information technology, environmental and safety management.
Gained over many decades, this knowledge and expertise is sought after and recognized around the globe. Via investments, joint ventures and management contracts, Fraport is successfully active at a large number of international airports:
Frankfurt – Germany’s financial capital and Home of the Euro and More
Frankfurt is a leading center for law, accounting, advertising, public relations, trade, transport and logistics, and other business services. The European Central Bank (www.ecb.europa.eu) has its headquarter in Frankfurt and is the home of the Euro. The Frankfurt Stock Exchange, operated by Deutsche Börse AG (www.deutsche-börse.de), is the third largest in the world. International business communities choose the Greater Frankfurt area as their primary location. This includes leading corporations from Europe, North America, and Asia. 12 of the most important international exhibitions as the Frankfurt Book Fair (www.buchmesse.de), the IAA (international car show), the Musikmesse (musical instruments), Light and Building (architecture and technology), Airtec (aerospace supply chain), and ACHEMA (chemicals and biotech) or leading consumer goods fairs as Design Annual (high-end design), Ambiente, Tendence, Hair & Beauty, Christmasworld, Beautyworld, Paperworld are held at Frankfurt’s huge trade fair grounds – the third largest exhibition complex in the world, which is easily accessible via FRA. The Messe Frankfurt (www.messefrankfurt.com) held 91 trade fairs worldwide for more than 63,400 exhibitors and 3.85 million visitors.
Meeting at the Airport
Airport Conference Center (ACC) is located in the Frankfurt Airport Center (FAC1) and is directly linked to Terminal 1. The ACC offers air-conditioned rooms with natural daylight and modern décor.
Information & contact:
acc-reservierung@fraport.de
www.acc-frankfurt.com
Phone +49 69 69070500
Hotels and conference rooms
There are several hotels covering all budgets in the Frankfurt Airport vicinity for tourists and business travelers:
Hilton Hotel
5 star, 248 rooms, contact: +49-69 26012000
Hilton Garden Inn
4 star, 334 rooms, contact: +49 69 51709261
InterCityHotel Frankfurt-Airport
4 star, 360 rooms, 14 conference rooms, 2 auditoriums
contact: +49 69 697099, fax: +49 69 69709444
MEININGER Hotel Frankfurt Airport
3 star,168 rooms
contact: +49 69 95 79 79 65
Park Inn Frankfurt Airport
3 star, 209 rooms,4 Conference rooms
contact: +49 69 900276-0, fax +49 69 900276-10
Sheraton Frankfurt Hotels & Towers
5 star, 1,008 rooms
contact: +49 69 69770, fax +49 69 772209
Steigenberger Airport Hotel
5 star, 550 rooms
contact: +49 69 69750, fax +49 69 752505
Information & contact:
www.airport-travelnet.com
www.intercityhotel.com
www.hilton.de
www.meininger.de
www.parkinn.de
www.sheraton.com
www.steigenberger.com
Wellness & Beauty
BeRelax is located in Terminal 2, Area D and Area E, after security control airside. Soothing massages, cosmetic treatments and a bar with oxygen for healthy skin instead of cocktails: a full program to help travelers unwind. Open daily from 7 am–10 pm.
Medical Care
The Airport Clinic in Terminal 1, between Areas B and C (Arrival level) offers first aid and medical services and is open daily 24 hours.
Contact:
Phone +49 69 69066767
med-aufnahme@fraport.de
Pharmacies
Terminal 1, Area B (Level 2) and Terminal 2, Area D/E (Level 3). Open daily from 7 am – 10 pm.
Services
Baggage carts
Baggage carts are located near the check-in counters, baggage claim, Terminal forecourts and parking garages. Users will be required to pay a two euro deposit.
Baggage storage facilities
Terminal 1 (Level 1): Arrivals Hall B (open 24 hours), and Departures Hall (Level 2) B/C (open 6 am –10 pm)
Terminal 2 (Level 2): Hall D, Arrivals Hall (open 6 am –10 pm)
Car rental
All major car rental companies have desks in Terminal 1 and Terminal 2.
Dry cleaning
Terminal 1, Area C, (Level 0). Offers several additional services such as shoe and luggage repairs. Opening hours from Monday – Friday: 7 am – 8 pm; Saturday – Sunday: 9 am – 5 pm.
Hotel Reservations: “Hotel & Tours” at the Welcome Center,Terminal 1, Area B, Arrivals
Hotel and tour bookings for long-term bookings or after arrival, limousine service, telephone cards, Frankfurt Card. More information: +49 69 69070402 or by email: hotelservice@fraport.de.
Lounges at Frankfurt Airport
Several airline lounges for Business travelers are available in Terminal 1 and 2. Passengers of all airlines are welcome to relax at two Frankfurt Airport Lounges: Sky Lounge in Terminal 2 and LuxxLounge in Terminal 1. Daily or hourly charges apply.
For more information please visit www.frankfurt-airport.com
Showers
Showers are located throughout the terminals opened 24 hours a day.
Information: www.airport-frankfurt.com
VIP Service
Whether you’re arriving, departing or changing planes and regardless of the class of travel or airline you are flying.
Contact:
Phone +49 69 69070325
Fax +49 69 69070369
vip-services@fraport.de
Travelling with ease
Hand baggage rules
Airlines may enforce restrictions on the size and number of cabin bags.
Please contact the relevant airline for further information.
Only limited quantities of liquids may be carried through airport security into the departure area. This includes bottled drinks, suntang lotion, fragrances, cosmetics and toiletries.
For more information on these restrictions please visit our homepage
www.frankfurt-airport.com
Customs allowance
Passengers arriving from non-EU countries can enter Germany without paying duty, but only concerning products for personal use or consumption or as gifts. There are limits on the permitted quantities and values (e.g., alcohol concentrations) and goods exceeding regulated quantities need to be declared at the local customs office.
For further information please visit www.frankfurt-airport.com
Arriving in Frankfurt
Travel documents should be checked well in advance to make sure that they are still valid. Passports and IDs must not expire during the visit to Germany. Citizens of a country that has not joined the Schengen Treaty need find out in time whether they require a visa for Germany.
For further information: www.frankfurt-airport.com or by email: info@visumservice.de
Frankfurt Airport City – Enjoy your stay
Welcome to an International Hotspot of Shopping Enjoyment!
Customers can explore the numerous restaurants and bars located throughout the two terminals. This one-of-a-kind universe of shopping and experience is open daily for passengers and visitors – seven days a week, 365 days a year. For further information: www.frankfurt-airport.com
Frankfurt Airport – Well-prepared for the future
Facts and figures about FRA
Airport Expansion
In order to ensure FRA’s position as one of the leading hubs worldwide, FRA has started a countdown for more capacity. Examples include:
For more information visit www.frankfurt-airport.com
Airport Tours & Visitors’ Terrace
Information or bookings:
Phone +49 69 69070291
Email: rundfahrten@fraport.de
Website: www.sightseeingtours.frankfurt-airport.de
You can enjoy an impressive panoramic view of the apron from our Visitors’ Terrace. Opening hours: Monday to Sunday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., from April to November. Tickets for an airport tour include admission to the Visitors’ Terrace on the designated day.
Parking areas for charter busses
Bus pick-up and drop-off areas for travel groups
Information & contact:
Phone: +49 69 69088888
Fax: +49 69 69059381
E-Mail: parken@fraport.de
Before Traveling
Physically challenged passengers and passengers with reduced mobility who require assistance at the airport are asked to request it in advance:
This advance notice lets us notify the Passenger Support Service in good time. For security reasons, it is not possible for passengers to directly contact the Passenger Support Service. For further information concerning departure and arrival at Frankfurt Airport please contact www.frankfurt-airport.com --> Barrier-Free Travel.
If you are taking your own wheelchair with you, you must report it in advance to the airline and indicate its measurements (height, width and weight).
At the Airport
On the day of your departure, go as usual to your airline’s check-in counters or to one of the Help Points for the Passenger Support Service which can be found throughout the terminals. Personnel at one of our informations desks will be happy to help. More information and brochures for Download: www.frankfurt-airport.com --> Barrier-Free Travel
Porter & Escort Service
Regardless of which airline you use, you can book a porter or escort at Frankfurt Airport. The porter service helps you get luggage to the check-in desk. The escort service is available for a fee in the public and transit areas of the airport. Both services must be booked in advance.
AHS Aviation Handling Services
Phone +49 69 69021359
email: fraservices@ahs-de.com
Securitas Flugverkehr Services GmbH
Phone +49 69-690 22999
email: fra@securitas24.de
There is a great variety of different attractions in the Greater Frankfurt area (www.frankfurt-rhein-main.de)
Different nearby destinations can be visited from Frankfurt, e.g.:
Responsibility for the Future
Fraport believes that sustainability entails structuring the future with responsibility. The group vision of Fraport AG describes the way the group herself and outlines the ideal vision for the future development trajectory of the company. Sustainable economic development has been a key element of Fraport group vision for many years. The principles defined there provide the platform for developing a specific sustainability strategy.
Fraport wants to safeguard and multiply the opportunities of future generations through its sustainable, commercial success and retain the natural foundations for life. As an airport operator, Fraport is aware of its special responsibility for ecological, commercial and social corporate management. Wealth creation, performance and sustainability are equivalent corporate objectives for the whole Fraport group.
Brochures
The brochure “Airport Guide” and many other flyers for passenger orientation are available at all information desks throughout the terminals and are free of charge.
The brochure "Transfer Guide" is published in various languages and gives orientation and suggestions for transferring smoothly at the airport. It is available at the information sources throughout the terminals and is free of charge or please feel free to download the brochure under www.frankfurt-airport.com beforehand.
Internet/WLAN
8 new Internet service points were opened and 30 minutes WLAN are free of charge at the airport. The FRA-App - download free of charge - offers quick orientation and information.
Fraport Communication Center
Phone: +49 1805-FRAINFO (3724636)
EUR 0.14 per minute from German landlines; prices for mobile phone calls vary
Internet: www.frankfurt-airport.com
Information sources at the airport
Meeting Point
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Further information and contact:
Fraport AG
Susanne D. Schick
Senior Manager Sales
FBA-KV
60547 Frankfurt
E-Mail: info@fraport.de
Fraport Communication Center:
EUR 0.14 per minute from German landlines.
Prices for mobile phone calls vary.