Frankfurt to Tokyo Business Class Flights

Frankfurt to Tokyo covers 9,340 km with nonstop flights taking approximately 11 hours 30 minutes. Lufthansa and ANA jointly serve this route as Star Alliance partners, offering multiple daily frequencies between Frankfurt Main and Tokyo’s Narita and Haneda airports. Germany–Japan is one of the strongest business travel corridors in the world, supporting consistent premium cabin demand. Both carriers have invested heavily in their business class products for this route.

Airlines on this route

• Lufthansa — Business class on A340-300 or A350-900, staggered 1-2-1 layout with direct aisle access.
• ANA (All Nippon Airways) — “The Room” business class on 777-300ER, enclosed suite-style seats.

Best time to book

January, February, and October offer the best fares. ANA regularly runs ex-EU fare sales from Frankfurt with round trips from €1,600–€2,200. Lufthansa’s German-origin fares tend to be higher, but connecting via a cheaper European gateway can reduce costs. Avoid Golden Week (late April–May), cherry blossom season (late March–April), and December holidays. Booking 3–5 months ahead on ANA secures optimal pricing.

What to expect

ANA’s “The Room” is the standout product on this route, offering significantly more space and privacy than Lufthansa’s business class seat. Lufthansa compensates with its First Class Terminal at Frankfurt and generally reliable ground product. Both carriers serve multi-course meals with Japanese and Western options. The 11.5-hour flight includes two meal services. Frankfurt Airport’s Lufthansa Business Lounge and Senator Lounge are among Europe’s best. ANA passengers access Star Alliance partner lounges at FRA.

At the destination

Tokyo spans a vast metropolitan area with distinct neighbourhoods, each with its own character. Shibuya and Shinjuku are commercial centres with dense nightlife and shopping, while Asakusa holds the historic Senso-ji temple complex. Tsukiji Outer Market remains essential for Japanese street food, and Akihabara is the hub for electronics and anime culture. Day trips to Kyoto (2h15 by Shinkansen), Hakone’s hot springs, and Kamakura’s Great Buddha are straightforward from Tokyo Station.

Connecting flights from Tokyo

Tokyo Narita and Haneda serve as major connecting hubs for onward business class travel across Asia. ANA operates lie-flat service to Osaka, Seoul Incheon, and Shanghai Pudong with high frequency. Lufthansa’s Star Alliance partners — including ANA and Asiana — provide seamless connections to secondary Asian destinations, making Tokyo an efficient transit point for multi-city business class itineraries from Europe.

FAQ

How much does business class cost from Frankfurt to Tokyo?

Round-trip fares average €3,800–€5,800. ANA sale fares can drop to €1,600–€2,200. Lufthansa typically prices €500–€1,000 above ANA on this route. Ex-EU positioning through cheaper European cities can bring ANA fares below €1,600 during promotions.

Which airline has the best business class from Frankfurt to Tokyo?

ANA’s “The Room” is superior in both hard product and service quality on this route. Lufthansa’s business class is functional but increasingly dated compared to ANA’s suite-style offering. For the ground experience, Lufthansa’s Frankfurt lounges are unmatched in Europe.

Are there direct business class flights from Frankfurt to Tokyo?

Yes. Both Lufthansa and ANA operate daily nonstop flights from Frankfurt to Tokyo. ANA serves Haneda (HND), while Lufthansa flies to both Narita (NRT) and Haneda depending on schedule. Combined, there are typically 3–4 daily nonstop departures.