Condor Terminal at Frankfurt Airport: Check-in and Move to T3

Short answer: Condor flies from Terminal 1 at Frankfurt Airport, and its check-in counters are in departure Hall C (zone 19). Condor plans to move to the new Terminal 3 in summer 2027. Until that switch is confirmed, go to Terminal 1. Lufthansa and Star Alliance airlines also use Terminal 1.

Last updated: 27 October 2026. Checked against Condor's and Fraport's own pages on that date.

Many guides still say Condor flies from Terminal 2, or they list every airline at once. This page is only about Condor at Frankfurt (FRA): where to go, what to do at the airport, and what changes in 2027. For the full list of airlines, see our guide to which terminal your airline uses at Frankfurt Airport.

Which terminal does Condor use at Frankfurt Airport?

Condor uses Terminal 1. Condor's own Frankfurt airport page says the airline currently departs from Terminal 1 (page dated September 2026). Terminal 2 no longer has airlines, so any source that places Condor there is out of date.

Condor flights from other airports, such as Düsseldorf, use different terminals. This guide covers Frankfurt only.

Where is the Condor check-in at Frankfurt Airport?

The Condor counters are in Terminal 1, departure Hall C, zone 19. The Fast Bag Drop machines are in Hall C, zone 18, and Condor lists more machines in Hall B, zone 15, for short- and medium-haul flights. Counter numbers change, so follow the departure boards for the counters open for your flight.

Condor at Frankfurt (October 2026)	What to know
Terminal	Terminal 1
Check-in counters	Departure Hall C, zone 19
Bag-drop machines	Hall C, zone 18; short- and medium-haul also Hall B, zone 15
Evening-before check-in	18:00 to 22:00, for flights the next day up to 14:30
Online check-in	Opens 24 hours before departure
Check-in closes	45 minutes before short- and medium-haul flights, 60 minutes before long-haul
Condor Service Center	Terminal 1, Area C, Level 2 (per Frankfurt Airport)

When does Condor check-in open, and how early should I arrive?

Condor's Frankfurt page does not publish general counter opening times. It tells passengers to watch the departure boards for the counters open for their flight. It advises planning 2.5 to 3 hours before departure for baggage drop, and the same page gives a shorter figure in another place, so treat 2.5 hours as the safe choice.

If you only have hand luggage and have checked in online, Condor says you can go straight to security.

What if I arrive at Frankfurt with Condor?

Condor arrivals are at Terminal 1. After baggage claim and the arrivals hall, you have three ways on:

• Regional trains and S-Bahn: the regional station is on Level 0 of Terminal 1, reached from areas A, B and C. Follow the signs for the train stations (S, T), says Frankfurt Airport.
• Long-distance (ICE) trains: about a 5-minute walk from Terminal 1, following the Terminal 1 signs.
• Pre-booked car: your driver phones or WhatsApps you after landing and meets you just outside the arrivals hall. We do not use name signs, and the driver does not wait inside the hall.

More on how this works is on our Meet and Greet page.

Is Condor moving to Terminal 3?

Yes, that is the plan. Condor and Fraport announced on 27 February 2026 that Condor will move to Terminal 3 in summer 2027. We found no exact date from Condor or Fraport. A trade report from 30 September 2026 quotes an internal Condor letter that mentions mid-April 2027, but that is a single report and not an official date.

Our advice: until your booking or boarding pass says Terminal 3, go to Terminal 1. We will update this page when Condor or Fraport publish the date.

How do you get between Terminal 1 and Terminal 3?

Once Condor has moved, the link is the free SkyLine train. Fraport lists it as running about 4:00 to 23:00 every 2 to 3 minutes, with a shuttle bus at other hours. Terminal 3 has no railway station, so rail passengers change to the SkyLine at Terminal 1. The SkyLine was out of service for a few weeks in summer 2026, so check the airport's current notices. Our guide to changing from Terminal 1 to Terminal 3 has every step.

What about Lufthansa and Star Alliance?

Lufthansa and its Star Alliance partners use Terminal 1, the same terminal as Condor for now. Terminal 1 has the concourses A, B, C and Z and both railway stations. The airlines that used Terminal 2 moved to Terminal 3 in 2026. The list is in our airline-by-airline terminal guide.

Taxi to Terminal 1 for a Condor flight

Trains are cheaper if you travel light and the timing suits. A pre-booked car makes sense for early departures, luggage, children or a late arrival, when you want a fixed price and no waiting. We pick you up at your address and drop you at the Terminal 1 departures level. Tell us you fly Condor, and follow the signs to Hall C inside.

To or from Frankfurt Airport	Fixed price (economy car, from)
Frankfurt city, Messe, Offenbach	€35
Mainz, Darmstadt	€49
Wiesbaden, Bad Homburg	€55

Prices include VAT and are shown before you book. The VW Touran, Mercedes E-Class and Mercedes Vito (up to 7 passengers) are priced when you book. See the Frankfurt Airport transfer page and the Terminal 1 pickup guide for details. We run 24/7 by pre-booking, including night and early-morning flights.

Free cancellation up to 4 hours before pickup; no fee if your flight is cancelled or delayed. Online booking closes 6 hours before pickup. For sooner rides, call or WhatsApp +49 176 55656433. You pay cash to the driver or by card online.

Frequently asked questions

Which terminal does Condor use at Frankfurt Airport?

Condor currently uses Terminal 1 at Frankfurt Airport, with check-in in departure Hall C (zone 19) according to Condor's own airport page (September 2026). Condor plans to move to Terminal 3 in summer 2027. Until the switch is confirmed, go to Terminal 1.

Where is the Condor check-in counter at Frankfurt Airport?

The Condor check-in counters are in Terminal 1, departure Hall C, zone 19. The Fast Bag Drop machines are nearby in Hall C, zone 18. For short- and medium-haul flights, Condor also lists bag-drop machines in Hall B, zone 15. Watch the departure boards for the counters open for your flight.

Is Condor moving to Terminal 3 in Frankfurt?

Yes. Condor and Fraport announced on 27 February 2026 that Condor will move to Terminal 3 in summer 2027. We found no exact official date. A trade report from 30 September 2026 mentions mid-April 2027. Your booking and boarding pass always show the right terminal.

Can I check in at Frankfurt Airport the evening before my Condor flight?

Yes, for flights the next day departing up to 14:30. Condor's Frankfurt page gives evening-before check-in as 18:00 to 22:00. Check Condor's page before you travel, because times and conditions can change. Online check-in opens 24 hours before departure.

Which terminal does Lufthansa use at Frankfurt Airport?

Lufthansa and its Star Alliance partners use Terminal 1, which has concourses A, B, C and Z and both railway stations. Condor is also in Terminal 1 for now. The airlines that used Terminal 2 moved to Terminal 3 in 2026. See our full airline guide for the list.

How do I get from Terminal 1 to Terminal 3 once Condor has moved?

Take the free SkyLine train, which runs about 4:00 to 23:00 every 2 to 3 minutes, according to Fraport. A shuttle bus runs at other hours. Terminal 3 has no railway station, so train passengers change to the SkyLine at Terminal 1. You cannot walk between them.

Can I book a taxi to Terminal 1 for my Condor flight?

Yes. Pre-book a pick-up at your address at a fixed price, for example from €35 from Frankfurt city, €49 from Mainz or Darmstadt, €55 from Wiesbaden. Online booking closes 6 hours before pickup; for sooner rides call or WhatsApp +49 176 55656433.

Sources (checked 27 October 2026)

• Condor, Abflug vom Flughafen Frankfurt (Stand September 2026)
• Fraport, 27 February 2026: Condor zieht ins T3
• Frankfurt Airport: Terminal 3, Traveling by train, Check-in and luggage
• aeroTELEGRAPH, 30 September 2026: Condors Umzug ins T3