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$288+ Cheap flights from Frankfurt am Main to California

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 3/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
FRA — LAX
Feb 14 — Feb 211
Sat 2/14
Sat 2/21
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Frankfurt am Main to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Frankfurt am Main to California flight deals. Data was last updated January 15, 2026.

Round-trip from

$576
(Billigflug)

One-way from

$288
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$821
From Frankfurt am Main to California
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Cheapest flights from Frankfurt am Main to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Frankfurt am Main to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 15, 2026.

This Billigflug deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Billigflug is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/87:25 am
FRA
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SJC
2 stops39h 11m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 2/1611:01 am
SJC
-
FRA
2 stops22h 09m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/15$576
This Finnair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Finnair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/217:20 pm
FRA
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SJC
2 stops35h 40m
Finnair
Sat 5/26:00 am
SJC
-
FRA
1 stop17h 45m
Finnair
Deal found 1/14$579
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/710:50 am
FRA
-
SJC
2 stops19h 40m
American Airlines
Tue 3/2411:01 am
SJC
-
FRA
2 stops19h 09m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/15$581
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/510:15 am
FRA
-
SJC
2 stops21h 55m
American Airlines
Wed 2/182:07 pm
SJC
-
FRA
2 stops17h 33m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/14$582
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/1910:15 am
FRA
-
SJC
1 stop20h 15m
British Airways
Mon 2/232:07 pm
SJC
-
FRA
2 stops22h 48m
British Airways
Deal found 1/14$583
This Flighttix deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Flighttix is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/510:15 am
FRA
-
SJC
2 stops20h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 2/186:00 am
SJC
-
FRA
1 stop16h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/15$584
This Flysmarter deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Flysmarter is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/2810:15 am
FRA
-
SJC
1 stop20h 15m
British Airways
Sat 3/76:00 am
SJC
-
FRA
1 stop16h 15m
British Airways
Deal found 1/14$585
This Flighttix deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Flighttix is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 1/2110:15 am
FRA
-
SJC
2 stops20h 14m
British Airways
Wed 2/112:32 pm
SJC
-
FRA
1 stop31h 43m
British Airways
Deal found 1/14$590
This Flysmarter deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Flysmarter is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/17:25 am
FRA
-
SJC
2 stops23h 05m
British Airways
Sun 3/86:00 am
SJC
-
FRA
1 stop17h 15m
British Airways
Deal found 1/15$595
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/711:15 pm
HHN
-
LAX
2 stops27h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 2/197:50 pm
LAX
-
HHN
1 stop35h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/15$596
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/2510:30 am
FRA
-
LAX
1 stop18h 50m
LOT
Tue 3/175:15 pm
LAX
-
FRA
1 stop17h 40m
LOT
Deal found 1/14$596
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/1110:30 am
FRA
-
LAX
1 stop18h 50m
LOT
Tue 2/174:15 pm
LAX
-
FRA
1 stop17h 40m
LOT
Deal found 1/15$597

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Frankfurt am Main to California that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 15, 2026.
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Frankfurt am MainSan Jose

FRA - SJC

FRASJC

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 4/21

7:20 pm-10:00 pm

2 stops35h 40m

San Jose

Sat 5/2

6:00 am-8:45 am

1 stop17h 45m

$579

Frankfurt am MainSan Jose

FRA - SJC

FRASJC

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 2/5

10:15 am-9:29 pm

2 stops20h 14m

San Jose

Wed 2/18

6:00 am-7:15 am

1 stop16h 15m

$584

Frankfurt am MainSan Jose

FRA - SJC

FRASJC

Frankfurt am Main

Sat 2/28

10:15 am-9:30 pm

1 stop20h 15m

San Jose

Sat 3/7

6:00 am-7:15 am

1 stop16h 15m

$585

Frankfurt am MainSan Jose

FRA - SJC

FRASJC

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 4/13

10:55 am-12:06 pm

2 stops34h 11m

San Jose

Fri 4/24

2:02 pm-7:20 am

2 stops32h 18m

$588

Frankfurt am MainSan Jose

FRA - SJC

FRASJC

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 2/19

10:15 am-9:30 pm

1 stop20h 15m

San Jose

Mon 2/23

11:01 am-7:15 am

1 stop35h 14m

$592

Frankfurt am MainSan Jose

FRA - SJC

FRASJC

Frankfurt am Main

Sat 3/7

10:15 am-9:30 pm

1 stop20h 15m

San Jose

Tue 3/24

6:00 am-7:15 am

1 stop17h 15m

$592

Frankfurt am MainSan Jose

FRA - SJC

FRASJC

Frankfurt am Main

Sat 3/7

10:15 am-9:11 am

1 stop31h 56m

San Jose

Sun 3/22

6:00 am-7:15 am

1 stop17h 15m

$592

Frankfurt am MainLos Angeles

HHN - LAX

HHNLAX

Frankfurt-Hahn

Sat 2/7

11:10 am-6:10 pm

1 stop40h 00m

Los Angeles

Tue 2/17

7:50 pm-3:15 pm

1 stop34h 25m

$610

Frankfurt am MainSan Jose

FRA - SJC

FRASJC

Frankfurt am Main

Sat 2/28

10:50 am-10:11 am

2 stops32h 21m

San Jose

Sat 3/7

4:20 pm-7:15 am

2 stops29h 55m

$611

Frankfurt am MainSan Jose

FRA - SJC

FRASJC

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 2/10

7:20 pm-9:29 pm

2 stops35h 09m

San Jose

Fri 2/20

6:00 am-7:15 am

1 stop16h 15m

$613

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Best time to book a flight from Frankfurt am Main to California

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Frankfurt am Main to California

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Frankfurt am Main to California?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Frankfurt am Main to California (average of $444). Flying from Frankfurt am Main to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $609). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from FRA to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Frankfurt am Main to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 15, 2026.

When flying from Frankfurt am Main to California, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from Frankfurt am Main to California

Explore weekly flight availability from Frankfurt am Main to California. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated January 15, 2026.

The most flights from FK0 to USCA are scheduled on a Monday (5 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to California. Reviews last updated January 15, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, United Airlines, and Lufthansa from Frankfurt am Main to California by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,049 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Delta
7.9
Good
8,049 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,049 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,164 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,049 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,717 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,049 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,676 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,049 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Condor
6.4
Okay
398 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,049 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Frankfurt am Main to California?

    For as low as $647, Finnair can have you in California from Frankfurt am Main in 19h 41m. The distance between Frankfurt am Main and California is about 5771 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Frankfurt am Main to California one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Condor. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $370. Users have also found prices from $414 and $417 on TAP AIR PORTUGAL and British Airways, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Frankfurt am Main to California?

    The most popular flight routes from Frankfurt am Main to California are Frankfurt am Main - Los Angeles, Frankfurt am Main - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl and Frankfurt am Main - San Francisco.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Frankfurt am Main to California?

    Consider Austrian Airlines (51%), United Airlines (51%) or Air New Zealand (51%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Frankfurt am Main to California.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Frankfurt am Main to California?

    On average you can expect to pay $2,051 for a flight from Frankfurt am Main to California. The cheapest flight overall is $724 while the most popular route, (Frankfurt am Main - Los Angeles) is currently priced at $451.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Frankfurt am Main to California that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Frankfurt am Main to California flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Frankfurt am Main to California?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Frankfurt am Main to California.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Frankfurt am Main to California?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Frankfurt am Main to California by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Frankfurt am Main to California?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Frankfurt am Main to California (average of $444). Flying from Frankfurt am Main to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $609). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 7 airlines flying from Frankfurt am Main to California

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Frankfurt am Main to California. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 15, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
TAP AIR PORTUGALCheapest$302Average$447FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$361Average$581FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
LufthansaCheapest$422Average$799FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
CondorCheapest$496Average$798FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
British AirwaysCheapest$507Average$657FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$561Average$708FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$562Average$764FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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