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$277+ Cheap flights from Frankfurt (FRA) to California

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
FRA — LAX
Jun 21 — Jun 281
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Cheap flight deals from Frankfurt to California

Cheapest flights from Frankfurt to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Frankfurt to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 22, 2026.

This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/19. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/1711:00 am
FRA
-
SAN
1 stop16h 27m
Virgin Atlantic
Mon 11/26:15 am
SAN
-
FRA
1 stop17h 25m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 5/19$277
This Flighttix deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/18. 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 6/49:20 am
FRA
-
SJC
2 stops18h 13m
British Airways
Wed 6/107:24 pm
SJC
-
FRA
2 stops26h 56m
British Airways
Deal found 5/18$632
This AirNGo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/18. 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 AirNGo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/410:55 am
FRA
-
SJC
1 stop21h 17m
British Airways
Tue 6/96:01 am
SJC
-
FRA
2 stops31h 34m
British Airways
Deal found 5/18$636
This Flighttix deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/18. 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 6/49:20 am
FRA
-
SJC
2 stops18h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 6/116:01 am
SJC
-
FRA
1 stop17h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/18$637
This Flighttix deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/20. 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.
Fri 6/510:55 am
FRA
-
SJC
1 stop33h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 6/96:01 am
SJC
-
FRA
1 stop17h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/20$641
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/22. 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.
Wed 8/126:30 am
FRA
-
SJC
2 stops40h 03m
American Airlines
Wed 8/262:30 pm
SJC
-
FRA
2 stops19h 10m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/22$642
This Finnair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/21. 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.
Mon 9/147:20 pm
FRA
-
SJC
2 stops35h 36m
Finnair
Sun 9/206:00 am
SJC
-
FRA
1 stop17h 45m
Finnair
Deal found 5/21$644
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/22. 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 8/1310:55 am
FRA
-
SJC
1 stop32h 53m
American Airlines
Wed 8/262:30 pm
SJC
-
FRA
2 stops19h 10m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/22$646
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/18. 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.
Sun 8/99:20 am
FRA
-
SJC
2 stops46h 12m
American Airlines
Sun 8/237:12 pm
SJC
-
FRA
2 stops42h 08m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/18$647
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/20. 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 8/1310:55 am
FRA
-
SJC
1 stop32h 53m
British Airways
Wed 8/262:30 pm
SJC
-
FRA
2 stops23h 15m
British Airways
Deal found 5/20$648
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/217:45 am
FRA
-
SJC
2 stops23h 57m
United Airlines
Mon 11/26:40 am
SJC
-
FRA
2 stops20h 10m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/17$649
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/19. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/410:55 am
FRA
-
SJC
1 stop33h 00m
British Airways
Wed 6/176:01 am
SJC
-
FRA
1 stop17h 44m
British Airways
Deal found 5/19$650

Find flight deals from Frankfurt to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Frankfurt to California flight deals. Data was last updated May 22, 2026.

Round-trip from

$277
(Virgin Atlantic)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$818

Good round-trip deal

$683 or less

Good one-way deal

$422 or less
From Frankfurt am Main to California
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($39 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($11 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Frankfurt am Main to California.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Frankfurt am Main to California.

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to California that are best for you.

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Price

Cheapest round-trip

Frankfurt am MainSan Diego

FRA - SAN

FRASAN

Frankfurt am Main

Sat 10/17

11:00 am-6:27 pm

1 stop16h 27m

San Diego

Mon 11/2

6:15 am-8:40 am

1 stop17h 25m

$277

Frankfurt am MainSan Jose

FRA - SJC

FRASJC

Frankfurt am Main

Fri 6/5

8:15 am-9:09 pm

2 stops21h 54m

San Jose

Wed 6/10

6:30 am-12:10 pm

2 stops20h 40m

$653

Frankfurt am MainSan Jose

FRA - SJC

FRASJC

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 6/2

9:15 am-10:35 pm

2 stops22h 20m

San Jose

Wed 6/10

6:37 pm-9:20 am

1 stop29h 43m

$653

Frankfurt am MainSan Jose

FRA - SJC

FRASJC

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 6/1

8:15 am-10:35 pm

2 stops23h 20m

San Jose

Sat 6/13

6:30 am-12:10 pm

2 stops20h 40m

$653

Frankfurt am MainSan Jose

FRA - SJC

FRASJC

Frankfurt am Main

Sat 6/6

9:15 am-10:35 pm

2 stops22h 20m

San Jose

Sat 6/13

6:30 am-12:10 pm

2 stops20h 40m

$653

Frankfurt am MainSan Jose

FRA - SJC

FRASJC

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 6/2

10:55 am-10:56 am

1 stop33h 01m

San Jose

Sat 6/13

6:01 am-8:45 am

1 stop17h 44m

$657

Frankfurt am MainSan Jose

FRA - SJC

FRASJC

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 9/17

10:55 am-9:56 pm

1 stop20h 01m

San Jose

Sun 9/20

6:00 am-8:45 am

1 stop17h 45m

$657

Frankfurt am MainSan Jose

FRA - SJC

FRASJC

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 8/11

8:50 am-10:50 pm

1 stop23h 00m

San Jose

Fri 8/28

6:20 am-12:10 pm

2 stops20h 50m

$657

Frankfurt am MainSan Jose

FRA - SJC

FRASJC

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 8/13

8:50 am-10:50 pm

1 stop23h 00m

San Jose

Wed 8/26

8:45 am-9:20 am

1 stop15h 35m

$657

Frankfurt am MainSan Francisco

FRA - SFO

FRASFO

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 10/20

7:00 am-11:45 am

1 stop13h 45m

San Francisco

Fri 10/30

7:30 am-7:50 am

1 stop16h 20m

$675

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Best time to book a flight from Frankfurt to California

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to California (average of $693). Flying from Frankfurt am Main Airport to California in June is currently the most expensive (average of $921). 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 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 May 22, 2026.

When flying from Frankfurt am Main Airport 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 Airport to California

Explore weekly flight availability from Frankfurt 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 May 22, 2026.

The most flights from FRA to USCA are scheduled on a Monday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Frankfurt am Main Airport to California?

How far ahead should I book a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to California?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to California, you should look to book at least 62 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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 May 22, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to California, such as Delta,United Airlines, andAmerican Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

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

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

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

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

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

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

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

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

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

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

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 Airport to California?

    A quick flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to California can take about 13h 45m. Virgin Atlantic provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $675. Frankfurt am Main Airport and California are separated by a distance of 5680 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 Airport to California one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Condor, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $370. However, be on the lookout for offers from TAP AIR PORTUGAL and British Airways, as they are both options that can get you from Frankfurt am Main Airport to California for a low price.

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

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Frankfurt am Main Airport to California are Condor (93%), Alaska Airlines (93%) and TAROM (93%).

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to California? While on average our users pay $1,594, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $388. The most popular route (Frankfurt am Main - Los Angeles), is priced around $604.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Frankfurt 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 Airport to California?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to California (average of $693). Flying from Frankfurt am Main Airport to California in June is currently the most expensive (average of $921). 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 8 airlines flying from Frankfurt to California

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Frankfurt 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 May 22, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
TAP AIR PORTUGALCheapest$302Average$452FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
CondorCheapest$506Average$825FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
DeltaCheapest$555Average$796FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$561Average$708FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$564Average$800FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
LufthansaCheapest$566Average$884FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
FinnairCheapest$587Average$745FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
British AirwaysCheapest$639Average$660FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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