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$439+ Cheap flights from Frankfurt am Main to California

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FRA — LAX
may. 25 — jun. 11
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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 abril 25, 2026.

This Ticket deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 Ticket is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 4/3010:55 am
FRA
-
SJC
1 stop20h 04m
Finnair
mié. 5/136:00 am
SJC
-
FRA
1 stop17h 45m
Finnair
Deal found 4/23$629
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 5/2711:45 am
FRA
-
SJC
2 stops17h 20m
KLM
dom. 6/79:45 am
SJC
-
FRA
2 stops27h 15m
KLM
Deal found 4/21$658
This Flysmarter deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 Flysmarter is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 5/1212:15 pm
FRA
-
SFO
2 stops19h 51m
Air Canada
mar. 5/266:30 am
SFO
-
FRA
1 stop16h 35m
Air Canada
Deal found 4/20$666
This AirNGo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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 AirNGo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 9/72:50 pm
FRA
-
SFO
1 stop32h 00m
British Airways
dom. 9/277:40 am
SFO
-
FRA
2 stops21h 20m
British Airways
Deal found 4/19$667
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
jue. 8/271:30 pm
FRA
-
SJC
1 stop16h 40m
Lufthansa
lun. 8/311:00 pm
SJC
-
FRA
2 stops16h 05m
Lufthansa
Deal found 4/23$667
This Flighttix deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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.
mié. 5/610:15 am
FRA
-
SFO
1 stop14h 07m
Air Canada
mié. 5/206:30 am
SFO
-
FRA
1 stop16h 35m
Air Canada
Deal found 4/20$668
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 9/217:00 am
FRA
-
SFO
1 stop13h 45m
Delta
mié. 9/302:20 pm
SFO
-
FRA
2 stops18h 25m
Delta
Deal found 4/20$669
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 5/411:30 am
FRA
-
LAX
1 stop14h 40m
Finnair
dom. 5/109:00 am
LAX
-
FRA
1 stop14h 45m
Finnair
Deal found 4/20$669
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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.
jue. 6/2511:25 am
FRA
-
SFO
1 stop14h 10m
United Airlines
vie. 7/171:55 pm
SFO
-
FRA
Nonstop10h 50m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/24$670
This lastminute.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 lastminute.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 9/2211:25 am
FRA
-
LAX
1 stop14h 05m
Multiple Airlines
mié. 10/78:30 am
LAX
-
FRA
1 stop13h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/20$670
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 9/257:00 am
FRA
-
SFO
1 stop13h 45m
Delta
jue. 10/156:00 am
SFO
-
FRA
1 stop17h 55m
Delta
Deal found 4/23$671
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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.
jue. 8/2710:55 am
FRA
-
SJC
2 stops20h 30m
American Airlines
lun. 8/316:00 am
SJC
-
FRA
2 stops31h 20m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/24$671

Find 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 abril 25, 2026.

Round-trip from

$658
(Expedia)

One-way from

$439

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$794
From Frankfurt am Main to California
One-way flight from Frankfurt am Main to California
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($38 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($12 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2026

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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

Frankfurt am MainSan Francisco

FRA - SFO

FRASFO

Frankfurt am Main

mié. 9/9

9:45 am-4:15 pm

1 stop15h 30m

San Francisco

dom. 9/13

10:55 pm-7:55 am

1 stop24h 00m

$670

Frankfurt am MainSan Francisco

FRA - SFO

FRASFO

Frankfurt am Main

jue. 6/25

9:45 am-4:35 pm

1 stop15h 50m

San Francisco

jue. 7/23

1:55 pm-9:45 am

Nonstop10h 50m

$674

Frankfurt am MainSan Francisco

FRA - SFO

FRASFO

Frankfurt am Main

lun. 5/11

11:25 am-4:30 pm

1 stop14h 05m

San Francisco

lun. 5/25

1:55 pm-9:45 am

Nonstop10h 50m

$674

Frankfurt am MainSan Francisco

FRA - SFO

FRASFO

Frankfurt am Main

jue. 5/7

6:35 am-4:15 pm

1 stop18h 40m

San Francisco

mié. 5/13

8:19 am-9:20 am

1 stop16h 01m

$674

Frankfurt am MainSan Francisco

FRA - SFO

FRASFO

Frankfurt am Main

lun. 9/7

11:25 am-4:15 pm

1 stop13h 50m

San Francisco

mié. 9/30

1:55 pm-9:45 am

Nonstop10h 50m

$675
Quickest round-trip

Frankfurt am MainSan Francisco

FRA - SFO

FRASFO

Frankfurt am Main

lun. 9/21

5:30 pm-7:50 pm

Nonstop11h 20m

San Francisco

vie. 10/2

7:25 pm-3:15 pm

Nonstop10h 50m

$680

Frankfurt am MainSan Jose

FRA - SJC

FRASJC

Frankfurt am Main

vie. 10/16

7:05 am-4:16 pm

2 stops18h 11m

San Jose

lun. 10/26

1:50 pm-4:45 pm

2 stops18h 55m

$682

Frankfurt am MainSan Jose

FRA - SJC

FRASJC

Frankfurt am Main

jue. 8/27

10:55 am-10:11 pm

1 stop20h 16m

San Jose

lun. 8/31

6:00 am-8:45 am

1 stop17h 45m

$682

Frankfurt am MainLos Angeles

FRA - LAX

FRALAX

Frankfurt am Main

jue. 10/22

11:30 am-5:10 pm

1 stop14h 40m

Los Angeles

vie. 10/30

7:50 pm-6:40 pm

1 stop14h 50m

$689

Frankfurt am MainSan Francisco

FRA - SFO

FRASFO

Frankfurt am Main

mar. 9/8

11:00 am-11:46 pm

2 stops21h 46m

San Francisco

vie. 9/25

9:00 pm-9:50 am

2 stops27h 50m

$690

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

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

The best time to book flights from Frankfurt am Main to California is 62 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Frankfurt am Main to California (average of $673). Flying from Frankfurt am Main to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $904). 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 abril 25, 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 abril 25, 2026.

The most flights from FK0 to USCA are scheduled on a Monday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, 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 to California?

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 abril 25, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta,United Airlines, andAmerican Airlines 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.

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

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

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

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

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

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

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

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

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

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

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

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 $670, United Airlines can have you in California from Frankfurt am Main in 15h 30m. The distance between Frankfurt am Main and California is about 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 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 $417 and $417 on TAP AIR PORTUGAL and British Airways, respectively.

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

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

    Consider Austrian Airlines (56%), United Airlines (56%) or Air New Zealand (56%) 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 $1,859 for a flight from Frankfurt am Main to California. The cheapest flight overall is $688 while the most popular route, (Frankfurt am Main - Los Angeles) is currently priced at $604.

  • 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Frankfurt am Main to California (average of $673). Flying from Frankfurt am Main to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $904). 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 am Main to California

Discover the top 8 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 abril 25, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
TAP AIR PORTUGALCheapest$302Average$452FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
LufthansaCheapest$422Average$781FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
CondorCheapest$478Average$822FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
DeltaCheapest$547Average$624FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$561Average$708FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$563Average$800FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
FinnairCheapest$587Average$745FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
British AirwaysCheapest$618Average$659FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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