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$449+ Cheap flights from Frankfurt am Main to California

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FRA — LAX
Jul 9 — Jul 161
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Cheap flight deals from Frankfurt am Main to California

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 June 9, 2026.

This deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/6. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/2912:40 pm
FRA
-
SJC
1 stop19h 10m
United Airlines
Sat 9/198:45 am
SJC
-
FRA
1 stop15h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/6$585
This Flighttix deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/6. 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 6/259:20 am
FRA
-
SJC
2 stops18h 13m
British Airways
Wed 7/86:01 am
SJC
-
FRA
2 stops40h 19m
British Airways
Deal found 6/6$618
This Flighttix deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. 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 6/2510:55 am
FRA
-
SJC
1 stop21h 17m
Iberia
Wed 7/86:01 am
SJC
-
FRA
1 stop17h 44m
Iberia
Deal found 6/8$636
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. 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 8/2310:55 am
FRA
-
SJC
1 stop32h 55m
American Airlines
Thu 9/102:36 pm
SJC
-
FRA
2 stops23h 04m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/7$641
This Finnair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/5. 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.
Fri 9/47:20 pm
FRA
-
SJC
2 stops36h 12m
Finnair
Fri 9/186:00 am
SJC
-
FRA
1 stop17h 45m
Finnair
Deal found 6/5$645
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. 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 8/159:20 am
FRA
-
SFO
1 stop18h 58m
American Airlines
Sat 8/297:25 am
SFO
-
FRA
1 stop16h 20m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/8$652
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. 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.
Wed 9/210:55 am
FRA
-
SJC
1 stop32h 55m
British Airways
Sun 9/66:00 am
SJC
-
FRA
1 stop17h 45m
British Airways
Deal found 6/7$652
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
Fri 9/189:20 am
FRA
-
SFO
1 stop19h 48m
American Airlines
Sun 10/45:22 am
SFO
-
FRA
1 stop16h 58m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/9$653
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 6/2510:55 am
FRA
-
SJC
1 stop21h 17m
American Airlines
Wed 7/86:01 am
SJC
-
FRA
1 stop17h 44m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/9$653
This Flighttix deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 6/2610:15 am
FRA
-
SFO
1 stop17h 17m
Air Canada
Wed 7/228:10 am
SFO
-
FRA
1 stop14h 00m
Air Canada
Deal found 6/9$654
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. 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.
Wed 8/198:50 pm
FRA
-
SFO
1 stop26h 00m
British Airways
Sat 8/297:25 am
SFO
-
FRA
1 stop16h 20m
British Airways
Deal found 6/8$655
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/6. 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.
Tue 8/259:20 am
FRA
-
SJC
2 stops22h 12m
American Airlines
Mon 8/316:00 am
SJC
-
FRA
1 stop17h 45m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/6$655

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 June 9, 2026.

Round-trip from

$585

One-way from

$449

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$823
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 ($39 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($9 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2026

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Cheapest round-trip

Frankfurt am MainSan Jose

FRA - SJC

FRASJC

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 8/24

10:55 am-10:50 am

1 stop32h 55m

San Jose

Thu 9/10

2:36 pm-8:45 am

1 stop33h 09m

$652

Frankfurt am MainSan Jose

FRA - SJC

FRASJC

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 9/2

10:55 am-10:50 am

1 stop32h 55m

San Jose

Sun 9/6

6:00 am-8:45 am

1 stop17h 45m

$652

Frankfurt am MainSan Francisco

FRA - SFO

FRASFO

Frankfurt am Main

Fri 10/16

10:35 am-9:26 pm

2 stops19h 51m

San Francisco

Thu 10/29

6:30 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop19h 30m

$657

Frankfurt am MainSan Jose

FRA - SJC

FRASJC

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 6/25

6:40 am-10:42 pm

2 stops25h 02m

San Jose

Wed 7/8

2:23 pm-10:45 pm

2 stops23h 22m

$657

Frankfurt am MainSan Francisco

FRA - SFO

FRASFO

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 9/8

7:00 am-11:45 am

1 stop13h 45m

San Francisco

Mon 9/28

3:05 pm-2:20 pm

1 stop14h 15m

$664

Frankfurt am MainSan Francisco

FRA - SFO

FRASFO

Frankfurt am Main

Fri 9/4

7:00 am-11:45 am

1 stop13h 45m

San Francisco

Sun 9/27

3:05 pm-2:20 pm

1 stop14h 15m

$664

Frankfurt am MainSan Francisco

FRA - SFO

FRASFO

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 9/7

7:00 am-11:45 am

1 stop13h 45m

San Francisco

Sun 9/27

8:10 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop16h 55m

$664
Quickest round-trip

Frankfurt am MainSan Francisco

FRA - SFO

FRASFO

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 6/24

5:30 pm-7:50 pm

Nonstop11h 20m

San Francisco

Thu 7/2

1:55 pm-9:45 am

Nonstop10h 50m

$668

Frankfurt am MainSan Francisco

FRA - SFO

FRASFO

Frankfurt am Main

Sat 11/7

10:10 am-12:35 pm

Nonstop11h 25m

San Francisco

Tue 11/10

1:50 pm-9:55 am

Nonstop11h 05m

$668

Frankfurt am MainSan Francisco

FRA - SFO

FRASFO

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 6/29

12:55 pm-3:15 pm

Nonstop11h 20m

San Francisco

Fri 7/17

7:05 am-11:15 am

1 stop19h 10m

$669

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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 $700). Flying from Frankfurt am Main to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $899). 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 June 9, 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 June 9, 2026.

The most flights from FK0 to USCA are scheduled on a Tuesday (13 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (12 on average).

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

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 79 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.

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 June 9, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta,Finnair, andUnited 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

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

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

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

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

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

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

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

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

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

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

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

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 to California?

    For as low as $665, British Airways can have you in California from Frankfurt am Main in 15h 05m. 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 $466 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 Condor (73%), Alaska Airlines (73%) or TAROM (72%) 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 $1,902 for a flight from Frankfurt am Main to California. The cheapest flight overall is $388 while the most popular route, (Frankfurt am Main - Los Angeles) is currently priced at $623.

  • 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 $700). Flying from Frankfurt am Main to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $899). 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 9 airlines flying from Frankfurt am Main to California

Discover the top 9 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 June 9, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
TAP AIR PORTUGALCheapest$302Average$452FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
LufthansaCheapest$422Average$860FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
CondorCheapest$509Average$843FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
DeltaCheapest$555Average$828FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$561Average$708FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$564Average$799FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
British AirwaysCheapest$639Average$661FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
FinnairCheapest$660Average$808FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Air CanadaCheapest$704Average$867FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%

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