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$347+ Cheap flights from Germany 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 4/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
FRA — LAX
Feb 28 — Mar 71
Sat 2/28
Sat 3/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Germany to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Germany to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 29, 2026.

This Flysmarter deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 2/76:00 am
FRA
-
LAX
1 stop18h 00m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Thu 2/196:55 pm
LAX
-
FRA
1 stop18h 45m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 1/28$527
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 2/45:45 pm
FRA
-
LAX
1 stop29h 55m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Thu 2/266:55 pm
LAX
-
FRA
1 stop18h 45m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 1/27$531
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 1/296:00 am
FRA
-
LAX
1 stop17h 40m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Thu 2/54:45 pm
LAX
-
FRA
1 stop34h 45m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 1/27$534
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Tue 2/36:00 am
FRA
-
LAX
1 stop18h 00m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Sat 2/214:45 pm
LAX
-
FRA
1 stop34h 45m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 1/27$536
This TAP AIR PORTUGAL deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 TAP AIR PORTUGAL is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/176:00 am
FRA
-
LAX
1 stop18h 00m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Tue 2/244:45 pm
LAX
-
FRA
1 stop34h 45m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 1/28$538
This deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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.
Mon 4/2010:35 am
FRA
-
LAX
1 stop16h 50m
British Airways
Tue 4/285:05 pm
LAX
-
FRA
1 stop17h 45m
British Airways
Deal found 1/28$539
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Tue 2/36:00 am
FRA
-
LAX
1 stop18h 00m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Tue 2/244:45 pm
LAX
-
FRA
1 stop20h 55m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 1/27$540
This Flighttix deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 2/266:00 am
FRA
-
LAX
1 stop17h 40m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Thu 3/56:55 pm
LAX
-
FRA
1 stop37h 00m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 1/27$543
This deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Wed 2/1811:25 am
FRA
-
LAX
1 stop16h 05m
British Airways
Wed 3/2510:00 pm
LAX
-
FRA
1 stop16h 00m
British Airways
Deal found 1/27$557
This deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Thu 2/267:20 am
FRA
-
LAX
1 stop17h 30m
British Airways
Sat 3/79:00 pm
LAX
-
FRA
1 stop14h 15m
British Airways
Deal found 1/27$560
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 stop15h 30m
Scandinavian Airlines
Wed 2/187:30 pm
LAX
-
FRA
1 stop15h 15m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 1/27$570
This Billigflug deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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.
Sat 3/146:00 am
FRA
-
LAX
1 stop18h 00m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Thu 3/197:55 pm
LAX
-
FRA
1 stop18h 45m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 1/28$572

Find flight deals from Germany to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Germany to California flight deals. Data was last updated January 29, 2026.

Round-trip from

$531
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$347
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$830

Good round-trip deal

$766 or less

Good one-way deal

$691 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($58 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($15 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Germany 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 29, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Germany to California that are best for you.

Fly from

Germany

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Frankfurt am MainLas Vegas

FRA - LAS

FRALAS

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 6/18

7:10 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop33h 50m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 7/8

11:16 am-10:45 pm

2 stops26h 29m

$616

Frankfurt am MainLas Vegas

FRA - LAS

FRALAS

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 4/20

9:20 am-10:28 pm

2 stops22h 08m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 4/25

11:59 pm-7:20 am

2 stops22h 21m

$618

Frankfurt am MainLas Vegas

FRA - LAS

FRALAS

Frankfurt am Main

Fri 6/12

6:10 am-9:48 am

2 stops36h 38m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 6/27

4:33 pm-10:40 pm

2 stops21h 07m

$619

Frankfurt am MainLas Vegas

FRA - LAS

FRALAS

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 5/6

10:55 am-5:46 pm

1 stop15h 51m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 5/14

9:22 am-6:35 pm

2 stops24h 13m

$620

Frankfurt am MainLos Angeles

FRA - LAX

FRALAX

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 2/26

11:15 am-5:00 pm

1 stop14h 45m

Los Angeles

Mon 3/2

7:30 pm-7:45 pm

1 stop15h 15m

$620

Frankfurt am MainLas Vegas

FRA - LAS

FRALAS

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 3/10

10:15 am-8:13 pm

1 stop17h 58m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 3/14

2:41 pm-7:15 am

1 stop32h 34m

$622

Frankfurt am MainLas Vegas

FRA - LAS

FRALAS

Frankfurt am Main

Sun 3/15

10:15 am-10:38 am

2 stops32h 23m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sun 3/29

11:56 pm-7:20 am

2 stops22h 24m

$623

MunichLos Angeles

MUC - LAX

MUCLAX

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Wed 2/25

10:15 am-5:00 pm

1 stop15h 45m

Los Angeles

Thu 3/5

7:30 pm-7:45 pm

1 stop15h 15m

$624

Frankfurt am MainLas Vegas

FRA - LAS

FRALAS

Frankfurt am Main

Fri 5/15

6:10 am-8:00 pm

1 stop22h 50m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 5/21

3:59 pm-6:35 pm

2 stops17h 36m

$625

MunichSan Francisco

MUC - SFO

MUCSFO

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Tue 4/14

6:35 pm-7:31 pm

2 stops33h 56m

San Francisco

Tue 4/28

4:35 pm-6:05 pm

1 stop16h 30m

$628

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Best time to book a flight from Germany to California

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Germany to California

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Germany to California?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Germany to California (average of $357). Flying from Germany to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of $521). 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 DE to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Germany 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 29, 2026.

When flying from Germany 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.

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 29, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Germany to California, such as United Airlines, Scandinavian Airlines, and Lufthansa. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,215 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,215 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,215 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.
Scandinavian Airlines
7.3
Good
1,674 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,215 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,756 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,215 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,705 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,215 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.
Condor
6.4
Okay
399 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,215 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Germany to California. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Germany to California?

    Airlines like British Airways, Finnair, and Scandinavian Airlines fly from Germany to California in about 14h 45m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 19h 05m. There are 5788 mi between Germany and California. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Germany to California one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $335 on Scandinavian Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Condor from $340 and Vueling from $372 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Germany 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 Germany to California?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Germany to California (average of $357). Flying from Germany to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of $521). 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 10 airlines flying from Germany to California

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Germany 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 29, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapest$235Average$674FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
CondorCheapest$260Average$737FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
TAP AIR PORTUGALCheapest$302Average$452FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$314Average$743FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
LufthansaCheapest$422Average$741FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
DeltaCheapest$491Average$647FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$496Average$705FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SWISSCheapest$509Average$680FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$526Average$691FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
KLMCheapest$538Average$737FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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