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$238+ Cheap flights from California to Frankfurt (FRA)

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 11/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — FRA
Dec 10 — Dec 171
Wed 12/10
Wed 12/17
1 adult, Economy
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This AirNGo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/7. 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 AirNGo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/94:05 pmSMF - FRA
2 stops33h 40mAir Canada
Tue 11/251:30 pmFRA - SMF
2 stops34h 47mAir Canada
Deal found 11/7$537
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/7. 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 11/95:42 amSMF - FRA
1 stop16h 33mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/2510:15 amFRA - SMF
1 stop22h 03mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/7$548
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/197:00 amSMF - FRA
1 stop16h 40mVirgin Atlantic
Wed 11/269:50 amFRA - SMF
1 stop20h 14mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 11/9$556
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. 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.
Sat 12/610:22 pmSMF - FRA
1 stop25h 28mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/1611:30 amFRA - SMF
2 stops20h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/9$558
This Finnair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. 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 Finnair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/196:00 amSMF - FRA
2 stops17h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/2610:50 amFRA - SMF
2 stops21h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/9$560
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/1712:22 pmSMF - FRA
1 stop35h 18mKLM
Wed 12/39:50 amFRA - SMF
1 stop22h 09mKLM
Deal found 11/9$561
This Finnair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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 Finnair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/2910:28 pmSMF - FRA
1 stop25h 22mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/1110:50 amFRA - SMF
2 stops20h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/6$565
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/7. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/911:51 amSMF - FRA
1 stop34h 59mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/257:05 amFRA - SMF
2 stops18h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/7$568
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/7. 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.
Wed 12/104:55 pmSMF - FRA
2 stops16h 55mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/1411:30 amFRA - SMF
2 stops20h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/7$574
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/174:05 pmSMF - FRA
2 stops57h 40mAir Canada
Wed 12/39:45 amFRA - SMF
2 stops44h 07mAir Canada
Deal found 11/9$579
This Finnair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/8. 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 Finnair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/66:00 amSMF - FRA
2 stops17h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/1611:30 amFRA - SMF
2 stops20h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/8$583
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/64:35 pmSFO - FRA
1 stop21h 05mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Sun 12/145:45 pmFRA - SFO
1 stop29h 50mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 11/9$628

Cheap flight deals from California to Frankfurt

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Frankfurt flight deals. Data was last updated November 10, 2025.

Round-trip from

$556
(Virgin Atlantic)

One-way from

$238
(Thrive Travel)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,095

Good round-trip deal

$707 or less

Good one-way deal

$424 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Frankfurt 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 November 10, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Frankfurt am Main Airport that are best for you.

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SacramentoFrankfurt am Main

SMF - FRA

SMFFRA

Sacramento Intl

Wed 11/19

7:00 am-8:40 am

1 stop16h 40m

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 11/26

9:50 am-9:04 pm

1 stop20h 14m

$556

SacramentoFrankfurt am Main

SMF - FRA

SMFFRA

Sacramento Intl

Sat 12/6

10:22 pm-8:50 am

1 stop25h 28m

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 12/16

11:30 am-10:51 pm

2 stops20h 21m

$558

SacramentoFrankfurt am Main

SMF - FRA

SMFFRA

Sacramento Intl

Wed 11/19

6:00 am-8:50 am

2 stops17h 50m

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 11/26

10:50 am-11:05 pm

2 stops21h 15m

$560

SacramentoFrankfurt am Main

SMF - FRA

SMFFRA

Sacramento Intl

Sat 11/29

10:28 pm-8:50 am

1 stop25h 22m

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 12/11

10:50 am-10:37 pm

2 stops20h 47m

$565

San JoseFrankfurt am Main

SJC - FRA

SJCFRA

San Jose

Thu 2/5

9:05 am-12:50 pm

1 stop18h 45m

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 2/19

1:55 pm-10:03 pm

1 stop17h 08m

$570

SacramentoFrankfurt am Main

SMF - FRA

SMFFRA

Sacramento Intl

Wed 12/10

4:55 pm-6:50 pm

2 stops16h 55m

Frankfurt am Main

Sun 12/14

11:30 am-10:51 pm

2 stops20h 21m

$574

SacramentoFrankfurt am Main

SMF - FRA

SMFFRA

Sacramento Intl

Sat 12/6

6:00 am-8:50 am

2 stops17h 50m

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 12/16

11:30 am-10:51 pm

2 stops20h 21m

$583

SacramentoFrankfurt am Main

SMF - FRA

SMFFRA

Sacramento Intl

Sat 11/29

4:05 pm-7:25 am

2 stops54h 20m

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 12/11

9:45 am-3:17 pm

2 stops38h 32m

$591

Las VegasFrankfurt am Main

LAS - FRA

LASFRA

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 2/11

1:20 pm-7:45 pm

2 stops21h 25m

Frankfurt am Main

Sun 2/15

10:30 am-12:42 am

2 stops23h 12m

$592

SacramentoFrankfurt am Main

SMF - FRA

SMFFRA

Sacramento Intl

Fri 12/5

6:30 am-1:40 pm

2 stops22h 10m

Frankfurt am Main

Fri 12/12

10:40 am-10:59 pm

2 stops21h 19m

$594

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Best time to book a flight from California to Frankfurt

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

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Frankfurt am Main Airport (average of $299). Flying from California to Frankfurt am Main Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $769). 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 CA to FRA?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Frankfurt. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 10, 2025.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 16% on flights from California to Frankfurt am Main Airport by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from California to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from California to Frankfurt. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their California to Frankfurt am Main Airport flight should consider departing on Thursday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from California to Frankfurt am Main Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from California to Frankfurt. 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 November 10, 2025.

The most flights from USCA to FRA are scheduled on a Monday (5 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to Frankfurt. 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 California to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    Airlines like Virgin Atlantic, American Airlines, and Scandinavian Airlines fly from California to Frankfurt am Main Airport in about 16h 40m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 8h 48m. There are 5594 mi between California and Frankfurt am Main Airport. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Lufthansa, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $239. However, be on the lookout for offers from Scandinavian Airlines and TAP AIR PORTUGAL, as they are both options that can get you from California to Frankfurt am Main Airport for a low price.

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

    While some choose either San Francisco - Frankfurt am Main or Ontario - Frankfurt am Main, Los Angeles - Frankfurt am Main is the most popular route from California to Frankfurt am Main Airport.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from California to Frankfurt am Main Airport are Austrian Airlines (81%), United Airlines (81%) and Air New Zealand (81%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from California to Frankfurt am Main Airport is $325. On average you can expect to pay $1,142. The most popular route, (Los Angeles - Frankfurt am Main), can usually be booked for $519.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Frankfurt am Main Airport (average of $299). Flying from California to Frankfurt am Main Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $769). 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 California to Frankfurt

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from California to Frankfurt. 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 November 10, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$284Average$715FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
TAP AIR PORTUGALCheapest$502Average$708FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$506Average$883FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Aer LingusCheapest$556Average$754FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
CondorCheapest$580Average$909FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
American AirlinesCheapest$586Average$1,000FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
British AirwaysCheapest$616Average$966FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
LufthansaCheapest$645Average$1,105FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
United AirlinesCheapest$652Average$972FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air CanadaCheapest$674Average$1,158FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%

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