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$219+ 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 3/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — FRA
Mar 8 — Mar 151
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Cheap flight deals from California to Frankfurt

Cheapest flights from California to Frankfurt
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Frankfurt. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 6, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/6. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/511:57 am
SAN
-
FRA
1 stop13h 33m
Lufthansa
Thu 3/129:15 am
FRA
-
SAN
1 stop15h 30m
Lufthansa
Deal found 2/6$547
This AirNGo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/5. 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 AirNGo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/57:00 am
SAN
-
FRA
1 stop15h 50m
Virgin Atlantic
Wed 3/189:50 am
FRA
-
SAN
1 stop17h 01m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 2/5$552
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/5. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/511:57 am
SAN
-
FRA
1 stop13h 33m
Lufthansa
Wed 3/189:15 am
FRA
-
SAN
1 stop15h 30m
Lufthansa
Deal found 2/5$553
This AirNGo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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.
Mon 3/910:25 pm
SAN
-
FRA
1 stop25h 25m
Virgin Atlantic
Mon 3/2310:40 am
FRA
-
SAN
1 stop20h 19m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 2/3$557
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/5. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/55:35 pm
SAN
-
FRA
1 stop13h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 3/189:50 am
FRA
-
SAN
2 stops20h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/5$571
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/411:57 am
SAN
-
FRA
1 stop13h 33m
Lufthansa
Wed 3/119:15 am
FRA
-
SAN
1 stop15h 30m
Lufthansa
Deal found 2/2$575
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/265:15 pm
SAN
-
FRA
1 stop15h 45m
Lufthansa
Tue 5/129:15 am
FRA
-
SAN
1 stop15h 10m
Lufthansa
Deal found 2/3$576
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/151:10 pm
SAN
-
FRA
2 stops19h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 4/289:15 am
FRA
-
SAN
1 stop15h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/3$579
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/410:55 am
SAN
-
FRA
2 stops22h 05m
Lufthansa
Wed 5/137:15 am
FRA
-
SAN
1 stop17h 10m
Lufthansa
Deal found 2/3$580
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/4. 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 3/912:40 pm
SAN
-
FRA
1 stop14h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/237:15 pm
FRA
-
SAN
1 stop29h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/4$581
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/197:55 pm
LAX
-
FRA
1 stop18h 45m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Mon 3/307:40 pm
FRA
-
LAX
1 stop28h 05m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 2/3$601
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/197:55 pm
LAX
-
FRA
1 stop32h 35m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Wed 3/255:45 pm
FRA
-
LAX
1 stop29h 55m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 2/3$605

Find flight deals from California to Frankfurt

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Frankfurt flight deals. Data was last updated February 6, 2026.

Round-trip from

$552
(AirNGo)

One-way from

$219
(Thrive Travel)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$887

Good round-trip deal

$694 or less

Good one-way deal

$404 or less
From California to Frankfurt am Main
One-way flight from California to Frankfurt am Main
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 17% potential increase in price ($203 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($39 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from California to Frankfurt am Main.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from California to Frankfurt am Main.

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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 February 6, 2026.
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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California

Fly to

Frankfurt

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoFrankfurt am Main

SAN - FRA

SANFRA

San Diego

Mon 4/27

6:15 am-9:50 am

1 stop18h 35m

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 5/11

2:15 pm-11:50 am

1 stop30h 35m

$601

San DiegoFrankfurt am Main

SAN - FRA

SANFRA

San Diego

Sat 4/25

10:25 pm-8:40 am

1 stop25h 15m

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 5/12

7:00 am-11:50 am

1 stop13h 50m

$601

San DiegoFrankfurt am Main

SAN - FRA

SANFRA

San Diego

Sat 4/25

10:25 pm-8:40 am

1 stop25h 15m

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 5/13

11:45 am-11:50 am

1 stop33h 05m

$601

San DiegoFrankfurt am Main

SAN - FRA

SANFRA

San Diego

Mon 3/2

12:55 pm-11:30 am

1 stop13h 35m

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 3/17

10:15 am-4:45 pm

1 stop14h 30m

$602

San DiegoFrankfurt am Main

SAN - FRA

SANFRA

San Diego

Mon 3/9

10:25 pm-7:50 am

1 stop25h 25m

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 3/23

10:40 am-10:59 pm

1 stop20h 19m

$602

San DiegoFrankfurt am Main

SAN - FRA

SANFRA

San Diego

Tue 4/28

10:30 pm-8:40 am

2 stops25h 10m

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 5/11

11:45 am-11:50 am

1 stop33h 05m

$605

San DiegoFrankfurt am Main

SAN - FRA

SANFRA

San Diego

Sun 4/26

10:30 pm-8:40 am

2 stops25h 10m

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 5/11

11:45 am-11:50 am

1 stop33h 05m

$605

San DiegoFrankfurt am Main

SAN - FRA

SANFRA

San Diego

Wed 3/4

7:45 am-4:05 pm

2 stops23h 20m

Frankfurt am Main

Sun 3/15

12:15 pm-10:40 am

2 stops30h 25m

$609

San DiegoFrankfurt am Main

SAN - FRA

SANFRA

San Diego

Thu 3/5

7:55 am-11:05 am

2 stops18h 10m

Frankfurt am Main

Sun 3/15

10:15 am-8:40 am

2 stops30h 25m

$609

San DiegoFrankfurt am Main

SAN - FRA

SANFRA

San Diego

Thu 3/5

4:00 pm-2:55 pm

1 stop13h 55m

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 3/9

5:10 pm-11:53 am

1 stop26h 43m

$610

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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 $293). Flying from California to Frankfurt am Main Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $743). 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 February 6, 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from California to Frankfurt am Main Airport as you normally would.

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

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 KLM, Lufthansa, and Delta fly from California to Frankfurt am Main Airport in about 13h 35m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 11h 50m. There are 5823 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 TAP AIR PORTUGAL, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $230. However, be on the lookout for offers from Lufthansa and Scandinavian Airlines, 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?

  • 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 (70%), United Airlines (70%) and Air New Zealand (70%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from California to Frankfurt am Main Airport is $299. On average you can expect to pay $1,584. The most popular route, (Los Angeles - Frankfurt am Main), can usually be booked for $520.

  • 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 $293). Flying from California to Frankfurt am Main Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $743). 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 February 6, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$285Average$709FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
British AirwaysCheapest$444Average$931FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
KLMCheapest$451Average$786FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
TAP AIR PORTUGALCheapest$456Average$662FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$458Average$901FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
CondorCheapest$575Average$913FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
American AirlinesCheapest$586Average$906FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Air FranceCheapest$604Average$810FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
LufthansaCheapest$618Average$995FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
United AirlinesCheapest$632Average$901FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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