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$321+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) 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 9/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — FRA
Aug 23 — Aug 301
Sat 8/23
Sat 8/30
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Diego to Frankfurt am Main are usually found in February or October, booked 11 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Saturday and return on a Sunday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) to Frankfurt (FRA). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated August 18, 2025.

Round-trip from

$520
(Orbitz)

One-way from

$321
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$784
From San Diego to Frankfurt am Main
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Frankfurt
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Frankfurt. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 18, 2025.

This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/612:18 pmSAN - FRA
1 stop15h 22mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/2011:40 amFRA - SAN
1 stop17h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/17$520
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/712:18 pmSAN - FRA
1 stop15h 22mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/2111:40 amFRA - SAN
1 stop16h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/18$550
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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.
Mon 9/811:28 amSAN - FRA
1 stop16h 12mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/2311:40 amFRA - SAN
1 stop21h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/16$570
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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.
Tue 8/2611:28 amSAN - FRA
1 stop16h 12mMultiple Airlines
Wed 9/1011:40 amFRA - SAN
1 stop21h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/16$580
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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.
Tue 9/1611:28 amSAN - FRA
1 stop16h 12mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/3011:40 amFRA - SAN
1 stop21h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/16$590
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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.
Wed 10/812:18 pmSAN - FRA
1 stop15h 22mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/2211:40 amFRA - SAN
1 stop16h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/16$600
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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.
Wed 9/1012:26 pmSAN - FRA
1 stop15h 14mMultiple Airlines
Fri 9/1911:40 amFRA - SAN
1 stop21h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/17$610
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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.
Thu 10/910:20 amSAN - FRA
1 stop17h 20mMultiple Airlines
Thu 10/231:45 pmFRA - SAN
1 stop16h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/17$620
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/511:28 amSAN - FRA
1 stop16h 12mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/2111:40 amFRA - SAN
1 stop21h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/17$626
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/2311:28 amSAN - FRA
1 stop16h 12mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/3011:40 amFRA - SAN
1 stop21h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/16$630
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/2312:43 pmSAN - FRA
1 stop35h 37mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/510:40 amFRA - SAN
1 stop34h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/16$637
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/2212:25 pmSAN - FRA
1 stop33h 15mAir Canada
Tue 12/99:45 amFRA - SAN
2 stops34h 45mAir Canada
Deal found 8/16$639

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego 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 August 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Frankfurt am Main Airport that are best for you.

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San Diego

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Frankfurt

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Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoFrankfurt am Main

SAN - FRA

SANFRA

San Diego

Mon 10/6

12:18 pm-12:40 pm

1 stop15h 22m

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 10/20

11:40 am-8:19 pm

1 stop17h 39m

$520

San DiegoFrankfurt am Main

SAN - FRA

SANFRA

San Diego

Tue 10/7

12:18 pm-12:40 pm

1 stop15h 22m

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 10/21

11:40 am-7:15 pm

1 stop16h 35m

$550

San DiegoFrankfurt am Main

SAN - FRA

SANFRA

San Diego

Mon 9/8

11:28 am-12:40 pm

1 stop16h 12m

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 9/23

11:40 am-11:44 pm

1 stop21h 04m

$570

San DiegoFrankfurt am Main

SAN - FRA

SANFRA

San Diego

Wed 9/17

12:26 pm-12:40 pm

1 stop15h 14m

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 10/1

11:40 am-11:44 pm

1 stop21h 04m

$580

San DiegoFrankfurt am Main

SAN - FRA

SANFRA

San Diego

Wed 9/24

12:26 pm-12:40 pm

1 stop15h 14m

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 10/1

11:40 am-11:44 pm

1 stop21h 04m

$580

San DiegoFrankfurt am Main

SAN - FRA

SANFRA

San Diego

Tue 9/16

11:28 am-12:40 pm

1 stop16h 12m

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 9/30

11:40 am-11:44 pm

1 stop21h 04m

$590

San DiegoFrankfurt am Main

SAN - FRA

SANFRA

San Diego

Wed 10/8

12:18 pm-12:40 pm

1 stop15h 22m

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 10/22

11:40 am-7:15 pm

1 stop16h 35m

$600

San DiegoFrankfurt am Main

SAN - FRA

SANFRA

San Diego

Wed 9/10

11:28 am-12:40 pm

1 stop16h 12m

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 9/16

11:40 am-11:44 pm

1 stop21h 04m

$610

San DiegoFrankfurt am Main

SAN - FRA

SANFRA

San Diego

Wed 9/10

12:26 pm-12:40 pm

1 stop15h 14m

Frankfurt am Main

Fri 9/19

11:40 am-11:44 pm

1 stop21h 04m

$610

San DiegoFrankfurt am Main

SAN - FRA

SANFRA

San Diego

Mon 10/13

8:10 am-8:10 am

1 stop15h 00m

Frankfurt am Main

Fri 10/24

10:15 am-3:51 pm

1 stop14h 36m

$620

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Diego to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to Frankfurt. Price data was last updated on August 8, 2025.

The best time to book flights from San Diego to Frankfurt am Main Airport is 11 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 San Diego to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Frankfurt am Main Airport (average of $729). Flying from San Diego to Frankfurt am Main Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,091). 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 SAN to FRA?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego 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 August 18, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from San Diego to Frankfurt am Main Airport in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 20% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

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

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Diego to Frankfurt am Main Airport flight should consider departing on Wednesday mornings 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.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Frankfurt

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Frankfurt. 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 Frankfurt. Reviews last updated August 18, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from San Diego to Frankfurt am Main Airport by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,925 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,330 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,277 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Diego to Frankfurt am Main?

    If you book a flight to Frankfurt am Main from San Diego, you will be flying from San Diego, which is the city’s only airport. San Diego (SAN) is located 2.6 mi from the center of San Diego. There are 0 flights from San Diego to Frankfurt am Main per day from 8 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Diego to Frankfurt am Main Airport round-trip?

    According to our current data, American Airlines ($516), Delta ($524), and British Airways ($529) offers the cheapest pricing from San Diego to Frankfurt am Main Airport. You may be able to fly from San Diego to Frankfurt am Main Airport for 36% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Diego to Frankfurt?

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Frankfurt am Main Airport (average of $729). Flying from San Diego to Frankfurt am Main Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,091). 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 San Diego to Frankfurt

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from San Diego 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 August 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$516Average$859FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$524Average$728FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
British AirwaysCheapest$529Average$720FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
KLMCheapest$632Average$788FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$651Average$774FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
LufthansaCheapest$671Average$935FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Air CanadaCheapest$682Average$1,089FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$1,096Average$1,288FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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