Frankfurt

$387+ 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 9/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — FRA
Jun 17 — Jun 241
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Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Frankfurt

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 May 18, 2026.

This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/1311:04 am
SAN
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FRA
1 stop16h 36m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 8/2711:40 am
FRA
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SAN
1 stop16h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/16$680
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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 8/1211:04 am
SAN
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FRA
1 stop16h 36m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 8/2411:40 am
FRA
-
SAN
1 stop16h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/14$739
This Condor deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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 Condor is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/1911:11 am
SAN
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FRA
1 stop16h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 9/211:40 am
FRA
-
SAN
1 stop16h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/17$740
This Condor deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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 Condor is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/176:55 am
SAN
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FRA
1 stop19h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 10/111:40 am
FRA
-
SAN
1 stop16h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/16$750
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 9/207:15 am
SAN
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FRA
1 stop20h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 10/811:40 am
FRA
-
SAN
1 stop15h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/13$755
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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 8/1111:04 am
SAN
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FRA
1 stop16h 36m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 8/2511:40 am
FRA
-
SAN
1 stop21h 09m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/14$770
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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.
Fri 8/1410:04 am
SAN
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FRA
1 stop17h 36m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 8/2811:40 am
FRA
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SAN
1 stop16h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/15$772
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 8/1011:04 am
SAN
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FRA
1 stop16h 36m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 8/3011:40 am
FRA
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SAN
1 stop16h 27m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/13$778
This Condor deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 Condor is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/156:50 am
SAN
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FRA
1 stop18h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 8/2911:40 am
FRA
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SAN
1 stop16h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/13$780
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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 10/76:15 am
SAN
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FRA
1 stop21h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 10/212:15 pm
FRA
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SAN
1 stop17h 43m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/15$783
This Condor deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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 Condor is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/179:08 am
SAN
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FRA
1 stop18h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 10/311:50 pm
FRA
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SAN
1 stop17h 08m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/16$790

Find flight deals from San Diego to Frankfurt

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 May 18, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$680
(Travelocity)

One-way from

$387
(Booking.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$781
Provider with most accurate pricing for San Diego-Frankfurt am Main flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for San Diego-Frankfurt am Main flights.
From San Diego to Frankfurt am Main
One-way flight from San Diego to Frankfurt am Main
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 20% potential increase in price ($223 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($42 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 2026

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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 May 18, 2026.
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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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

San DiegoFrankfurt am Main

SAN - FRA

SANFRA

San Diego

Fri 10/16

6:15 am-1:00 pm

1 stop21h 45m

Frankfurt am Main

Fri 10/23

11:40 am-8:13 pm

1 stop17h 33m

$800

San DiegoFrankfurt am Main

SAN - FRA

SANFRA

San Diego

Sun 11/8

12:45 pm-9:20 am

1 stop35h 35m

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 11/18

10:05 am-10:53 am

1 stop33h 48m

$840

San DiegoFrankfurt am Main

SAN - FRA

SANFRA

San Diego

Wed 11/11

10:00 am-7:45 pm

3 stops24h 45m

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 11/18

10:30 am-11:03 pm

2 stops21h 33m

$885

San DiegoFrankfurt am Main

SAN - FRA

SANFRA

San Diego

Thu 6/4

7:15 am-1:10 pm

1 stop20h 55m

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 6/11

12:40 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop16h 30m

$990

San DiegoFrankfurt am Main

SAN - FRA

SANFRA

San Diego

Wed 6/10

8:40 am-12:45 pm

1 stop19h 05m

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 6/17

11:40 am-8:08 pm

1 stop17h 28m

$1,000
Quickest round-trip

San DiegoFrankfurt am Main

SAN - FRA

SANFRA

San Diego

Tue 8/11

2:24 pm-2:35 pm

1 stop15h 11m

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 8/26

9:15 am-3:25 pm

1 stop15h 10m

$1,003

San DiegoFrankfurt am Main

SAN - FRA

SANFRA

San Diego

Sun 8/9

7:59 am-8:55 am

1 stop15h 56m

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 8/26

2:15 pm-11:50 pm

2 stops18h 35m

$1,009

San DiegoFrankfurt am Main

SAN - FRA

SANFRA

San Diego

Wed 6/3

9:01 am-12:40 pm

1 stop18h 39m

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 6/10

11:40 am-6:21 pm

1 stop15h 41m

$1,020

San DiegoFrankfurt am Main

SAN - FRA

SANFRA

San Diego

Wed 8/12

9:46 am-9:50 am

2 stops15h 04m

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 8/26

7:00 am-5:04 pm

2 stops19h 04m

$1,024

San DiegoFrankfurt am Main

SAN - FRA

SANFRA

San Diego

Fri 10/16

6:33 am-8:45 am

2 stops17h 12m

Frankfurt am Main

Fri 10/23

10:55 am-10:33 pm

1 stop20h 38m

$1,046

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Deals found on 5/15

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Diego to Frankfurt in May.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*1 star
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
BusinessClassPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-Frankfurt am Main Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Diego-Frankfurt am Main Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Diego-Frankfurt am Main Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-Frankfurt am Main Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San Diego-Frankfurt am Main Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Frankfurt

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Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

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?

The best time to book flights from San Diego to Frankfurt am Main Airport is 89 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Frankfurt am Main Airport (average of $605). Flying from San Diego to Frankfurt am Main Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,299). 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.

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 May 18, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta,United Airlines, andAir Canada 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.

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

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.

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

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.

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

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.

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

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.

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

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.

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

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 6 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from San Diego to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    United Airlines and Scandinavian Airlines can get you from San Diego to Frankfurt am Main Airport in just under 24h 45m. Your travel time can differ by up to 10h 50m. San Diego and Frankfurt am Main Airport are separated by a distance of 5823 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    According to our current data, British Airways ($444), Air Canada ($495), and Delta ($524) 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 47% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Lufthansa, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $233. United Airlines flights start at $378 while deals on Aer Lingus start at $442 one-way.

  • 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Frankfurt am Main Airport (average of $605). Flying from San Diego to Frankfurt am Main Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,299). 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 6 airlines flying from San Diego to Frankfurt

Discover the top 6 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 May 18, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapest$444Average$906FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Air CanadaCheapest$495Average$1,128FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
DeltaCheapest$524Average$835FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
LufthansaCheapest$583Average$807FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
United AirlinesCheapest$605Average$822FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
CondorCheapest$991Average$991FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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