Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Frankfurt (FRA) from $279

This is the cheapest one-way flight price, found on 11/29. Prices may vary by date and flight preferences.
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How to find the cheapest flight from San Francisco (SFO) to Frankfurt (FRA)

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) 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 noviembre 30, 2023.

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June

Cheapest in

October

Round-trip from

$712

One-way from

$363
High demand for flights, 24% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 25% potential price drop
From San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main
One-way flight from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main

SFO - FRA

Price

$712 - $1,503

FRA

Temperature

33.8 - 64.4 °F

FRA

Rainfall

1.6 - 2.8 inches

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

When searching for a good deal, it’s best to be prepared for potential fluctuations in price. We recommend booking at least 19 days in advance, which can save you up to 25% on flights from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main Airport compared to booking the week you need them. Waiting 19 days out may not be for everyone, so we have options available for flights within the next two weeks, with the lowest price starting at $938. For sooner than that we have options available in the next 3 days from $1,152.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

Our data shows that October tends to be the cheapest month to fly to Frankfurt am Main Airport from San Francisco. Users have commonly found prices around $1,063 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $552. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in June.

When is the cheapest time to fly from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main Airport (SFO - FRA)?

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

Cheap Lufthansa flights from San Francisco to Frankfurt

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Lufthansa for the route between San Francisco and Frankfurt. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,965,316 searches. Data last updated noviembre 30, 2023.
Find some of the cheapest Lufthansa flights traveling from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main. Make sure to double check the flight details before booking.
  • If you’re traveling from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main Airport, one of the more common airlines traveling that route is Lufthansa. San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main Airport flights are typically 46% more expensive than other airlines traveling the same route. Flights from Lufthansa typically cost $1,373.70 RT. The cheapest Lufthansa flight found for this route was $824. When traveling from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main Airport on Lufthansa, the most popular airport to depart from is San Francisco Airport and the most popular airport to arrive at is Frankfurt am Main Airport. When flying from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main Airport, Lufthansa flights are 0% more popular than any other airline flying that same route.

Cheap Scandinavian Airlines flights from San Francisco to Frankfurt

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Scandinavian Airlines for the route between San Francisco and Frankfurt. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,965,316 searches. Data last updated noviembre 30, 2023.
To aid your search, here are some of the cheapest Scandinavian Airlines flights we've found from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main. Ensure the flight price, dates, time, and airline match your criteria before you book.
  • If you’re traveling from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main Airport, one of the more common airlines traveling that route is Scandinavian Airlines. Flights from Scandinavian Airlines traveling this route typically cost $1,271.35 RT. This price is typically 43% more expensive than other airlines that offer San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main Airport flights. When booking this route, the cheapest RT price found was $781. When traveling from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main Airport on Scandinavian Airlines, the most popular airport to depart from is San Francisco Airport and the most popular airport to arrive at is Frankfurt am Main Airport. When flying from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main Airport, Scandinavian Airlines flights are -9% more popular than any other airline flying that same route.

Cheap San Francisco to Frankfurt flights in November & December 2023

Find cheap flight options from San Francisco to Frankfurt specifically for the months of November and December 2023. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,965,316 searches. Prices were last updated on noviembre 30, 2023.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Frankfurt am Main in 2023 at this time. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.

San Francisco to Frankfurt 2023 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between San Francisco and Frankfurt in 2023. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,965,316 searches. Data last updated noviembre 30, 2023.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Frankfurt am Main in 2023 at this time. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.

Non-stop flights to Frankfurt from San Francisco

Discover non-stop flight options from San Francisco to Frankfurt. Find direct flights with no layovers, providing a convenient travel experience. Explore non-stop flight options based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,965,316 searches. Data last updated noviembre 30, 2023.
For a shorter flight, select one of these non-stop flights from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main. Those looking to potentially save on 1 or 2-stop flights from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main should utilize the search form at the the top of the page.

San Francisco to Frankfurt flights leaving soon

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Have a look at some of the last-minute flights available departing from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main. To prevent any unwanted surprises, users should verify their flight info before booking.

One-way flights to Frankfurt from San Francisco

Search for one-way flight options from San Francisco to Frankfurt. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,965,316 searches. Data last updated noviembre 30, 2023.
Take a look at some of the one-way flights we've detected from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main. Those needing a return flight from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main can use the search form above.

Find flights from San Francisco to Frankfurt within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 2,965,316 searches. Data last updated noviembre 30, 2023.

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Any airport

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$501 - $618

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San Francisco

mar. 2/20

1 stop21h 00m

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lun. 2/26

1 stop29h 30m

$501

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SFOFRA

San Francisco

dom. 12/31

1 stop14h 50m

Frankfurt am Main

dom. 1/14

1 stop30h 35m

$547

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SFO - FRA

SFOFRA

San Francisco

sáb. 4/20

Nonstop10h 45m

Frankfurt am Main

mar. 4/30

Nonstop11h 35m

$582

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SFO - FRA

SFOFRA

San Francisco

jue. 2/29

1 stop32h 34m

Frankfurt am Main

dom. 3/3

1 stop22h 09m

$596

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SFO - FRA

SFOFRA

San Francisco

jue. 1/18

1 stop27h 40m

Frankfurt am Main

dom. 1/21

2 stops20h 10m

$597

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SFO - FRA

SFOFRA

San Francisco

vie. 1/19

1 stop18h 05m

Frankfurt am Main

vie. 2/2

2 stops19h 57m

$602

San FranciscoFrankfurt am Main

SFO - FRA

SFOFRA

San Francisco

jue. 1/11

1 stop16h 45m

Frankfurt am Main

mié. 1/24

1 stop17h 03m

$604

San FranciscoFrankfurt am Main

SFO - FRA

SFOFRA

San Francisco

vie. 1/12

1 stop15h 40m

Frankfurt am Main

lun. 1/15

1 stop22h 53m

$605

San FranciscoFrankfurt am Main

SFO - FRA

SFOFRA

San Francisco

vie. 1/19

2 stops31h 50m

Frankfurt am Main

sáb. 1/27

2 stops21h 33m

$618

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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 noviembre 30, 2023.
To help decide which airline to fly from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main, see what other customers have to say about Lufthansa, Scandinavian Airlines and Condor. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.5
Very good
4 reviews

Food

9.0

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.5

Boarding

9.0

Comfort

8.5

Crew

9.0

Reviews

1 / 1

Pros: It was a newer model of the plane that I flew out with and it showed. Excellent interior, food was better than the previous flight. Very comfortable and functional for each individual . Crew were fantastic in there dealings with the passengers Overall a very pleasant experience

Cons: The inflight entertainment was not as good as I expected. To the extent there wasn’t anything that I wanted to watch as I’d seen the only 2 films that I wanted to watch in my previous long haul leg. TV series were severely lacking in choice as was the latest movies.

8.5
Very good
4 reviews
8.5
Very good
4 reviews

Food

9.0

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.5

Boarding

9.0

Comfort

8.5

Crew

9.0

Reviews

1 / 1

Pros: It was a newer model of the plane that I flew out with and it showed. Excellent interior, food was better than the previous flight. Very comfortable and functional for each individual . Crew were fantastic in there dealings with the passengers Overall a very pleasant experience

Cons: The inflight entertainment was not as good as I expected. To the extent there wasn’t anything that I wanted to watch as I’d seen the only 2 films that I wanted to watch in my previous long haul leg. TV series were severely lacking in choice as was the latest movies.

7.9
Good
3,035 reviews
8.5
Very good
4 reviews

Food

9.0

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.5

Boarding

9.0

Comfort

8.5

Crew

9.0

Reviews

1 / 1

Pros: It was a newer model of the plane that I flew out with and it showed. Excellent interior, food was better than the previous flight. Very comfortable and functional for each individual . Crew were fantastic in there dealings with the passengers Overall a very pleasant experience

Cons: The inflight entertainment was not as good as I expected. To the extent there wasn’t anything that I wanted to watch as I’d seen the only 2 films that I wanted to watch in my previous long haul leg. TV series were severely lacking in choice as was the latest movies.

7.6
Good
276 reviews
8.5
Very good
4 reviews

Food

9.0

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.5

Boarding

9.0

Comfort

8.5

Crew

9.0

Reviews

1 / 1

Pros: It was a newer model of the plane that I flew out with and it showed. Excellent interior, food was better than the previous flight. Very comfortable and functional for each individual . Crew were fantastic in there dealings with the passengers Overall a very pleasant experience

Cons: The inflight entertainment was not as good as I expected. To the extent there wasn’t anything that I wanted to watch as I’d seen the only 2 films that I wanted to watch in my previous long haul leg. TV series were severely lacking in choice as was the latest movies.

7.5
Good
192 reviews
8.5
Very good
4 reviews

Food

9.0

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.5

Boarding

9.0

Comfort

8.5

Crew

9.0

Reviews

1 / 1

Pros: It was a newer model of the plane that I flew out with and it showed. Excellent interior, food was better than the previous flight. Very comfortable and functional for each individual . Crew were fantastic in there dealings with the passengers Overall a very pleasant experience

Cons: The inflight entertainment was not as good as I expected. To the extent there wasn’t anything that I wanted to watch as I’d seen the only 2 films that I wanted to watch in my previous long haul leg. TV series were severely lacking in choice as was the latest movies.

7.5
Good
125 reviews
8.5
Very good
4 reviews

Food

9.0

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.5

Boarding

9.0

Comfort

8.5

Crew

9.0

Reviews

1 / 1

Pros: It was a newer model of the plane that I flew out with and it showed. Excellent interior, food was better than the previous flight. Very comfortable and functional for each individual . Crew were fantastic in there dealings with the passengers Overall a very pleasant experience

Cons: The inflight entertainment was not as good as I expected. To the extent there wasn’t anything that I wanted to watch as I’d seen the only 2 films that I wanted to watch in my previous long haul leg. TV series were severely lacking in choice as was the latest movies.

Related info for your journey

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

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

For a flight from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main, you will be flying from San Francisco. San Francisco (SFO) is just 11.8 mi from the center of the city. San Francisco is the only San Francisco airport and it handles 13 outbound flights to Frankfurt am Main per day. 14 airlines have flights to Frankfurt am Main from San Francisco on a regular basis.

Can I find flights from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main Airport for under $600 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main Airport for under $600. The cheapest flight booked recently is on TAP AIR PORTUGAL for just $501, but on average you can expect to pay $584.

Are there nonstop flights from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main Airport for under $600 on Cheapflights?

Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main Airport under $600. A good price for a nonstop flight from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main Airport is less than $695.

Are there last-minute flights available from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main Airport for under $600?

There are currently 20+ open flights from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main Airport within the next 7 days for less than $600.

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

Flying on TAP AIR PORTUGAL is currently your cheapest option to Frankfurt am Main Airport, with prices starting at $501. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Scandinavian Airlines and Condor, with the lowest prices starting at $547 and $582, respectively. You may be able to fly from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main Airport for 52% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

For one-way options, check prices for SWISS. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $363. Users have also found prices from $373 and $397 on TAP AIR PORTUGAL and KLM, respectively.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

What are the most reliable airlines from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main Airport consider choosing Condor (77%), Alaska Airlines (77%) or Air Canada (76%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

While on average a flight from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main Airport is generally $1,897, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $370. When looking at the most popular route, (San Francisco - Frankfurt am Main), you can expect to pay $476 for that flight.

What does SFO to FRA mean?

SFO stands for San Francisco Airport, while FRA stands for Frankfurt am Main Airport. These codes are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry.

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Top 10 airlines flying from San Francisco to Frankfurt

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
TAP AIR PORTUGALCheapest$370Average$695FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$521Average$706FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapest$606Average$1,026FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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DeltaCheapest$617Average$930FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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KLMCheapest$626Average$1,437FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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American AirlinesCheapest$639Average$1,075FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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CondorCheapest$650Average$1,051FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$716Average$772FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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LufthansaCheapest$781Average$1,271FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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United AirlinesCheapest$824Average$1,374FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Hourly flight availability from San Francisco to Frankfurt

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 noviembre 30, 2023.
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Weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Frankfurt

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco 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 noviembre 30, 2023.
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