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$211+ Cheap flights from California to Frankfurt am Main

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 5/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — FRA
Mar 16 — Mar 231
Mon 3/16
Mon 3/23
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Frankfurt am Main

Cheapest flights from California to Frankfurt am Main
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Frankfurt am Main. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 14, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/137:00 am
SAN
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FRA
2 stops20h 05m
United Airlines
Thu 5/145:30 pm
FRA
-
SAN
1 stop15h 58m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/11$547
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/2112:40 pm
SAN
-
FRA
1 stop13h 35m
Lufthansa
Tue 5/1210:15 am
FRA
-
SAN
1 stop14h 10m
Lufthansa
Deal found 2/9$579
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 5/212:30 pm
SAN
-
FRA
1 stop34h 35m
Air Canada
Tue 5/1210:15 am
FRA
-
SAN
2 stops41h 18m
Air Canada
Deal found 2/10$584
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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.
Sat 5/24:55 pm
SAN
-
FRA
1 stop30h 10m
Air Canada
Wed 5/139:55 am
FRA
-
SAN
2 stops45h 21m
Air Canada
Deal found 2/10$588
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/115:55 pm
SAN
-
FRA
1 stop31h 40m
United Airlines
Thu 3/1910:05 am
FRA
-
SAN
1 stop33h 48m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/10$592
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/147:40 pm
SAN
-
FRA
1 stop29h 05m
United Airlines
Wed 4/2210:00 am
FRA
-
SAN
1 stop34h 53m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/11$593
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/24:55 pm
SAN
-
FRA
1 stop30h 10m
United Airlines
Tue 5/129:15 am
FRA
-
SAN
1 stop15h 10m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/10$595
This AirNGo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. 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 AirNGo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/157:00 am
SAN
-
FRA
1 stop15h 50m
Virgin Atlantic
Tue 3/39:50 am
FRA
-
SAN
1 stop19h 47m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 2/13$596
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/1010:15 pm
SAN
-
FRA
1 stop29h 35m
United Airlines
Thu 3/195:10 pm
FRA
-
SAN
1 stop26h 43m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/10$598
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/296:36 am
SAN
-
FRA
2 stops20h 29m
United Airlines
Tue 5/1210:15 am
FRA
-
SAN
1 stop19h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/10$599
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/12. 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
Wed 3/255:45 pm
FRA
-
LAX
1 stop29h 55m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 2/12$602
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/12. 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 4/147:10 pm
LAX
-
FRA
1 stop34h 25m
Scandinavian Airlines
Thu 4/308:30 pm
FRA
-
LAX
1 stop29h 20m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 2/12$604

Find flight deals from California to Frankfurt am Main

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Frankfurt am Main flight deals. Data was last updated February 14, 2026.

Round-trip from

$547
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$211
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$851
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Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Frankfurt am Main 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 14, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Frankfurt am Main that are best for you.

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San DiegoFrankfurt am Main

SAN - FRA

SANFRA

San Diego

Tue 3/10

2:11 pm-6:35 am

1 stop32h 24m

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 3/19

5:10 pm-11:53 am

1 stop26h 43m

$598

San DiegoFrankfurt am Main

SAN - FRA

SANFRA

San Diego

Mon 4/27

8:00 am-8:55 am

1 stop15h 55m

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 5/11

11:45 am-11:50 am

1 stop33h 05m

$600

San DiegoFrankfurt am Main

SAN - FRA

SANFRA

San Diego

Wed 4/8

6:15 am-9:50 am

1 stop18h 35m

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 4/21

7:00 am-11:50 am

1 stop13h 50m

$601

San DiegoFrankfurt am Main

SAN - FRA

SANFRA

San Diego

Tue 4/14

6:15 am-8:55 am

1 stop17h 40m

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 4/22

2:15 pm-11:50 am

1 stop30h 35m

$601

San DiegoFrankfurt am Main

SAN - FRA

SANFRA

San Diego

Wed 4/29

4:21 pm-6:05 pm

2 stops16h 44m

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 5/14

9:55 am-8:43 pm

1 stop19h 48m

$602

San DiegoFrankfurt am Main

SAN - FRA

SANFRA

San Diego

Wed 3/11

6:15 am-8:40 am

1 stop18h 25m

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 3/19

6:55 am-1:05 pm

1 stop14h 10m

$603

San DiegoFrankfurt am Main

SAN - FRA

SANFRA

San Diego

Sun 3/15

7:00 am-7:50 am

1 stop16h 50m

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 3/23

11:50 am-1:05 pm

1 stop33h 15m

$603

San DiegoFrankfurt am Main

SAN - FRA

SANFRA

San Diego

Mon 3/16

6:15 am-8:40 am

1 stop18h 25m

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 3/23

2:15 pm-1:05 pm

1 stop30h 50m

$603

San DiegoFrankfurt am Main

SAN - FRA

SANFRA

San Diego

Wed 4/29

9:46 am-12:05 pm

2 stops17h 19m

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 5/13

12:15 pm-12:28 am

2 stops21h 13m

$607

San DiegoFrankfurt am Main

SAN - FRA

SANFRA

San Diego

Tue 3/17

3:45 pm-4:45 pm

2 stops17h 00m

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 3/24

6:55 am-1:05 pm

1 stop14h 10m

$607

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Frankfurt am Main (average of $327). Flying from California to Frankfurt am Main 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 am Main. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 14, 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 as you normally would.

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

    Departing from California to Frankfurt am Main will take you 15h 20m. The distance between California and Frankfurt am Main is about 5680 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 to fly from California to Frankfurt am Main one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with TAP AIR PORTUGAL, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $230. Lufthansa flights start at $233 while deals on Scandinavian Airlines start at $285 one-way.

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

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

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from California to Frankfurt am Main on time: Austrian Airlines (70%), United Airlines (70%), Air New Zealand (70%).

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from California to Frankfurt am Main? While on average our users pay $1,556, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $299. The most popular route (Los Angeles - Frankfurt am Main), is priced around $520.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Frankfurt am Main (average of $327). Flying from California to Frankfurt am Main 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 am Main

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from California to Frankfurt am Main. 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 14, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$285Average$708FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
British AirwaysCheapest$444Average$901FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
KLMCheapest$451Average$786FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
TAP AIR PORTUGALCheapest$456Average$662FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$458Average$886FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
CondorCheapest$574Average$912FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
LufthansaCheapest$575Average$1,111FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
American AirlinesCheapest$586Average$933FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Air FranceCheapest$604Average$810FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
United AirlinesCheapest$632Average$903FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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