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$212+ 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 4/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — FRA
Feb 20 — Feb 271
Fri 2/20
Fri 2/27
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 January 21, 2026.

This AirNGo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 3/912:40 pm
SAN
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FRA
1 stop14h 30m
Air Canada
Wed 3/259:45 am
FRA
-
SAN
2 stops20h 58m
Air Canada
Deal found 1/19$515
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/1012:40 pm
SAN
-
FRA
1 stop13h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 3/138:15 am
FRA
-
SAN
1 stop16h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/19$524
This AirNGo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 2/236:00 pm
SAN
-
FRA
1 stop18h 55m
British Airways
Tue 3/1010:15 am
FRA
-
SAN
1 stop16h 08m
British Airways
Deal found 1/21$533
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 2/109:55 am
SAN
-
FRA
1 stop15h 35m
Lufthansa
Fri 3/1310:50 am
FRA
-
SAN
1 stop16h 10m
Lufthansa
Deal found 1/19$536
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/2910:30 pm
SAN
-
FRA
2 stops23h 10m
Air Canada
Fri 12/1110:40 am
FRA
-
SAN
2 stops40h 47m
Air Canada
Deal found 1/19$544
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Wed 3/42:46 pm
SAN
-
FRA
2 stops19h 04m
British Airways
Tue 3/1710:15 am
FRA
-
SAN
1 stop16h 08m
British Airways
Deal found 1/21$547
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 3/1812:40 pm
SAN
-
FRA
1 stop14h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 4/147:15 am
FRA
-
SAN
1 stop17h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/19$550
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/181:16 pm
SAN
-
FRA
2 stops24h 44m
British Airways
Tue 4/1410:55 am
FRA
-
SAN
1 stop16h 10m
British Airways
Deal found 1/19$552
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/121:16 pm
SAN
-
FRA
2 stops24h 09m
British Airways
Tue 4/286:40 am
FRA
-
SAN
1 stop20h 10m
British Airways
Deal found 1/21$553
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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
Thu 4/27:45 pm
FRA
-
LAX
1 stop27h 50m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 1/21$622
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/137:10 pm
LAX
-
FRA
1 stop34h 25m
Scandinavian Airlines
Sat 4/183:20 pm
FRA
-
LAX
1 stop34h 30m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 1/21$623
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Tue 2/34:45 pm
LAX
-
FRA
1 stop20h 55m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Fri 2/201:25 pm
FRA
-
LAX
1 stop34h 35m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 1/21$624

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 January 21, 2026.

Round-trip from

$515
(AirNGo)

One-way from

$212
(Mytrip)

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Average price

$1,042
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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 January 21, 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

Sun 3/1

6:15 am-9:35 am

1 stop18h 20m

Frankfurt am Main

Sat 3/7

5:15 pm-3:45 pm

1 stop31h 30m

$582

San DiegoFrankfurt am Main

SAN - FRA

SANFRA

San Diego

Thu 3/5

4:00 pm-2:55 pm

1 stop13h 55m

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 3/31

5:05 pm-11:53 am

1 stop27h 48m

$583

San DiegoFrankfurt am Main

SAN - FRA

SANFRA

San Diego

Thu 3/5

6:00 pm-7:25 pm

1 stop16h 25m

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 3/9

3:10 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop34h 00m

$584

San DiegoFrankfurt am Main

SAN - FRA

SANFRA

San Diego

Wed 3/4

7:50 pm-6:35 am

2 stops25h 45m

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 3/19

12:50 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop17h 50m

$585

San DiegoFrankfurt am Main

SAN - FRA

SANFRA

San Diego

Sat 3/7

4:00 pm-2:55 pm

1 stop13h 55m

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 3/17

1:20 pm-8:53 pm

1 stop15h 33m

$585

San DiegoFrankfurt am Main

SAN - FRA

SANFRA

San Diego

Mon 3/2

7:50 pm-6:35 am

2 stops25h 45m

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 3/16

8:40 am-7:00 pm

1 stop18h 20m

$585

San DiegoFrankfurt am Main

SAN - FRA

SANFRA

San Diego

Sat 3/7

10:30 pm-6:35 am

1 stop23h 05m

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 3/16

8:40 am-7:00 pm

1 stop18h 20m

$585

San DiegoFrankfurt am Main

SAN - FRA

SANFRA

San Diego

Fri 3/6

7:55 am-11:05 am

2 stops18h 10m

Frankfurt am Main

Fri 3/13

8:40 am-11:40 pm

2 stops23h 00m

$585

San DiegoFrankfurt am Main

SAN - FRA

SANFRA

San Diego

Fri 3/6

10:30 pm-6:40 am

2 stops23h 10m

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 3/31

5:05 pm-11:53 am

1 stop27h 48m

$591

Los AngelesFrankfurt am Main

LAX - FRA

LAXFRA

Los Angeles

Sun 2/1

7:30 pm-7:45 pm

1 stop15h 15m

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 4/30

8:30 pm-4:50 pm

1 stop29h 20m

$641

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Best time to book a flight from California to Frankfurt am Main

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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 $292). 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 January 21, 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.

Weekly flight availability from California to Frankfurt am Main

Explore weekly flight availability from California to Frankfurt am Main. 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 January 21, 2026.

The most flights from USCA to FK0 are scheduled on a Monday (5 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

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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 15m. The distance between California and Frankfurt am Main is about 5788 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 Lufthansa, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $233. TAP AIR PORTUGAL flights start at $242 while deals on Scandinavian Airlines start at $253 one-way.

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

    While some choose either San Francisco - Frankfurt am Main or Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl - 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 (68%), United Airlines (68%), Air New Zealand (68%).

  • 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 $1,233, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $360. The most popular route (Los Angeles - Frankfurt am Main), is priced around $505.

  • 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 $292). 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 January 21, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$285Average$711FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
British AirwaysCheapest$444Average$878FlexibilityNo 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
LufthansaCheapest$575Average$1,126FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
CondorCheapest$578Average$911FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
American AirlinesCheapest$586Average$906FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Air FranceCheapest$604Average$824FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Aer LingusCheapest$638Average$863FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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