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$234+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) 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 1/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — FRA
Jan 17 — Jan 241
Sat 1/17
Sat 1/24
1 adult, Economy
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Tue 12/3012:42 pmSAN - FRA
2 stops22h 23mLufthansa
Tue 1/69:40 pmFRA - SAN
2 stops33h 16mLufthansa
Deal found 12/15$836
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/304:45 pmSAN - FRA
2 stops28h 55mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/68:50 pmFRA - SAN
2 stops34h 06mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/15$885
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/307:55 pmSAN - FRA
1 stop28h 40mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/610:05 amFRA - SAN
1 stop34h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/15$1,062
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/1811:41 amSAN - FRA
1 stop16h 09mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/1511:15 amFRA - SAN
1 stop36h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/15$1,373
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/224:47 pmSAN - FRA
2 stops55h 53mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/67:50 pmFRA - SAN
2 stops56h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/15$1,623
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/286:25 amSAN - FRA
1 stop17h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/73:15 pmFRA - SAN
2 stops53h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$1,632
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/229:24 pmSAN - FRA
1 stop30h 26mAlaska Airlines
Mon 1/51:55 pmFRA - SAN
1 stop31h 40mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/15$1,637
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/186:15 amSAN - FRA
1 stop21h 35mAlaska Airlines
Thu 1/1511:15 amFRA - SAN
2 stops30h 20mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/15$1,651

Find flight deals from San Diego to Frankfurt am Main

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) to Frankfurt am Main (FK0). 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 December 18, 2025.

Round-trip from

$651
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$234
(Thrive Travel)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,172
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San DiegoFrankfurt am Main

SAN - FRA

SANFRA

San Diego

Sat 1/10

6:05 pm-7:25 am

2 stops28h 20m

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 1/21

10:15 am-3:45 pm

1 stop14h 30m

$674

San DiegoFrankfurt am Main

SAN - FRA

SANFRA

San Diego

Thu 1/1

7:40 am-11:05 am

2 stops18h 25m

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 1/12

10:15 pm-6:44 pm

2 stops29h 29m

$678

San DiegoFrankfurt am Main

SAN - FRA

SANFRA

San Diego

Sat 1/10

6:05 pm-7:25 am

2 stops28h 20m

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 1/21

5:10 pm-12:03 pm

2 stops27h 53m

$689

San DiegoFrankfurt am Main

SAN - FRA

SANFRA

San Diego

Wed 1/7

6:00 pm-2:55 pm

1 stop35h 55m

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 1/14

10:05 am-11:53 am

1 stop34h 48m

$697

San DiegoFrankfurt am Main

SAN - FRA

SANFRA

San Diego

Mon 1/12

10:37 am-7:45 pm

3 stops24h 08m

Frankfurt am Main

Sun 1/25

10:30 am-12:05 am

2 stops22h 35m

$716

San DiegoFrankfurt am Main

SAN - FRA

SANFRA

San Diego

Tue 1/6

10:00 pm-7:50 am

1 stop24h 50m

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 1/14

10:40 am-6:58 pm

1 stop17h 18m

$718

San DiegoFrankfurt am Main

SAN - FRA

SANFRA

San Diego

Fri 1/30

10:37 am-2:30 pm

3 stops18h 53m

Frankfurt am Main

Fri 2/6

10:30 am-12:05 am

2 stops22h 35m

$718

San DiegoFrankfurt am Main

SAN - FRA

SANFRA

San Diego

Sat 1/31

10:37 am-2:30 pm

3 stops18h 53m

Frankfurt am Main

Sat 2/7

10:30 am-9:05 pm

2 stops19h 35m

$746

San DiegoFrankfurt am Main

SAN - FRA

SANFRA

San Diego

Mon 1/12

10:37 am-2:30 pm

3 stops18h 53m

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 1/19

10:30 am-12:05 am

2 stops22h 35m

$848

San DiegoFrankfurt am Main

SAN - FRA

SANFRA

San Diego

Thu 2/5

11:08 am-10:55 am

1 stop14h 47m

$234

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Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Frankfurt am Main

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to Frankfurt am Main. Price data was last updated on December 12, 2025.

Booking 69 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San Diego to Frankfurt am Main. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Frankfurt am Main (average of $593). Flying from San Diego to Frankfurt am Main in June is currently the most expensive (average of $920). 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 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 December 18, 2025.

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

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

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Diego to Frankfurt am Main flight should consider departing on Friday evenings 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Frankfurt am Main

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Frankfurt am Main. 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 am Main. Reviews last updated December 18, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from San Diego to Frankfurt am Main to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

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
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

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
9,095 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

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
11,054 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

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.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,534 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

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
7,637 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Diego 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.

  • 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 7 different airlines.

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

    Airlines like Lufthansa, Air Canada, and United Airlines fly from San Diego to Frankfurt am Main in about 18h 25m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 17h 30m. San Diego and Frankfurt am Main are separated by a distance of 5823 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    According to our current data, British Airways ($444), Delta ($630), and Lufthansa ($633) offers the cheapest pricing from San Diego to Frankfurt am Main. These flights start at 46% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with United Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $378. Lufthansa flights start at $412 while deals on WestJet start at $433 one-way.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Diego 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 San Diego to Frankfurt am Main.

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

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Frankfurt am Main (average of $593). Flying from San Diego to Frankfurt am Main in June is currently the most expensive (average of $920). 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 7 airlines flying from San Diego to Frankfurt am Main

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from San Diego 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 December 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapest$468Average$824FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
DeltaCheapest$630Average$804FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
LufthansaCheapest$633Average$831FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
United AirlinesCheapest$651Average$825FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$654Average$879FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Air CanadaCheapest$674Average$745FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
CondorCheapest$966Average$991FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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