Frankfurt am Main

$384+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Frankfurt am Main

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SFO — FRA
Dec 31 — Jan 71
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 1, 2025.

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Sat 12/64:35 pmSFO - FRA
1 stop21h 05mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Tue 12/165:45 pmFRA - SFO
1 stop29h 45mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 12/1$655
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Wed 12/319:21 amSFO - FRA
2 stops25h 24mScandinavian Airlines
Sun 1/118:30 pmFRA - SFO
1 stop27h 05mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 12/1$725
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Wed 12/314:35 pmSFO - FRA
1 stop15h 20mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Sun 1/111:25 pmFRA - SFO
1 stop34h 10mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 12/1$742
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Sun 12/1412:25 pmSFO - FRA
2 stops41h 05mScandinavian Airlines
Sun 4/123:20 pmFRA - SFO
1 stop32h 20mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 11/30$802
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Wed 12/37:00 amSFO - FRA
2 stops27h 45mScandinavian Airlines
Wed 12/108:30 pmFRA - SFO
1 stop27h 05mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 11/30$821
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Sat 12/612:22 pmSFO - FRA
1 stop15h 28mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/1211:15 amFRA - SFO
1 stop22h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/1$830
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Mon 12/294:40 pmSFO - FRA
1 stop12h 50mScandinavian Airlines
Sat 1/1010:30 amFRA - SFO
1 stop13h 05mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 11/30$834
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Mon 12/84:35 pmSFO - FRA
2 stops18h 25mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Sun 12/141:25 pmFRA - SFO
1 stop34h 10mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 11/30$850
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/30. 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.
Thu 12/49:00 amSFO - FRA
1 stop18h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sat 12/611:15 amFRA - SFO
1 stop19h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/30$860
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Mon 12/1512:25 pmSFO - FRA
2 stops41h 05mScandinavian Airlines
Wed 12/243:15 pmFRA - SFO
1 stop32h 20mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 12/1$873
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Sat 12/69:16 pmSFO - FRA
2 stops29h 49mIcelandair
Fri 12/121:05 pmFRA - SFO
2 stops19h 54mIcelandair
Deal found 12/1$876
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Fri 12/51:00 pmSFO - HHN
3 stops26h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/143:10 pmHHN - SFO
2 stops32h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/1$890

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) 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 1, 2025.

Round-trip from

$646
(Scandinavian Airlines)

One-way from

$384
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,299
From San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main
One-way flight from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($124 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($33 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 December 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main that are best for you.

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San FranciscoFrankfurt am Main

SFO - FRA

SFOFRA

San Francisco

Wed 1/14

1:00 pm-7:45 pm

2 stops21h 45m

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 1/27

10:30 am-10:54 pm

2 stops21h 24m

$655

San FranciscoFrankfurt am Main

SFO - FRA

SFOFRA

San Francisco

Wed 1/14

1:00 pm-7:45 pm

2 stops21h 45m

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 1/21

10:10 pm-2:35 pm

1 stop25h 25m

$705

San FranciscoFrankfurt am Main

SFO - FRA

SFOFRA

San Francisco

Sun 2/15

7:00 am-9:50 am

2 stops17h 50m

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 2/18

10:30 am-11:02 pm

2 stops21h 32m

$725

San FranciscoFrankfurt am Main

SFO - HHN

SFOHHN

San Francisco

Sun 3/1

6:20 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop19h 55m

Frankfurt-Hahn

Sun 3/15

3:10 pm-3:35 pm

2 stops32h 25m

$749

San FranciscoFrankfurt am Main

SFO - FRA

SFOFRA

San Francisco

Fri 3/20

5:40 pm-7:45 pm

1 stop18h 05m

Frankfurt am Main

Fri 3/27

7:55 am-11:16 pm

2 stops23h 21m

$759

San FranciscoFrankfurt am Main

SFO - HHN

SFOHHN

San Francisco

Sun 4/26

7:45 pm-12:10 am

1 stop19h 25m

Frankfurt-Hahn

Mon 5/11

7:25 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop31h 35m

$838

San FranciscoFrankfurt am Main

SFO - HHN

SFOHHN

San Francisco

Sun 1/18

6:20 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop19h 55m

Frankfurt-Hahn

Tue 2/3

4:35 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops52h 35m

$860

San FranciscoFrankfurt am Main

SFO - HHN

SFOHHN

San Francisco

Fri 3/13

6:20 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop21h 05m

Frankfurt-Hahn

Fri 4/3

11:15 pm-5:35 pm

2 stops27h 20m

$868

San FranciscoFrankfurt am Main

SFO - HHN

SFOHHN

San Francisco

Mon 1/19

4:30 pm-11:40 am

1 stop34h 10m

Frankfurt-Hahn

Tue 2/3

4:35 pm-8:10 pm

2 stops36h 35m

$869

San FranciscoFrankfurt am Main

SFO - HHN

SFOHHN

San Francisco

Fri 1/16

5:20 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop21h 05m

Frankfurt-Hahn

Sun 1/25

3:10 pm-2:35 pm

2 stops32h 25m

$885

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

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main. Price data was last updated on November 28, 2025.

Booking 44 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San Francisco 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 Francisco to Frankfurt am Main?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main (average of $299). Flying from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main in June is currently the most expensive (average of $769). 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 SFO to FRA?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 1, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 12% on airfare.

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

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main flight should consider departing on Saturday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco 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 December 1, 2025.

The most flights from SFO to FK0 are scheduled on a Monday (13 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (12 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main?

How often are flights from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main delayed?

About 15% of weekly flights between San Francisco and Frankfurt am Main have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 160 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main flights?

Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Sunday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Friday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main flights?

Over the last year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 13% of flights being delayed.

The best insider tips for San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main flights

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Lufthansa's Sleeper's Row allows spreading across three seats with a mattress and blanket for long flights.

Airports
SFO

For a stress-free departure, use the AirTrain Red Line to navigate between terminals quickly at SFO.

FRA

Upon arrival at FRA, take the S8 or S9 trains from Terminal 1 to reach Frankfurt city center in about 15 minutes.

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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 1, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Scandinavian Airlines, and United Airlines from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2025

LAX - LIH

The staff were exceptional! They all were kind, accommodating, and professional.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2025

LAX - LIH

The staff were exceptional! They all were kind, accommodating, and professional.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2025

LAX - LIH

The staff were exceptional! They all were kind, accommodating, and professional.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2025

LAX - LIH

The staff were exceptional! They all were kind, accommodating, and professional.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2025

LAX - LIH

The staff were exceptional! They all were kind, accommodating, and professional.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2025

LAX - LIH

The staff were exceptional! They all were kind, accommodating, and professional.

Related info for your journey

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  • 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 12 outbound flights to Frankfurt am Main per day. 10 airlines have flights to Frankfurt am Main from San Francisco on a regular basis.

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

    A quick flight from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main can take about 21h 45m. Scandinavian Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $655. Airlines will cover a distance of 5680 mi.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main is Scandinavian Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $285 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Delta and TAP AIR PORTUGAL, starting at $458 and $525 round-trip. Users have found that Scandinavian Airlines is 69% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is WestJet, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $424. However, be on the lookout for offers from Scandinavian Airlines and TAP AIR PORTUGAL, as they are both options that can get you from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main for a low price.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main consider choosing Air Canada (78%), United Airlines (75%) or Air New Zealand (75%) 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?

    The cheapest flight price from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main is $422. On average you can expect to pay $2,974. The most popular route, (San Francisco - Frankfurt am Main), can usually be booked for $525.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main (average of $299). Flying from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main in June is currently the most expensive (average of $769). 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 San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$285Average$696FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$458Average$838FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
TAP AIR PORTUGALCheapest$525Average$690FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
British AirwaysCheapest$530Average$779FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
CondorCheapest$579Average$858FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
United AirlinesCheapest$703Average$1,112FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$729Average$827FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$739Average$878FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
LufthansaCheapest$739Average$1,403FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$856Average$1,095FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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