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$442+ Cheap flights from Frankfurt (FRA) to Los Angeles (LAX)

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 6/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
FRA — LAX
May 4 — May 111
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Frankfurt am Main to Los Angeles are usually found in February or November, booked 37 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Frankfurt to Los Angeles

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Frankfurt (FRA) to Los Angeles (LAX). 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 April 29, 2025.

Most accurate provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$557
(Billigflug)

One-way from

$442
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$752

Good round-trip deal

$674 or less

Good one-way deal

$640 or less
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From Frankfurt am Main to Los Angeles
One-way flight from Frankfurt am Main to Los Angeles
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($99 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($19 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Frankfurt to Los Angeles. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 29, 2025.

This Billigflug deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Billigflug is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/169:55 amFRA - LAX
1 stop18h 55mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/204:35 pmLAX - FRA
1 stop31h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28$557
This lastminute.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 lastminute.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/312:30 pmFRA - LAX
Nonstop12h 00mCondor
Tue 6/35:30 pmLAX - FRA
Nonstop11h 15mCondor
Deal found 4/28$562
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/147:00 amFRA - LAX
1 stop16h 50mDelta
Mon 6/307:35 amLAX - FRA
2 stops16h 25mDelta
Deal found 4/28$566
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/139:20 amFRA - LAX
1 stop22h 34mAmerican Airlines
Wed 7/211:54 amLAX - FRA
2 stops21h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/28$571
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/17:20 pmFRA - LAX
1 stop25h 30mKLM
Wed 6/117:35 amLAX - FRA
1 stop17h 15mKLM
Deal found 4/28$575
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/2111:00 amFRA - LAX
2 stops18h 29mVirgin Atlantic
Sun 7/66:00 amLAX - FRA
1 stop17h 40mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 4/28$584
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/1410:15 amFRA - LAX
1 stop14h 00mLufthansa
Thu 7/36:40 pmLAX - FRA
Nonstop11h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 4/28$585
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/1610:55 amFRA - LAX
1 stop21h 54mBritish Airways
Sun 6/18:05 pmLAX - FRA
1 stop17h 20mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/28$586
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Fri 6/66:40 amFRA - LAX
2 stops21h 14mAir Canada
Tue 6/2410:30 pmLAX - FRA
1 stop24h 40mAir Canada
Deal found 4/28$592
This Finnair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Finnair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/1610:55 amFRA - LAX
1 stop17h 32mFinnair
Sun 6/17:25 pmLAX - FRA
1 stop28h 20mFinnair
Deal found 4/28$595
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Wed 4/306:15 pmFRA - LAX
1 stop28h 00mITA Airways
Tue 5/133:15 pmLAX - FRA
1 stop17h 10mITA Airways
Deal found 4/28$622
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Sat 6/1410:30 amFRA - LAX
Nonstop11h 30mUnited Airlines
Thu 7/36:40 pmLAX - FRA
Nonstop11h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/28$624

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Los Angeles that are best for you.

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Frankfurt am MainLos Angeles

FRA - LAX

FRALAX

Frankfurt am Main

Fri 5/16

9:55 am-7:50 pm

1 stop18h 55m

Los Angeles

Tue 5/20

4:35 pm-9:05 am

1 stop31h 30m

$557

Frankfurt am MainLos Angeles

FRA - LAX

FRALAX

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 5/15

12:30 pm-3:30 pm

Nonstop12h 00m

Los Angeles

Wed 5/28

5:30 pm-1:45 pm

Nonstop11h 15m

$563

Frankfurt am MainLos Angeles

FRA - LAX

FRALAX

Frankfurt am Main

Sat 6/14

7:00 am-2:50 pm

1 stop16h 50m

Los Angeles

Mon 6/30

7:35 am-9:00 am

2 stops16h 25m

$566

Frankfurt am MainLos Angeles

FRA - LAX

FRALAX

Frankfurt am Main

Fri 6/13

9:20 am-10:54 pm

1 stop22h 34m

Los Angeles

Wed 7/2

11:54 am-6:15 pm

2 stops21h 21m

$571

Frankfurt am MainLos Angeles

FRA - LAX

FRALAX

Frankfurt am Main

Sun 6/1

7:20 pm-11:50 am

1 stop25h 30m

Los Angeles

Wed 6/11

7:35 am-9:50 am

1 stop17h 15m

$575

Frankfurt am MainLos Angeles

FRA - LAX

FRALAX

Frankfurt am Main

Sat 6/14

7:15 am-3:15 pm

1 stop17h 00m

Los Angeles

Mon 7/7

12:40 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop14h 30m

$585

Frankfurt am MainLos Angeles

FRA - LAX

FRALAX

Frankfurt am Main

Fri 5/16

10:55 am-11:49 pm

1 stop21h 54m

Los Angeles

Sun 6/1

8:05 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop17h 20m

$586

Frankfurt am MainLos Angeles

FRA - LAX

FRALAX

Frankfurt am Main

Fri 6/6

6:40 am-6:54 pm

2 stops21h 14m

Los Angeles

Tue 6/24

10:30 pm-8:10 am

1 stop24h 40m

$592

Frankfurt am MainLos Angeles

FRA - LAX

FRALAX

Frankfurt am Main

Fri 5/16

10:55 am-7:27 pm

1 stop17h 32m

Los Angeles

Sun 6/1

7:25 pm-8:45 am

1 stop28h 20m

$595

Frankfurt am MainLos Angeles

FRA - LAX

FRALAX

Frankfurt am Main

Sat 6/14

10:30 am-1:00 pm

Nonstop11h 30m

Los Angeles

Thu 7/3

6:40 pm-2:55 pm

Nonstop11h 15m

$624

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Frankfurt to Los Angeles in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
FlightnetworkPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Frankfurt am Main Airport-Los Angeles flights, users find the pricing of AranGrant to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant Users can find the same prices on Frankfurt am Main Airport-Los Angeles flight deals on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Frankfurt am Main Airport-Los Angeles flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Frankfurt am Main Airport-Los Angeles flights, Cheapflights users trust AranGrant the most. AranGrant has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Frankfurt am Main Airport-Los Angeles flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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FRA

Download the official FRA app to stay updated on flight info and potential disruptions like strikes.

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Best time to book a flight from Frankfurt to Los Angeles

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Los Angeles from Frankfurt with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Los Angeles

How far ahead should I book a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Los Angeles?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Frankfurt to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on April 25, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Los Angeles may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 37 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Los Angeles?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Los Angeles (average of $246). Flying from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Los Angeles in March is currently the most expensive (average of $327). 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 FRA to LAX?

Find hourly flight availability from Frankfurt to Los Angeles. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 29, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Los Angeles in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 26% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

Weekly flight availability from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Los Angeles

Explore weekly flight availability from Frankfurt to Los Angeles. 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 April 29, 2025.

The most flights from FRA to LAX are scheduled on a Monday (7 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

Rainfall in Los Angeles by month

Plan your trip to Los Angeles by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Los Angeles ranges from 0.0 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Los Angeles when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Los Angeles by month

Plan your trip to Los Angeles by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Los Angeles, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Los Angeles

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Los Angeles. 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 Los Angeles. Reviews last updated April 29, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, KLM and LOT from Frankfurt am Main to Los Angeles have to say. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Los Angeles from Frankfurt am Main?

    For a flight from Frankfurt am Main to Los Angeles, you will be flying into Los Angeles. Los Angeles (LAX) is just 9.4 mi from the center of the city. Los Angeles is the only Los Angeles airport and it handles 6 inbound flights from Frankfurt am Main per day. 8 airlines have flights to Los Angeles from Frankfurt am Main on a regular basis.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Los Angeles round-trip?

    According to our current data, Condor ($563), Delta ($566), and American Airlines ($571) offers the cheapest pricing from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Los Angeles. Condor is 26% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Los Angeles one-way?

    $515 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from TAP AIR PORTUGAL. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Aer Lingus and British Airways, with prices starting from $571 and $593, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Los Angeles?

    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 Frankfurt am Main Airport to Los Angeles on time: Condor (100%), Alaska Airlines (100%), Brussels Airlines (59%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Los Angeles?

    On average you can expect to pay $1,161 for a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Los Angeles. The cheapest flight overall is $507 while the most popular route, (Frankfurt am Main - Los Angeles) is currently priced at $507.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Frankfurt to Los Angeles that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Frankfurt to Los Angeles flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Frankfurt to Los Angeles?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Frankfurt to Los Angeles?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Frankfurt to Los Angeles 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 Frankfurt am Main Airport to Los Angeles?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Los Angeles (average of $246). Flying from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Los Angeles in March is currently the most expensive (average of $327). 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 8 airlines flying from Frankfurt to Los Angeles

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Frankfurt to Los Angeles. 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 April 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Aer LingusCheapest$449Average$585FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
KLMCheapest$547Average$665FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
CondorCheapest$565Average$880FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
American AirlinesCheapest$567Average$791FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$567Average$605FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
British AirwaysCheapest$582Average$721FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
LufthansaCheapest$612Average$802FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
United AirlinesCheapest$630Average$765FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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