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$445+ Cheap flights from Frankfurt (FRA) to San Diego (SAN)

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 8/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
FRA — SAN
Jul 8 — Jul 151
Tue 7/8
Tue 7/15
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Frankfurt am Main to San Diego are usually found in March or September, booked 22 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Frankfurt to San Diego

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Frankfurt (FRA) to San Diego (SAN). 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 July 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$575
(Flysmarter)

One-way from

$445
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$767
From Frankfurt am Main to San Diego
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Cheapest flights from Frankfurt to San Diego
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Frankfurt to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 3, 2025.

This Flysmarter deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 Flysmarter is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/2310:15 amFRA - SAN
2 stops17h 08mAir Canada
Tue 10/76:15 amSAN - FRA
2 stops16h 50mAir Canada
Deal found 7/3$575
This Flighttix deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 Flighttix is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/215:30 pmFRA - SAN
1 stop15h 45mLufthansa
Wed 9/32:11 pmSAN - FRA
1 stop14h 54mLufthansa
Deal found 7/2$578
This Billigflug deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Mon 11/1010:15 amFRA - SAN
1 stop18h 52mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/59:45 amSAN - FRA
2 stops16h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1$591
This AirNGo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Thu 8/218:15 amFRA - SAN
1 stop16h 10mUnited Airlines
Wed 9/310:15 amSAN - FRA
1 stop16h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/2$600
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Wed 12/310:15 amFRA - SAN
1 stop20h 36mAmerican Airlines
Thu 12/1110:48 amSAN - FRA
2 stops21h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/2$620
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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.
Sat 9/276:40 amFRA - SAN
2 stops20h 23mBritish Airways
Thu 10/97:15 amSAN - FRA
1 stop16h 30mBritish Airways
Deal found 7/3$640

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Frankfurt to San Diego 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 July 3, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to San Diego that are best for you.

Fly from

Frankfurt

Fly to

San Diego

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Frankfurt am MainSan Diego

FRA - SAN

FRASAN

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 9/23

10:15 am-6:23 pm

2 stops17h 08m

San Diego

Tue 10/7

6:15 am-8:05 am

2 stops16h 50m

$575

Frankfurt am MainSan Diego

FRA - SAN

FRASAN

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 8/21

5:30 pm-12:15 am

1 stop15h 45m

San Diego

Wed 9/3

2:11 pm-2:05 pm

1 stop14h 54m

$578

Frankfurt am MainSan Diego

FRA - SAN

FRASAN

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 11/10

10:15 am-8:07 pm

1 stop18h 52m

San Diego

Fri 12/5

9:45 am-11:05 am

2 stops16h 20m

$591

Frankfurt am MainSan Diego

FRA - SAN

FRASAN

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 8/21

8:15 am-3:25 pm

1 stop16h 10m

San Diego

Wed 9/3

10:15 am-11:15 am

1 stop16h 00m

$600

Frankfurt am MainSan Diego

FRA - SAN

FRASAN

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 12/3

10:15 am-9:51 pm

1 stop20h 36m

San Diego

Thu 12/11

10:48 am-5:10 pm

2 stops21h 22m

$620

Frankfurt am MainSan Diego

FRA - SAN

FRASAN

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 8/21

10:40 am-9:15 pm

1 stop19h 35m

San Diego

Wed 9/3

11:23 am-9:50 am

1 stop13h 27m

$626

Frankfurt am MainSan Diego

FRA - SAN

FRASAN

Frankfurt am Main

Sat 9/27

6:40 am-6:03 pm

2 stops20h 23m

San Diego

Thu 10/9

7:15 am-8:45 am

1 stop16h 30m

$640

Frankfurt am MainSan Diego

FRA - SAN

FRASAN

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 8/26

7:40 am-11:37 pm

3 stops24h 57m

$445

Frankfurt am MainSan Diego

FRA - SAN

FRASAN

Frankfurt am Main

Sat 9/20

10:55 am-9:18 am

2 stops31h 23m

$602

Frankfurt am MainSan Diego

FRA - SAN

FRASAN

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 7/21

9:25 am-6:35 pm

2 stops18h 10m

$690

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Best time to book a flight from Frankfurt to San Diego

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Frankfurt to San Diego. Price data was last updated on June 27, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to San Diego may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 22 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 San Diego?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from Frankfurt am Main Airport to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $366). 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 SAN?

Find hourly flight availability from Frankfurt to San Diego. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 3, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Frankfurt am Main Airport to San Diego in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 18% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

Reviews of airlines servicing San Diego

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Diego. 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 San Diego. Reviews last updated July 3, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Finnair, SWISS, and United Airlines from Frankfurt am Main Airport to San Diego by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,306 reviews

Overall

7.6

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

FRA - DFW

I was lucky I had a seet without no one next to me My vegetarian meal was excellent. The service very good. Although there was a lot of turbulences during the flight, the landing was very soft and took away all our apprehension.
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,306 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,306 reviews

Overall

7.6

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

FRA - DFW

I was lucky I had a seet without no one next to me My vegetarian meal was excellent. The service very good. Although there was a lot of turbulences during the flight, the landing was very soft and took away all our apprehension.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,654 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,306 reviews

Overall

7.6

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

FRA - DFW

I was lucky I had a seet without no one next to me My vegetarian meal was excellent. The service very good. Although there was a lot of turbulences during the flight, the landing was very soft and took away all our apprehension.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,861 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,306 reviews

Overall

7.6

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

FRA - DFW

I was lucky I had a seet without no one next to me My vegetarian meal was excellent. The service very good. Although there was a lot of turbulences during the flight, the landing was very soft and took away all our apprehension.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,306 reviews

Overall

7.6

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

FRA - DFW

I was lucky I had a seet without no one next to me My vegetarian meal was excellent. The service very good. Although there was a lot of turbulences during the flight, the landing was very soft and took away all our apprehension.
WestJet
7.2
Good
2,917 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,306 reviews

Overall

7.6

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

FRA - DFW

I was lucky I had a seet without no one next to me My vegetarian meal was excellent. The service very good. Although there was a lot of turbulences during the flight, the landing was very soft and took away all our apprehension.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Frankfurt to San Diego. 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 into for flights to San Diego from Frankfurt am Main?

    For a flight from Frankfurt am Main to San Diego, you will be flying into San Diego. San Diego (SAN) is just 2.6 mi from the center of the city. San Diego is the only San Diego airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from Frankfurt am Main per day. 4 airlines have flights to San Diego from Frankfurt am Main on a regular basis.

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

    Air Canada, at $575, was found to be the cheapest airline from Frankfurt am Main Airport to San Diego.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Lufthansa and United Airlines. Users have found that Air Canada is 14% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Aer Lingus. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $602. Users have also found prices from $690 and $713 on Lufthansa and SWISS, respectively.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Frankfurt to San Diego?

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from Frankfurt am Main Airport to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $366). 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 4 airlines flying from Frankfurt to San Diego

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Frankfurt to San Diego. 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 July 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LufthansaCheapest$546Average$662FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
British AirwaysCheapest$546Average$629FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$547Average$688FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$576Average$612FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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