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$368+ Cheap flights from Frankfurt am Main to San Francisco (SFO)

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FRA — SFO
Dec 31 — Jan 71
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Sat 12/66:00 amFRA - SFO
1 stop17h 45mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Mon 12/84:35 pmSFO - FRA
1 stop21h 05mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 11/30$589
This lastminute.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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 lastminute.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/243:15 pmFRA - SFO
1 stop32h 20mScandinavian Airlines
Mon 2/24:40 pmSFO - FRA
1 stop12h 50mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 12/1$643
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Fri 12/56:00 pmFRA - SFO
1 stop28h 05mITA Airways
Wed 12/1010:52 amSFO - FRA
2 stops21h 18mITA Airways
Deal found 11/29$655
This Billigflug 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 Billigflug is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/710:15 amFRA - SFO
1 stop19h 39mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/3012:05 pmSFO - FRA
1 stop34h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/30$665
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Wed 12/243:15 pmFRA - SFO
1 stop32h 20mScandinavian Airlines
Thu 1/84:40 pmSFO - FRA
1 stop12h 50mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 12/1$672
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Mon 12/1510:50 amFRA - SFO
1 stop18h 37mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/2710:35 amSFO - FRA
2 stops23h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/29$681
This Finnair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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 Finnair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/810:15 amFRA - SFO
1 stop18h 09mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/2312:22 amSFO - FRA
1 stop23h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/1$693
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Tue 12/167:20 amFRA - SFO
1 stop16h 40mBritish Airways
Tue 12/308:40 pmSFO - FRA
1 stop16h 20mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/1$694
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.
Mon 12/157:20 amFRA - SFO
1 stop16h 40mBritish Airways
Mon 12/297:00 amSFO - FRA
1 stop15h 15mBritish Airways
Deal found 11/30$699
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Sun 12/73:10 pmHHN - SFO
2 stops32h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/308:25 amSFO - HHN
2 stops21h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/30$904
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Sun 12/143:10 pmHHN - SFO
2 stops32h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/286:20 pmSFO - HHN
1 stop31h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/29$932
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Fri 12/57:30 amHHN - SFO
3 stops40h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/108:25 amSFO - HHN
3 stops26h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/29$985

Cheap flight deals from Frankfurt am Main to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Frankfurt am Main (FK0) to San Francisco (SFO). 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

$567
(Expedia)

One-way from

$368
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$855
From Frankfurt am Main to San Francisco
One-way flight from Frankfurt am Main to San Francisco
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($72 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($18 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 Frankfurt am Main to San Francisco 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 Frankfurt am Main to San Francisco that are best for you.

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Frankfurt am MainSan Francisco

FRA - SFO

FRASFO

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 4/23

3:20 pm-2:40 pm

1 stop32h 20m

San Francisco

Sun 4/26

4:45 pm-7:45 pm

1 stop18h 00m

$592

Frankfurt am MainSan Francisco

FRA - SFO

FRASFO

Frankfurt am Main

Fri 5/22

6:10 am-5:33 pm

2 stops20h 23m

San Francisco

Sat 6/6

7:00 am-8:45 am

1 stop16h 45m

$593

Frankfurt am MainSan Francisco

FRA - SFO

FRASFO

Frankfurt am Main

Sat 5/23

6:40 am-7:24 pm

2 stops21h 44m

San Francisco

Fri 6/5

4:45 pm-8:45 am

1 stop31h 00m

$623

Frankfurt am MainSan Francisco

FRA - SFO

FRASFO

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 3/10

10:30 am-11:16 pm

2 stops20h 46m

San Francisco

Mon 3/23

5:40 pm-7:45 pm

1 stop18h 05m

$644

Frankfurt am MainSan Francisco

FRA - SFO

FRASFO

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 3/4

8:30 pm-2:35 pm

1 stop27h 05m

San Francisco

Wed 3/18

1:05 pm-7:45 pm

2 stops22h 40m

$650

Frankfurt am MainSan Francisco

HHN - SFO

HHNSFO

Frankfurt-Hahn

Mon 4/27

7:25 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop31h 35m

San Francisco

Tue 5/12

7:45 pm-12:55 am

2 stops20h 10m

$651

Frankfurt am MainSan Francisco

HHN - SFO

HHNSFO

Frankfurt-Hahn

Mon 4/20

7:25 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop31h 35m

San Francisco

Tue 5/5

7:45 pm-12:55 am

2 stops20h 10m

$651

Frankfurt am MainSan Francisco

FRA - SFO

FRASFO

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 2/12

6:55 am-11:50 am

1 stop13h 55m

San Francisco

Wed 2/25

9:55 am-11:15 am

2 stops16h 20m

$656

Frankfurt am MainSan Francisco

FRA - SFO

FRASFO

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 1/13

8:30 pm-1:08 am

2 stops37h 38m

San Francisco

Sun 2/8

4:40 pm-9:50 am

1 stop32h 10m

$656

Frankfurt am MainSan Francisco

FRA - SFO

FRASFO

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 3/3

10:30 am-11:14 pm

2 stops21h 44m

San Francisco

Fri 3/20

5:40 pm-7:45 pm

1 stop18h 05m

$656

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

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

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

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

The price you pay for your flight from Frankfurt am Main to San Francisco may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 16 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 to San Francisco?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Frankfurt am Main to San Francisco (average of $496). Flying from Frankfurt am Main to San Francisco in July is currently the most expensive (average of $680). 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 SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Frankfurt am Main to San Francisco. 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 Frankfurt am Main to San Francisco is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 34% on airfare.

Weekly flight availability from Frankfurt am Main to San Francisco

Explore weekly flight availability from Frankfurt am Main to San Francisco. 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 FK0 to SFO are scheduled on a Monday (13 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (13 on average).

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

About 23% of weekly flights between Frankfurt am Main and San Francisco have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 115 minutes.

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

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

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

Over the last year, Condor have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 17% of flights being delayed.

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

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FRA

Book a free fast-track security slot via FRA SmartWay 72 hours before departure for a smoother experience.

SFO

Use BART for a budget-friendly trip from SFO to downtown San Francisco, taking about 40 minutes.

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Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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 Francisco. Reviews last updated December 1, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, and Lufthansa from Frankfurt am Main to San Francisco 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.

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

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

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

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

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

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

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

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

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

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

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

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 San Francisco from Frankfurt am Main?

    San Francisco (SFO) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Frankfurt am Main to San Francisco. You should not have trouble finding flights to San Francisco from Frankfurt am Main; the airport handles an average of 13 inbound flights from Frankfurt am Main per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 6 airlines have flights to the San Francisco airport from Frankfurt am Main. It is only a 11.8 mi journey from San Francisco (SFO) to San Francisco’s city center.

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

    Airlines like Scandinavian Airlines and British Airways fly from Frankfurt am Main to San Francisco in about 20h 23m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 11h 57m. There are 5680 mi between Frankfurt am Main and San Francisco. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Frankfurt am Main to San Francisco round-trip from $361. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are American Airlines, from $422, and Condor, from $506. Delta is currently priced 51% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    Consider Air Canada (61%), United Airlines (60%) or Air New Zealand (60%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Frankfurt am Main to San Francisco.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Frankfurt am Main to San Francisco?

    While on average a flight from Frankfurt am Main to San Francisco is generally $2,198, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $709. When looking at the most popular route, (Frankfurt am Main - San Francisco), you can expect to pay $493 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Frankfurt am Main to San Francisco (average of $496). Flying from Frankfurt am Main to San Francisco in July is currently the most expensive (average of $680). 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 6 airlines flying from Frankfurt am Main to San Francisco

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Frankfurt am Main to San Francisco. 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
DeltaCheapest$361Average$557FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$422Average$552FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
CondorCheapest$506Average$726FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
British AirwaysCheapest$512Average$775FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$560Average$771FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
LufthansaCheapest$562Average$775FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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