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$490+ Cheap flights from Frankfurt (FRA) to San Francisco (SFO)

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 2/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
FRA — SFO
Oct 15 — Oct 221
Wed 10/15
Wed 10/22
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Frankfurt am Main to San Francisco are usually found in February or November, booked 63 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Frankfurt to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Frankfurt (FRA) 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 September 15, 2025.

Round-trip from

$566
(Air Canada)

One-way from

$490
(oojo)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$690

Good round-trip deal

$602 or less

Good one-way deal

$632 or less
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Cheapest flights from Frankfurt to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Frankfurt to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 15, 2025.

This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/71:15 pmFRA - SFO
2 stops17h 28mAir Canada
Wed 10/298:25 amSFO - FRA
2 stops18h 45mAir Canada
Deal found 9/15$566
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Sat 10/410:45 amFRA - SFO
1 stop16h 00mUnited Airlines
Sun 10/1212:43 amSFO - FRA
1 stop25h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/15$570
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/1810:15 amFRA - SFO
1 stop14h 13mAir Canada
Wed 10/17:10 amSFO - FRA
2 stops19h 00mAir Canada
Deal found 9/15$571
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
Fri 9/266:45 amFRA - SFO
2 stops21h 05mBrussels Airlines
Mon 9/296:00 amSFO - FRA
1 stop18h 45mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 9/13$572
This Billigflug deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Billigflug is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/3010:15 amFRA - SFO
1 stop18h 28mFinnair
Tue 11/410:16 amSFO - FRA
1 stop35h 59mFinnair
Deal found 9/15$573
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
Mon 10/131:30 pmFRA - SFO
2 stops29h 58mAir Canada
Sun 11/25:00 amSFO - FRA
2 stops16h 40mAir Canada
Deal found 9/13$574
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Mon 10/135:10 pmFRA - SFO
1 stop25h 09mUnited Airlines
Fri 12/55:25 pmSFO - FRA
1 stop13h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/14$575
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
Sat 9/206:45 amFRA - SFO
2 stops20h 04mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/137:40 pmSFO - FRA
1 stop14h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/13$576

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

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Frankfurt

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San Francisco

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Depart

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Price

Frankfurt am MainSan Francisco

FRA - SFO

FRASFO

Frankfurt am Main

Sun 10/12

7:00 am-3:25 pm

1 stop17h 25m

San Francisco

Sat 12/6

6:50 pm-2:55 pm

Nonstop11h 05m

$587

Frankfurt am MainSan Francisco

FRA - SFO

FRASFO

Frankfurt am Main

Sun 10/12

7:00 am-1:40 pm

1 stop15h 40m

San Francisco

Mon 12/1

1:35 pm-9:35 am

Nonstop11h 00m

$587

Frankfurt am MainSan Francisco

FRA - SFO

FRASFO

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 10/13

9:25 am-4:55 pm

1 stop16h 30m

San Francisco

Tue 10/28

3:40 pm-10:30 am

Nonstop10h 50m

$587

Frankfurt am MainSan Francisco

FRA - SFO

FRASFO

Frankfurt am Main

Fri 10/10

9:25 am-4:55 pm

1 stop16h 30m

San Francisco

Fri 10/31

2:35 pm-9:35 am

Nonstop11h 00m

$587

Frankfurt am MainSan Francisco

FRA - SFO

FRASFO

Frankfurt am Main

Fri 11/14

8:30 pm-2:35 pm

1 stop27h 05m

San Francisco

Mon 12/1

4:40 pm-2:30 pm

1 stop12h 50m

$588

Frankfurt am MainSan Francisco

FRA - SFO

FRASFO

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 2/19

3:15 pm-2:35 pm

1 stop32h 20m

San Francisco

Mon 2/23

4:40 pm-2:30 pm

1 stop12h 50m

$588

Frankfurt am MainSan Francisco

FRA - SFO

FRASFO

Frankfurt am Main

Sun 10/12

8:00 am-1:40 pm

1 stop14h 40m

San Francisco

Fri 10/24

1:20 pm-9:10 am

Nonstop10h 50m

$589

Frankfurt am MainSan Francisco

FRA - SFO

FRASFO

Frankfurt am Main

Sat 11/15

11:30 am-11:59 pm

2 stops21h 29m

San Francisco

Sun 11/23

12:59 am-7:15 am

1 stop21h 16m

$591

Frankfurt am MainSan Francisco

FRA - SFO

FRASFO

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 10/16

10:55 am-11:23 pm

1 stop21h 28m

San Francisco

Sat 12/6

12:00 pm-8:15 pm

2 stops23h 15m

$591

Frankfurt am MainSan Francisco

FRA - SFO

FRASFO

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 12/15

9:50 am-4:30 pm

1 stop15h 40m

San Francisco

Mon 12/29

6:00 am-9:20 am

2 stops18h 20m

$593

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

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Frankfurt am Main Airport to San Francisco trip
Airports
FRA

Download the official FRA app to stay updated on strikes and operations, ensuring a smoother departure experience.

Read more about FRAby Blane Bachelor
SFO

Use BART for an affordable 40-minute ride from SFO to downtown San Francisco.

Read more about SFOby Harriet Baskas
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Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Expert on FRA

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

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Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on SFO

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Best time to book a flight from Frankfurt to San Francisco

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

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

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to San Francisco, you should look to book at least 63 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Frankfurt am Main Airport to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $357). 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 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 September 15, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Frankfurt am Main Airport to San Francisco is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 39% on airfare.

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 September 15, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, and Lufthansa from Frankfurt am Main Airport 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.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,954 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

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
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,954 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,954 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

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
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,929 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,954 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

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
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,407 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,954 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

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
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,361 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,954 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

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
Condor
6.3
Okay
364 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,954 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Frankfurt to San Francisco. 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 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 15 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 Airport to San Francisco?

    For as low as $587, United Airlines can have you in San Francisco from Frankfurt am Main Airport in 17h 25m. The distance from Frankfurt am Main Airport to San Francisco is about 5680 mi. 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 Airport to San Francisco round-trip?

    Currently priced at $361, Delta will fly you from Frankfurt am Main Airport to San Francisco and back. In addition to Delta, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Condor and TAP AIR PORTUGAL - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $506 and $510, respectively. Delta is priced at 51% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    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 San Francisco on time: Condor (85%), Alaska Airlines (85%), Air Canada (64%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $588. While the most popular route (Frankfurt am Main - San Francisco) can be booked for $488 on average, our data indicates $2,104 when flying from Frankfurt am Main Airport to San Francisco.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Frankfurt am Main Airport to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $357). 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 to San Francisco

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Frankfurt 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 September 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$361Average$566FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
CondorCheapest$506Average$761FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
TAP AIR PORTUGALCheapest$510Average$782FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
British AirwaysCheapest$546Average$758FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
LufthansaCheapest$570Average$782FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
United AirlinesCheapest$573Average$794FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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