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Cheap Flights from Frankfurt to San Francisco (FRA-SFO)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $468 for one-way flights and $561 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

TAP Portugal
Wed, Jan 21 - Tue, Mar 31
FRA
Frankfurt
SFO
San Francisco
$561 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$561
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select TAP Portugal flight, departing Wed, Jan 21 from Frankfurt to San Francisco, returning Tue, Mar 31, priced at $561 found 4 hours ago
American Airlines
Tue, May 5 - Wed, May 20
FRA
Frankfurt
SFO
San Francisco
$578 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$578
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, May 5 from Frankfurt to San Francisco, returning Wed, May 20, priced at $578 found 7 hours ago
Condor
Fri, May 15 - Wed, Jun 3
FRA
Frankfurt
SFO
San Francisco
$580 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$580
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select Condor flight, departing Fri, May 15 from Frankfurt to San Francisco, returning Wed, Jun 3, priced at $580 found 6 hours ago
British Airways
Tue, Jan 20 - Tue, Mar 31
FRA
Frankfurt
SFO
San Francisco
$581 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$581
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Tue, Jan 20 from Frankfurt to San Francisco, returning Tue, Mar 31, priced at $581 found 4 hours ago
Scandinavian Airlines
Sun, Feb 8 - Mon, Feb 23
FRA
Frankfurt
SFO
San Francisco
$588 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$588
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Scandinavian Airlines flight, departing Sun, Feb 8 from Frankfurt to San Francisco, returning Mon, Feb 23, priced at $588 found 1 day ago
Iberia
Thu, Apr 23 - Mon, Apr 27
FRA
Frankfurt
SFO
San Francisco
$596 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$596
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Iberia flight, departing Thu, Apr 23 from Frankfurt to San Francisco, returning Mon, Apr 27, priced at $596 found 1 day ago
ITA Airways
Wed, Nov 26 - Thu, Dec 4
FRA
Frankfurt
SFO
San Francisco
$652 Roundtrip, found 9 hours ago
$652
Roundtrip
found 9 hours ago
Select ITA Airways flight, departing Wed, Nov 26 from Frankfurt to San Francisco, returning Thu, Dec 4, priced at $652 found 9 hours ago
Lufthansa
Mon, Nov 10 - Mon, Dec 8
FRA
Frankfurt
SFO
San Francisco
$730 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$730
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Lufthansa flight, departing Mon, Nov 10 from Frankfurt to San Francisco, returning Mon, Dec 8, priced at $730 found 3 hours ago
Swiss International Air Lines
Fri, Nov 14 - Sat, Mar 21
FRA
Frankfurt
SFO
San Francisco
$732 Roundtrip, just found
$732
Roundtrip
just found
Select Swiss International Air Lines flight, departing Fri, Nov 14 from Frankfurt to San Francisco, returning Sat, Mar 21, priced at $732 just found
Air Canada
Fri, Nov 14 - Sat, Mar 21
FRA
Frankfurt
SFO
San Francisco
$733 Roundtrip, just found
$733
Roundtrip
just found
Select Air Canada flight, departing Fri, Nov 14 from Frankfurt to San Francisco, returning Sat, Mar 21, priced at $733 just found

Find the cheapest month to fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to San Francisco (SFO)

September is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $459 - $620 per traveler.

Alternative airports near San Francisco

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to San Francisco Intl. SFO. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 19 minutes. Flights from $726
SFO
San Francisco Intl.
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city center19 min
Flights from $726

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) cost?
Snag a cheap one-way flight from $468 or cheap return flight from $561 from Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to see our cheapest flight deals on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
The cheapest month to fly from FRA to SFO is January, when there's less demand. Off-peak season is typically when airlines offer better prices between these airports.
Which airlines fly direct from Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
When departing from Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA), you can board a nonstop flight to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) with United Airlines.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
While prices can vary depending on your travel dates, Lufthansa and United Airlines are popular choices for flights between Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA) and San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO). You can also compare airlines on Expedia and use the "Sort by" filter to find the lowest-priced ticket for your FRA to SFO flight.
How many flights per day from Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
On average, Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA) only has 1 direct flight to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) every day. For more options, try Expedia's easy-to-use filter tool. Simply enter your travel details, then choose "1 Stop" or "2+ Stops" to discover flights with layovers.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
Flights between FRA and SFO are their busiest at 1 PM. If you want a quieter trip and potentially cheaper prices, choose a departure outside the usual busy windows.
What day of the week has the most flights from FRA to SFO?
Fly on a Saturday if you're looking for the best selection of flights from Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO).
What is the earliest flight from Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA)'s first flight to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) takes off at approximately 10:05AM UTC+1. With a total travel time of 11h 30m, you'll land at around 12:35PM UTC-8.
How long does it take to fly from Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
It takes roughly 11 hours and 35 minutes to cover the 5,700 mi from FRA to SFO.
What airline has the least delays from FRA to SFO?
Air New Zealand has the strongest track record for on-time direct flights from Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO), with an on-time rating of 86%. Use the Expedia App to check your journey status before you leave and get real-time alerts about any trip changes.
What is the best time to fly from Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
To land at San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) on schedule, pick a flight that leaves from Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA) before 3 PM. The chance of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this hour.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for San Francisco from Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA)?
San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) is the only airport in San Francisco with direct flights from Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA). Consider your options and find affordable fares on Expedia.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) last-minute?
Last-minute bookings from FRA to SFO are typically more expensive. To lock in the best prices, start searching for flights well ahead of time. That said, if your travel plans are flexible, you may score a cheap fare just before your departure.
Is it cheaper to book a FRA to SFO flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging hotels and flights separately, booking a FRA to SFO flight and hotel package with Expedia could result in significant savings. Better yet, managing everything in one place takes the hassle out of travel planning. Simply pick your flights and choose from our extensive range of stays, then tailor your trip with other add-ons like activities and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
Usually, it's possible to cancel or reschedule your FRA to SFO flight. However, if it's been more than 24 hours since booking, additional charges may apply. Refer to your airline's policies in your itinerary to see what changes are allowed and whether any costs are involved. You'll also find further details on our Customer Service portal.

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The cheapest times to fly from Frankfurt to San Francisco

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Frankfurt to San Francisco are during the month of January. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Frankfurt to San Francisco with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Frankfurt to San Francisco

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Frankfurt to San Francisco: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Frankfurt to San Francisco

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Frankfurt to San Francisco in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $468 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Frankfurt to San Francisco flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Frankfurt to San Francisco airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

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