$254 Cheap Flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Frankfurt (FRA)

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Popular airlines from Los Angeles Intl. (LAX) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

Today's featured flight deals from Los Angeles Intl. (LAX) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

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Cheap Flights from Los Angeles to Frankfurt (LAX-FRA)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $254 for one-way flights and $500 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Alaska Airlines
Mon, Oct 20 - Thu, Oct 23
LAX
Los Angeles
FRA
Frankfurt
$500 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$500
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Mon, Oct 20 from Los Angeles to Frankfurt, returning Thu, Oct 23, priced at $500 found 2 days ago
TAP Portugal
Sat, Sep 13 - Fri, Sep 19
LAX
Los Angeles
FRA
Frankfurt
$548 Roundtrip, just found
$548
Roundtrip
just found
Select TAP Portugal flight, departing Sat, Sep 13 from Los Angeles to Frankfurt, returning Fri, Sep 19, priced at $548 just found
Condor
Mon, Oct 13 - Thu, Oct 23
LAX
Los Angeles
FRA
Frankfurt
$583 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$583
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Condor flight, departing Mon, Oct 13 from Los Angeles to Frankfurt, returning Thu, Oct 23, priced at $583 found 8 hours ago
Aer Lingus
Wed, Nov 12 - Wed, Nov 19
LAX
Los Angeles
FRA
Frankfurt
$591 Roundtrip, just found
$591
Roundtrip
just found
Select Aer Lingus flight, departing Wed, Nov 12 from Los Angeles to Frankfurt, returning Wed, Nov 19, priced at $591 just found
Scandinavian Airlines
Sat, Apr 18 - Mon, Apr 20
LAX
Los Angeles
FRA
Frankfurt
$617 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$617
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Scandinavian Airlines flight, departing Sat, Apr 18 from Los Angeles to Frankfurt, returning Mon, Apr 20, priced at $617 found 3 days ago
Lufthansa
Sun, Oct 12 - Fri, Oct 24
LAX
Los Angeles
FRA
Frankfurt
$732 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$732
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Lufthansa flight, departing Sun, Oct 12 from Los Angeles to Frankfurt, returning Fri, Oct 24, priced at $732 found 1 day ago
United
Tue, Oct 7 - Tue, Oct 14
LAX
Los Angeles
FRA
Frankfurt
$733 Roundtrip, just found
$733
Roundtrip
just found
Select United flight, departing Tue, Oct 7 from Los Angeles to Frankfurt, returning Tue, Oct 14, priced at $733 just found
Air Canada
Sat, Sep 13 - Tue, Sep 30
LAX
Los Angeles
FRA
Frankfurt
$733 Roundtrip, just found
$733
Roundtrip
just found
Select Air Canada flight, departing Sat, Sep 13 from Los Angeles to Frankfurt, returning Tue, Sep 30, priced at $733 just found
American Airlines
Tue, Oct 7 - Tue, Oct 28
LAX
Los Angeles
FRA
Frankfurt
$733 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$733
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Oct 7 from Los Angeles to Frankfurt, returning Tue, Oct 28, priced at $733 found 1 day ago
Iberia
Wed, Sep 10 - Wed, Sep 24
LAX
Los Angeles
FRA
Frankfurt
$744 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$744
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Iberia flight, departing Wed, Sep 10 from Los Angeles to Frankfurt, returning Wed, Sep 24, priced at $744 found 1 hour ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles (LAX) to Frankfurt (FRA)

October is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $440 - $840 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Alternative airports near Frankfurt

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

Select flight to Frankfurt Intl. FRA. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city center is 12 minutes. Flights from $698
FRA
Frankfurt Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center12 min
Flights from $698
Flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Frankfurt (FRA)
Origin airport
Los Angeles Intl.
Destination airport
Frankfurt Intl.
Airlines serving
Aer Lingus, Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Austrian Airlines, British Airways, Brussels Airlines, Condor, Delta, Finnair, Iberia, Icelandair, LOT-Polish Airlines, Lufthansa, Scandinavian Airlines, Swiss International Air Lines, TAP Portugal, Turkish Airlines, United, Virgin Atlantic
Roundtrip price
$500
Distance
5791 mi
Average flight time
20 hours 8 mins

Los Angeles to Frankfurt Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Los Angeles to Frankfurt

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 Los Angeles to Frankfurt are during the month of October. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Frankfurt with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Los Angeles to Frankfurt

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Los Angeles to Frankfurt: 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 Los Angeles to Frankfurt

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 Los Angeles to Frankfurt in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $254 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 Los Angeles to Frankfurt 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 Los Angeles to Frankfurt 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.

 

*Terms apply.

 

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

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA) cost?
Get a cheap one-way flight from $254 or cheap return flight from $500 from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to see our cheapest flight offers on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA)?
Planning your trip for October is a great way to save, as it's the cheapest month for flights between LAX and FRA. You'll usually find the lowest prices during the off-season.
Which airlines fly direct from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA)?
Hop on a nonstop flight with Lufthansa and journey straight from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA).
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA)?
Expedia's filter tool lets you easily compare different airlines, departure times and fares all in one place. Customize the search to your preferences, then sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to find out which carrier offers the cheapest LAX to FRA flight.
How many flights per day from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA)?
On average, you can pick from 6 direct flights per week from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA). For more flexibility, consider a flight with a layover. Simply enter your details on Expedia and then set the filters to include one stop or more.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA)?
The 3 PM departures from LAX to FRA see the highest demand. Prices can be higher for these popular slots. If you want to save on your trip, pick a less crowded time to fly.
What day of the week has the most flights from LAX to FRA?
Depart on a Tuesday if you're searching for the best selection of flights from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA).
What is the earliest flight from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA)?
The first flight of the day leaving Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) is at around 3:05PM UTC-8. Board this flight and you'll touch down at Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA) at approximately 11:00AM UTC+1. The total flight duration is 10h 55m.
How long does it take to fly from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA)?
It takes roughly 10 hours and 55 minutes to fly the 5,800 mi from LAX to FRA.
What is the best time to fly from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA)?
To touch down at Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA) on schedule, select a flight that takes off from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) before 3 PM. The likelihood 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 Frankfurt from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA) is the only airport in Frankfurt with direct flights from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX). Consider the available options and find cheap fares on Expedia.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA) last-minute?
Last-minute bookings from LAX to FRA are usually more expensive. For the lowest rates, start searching for flights early. That said, if you're flexible with your travel dates, you may land a cheap ticket right before your journey.
Is it cheaper to book a LAX to FRA flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging hotels and flights separately, booking a LAX to FRA flight and hotel package with Expedia could result in significant savings. What's more, having it all in one place will take the hassle out of planning your trip. Just secure your flights and choose from our wide range of stays, then customize your trip with extras like tours, car rentals and activities.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA)?
If you booked your LAX to FRA flight in the last 24 hours, you may be able to cancel or modify it without any fees. Depending on the airline and the ticket type you purchased, additional charges may apply for changes after that time. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, head to our Customer Service portal if you want more information.

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