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$395+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Frankfurt (FRA)

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 12/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — FRA
Nov 25 — Dec 21
Mon 11/25
Mon 12/2
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main are usually found in April or October, booked 31 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Frankfurt

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to Frankfurt (FRA). 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 November 20, 2024.

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AranGrant
3 stars

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AranGrant
3 stars

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Round-trip from

$588
(Gotogate)

One-way from

$395
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Frankfurt
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Frankfurt. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 20, 2024.

This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/44:35 pmSFO - FRA
1 stop21h 05mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Tue 12/105:45 pmFRA - SFO
1 stop29h 55mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 11/19$588
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/295:30 pmSFO - FRA
1 stop17h 15mScandinavian Airlines
Sun 1/194:05 pmFRA - SFO
1 stop32h 35mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 11/20$645
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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 11/2510:00 amSFO - FRA
1 stop17h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/51:05 pmFRA - SFO
1 stop16h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/18$730
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/296:50 pmSFO - FRA
1 stop18h 25mTurkish Airlines
Tue 1/212:55 pmFRA - SFO
1 stop29h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 11/20$751
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/49:20 amSFO - FRA
2 stops22h 45mITA Airways
Wed 12/117:45 pmFRA - SFO
2 stops51h 30mITA Airways
Deal found 11/19$938
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Fri 12/611:50 pmSFO - FRA
2 stops25h 15mAer Lingus
Fri 12/1310:50 amFRA - SFO
2 stops21h 59mAer Lingus
Deal found 11/19$993

Find flights from San Francisco to Frankfurt within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Frankfurt 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.

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Wed 12/4

4:35 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop21h 05m

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Tue 12/10

5:45 pm-2:40 pm

1 stop29h 55m

$588

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San Francisco

Mon 2/17

9:00 am-12:30 pm

1 stop18h 30m

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Mon 3/3

1:05 pm-7:09 pm

1 stop15h 04m

$600

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San Francisco

Sun 12/29

5:30 pm-7:45 pm

1 stop17h 15m

Frankfurt am Main

Sun 1/19

4:05 pm-3:40 pm

1 stop32h 35m

$645

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San Francisco

Tue 2/18

6:50 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop18h 25m

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 3/4

7:15 am-4:45 pm

1 stop18h 30m

$706

San FranciscoFrankfurt am Main

SFO - FRA

SFOFRA

San Francisco

Wed 2/12

6:45 am-7:10 pm

2 stops27h 25m

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 3/11

10:50 am-11:12 pm

2 stops20h 22m

$883

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San Francisco

Tue 12/10

10:53 am-7:30 pm

2 stops23h 37m

$395

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SFOFRA

San Francisco

Sun 2/16

5:30 pm-7:45 pm

1 stop17h 15m

$412

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San Francisco

Wed 11/27

4:35 pm-9:05 am

1 stop31h 30m

$436

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San Francisco

Wed 1/8

3:20 pm-9:50 am

1 stop33h 30m

$453

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SFO - FRA

SFOFRA

San Francisco

Thu 3/27

4:05 pm-6:55 pm

2 stops18h 50m

$458

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Francisco to Frankfurt in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
GotogatePrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
oojoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Frankfurt am Main Airport flights, users find the pricing of AranGrant to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Frankfurt am Main Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-Frankfurt am Main Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Frankfurt am Main Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust AranGrant the most. AranGrant has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San Francisco-Frankfurt am Main Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Frankfurt

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Travel insights for flights from San Francisco to Frankfurt

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from San Francisco to Frankfurt including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Frankfurt. Price data was last updated on November 15, 2024.

Booking 31 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main Airport (average of $701). Flying from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,116). 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 SFO to FRA?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to Frankfurt. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 20, 2024.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main Airport is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 30% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Frankfurt. Price data was last updated on November 18, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main Airport flight should consider departing on Sunday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Frankfurt. 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 November 20, 2024.

The most flights from SFO to FRA are scheduled on a Wednesday (13 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (9 on average).

Rainfall in Frankfurt by month

Plan your trip to Frankfurt by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Frankfurt am Main Airport ranges from 1.6 - 2.8 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.8 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Frankfurt am Main Airport when rainfall is around 1.6 in.

Temperature in Frankfurt by month

Plan your trip to Frankfurt by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Frankfurt am Main Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 64.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 33.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Frankfurt

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Frankfurt. 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 Frankfurt. Reviews last updated November 20, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main, see what other customers have to say about TAP AIR PORTUGAL, Scandinavian Airlines and Aer Lingus. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,336 reviews

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Food was not good. It was like few days old.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,336 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,336 reviews

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Food was not good. It was like few days old.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,171 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,336 reviews

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Food was not good. It was like few days old.

Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
3,915 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,336 reviews

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Food was not good. It was like few days old.

Scandinavian Airlines
7.3
Good
1,301 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,336 reviews

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Food was not good. It was like few days old.

WestJet
7.3
Good
2,811 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,336 reviews

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Food was not good. It was like few days old.

Related info for your journey

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

    For a flight from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main, you will be flying from San Francisco. San Francisco (SFO) is just 11.8 mi from the center of the city. San Francisco is the only San Francisco airport and it handles 11 outbound flights to Frankfurt am Main per day. 13 airlines have flights to Frankfurt am Main from San Francisco on a regular basis.

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

    Flying on TAP AIR PORTUGAL is currently your cheapest option to Frankfurt am Main Airport, with prices starting at $588. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Scandinavian Airlines and Condor, with the lowest prices starting at $617 and $684, respectively. You may be able to fly from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main Airport for 36% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Scandinavian Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $412. Users have also found prices from $436 and $453 on TAP AIR PORTUGAL and Singapore Airlines, respectively.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main Airport consider choosing Air Canada (77%), United Airlines (67%) or Air New Zealand (67%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    While on average a flight from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main Airport is generally $4,498, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $437. When looking at the most popular route, (San Francisco - Frankfurt am Main), you can expect to pay $557 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main Airport (average of $701). Flying from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,116). 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 10 airlines flying from San Francisco to Frankfurt

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco to Frankfurt. 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
TAP AIR PORTUGALCheapest$476Average$666FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
CondorCheapest$491Average$852FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$547Average$767FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
British AirwaysCheapest$561Average$824FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$570Average$698FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
KLMCheapest$645Average$1,094FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$651Average$940FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
LufthansaCheapest$710Average$1,253FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$716Average$772FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
United AirlinesCheapest$744Average$1,250FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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