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$291+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Frankfurt am Main

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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 Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to Frankfurt am Main (FK0). 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 February 20, 2025.

Round-trip from

$664
(AirNGo)

One-way from

$299
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

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April

Average price

$918
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.

This AirNGo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 AirNGo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/144:20 pmSFO - FRA
1 stop21h 00mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Tue 10/211:30 pmFRA - SFO
1 stop34h 05mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 2/20$663
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/1411:28 amSFO - FRA
1 stop15h 42mMultiple Airlines
Mon 4/2811:40 amFRA - SFO
Nonstop11h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$670
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/166:30 pmSFO - FRA
1 stop17h 15mScandinavian Airlines
Sun 3/234:05 pmFRA - SFO
1 stop32h 35mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 2/19$673
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/44:30 pmSFO - FRA
Nonstop11h 10mCondor
Sun 5/2511:40 amFRA - SFO
Nonstop11h 50mCondor
Deal found 2/19$685
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Mon 4/2112:40 pmSFO - FRA
1 stop36h 20mTurkish Airlines
Thu 5/1511:25 amFRA - SFO
1 stop32h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 2/19$744
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Tue 5/2010:15 amSFO - HHN
3 stops26h 45mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/306:20 pmHHN - SFO
3 stops36h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$764
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Sat 3/83:05 pmSFO - FRA
1 stop34h 35mITA Airways
Mon 3/173:05 pmFRA - SFO
2 stops31h 00mITA Airways
Deal found 2/20$835
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Mon 3/311:35 pmSFO - FRA
2 stops25h 30mAer Lingus
Tue 3/1110:50 amFRA - SFO
2 stops20h 24mAer Lingus
Deal found 2/19$882

Find flights from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main 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 February 20, 2025.

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SFO - FRA

SFOFRA

San Francisco

Sat 3/8

4:40 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop21h 00m

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 3/12

6:00 am-3:40 pm

1 stop17h 40m

$664

San FranciscoFrankfurt am Main

SFO - FRA

SFOFRA

San Francisco

Mon 4/14

11:28 am-12:10 pm

1 stop15h 42m

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 4/28

11:40 am-2:30 pm

Nonstop11h 50m

$670

San FranciscoFrankfurt am Main

SFO - FRA

SFOFRA

San Francisco

Sun 3/16

6:30 pm-7:45 pm

1 stop17h 15m

Frankfurt am Main

Sun 3/23

4:05 pm-4:40 pm

1 stop32h 35m

$673

San FranciscoFrankfurt am Main

SFO - FRA

SFOFRA

San Francisco

Sun 5/4

4:30 pm-12:40 pm

Nonstop11h 10m

Frankfurt am Main

Sun 5/25

11:40 am-2:30 pm

Nonstop11h 50m

$685

San FranciscoFrankfurt am Main

SFO - FRA

SFOFRA

San Francisco

Mon 4/21

12:40 pm-10:00 am

1 stop36h 20m

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 5/15

11:25 am-10:35 am

1 stop32h 10m

$744

San FranciscoFrankfurt am Main

SFO - FRA

SFOFRA

San Francisco

Sat 3/8

3:05 pm-10:40 am

1 stop34h 35m

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 3/12

9:10 am-2:05 pm

2 stops36h 55m

$761

San FranciscoFrankfurt am Main

SFO - HHN

SFOHHN

San Francisco

Tue 5/20

10:15 am-10:00 pm

3 stops26h 45m

Frankfurt-Hahn

Fri 5/30

6:20 pm-9:25 pm

3 stops36h 05m

$764

San FranciscoFrankfurt am Main

SFO - FRA

SFOFRA

San Francisco

Mon 3/3

11:35 pm-10:05 am

2 stops25h 30m

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 3/11

10:50 am-11:14 pm

2 stops20h 24m

$882

San FranciscoFrankfurt am Main

SFO - FRA

SFOFRA

San Francisco

Mon 4/28

4:30 pm-12:40 pm

Nonstop11h 10m

$291

San FranciscoFrankfurt am Main

SFO - FRA

SFOFRA

San Francisco

Wed 3/19

10:59 pm-7:05 am

2 stops48h 06m

$299

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

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Travel insights for flights from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main. Price data was last updated on February 14, 2025.

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. 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?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main (average of $729). Flying from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,096). 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 am Main. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 20, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main 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 27% on airfare.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main. Price data was last updated on June 30, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main flight should consider departing on Sunday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday 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

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main. 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 February 20, 2025.

The most flights from SFO to FK0 are scheduled on a Monday (9 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 am Main by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Frankfurt am Main 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 when rainfall is around 1.6 in.

Temperature in Frankfurt am Main by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Frankfurt am Main, 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 am Main

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Frankfurt am Main. 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 am Main. Reviews last updated February 20, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Singapore Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Air New Zealand from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main by reading reviews from past customers. 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
1,299 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Gina,Dec 2024

BLR - SIN

Overall the experience was good. First flight of 17 hours had no entertainment since Singapore airline has technical issues. Was informed that passengers would get a $350 voucher for future flight. Uncertain how that is being distributed but would like to understand if an email is required from my end or if it is an automatic email sent to me by Singapore Airlines. -Gina Robles

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,299 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,299 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Gina,Dec 2024

BLR - SIN

Overall the experience was good. First flight of 17 hours had no entertainment since Singapore airline has technical issues. Was informed that passengers would get a $350 voucher for future flight. Uncertain how that is being distributed but would like to understand if an email is required from my end or if it is an automatic email sent to me by Singapore Airlines. -Gina Robles

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,692 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,299 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Gina,Dec 2024

BLR - SIN

Overall the experience was good. First flight of 17 hours had no entertainment since Singapore airline has technical issues. Was informed that passengers would get a $350 voucher for future flight. Uncertain how that is being distributed but would like to understand if an email is required from my end or if it is an automatic email sent to me by Singapore Airlines. -Gina Robles

Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
461 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,299 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Gina,Dec 2024

BLR - SIN

Overall the experience was good. First flight of 17 hours had no entertainment since Singapore airline has technical issues. Was informed that passengers would get a $350 voucher for future flight. Uncertain how that is being distributed but would like to understand if an email is required from my end or if it is an automatic email sent to me by Singapore Airlines. -Gina Robles

Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
773 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,299 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Gina,Dec 2024

BLR - SIN

Overall the experience was good. First flight of 17 hours had no entertainment since Singapore airline has technical issues. Was informed that passengers would get a $350 voucher for future flight. Uncertain how that is being distributed but would like to understand if an email is required from my end or if it is an automatic email sent to me by Singapore Airlines. -Gina Robles

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,766 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,299 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Gina,Dec 2024

BLR - SIN

Overall the experience was good. First flight of 17 hours had no entertainment since Singapore airline has technical issues. Was informed that passengers would get a $350 voucher for future flight. Uncertain how that is being distributed but would like to understand if an email is required from my end or if it is an automatic email sent to me by Singapore Airlines. -Gina Robles

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main. 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 9 outbound flights to Frankfurt am Main per day. 14 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 round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main is TAP AIR PORTUGAL. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $664 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Condor and Scandinavian Airlines, starting at $680 and $689 round-trip. Users have found that TAP AIR PORTUGAL is 29% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Singapore Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $380. However, be on the lookout for offers from Scandinavian Airlines and Air New Zealand, as they are both options that can get you from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main for a low price.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main consider choosing Air Canada (91%), United Airlines (78%) or Air New Zealand (78%) 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?

    The cheapest flight price from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main is $354. On average you can expect to pay $3,937. The most popular route, (San Francisco - Frankfurt am Main), can usually be booked for $574.

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

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

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

    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 am Main.

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main (average of $729). Flying from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,096). 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 am Main

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main. 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 February 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$253Average$688FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
CondorCheapest$497Average$859FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
TAP AIR PORTUGALCheapest$504Average$698FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
British AirwaysCheapest$560Average$1,353FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$570Average$698FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
KLMCheapest$645Average$1,065FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$651Average$934FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$725Average$773FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
ITA AirwaysCheapest$729Average$809FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$739Average$879FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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