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$557+ Cheap flights from Frankfurt am Main to San Francisco (SFO)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
FRA — SFO
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Frankfurt am Main to San Francisco are usually found in February or November, booked 43 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

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

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Average price

$642
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Cheapest flights from Frankfurt am Main to San Francisco
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Wed 5/710:45 amFRA - SFO
2 stops22h 04mBritish Airways
Sat 5/317:20 pmSFO - FRA
1 stop14h 30mBritish Airways
Deal found 2/20$557
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/2310:50 amFRA - SFO
2 stops21h 26mAmerican Airlines
Sat 4/512:21 amSFO - FRA
1 stop21h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$561
This SWISS 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 SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/67:05 amFRA - SFO
2 stops18h 20mSWISS
Thu 3/136:25 pmSFO - FRA
2 stops17h 30mSWISS
Deal found 2/20$566
This Brussels Airlines 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 Brussels Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/2111:40 amFRA - SFO
2 stops42h 10mBrussels Airlines
Sat 5/33:55 pmSFO - FRA
2 stops38h 40mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 2/20$568
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Sun 8/311:10 pmFRA - SFO
1 stop16h 15mLufthansa
Sun 11/235:25 pmSFO - FRA
1 stop13h 40mLufthansa
Deal found 2/20$569
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Fri 2/2811:40 amFRA - SFO
1 stop17h 37mVirgin Atlantic
Fri 3/79:00 amSFO - FRA
1 stop15h 40mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 2/20$577
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Thu 9/49:45 amFRA - SFO
1 stop15h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/141:20 pmSFO - FRA
Nonstop10h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$579
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Thu 2/278:30 pmFRA - SFO
1 stop28h 10mScandinavian Airlines
Wed 3/126:30 pmSFO - FRA
1 stop17h 15mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 2/20$580
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Thu 3/612:10 pmFRA - SFO
2 stops21h 12mIberia
Wed 3/198:01 amSFO - FRA
1 stop15h 14mIberia
Deal found 2/20$582
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Thu 3/66:50 amFRA - SFO
2 stops19h 05mAustrian Airlines
Wed 3/191:50 pmSFO - FRA
2 stops17h 35mAustrian Airlines
Deal found 2/20$592
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Mon 10/69:55 amFRA - SFO
1 stop18h 41mUnited Airlines
Sun 10/192:20 pmSFO - FRA
1 stop12h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$602
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Thu 2/276:55 amFRA - SFO
1 stop13h 55mKLM
Fri 3/79:00 amSFO - FRA
1 stop15h 40mKLM
Deal found 2/20$624

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

Customize your flight search to find flights from Frankfurt am Main to San Francisco 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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Frankfurt am MainSan Francisco

FRA - SFO

FRASFO

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 5/7

10:45 am-11:49 pm

2 stops22h 04m

San Francisco

Sat 5/31

7:20 pm-6:50 pm

1 stop14h 30m

$557

Frankfurt am MainSan Francisco

FRA - SFO

FRASFO

Frankfurt am Main

Sun 3/23

10:50 am-12:16 am

2 stops21h 26m

San Francisco

Sat 4/5

12:21 am-7:20 am

1 stop21h 59m

$561

Frankfurt am MainSan Francisco

FRA - SFO

FRASFO

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 3/6

7:05 am-4:25 pm

2 stops18h 20m

San Francisco

Thu 3/13

6:25 pm-7:55 pm

2 stops17h 30m

$566

Frankfurt am MainSan Francisco

FRA - SFO

FRASFO

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 4/21

11:40 am-8:50 pm

2 stops42h 10m

San Francisco

Sat 5/3

3:55 pm-3:35 pm

2 stops38h 40m

$568

Frankfurt am MainSan Francisco

FRA - SFO

FRASFO

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 3/6

10:50 am-7:02 pm

1 stop17h 12m

San Francisco

Mon 6/23

2:50 pm-12:30 pm

1 stop12h 40m

$575

Frankfurt am MainSan Francisco

FRA - SFO

FRASFO

Frankfurt am Main

Sun 3/30

8:45 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop28h 25m

San Francisco

Wed 4/9

1:10 pm-9:10 am

Nonstop11h 00m

$580

Frankfurt am MainSan Francisco

FRA - SFO

FRASFO

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 3/6

12:10 pm-12:22 am

2 stops21h 12m

San Francisco

Wed 3/19

8:01 am-7:15 am

1 stop15h 14m

$582

Frankfurt am MainSan Francisco

FRA - SFO

FRASFO

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 3/6

6:50 am-4:55 pm

2 stops19h 05m

San Francisco

Wed 3/19

1:50 pm-3:25 pm

2 stops17h 35m

$592

Frankfurt am MainSan Francisco

FRA - SFO

FRASFO

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 6/16

6:40 am-4:35 pm

1 stop18h 55m

San Francisco

Mon 6/30

6:30 am-7:20 am

1 stop15h 50m

$603

Frankfurt am MainSan Francisco

FRA - SFO

FRASFO

Frankfurt am Main

Fri 3/7

8:50 am-8:07 pm

2 stops20h 17m

San Francisco

Fri 3/14

10:45 pm-6:30 am

1 stop23h 45m

$635

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Travel insights for flights from Frankfurt am Main to San Francisco

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

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

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

The price you pay for your flight from Frankfurt am Main to San Francisco may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 43 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Frankfurt am Main to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Frankfurt am Main to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $403). 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 am Main 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 February 20, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Frankfurt am Main 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 29% on airfare.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Frankfurt am Main to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

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

Weekly flight availability from Frankfurt am Main to San Francisco

Explore weekly flight availability from Frankfurt am Main to San Francisco. 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 FK0 to SFO 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 San Francisco by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Francisco by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

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 February 20, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Frankfurt am Main to San Francisco, such as Delta, KLM and LOT. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,220 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

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
8,220 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,220 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

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

KLM
7.8
Good
1,333 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,220 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

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

LOT
7.6
Good
1,080 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,220 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

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

Finnair
7.6
Good
1,273 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,220 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

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

Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
773 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,220 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

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

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  • 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 9 inbound flights from Frankfurt am Main per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 8 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.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Frankfurt am Main to San Francisco round-trip from $557. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are American Airlines, from $561, and SWISS, from $566. British Airways is currently priced 25% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Frankfurt am Main to San Francisco are TAP AIR PORTUGAL ($582), Aer Lingus ($586), and SWISS ($595).

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

    Consider Air Canada (69%), United Airlines (66%) or Air New Zealand (66%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Frankfurt am Main to San Francisco.

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

    While on average a flight from Frankfurt am Main to San Francisco is generally $1,710, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $585. When looking at the most popular route, (Frankfurt am Main - San Francisco), you can expect to pay $451 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Frankfurt am Main to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Frankfurt am Main to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $403). 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 8 airlines flying from Frankfurt am Main to San Francisco

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Frankfurt am Main 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 February 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$270Average$531FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
TAP AIR PORTUGALCheapest$461Average$616FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$499Average$709FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
British AirwaysCheapest$546Average$734FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
CondorCheapest$560Average$787FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
IberiaCheapest$570Average$577FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
United AirlinesCheapest$572Average$778FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
LufthansaCheapest$573Average$854FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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