Travelling from Los Angeles to Frankfurt Airport (FRA): What you need to know
Los Angeles has two main airports where you can kick off your trip. Check out your options for booking a flight from Los Angeles to Frankfurt Airport (FRA) flying out of Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Van Nuys Airport (VNY).
Expect to be in the air for 11 hours 5 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct Los Angeles to Frankfurt Airport flight.
Frankfurt is eight hours ahead of Los Angeles. Frankfurt Airport is located in Frankfurt, which operates on the UTC+1 timezone.
With 13 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is the most popular route. Lufthansa operates the earliest flight at 2:55pm. If you're eager to make the most of your day before leaving, the latest departure from LAX to FRA is with Condor at 8:05pm.
Your flight from Los Angeles to FRA won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Heading away during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Go straight to your destination from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Direct flights from Los Angeles to Frankfurt Airport (FRA) are available from here.
Lufthansa is a well-known airline that operates direct flights from Los Angeles to Frankfurt Airport jetting out of LAX.
Most travellers choose to fly with Lufthansa from LAX to FRA.
Lufthansa is the leading carrier for punctuality on this route.
We make it a breeze to book cheap flights from Los Angeles to FRA with a stopover. To explore all your options leaving from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between LAX and FRA include:
Denver International Airport (DEN)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Located around 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles, LAX can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 55 minutes.
Searching for a comfortable hotel close to Los Angeles International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Los Angeles to Frankfurt Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Los Angeles International Airport earns top marks for on-time performance. 81.05% of flights that take off from LAX land on time.
LAX is located at One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
VNY is about 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. It'll take 35 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 40 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Los Angeles to FRA flight, kick back in one of these hotels near Van Nuys Airport:
About Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Los Angeles to Frankfurt Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near FRA instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Frankfurt Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Wheego, Alamo or OK Mobility to explore Frankfurt and beyond.
Booking your ride around three weeks ahead of your Los Angeles to Frankfurt Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to central Frankfurt
The centre of Frankfurt is around 11 kilometres from Frankfurt Airport. Travel times by car hire or cab will vary depending on traffic conditions, so do a little research ahead of time.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Frankfurt Airport is R 3,966. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 9,050. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.
Snap up cheap flights from Los Angeles to FRA by booking five months ahead. According to our research, that's the ideal time frame for landing a bargain.
Organise your trip for October. That's the best month for scoring cheap Los Angeles to Frankfurt Airport tickets. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
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The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
February is the quietest month for flights from Los Angeles to Frankfurt Airport (FRA), while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Frankfurt based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Frankfurt is July, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your Los Angeles to FRA plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Search for cheap tickets from Los Angeles to Frankfurt Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -4ºC (25ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF).
More about Frankfurt
Start your Frankfurt trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Los Angeles to Frankfurt Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
Your Frankfurt visit wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Big-name attractions you can't miss include Frankfurt Christmas Market, Frankfurt Book Fair and Holocaust Memorial.
Explore more of Germany
Frankfurt has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Germany waiting to be discovered. About 193 kilometres north-west of Frankfurt, a trip to Essen will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like PACT Zollverein, Zollverein Coal Mine Industrial Complex in Essen and Philharmonie Essen.
If you're looking to explore another well-known destination in Germany, head for Stuttgart, about 145 kilometres south of Frankfurt. Porsche Museum, Mercedes-Benz Museum and Marienplatz are key highlights.
