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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Los Angeles to Frankfurt? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 10,980. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Frankfurt.R 4,587 per passenger.Departing Sat, 3 Oct.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Sat, 3 Oct, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,587, select.
Frankfurt.R 4,948 per passenger.Departing Tue, 25 Aug.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 25 Aug, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,948, select.
Frankfurt.R 5,443 per passenger.Departing Fri, 20 Nov.One-way flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Los Angeles International on Fri, 20 Nov, arriving in Hahn.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,443, select.
Frankfurt.R 5,640 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Dec.One-way flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 2 Dec, arriving in Hahn.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,640, select.
Frankfurt.R 5,671 per passenger.Departing Sat, 16 Jan.One-way flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Los Angeles International on Sat, 16 Jan, arriving in Hahn.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,671, select.
Frankfurt.R 5,995 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Sep.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,995, select.
Frankfurt.R 6,072 per passenger.Departing Sat, 1 Aug.One-way flight with Condor.Outbound direct flight with Condor departs from Los Angeles International on Sat, 1 Aug, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,072, select.
Frankfurt.R 6,223 per passenger.Departing Sat, 6 Mar.One-way flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Los Angeles International on Sat, 6 Mar, arriving in Hahn.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,223, select.
Frankfurt.R 6,280 per passenger.Departing Wed, 29 Jul.One-way flight with Condor.Outbound direct flight with Condor departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 29 Jul, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,280, select.
Frankfurt.R 6,300 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Feb.One-way flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 3 Feb, arriving in Hahn.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,300, select.
Frankfurt.R 6,471 per passenger.Departing Mon, 12 Apr.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Los Angeles International on Mon, 12 Apr, arriving in Hahn.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,471, select.
Frankfurt.R 6,528 per passenger.Departing Mon, 3 May.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Los Angeles International on Mon, 3 May, arriving in Hahn.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,528, select.
Frankfurt.R 6,980 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Jun.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 30 Jun, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,980, select.
Frankfurt.R 7,782 per passenger.Departing Tue, 13 Jul.One-way flight with Iberia.Outbound indirect flight with Iberia, departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 13 Jul, arriving in Hahn.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,782, select.
Frankfurt.R 8,013 per passenger.Departing Thu, 10 Sep.One-way flight with Lufthansa.Outbound direct flight with Lufthansa departs from Los Angeles International on Thu, 10 Sep, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,013, select.
Frankfurt.R 9,265 per passenger.Departing Tue, 13 Oct.One-way flight with Lufthansa.Outbound direct flight with Lufthansa departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 13 Oct, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,265, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Frankfurt

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Los Angeles to Frankfurt flights are currently cheapest in October.
Jul
from R 6,280
Aug
from R 4,948
Sep
from R 5,995
Oct
from R 4,587
Nov
from R 5,443
Dec
from R 5,640
Jan
from R 5,671
Feb
from R 6,300
Mar
from R 6,223
Apr
from R 6,471
May
from R 6,528
Jun
from R 6,980

Direct flights from Los Angeles to Frankfurt

Alternative Los Angeles to Frankfurt routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Los Angeles to Frankfurt? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Frankfurt am Main

12km from central Frankfurt
ClosestCheapest
from R 4,587
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Mannheim

72km from central Frankfurt
from R 14,521
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Hahn

103km from central Frankfurt
from R 4,644
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Los Angeles to Frankfurt: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 4,587
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time10 hrs, 58 mins
Most popular airlineLufthansa
Average flights per week61

Finding cheap flights from Los Angeles to Frankfurt: Frequently asked questions

There are 3 airports in Frankfurt: Frankfurt am Main, Mannheim and Hahn.
The best price we found for a return flight from Los Angeles to Frankfurt is R 10,467. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
10 hours and 58 minutes is the average flight time from Los Angeles to Frankfurt.
Lufthansa, Air New Zealand and United fly direct from Los Angeles to Frankfurt.
As of July 2026, there are 61 flights per week flying from Los Angeles to Frankfurt.
The cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Frankfurt is usually September.
If you're flying from Los Angeles, the cheapest airport near Frankfurt is Frankfurt am Main – which is 11.8 km away from the centre of Frankfurt. We've found flights into this airport from R 10,467.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Los Angeles to Frankfurt on Saturday, 19 September 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 10 hours and 58 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Frankfurt but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Frankfurt is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

In July, the average temperature is usually around 19°C. July is typically the warmest month in Frankfurt, when it usually averages around 25°C. You can expect the least rain in April. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -3°C. The rainiest month is July.
The cheapest airline that flies to Frankfurt is Condor .

Travelling from Los Angeles to Frankfurt: what you need to know

  • Los Angeles has a couple of airports where you can kick off your travels. Check out your options for booking a flight from Los Angeles to Frankfurt leaving from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Los Angeles Van Nuys Airport (VNY).

  • Arrive in Frankfurt at Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) or Hahn Airport (HHN).

  • Around 11 hours is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct Los Angeles to Frankfurt flight.

  • Frankfurt is nine hours ahead of Los Angeles and observes the UTC+1 timezone.

  • The most popular route for flights from Los Angeles to Frankfurt is from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA). You can choose from 13 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from LAX to FRA is the 14:55 Lufthansa option. If you have other commitments or plans on your day of travel, the final scheduled service is at 20:05 with Condor.

  • For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to board your Los Angeles to Frankfurt flight.

  • Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.

How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Frankfurt

  • Score cheap Los Angeles to Frankfurt flights by booking five months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.

  • Organise your trip for October. That's the best month for scoring a great bargain on plane tickets from Los Angeles to Frankfurt. If you're open to different travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.

  • Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from Los Angeles to Frankfurt by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.

  • Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' Los Angeles to Frankfurt flights.

Flying from Los Angeles

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

  • If you're looking for a direct flight from Los Angeles to Frankfurt, you can depart from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Fly from LAX to Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) without making any stops.

  • Lufthansa is a well-known carrier that offers direct Los Angeles to Frankfurt plane tickets leaving from LAX.

  • Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey — and possibly even visit a new city. When searching for Los Angeles to Frankfurt flights departing from Los Angeles International Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some options to consider:

    • Denver International Airport (DEN)

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

    • Beijing Capital Airport (PEK)

  • LAX is about 19 kilometres from central Los Angeles. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour.

  • Planning to catch an early flight from Los Angeles to Frankfurt? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to Los Angeles International Airport:

  • Los Angeles International Airport earns top marks for on-time performance. 80% of flights that depart LAX reach their destination without delay.

  • LAX is located at One World Way.

Arriving in Frankfurt

Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)

  • Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) to central Frankfurt takes about 25 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 11 kilometres away.

  • It usually takes 20 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.

  • 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. Book one of these accommodation options near FRA instead:

  • Pick up a Frankfurt am Main Airport rental car and discover Frankfurt and beyond with your own wheels. Wheego, Alamo and OK Mobility are leading providers you can book with here.

  • Booking your vehicle from Frankfurt am Main Airport around three weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.

Hahn Airport (HHN)

  • Hahn Airport (HHN) is around 105 kilometres from central Frankfurt. Following your flight from Los Angeles to Frankfurt, it takes approximately 1 hour 25 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.

  • If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take around 2 hours 10 minutes.

  • After your flight from Los Angeles to Frankfurt, unwind at a hotel near HHN. These are some comfortable options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:

  • Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or taxi lines. Grab a Hahn Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Compare rates and availability from Flex To Go, Alamo and Keddy By Europcar.

  • Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Booking your ride from HHN four weeks in advance often means more savings and a greater selection of vehicles.

Best time to go to Frankfurt

  • It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Los Angeles to Frankfurt. September is the most popular month for a trip to Frankfurt. If you want a more peaceful vibe, go in March.

  • Lock in a Los Angeles to Frankfurt ticket departing in August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Frankfurt to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).

  • If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Los Angeles to Frankfurt in January when temperatures average between -4ºC (25ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF).

More about Frankfurt

  • When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Frankfurt right here. Check out these options after you've booked your flight from Los Angeles to Frankfurt:

  • There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Educational institution Anne Frank, Main Tower and Staedel Museum are leading attractions which should feature on any good Frankfurt itinerary.

Explore more of Germany

  • Berlin is just one of the many cities in Germany waiting to be explored once you've seen Frankfurt. Around 418 kilometres to the northeast, popular attractions include Brandenburg Gate, Reichstag Building and Berlin Philharmonic.

  • Around 386 kilometres north of Frankfurt, Hamburg is another essential stop in Germany. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.

Plan the rest of your trip from Los Angeles to Frankfurt

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