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Flight deals from San Francisco International to Frankfurt am Main

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from San Francisco International Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 9,894. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Frankfurt.R 4,473 per passenger.Departing Sat, 24 Oct.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Sat, 24 Oct, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,473, select.

Frankfurt.R 5,057 per passenger.Departing Sat, 29 Aug.One-way flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from San Francisco International on Sat, 29 Aug, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,057, select.

Frankfurt.R 5,116 per passenger.Departing Mon, 27 Jul.One-way flight with Condor.Outbound direct flight with Condor departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 27 Jul, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,116, select.

Frankfurt.R 5,664 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Sep.One-way flight with Condor.Outbound direct flight with Condor departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 29 Sep, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,664, select.

Frankfurt.R 5,775 per passenger.Departing Sat, 10 Oct.One-way flight with Condor.Outbound direct flight with Condor departs from San Francisco International on Sat, 10 Oct, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,775, select.

Frankfurt.R 5,987 per passenger.Departing Mon, 23 Nov.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 23 Nov, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,987, select.

Frankfurt.R 5,987 per passenger.Departing Sun, 21 Feb.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from San Francisco International on Sun, 21 Feb, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,987, select.

Frankfurt.R 5,988 per passenger.Departing Wed, 12 May.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 12 May, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,988, select.

Frankfurt.R 5,989 per passenger.Departing Wed, 28 Apr.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 28 Apr, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,989, select.

Frankfurt.R 5,991 per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Dec.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 9 Dec, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,991, select.

Frankfurt.R 5,991 per passenger.Departing Tue, 5 Jan.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 5 Jan, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,991, select.

Frankfurt.R 6,005 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Mar.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 1 Mar, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,005, select.

Frankfurt.R 6,419 per passenger.Departing Sun, 9 Aug.One-way flight with Condor.Outbound direct flight with Condor departs from San Francisco International on Sun, 9 Aug, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,419, select.

Frankfurt.R 8,138 per passenger.Departing Sun, 6 Jun.One-way flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from San Francisco International on Sun, 6 Jun, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,138, select.

Frankfurt.R 9,422 per passenger.Departing Mon, 2 Nov.One-way flight with Lufthansa.Outbound direct flight with Lufthansa departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 2 Nov, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,422, select.

Frankfurt.R 9,809 per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Dec.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 9 Dec, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,809, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco International to Frankfurt am Main

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like San Francisco International to Frankfurt am Main flights are currently cheapest in October.

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San Francisco International to Frankfurt am Main: Alternative routes

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San Francisco to Frankfurt: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	R 4,473
Cheapest month to fly	October
Average flight time	10 hrs, 58 mins
Most popular airline	Lufthansa
Average flights per week	108

Finding cheap flights from San Francisco International to Frankfurt am Main: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from San Francisco International to Frankfurt am Main?

The best price we found for a return flight from San Francisco International to Frankfurt am Main is R 9,892. 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.

How long does it take to fly from San Francisco International to Frankfurt am Main?

10 hours and 58 minutes is the average flight time from San Francisco International to Frankfurt am Main.

Which airlines fly direct from San Francisco International to Frankfurt am Main?

Lufthansa, Air New Zealand and United fly direct from San Francisco International to Frankfurt am Main.

How many flights are there a week from San Francisco International to Frankfurt am Main?

As of July 2026, there are 108 flights per week flying from San Francisco International to Frankfurt am Main.

When is the cheapest time to fly from San Francisco International to Frankfurt am Main?

The cheapest month to fly from San Francisco International to Frankfurt am Main is usually August.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from San Francisco International Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from San Francisco International Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport on Thursday, 13 August 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from San Francisco International Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 10 hours and 58 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Frankfurt am Main?

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 am Main 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.

When is the best time to book flights to Frankfurt?

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.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from San Francisco International Airport to Frankfurt am Main with?

Currently, Condor offers the cheapest flight tickets to Frankfurt am Main.

Flying from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA): what you need to know

Hop on a direct flight from San Francisco International Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 10 hours 55 minutes.
The timezone in Frankfurt is UTC+1, which is nine hours ahead of San Francisco.
Every week, there are 23 San Francisco International Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport flights. To jet off as early as possible, jump on the 13:10 United Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before you fly, the last departure is at 19:55 with United Airlines.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Get to the airport on time to catch your SFO to FRA flight.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a high season in general.
With direct flights from San Francisco International Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport operated by a number of airlines, flying to Frankfurt (and then other parts of Germany) is a snap. You can travel nonstop with these carriers:
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is United.
The most punctual carrier that offers SFO to FRA flights is Lufthansa. Its services arrive without delay 75.56% of the time.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here are some options between SFO and FRA:
- London Heathrow Airport
- Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
- Mumbai Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)

R 4,473 is currently the best price for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 9,892. These prices can change based on demand and availability.
To secure cheap tickets from SFO to FRA, book your trip five months ahead of your departure date.
Plan your trip for October. That's the cheapest month for flights from San Francisco International Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
Save time searching for cheap flights from SFO to FRA by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Lock in the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from San Francisco International Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.

Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

When it comes to San Francisco International Airport's on-time performance, 78% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
To reach San Francisco International Airport from central San Francisco, it takes about 25 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 35 minutes on public transport.
Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near SFO. Whether you're boarding an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:

Arriving at Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)

If you're arriving on a late San Francisco International Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these options near FRA:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Frankfurt am Main Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Wheego, Alamo or OK Mobility and experience the lesser-explored corners of Frankfurt and beyond.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Frankfurt am Main Airport around three weeks before you travel.

Getting from Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) to central Frankfurt

Frankfurt am Main Airport is roughly 11 kilometres from central Frankfurt. The drive time takes around 25 minutes.
It typically takes 20 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.

When to fly to Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)

It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport. September is the busiest month to head to Frankfurt. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
Lock in your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport for August if you want to go to Frankfurt during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -4ºC (25ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Search for cheap tickets from SFO to FRA around that time if you like cooler conditions.

Explore more of Germany

Berlin is just one of the many places in Germany waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Frankfurt. Around 418 kilometres away to the north-east, its top attractions include Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall and Parliament Building.
If you're ready to explore another great destination in Germany, head for Hamburg, roughly 386 kilometres north of Frankfurt. Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg are among its highlights.