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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main Airport from £323

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — FRA
4 May — 11 May1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main are usually found in October or April, booked 27 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Sunday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Frankfurt

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to Frankfurt (FRA). 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 29 April 2025.

Round-trip from

£497

One-way from

£323

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

October

Average price

£575

Good one-way deal

£365 or less
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
  • TAP AIR PORTUGAL
  • 24/9-8/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 48h 50m total
  • San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main
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Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 1/10
  • 1 total stop
  • 19h 40m total
  • San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price (£71 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£17 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Frankfurt
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Frankfurt. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 29 April 2025.

Sat 3/516:30SFO - FRA
Nonstop11h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/511:40FRA - SFO
1 stop18h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/4£494
Wed 24/916:20SFO - FRA
1 stop21h 00mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Wed 8/1019:40FRA - SFO
1 stop27h 50mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 29/4£497
Tue 14/1013:00SFO - FRA
2 stops21h 45mScandinavian Airlines
Wed 10/1220:30FRA - SFO
1 stop27h 05mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 29/4£552
Wed 7/516:30SFO - FRA
Nonstop11h 10mCondor
Wed 21/511:40FRA - SFO
Nonstop11h 50mCondor
Deal found 29/4£581
Mon 12/521:00SFO - FRA
2 stops28h 50mITA Airways
Wed 14/518:15FRA - SFO
1 stop28h 00mITA Airways
Deal found 29/4£616
Tue 14/1013:20SFO - FRA
Nonstop10h 50mUnited Airlines
Wed 10/1209:45FRA - SFO
1 stop20h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 29/4£620
Mon 12/512:40SFO - FRA
1 stop36h 20mTurkish Airlines
Fri 23/518:55FRA - SFO
1 stop30h 45mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 29/4£628
Tue 13/507:10SFO - FRA
1 stop16h 30mKLM
Mon 26/517:55FRA - SFO
1 stop26h 50mKLM
Deal found 29/4£667
Tue 13/505:50SFO - FRA
1 stop19h 00mDelta
Mon 19/511:45FRA - SFO
1 stop33h 00mDelta
Deal found 29/4£669
Mon 14/714:05SFO - FRA
1 stop31h 25mAustrian Airlines
Mon 18/815:50FRA - SFO
2 stops38h 03mAustrian Airlines
Deal found 29/4£674
Wed 16/713:55SFO - FRA
1 stop15h 10mLufthansa
Tue 19/807:30FRA - SFO
2 stops20h 30mLufthansa
Deal found 29/4£680
Fri 11/719:30SFO - FRA
1 stop14h 35mSWISS
Mon 18/820:45FRA - SFO
1 stop28h 25mSWISS
Deal found 29/4£714

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main Airport that are best for you.

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San FranciscoFrankfurt am Main

SFO - FRA

SFOFRA

San Francisco

Wed 24/9

16:20-22:20

1 stop21h 00m

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 8/10

19:40-14:30

1 stop27h 50m

£497

San FranciscoFrankfurt am Main

SFO - FRA

SFOFRA

San Francisco

Mon 12/5

06:00-05:15

1 stop14h 15m

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 15/5

13:20-21:37

1 stop17h 17m

£501

San FranciscoFrankfurt am Main

SFO - FRA

SFOFRA

San Francisco

Tue 14/10

13:00-19:45

2 stops21h 45m

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 10/12

20:30-14:35

1 stop27h 05m

£552

San FranciscoFrankfurt am Main

SFO - FRA

SFOFRA

San Francisco

Mon 12/5

16:30-12:40

Nonstop11h 10m

Frankfurt am Main

Fri 23/5

11:40-14:30

Nonstop11h 50m

£581

San FranciscoFrankfurt am Main

SFO - FRA

SFOFRA

San Francisco

Mon 12/5

21:00-10:50

2 stops28h 50m

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 14/5

18:15-13:15

1 stop28h 00m

£616

San FranciscoFrankfurt am Main

SFO - FRA

SFOFRA

San Francisco

Tue 14/10

13:20-09:10

Nonstop10h 50m

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 10/12

09:45-21:37

1 stop20h 52m

£620

San FranciscoFrankfurt am Main

SFO - FRA

SFOFRA

San Francisco

Mon 12/5

12:40-10:00

1 stop36h 20m

Frankfurt am Main

Fri 23/5

18:55-16:40

1 stop30h 45m

£628

San FranciscoFrankfurt am Main

SFO - FRA

SFOFRA

San Francisco

Tue 13/5

07:10-08:40

1 stop16h 30m

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 26/5

17:55-11:45

1 stop26h 50m

£667

San FranciscoFrankfurt am Main

SFO - FRA

SFOFRA

San Francisco

Tue 13/5

05:50-09:50

1 stop19h 00m

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 19/5

11:45-11:45

1 stop33h 00m

£669

San FranciscoFrankfurt am Main

SFO - FRA

SFOFRA

San Francisco

Mon 14/7

14:05-06:30

1 stop31h 25m

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 18/8

15:50-20:53

2 stops38h 03m

£674

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Frankfurt

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main Airport

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from San Francisco to Frankfurt. Price data was last updated on 25 April 2025.

The best time to book flights from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main Airport is 27 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main Airport (average of £187). Flying from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of £281). 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. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 29 April 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main Airport at midday. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 17% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

Weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Frankfurt. 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 29 April 2025.

The most flights from SFO to FRA are scheduled on a Monday (15 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (13 on average).

Rainfall in Frankfurt by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Frankfurt am Main Airport ranges from 40.0 - 70.0 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 70.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Frankfurt am Main Airport when rainfall is around 40.0 mm.

Temperature in Frankfurt by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Frankfurt am Main Airport, 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 18.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 1.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Frankfurt

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Frankfurt. 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. Reviews last updated 29 April 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Korean Air, China Airlines and Singapore Airlines from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main by reading reviews from past customers. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Korean Air
8.4
Very Good
1,066 reviews
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Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
Korean Air
8.4
Very Good
1,066 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very Good
1,066 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
China Airlines
8.3
Very Good
729 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very Good
1,066 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,292 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very Good
1,066 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
Delta
8.0
Very Good
7,929 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very Good
1,066 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
9,961 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very Good
1,066 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main?

    Located just 11.8 mi from the city center, San Francisco is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Frankfurt am Main from San Francisco. Booking flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Frankfurt am Main should be relatively easy as there are 14 daily outbound flights to Frankfurt am Main from 1 airline.

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

    According to our current data, TAP AIR PORTUGAL (£497), Scandinavian Airlines (£552), and Condor (£581) offers the cheapest pricing from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main Airport. TAP AIR PORTUGAL is 29% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main Airport are Singapore Airlines (£323), WestJet (£338), and TAP AIR PORTUGAL (£389).

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

    Before booking your flight to Frankfurt am Main Airport from San Francisco, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Air Canada (76%), United Airlines (75%), Air New Zealand( 75%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for £194. While the most popular route (San Francisco - Frankfurt am Main) can be booked for £739 on average our data indicates £469 when flying from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main Airport.

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

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

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

    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.

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main Airport (average of £187). Flying from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of £281). 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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