Flying from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA): what you need to know
A direct flight from San Francisco International Airport to Frankfurt Airport takes an average of 10 hours 51 minutes. The timezone in Frankfurt is UTC+1, which makes it 8 hours ahead of San Francisco.
Choose from 32 weekly flights from San Francisco International Airport to Frankfurt Airport. The 10:05 departure with Lufthansa is the earliest available between SFO and FRA. United Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 19:55 if you'd rather not get up at the crack of dawn.
Travelling during a popular month such as August? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
You'll find a variety of airlines running direct flights from San Francisco International Airport to Frankfurt Airport. When you're ready to kick off your Frankfurt holiday and explore this part of Germany, these leading carriers service the SFO to FRA route:
We make it a breeze to get a flight with a stopover. To see your options for flights from San Francisco International Airport to Frankfurt Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between SFO and FRA include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
London Heathrow Airport
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
Remember, you may need a visa to enter Germany. Visa requirements can differ and travel documentation requirements often change. Before booking your cheap ticket from SFO to FRA, check with your carrier and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for current information.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Frankfurt Airport is P16,309. For a return flight on this route, the best price is P35,006. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Book 2 months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from SFO to FRA.
October is the cheapest month for tickets from San Francisco International Airport to Frankfurt Airport. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for each month.
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Take advantage of filters to find the best trip for you. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from San Francisco International Airport to Frankfurt Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The journey from central San Francisco to San Francisco International Airport takes around 47 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 21 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Taking an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Frankfurt Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to SFO:
Arriving at Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Consider booking a hotel near FRA if you're on a late flight from San Francisco International Airport to Frankfurt Airport. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to central Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport to the centre of Frankfurt takes about 21 minutes by car. It's approximately 14 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.
It'll take around 37 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
July is the most popular month for flights from San Francisco International Airport to Frankfurt Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Frankfurt in February.
Before locking in your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Frankfurt Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Frankfurt, with temperatures ranging from 12 ºC to 28 ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -4 ºC and 7 ºC. Look for cheap tickets from SFO to FRA sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Frankfurt
Start your Frankfurt trip right by finding a great stay. Once you've booked your flight from SFO to FRA, explore our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Palmengarten, Goethe House and Frankfurt Cathedral are top sights which should feature on every Frankfurt itinerary.
Complete your Frankfurt trip with hotels and a car rental
We've got more party tricks up our sleeve than just comparing flights. After booking your cheap ticket to Frankfurt Airport, browse our car rental offers that'll give you the freedom and flexibility to see the sights at your own pace. Next, take a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find the perfect Frankfurt stay.