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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 March.

Direct flights from San Francisco International to Frankfurt am Main

San Francisco International to Frankfurt am Main: Alternative routes

Compare routes from San Francisco International to Frankfurt below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Frankfurt am Main.

San Francisco to Frankfurt: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundP35,006
Cheapest month to flyMarch
Average flight time10 hrs, 58 mins
Most popular airlineUnited
Average flights per week86

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

The best price we found for a return flight from San Francisco International to Frankfurt am Main is P35,006. 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 San Francisco International to Frankfurt am Main.
United, Air New Zealand and Lufthansa fly direct from San Francisco International to Frankfurt am Main.
As of February 2025, there are 86 flights per week flying from San Francisco International to Frankfurt am Main.
The cheapest month to fly from San Francisco International to Frankfurt am Main is usually February 2025.
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 Monday, 10 March 2025.
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 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.
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.
Currently, Condor offers the cheapest flight tickets to Frankfurt am Main.

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.

  • Create a Price Alert for cheap tickets from SFO to FRA. There's no need to check every day to find out if airfares have dropped. We'll tell you when the price changes.

  • 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)

Arriving at Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

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.

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