SFO - FRA

£325 Find Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main departing on 13/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
1 adult

KAYAK searches hundreds of travel sites at once for deals on flights to Frankfurt am Main Airport

 
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main, as well as popular online travel agencies
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main, as well as popular online travel agencies
Travellers love KAYAK
41,299,237 searches in the past 7 days on KAYAK

Save 26% or moreCompare multiple travel sites with one search.

Track pricesNot ready to book? Create a price alert for when prices drop.

Bundle and saveSave money when you bundle your flight + hotel.

Filter your dealsChoose cabin class, free Wi-Fi and more.

Cheap Flight Deals from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main (SFO-FRA)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.

Recent return flight deals from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main

KAYAK's recommended return flight deals from the most popular airlines that fly from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.
Choose your dates
 Logo
06:00 - 05:15SFO-FRA
14h 15m1 stop
 Logo
11:15 - 23:54FRA-SFO
21h 39m1 stop
Mon, 5 May - Wed, 14 May
 Logo
06:00 - 05:15SFO-FRA
14h 15m1 stop
 Logo
11:40 - 14:30FRA-SFO
11h 50mdirect
Mon, 5 May - Sun, 11 May
TAP AIR PORTUGAL Logo
16:20 - 18:50SFO-FRA
17h 30m1 stop
TAP AIR PORTUGAL Logo
19:40 - 14:30FRA-SFO
27h 50m1 stop
£460TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Find Deal
Mon, 13 Oct - Wed, 22 Oct
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
19:40 - 14:40SFO-FRA
34h 00m1 stop
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
15:20 - 16:30FRA-SFO
34h 10m1 stop
£498Scandinavian Airlines
Find Deal
Tue, 7 Oct - Tue, 21 Oct
TAP AIR PORTUGAL Logo
16:20 - 18:50SFO-FRA
17h 30m1 stop
TAP AIR PORTUGAL Logo
19:40 - 14:30FRA-SFO
27h 50m1 stop
£511TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Find Deal
Tue, 7 Oct - Wed, 22 Oct
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
19:40 - 14:40SFO-FRA
34h 00m1 stop
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
15:20 - 16:30FRA-SFO
34h 10m1 stop
£535Scandinavian Airlines
Find Deal
Sat, 11 Oct - Tue, 21 Oct
Condor Logo
16:30 - 12:40SFO-FRA
11h 10mdirect
Condor Logo
11:40 - 14:30FRA-SFO
11h 50mdirect
£554Condor
Find Deal
Tue, 7 Oct - Mon, 20 Oct
Condor Logo
16:30 - 12:40SFO-FRA
11h 10mdirect
Condor Logo
11:40 - 14:30FRA-SFO
11h 50mdirect
£581Condor
Find Deal
Tue, 8 Jul - Thu, 25 Sep
Turkish Airlines Logo
18:45 - 17:30SFO-FRA
37h 45m1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
14:25 - 16:40FRA-SFO
35h 15m1 stop
£632Turkish Airlines
Find Deal
Sun, 4 May - Tue, 20 May
Turkish Airlines Logo
18:45 - 21:00SFO-FRA
17h 15m1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
07:05 - 16:40FRA-SFO
18h 35m1 stop
£633Turkish Airlines
Find Deal
Sun, 4 May - Tue, 20 May

Expert advice for your flight from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main

 
Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarisation of KAYAK-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are specific to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Airlines
United Airlines

United's Polaris Lounge offers a luxurious experience with restaurant dining and less crowding.


United's Polaris cabin features lie-flat seats with aisle access, ideal for long-haul comfort.

Lufthansa

Lufthansa's Premium Economy offers 50% more space and an extra checked bag for added comfort.


Lufthansa provides 11 special meals, including gluten-free and halal, bookable 24 hours before departure.

Read more about Lufthansaby Jessica Macdonald
Condor

Condor's A330neo offers 4K screens and Bluetooth headphone connectivity for enhanced in-flight entertainment.


Condor's Business Class features lie-flat seats in a 1-2-1 layout, ensuring direct aisle access for all.

Airports
SFO

SFO offers kerbside check-in for United, Delta, and Southwest, simplifying departure. Remember to tip if you use this service.

Read more about SFOby Blane Bachelor
FRA

Expect lengthy baggage waits at FRA. Consider booking flexible train tickets in case of delays.

Read more about FRAby Duncan Madden
Our travel experts
Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on United Airlines

Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or out at sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

Read more
Jessica Macdonald

Jessica Macdonald

Expert on Lufthansa

Jessica Macdonald

Jessica Macdonald

Currently based in Scotland after living in South Africa and the United States, Jessica has been writing travel and aviation content for more than 10 years. She regularly contributes to Travel + Leisure and TripSavvy, and has had work published by Condé Nast Traveller and The Independent. She has travelled to more than 50 countries across six continents.

Read more
Chris Dong

Chris Dong

Expert on Condor

Chris Dong

Chris Dong

Chris is a consumer travel reporter covering aviation, trending travel news, hotels, and loyalty programmes – all for leading global publications like Travel + Leisure, The Washington Post, AFAR, and more. In addition to writing, Chris is a video host for Travel + Leisure, giving consumers an inside look at the latest in air travel.

Read more
Duncan Madden

Duncan Madden

Expert on FRA

Duncan Madden

Duncan Madden

Duncan is a freelance travel writer, copywriter and book author in constant search of travel stories and the perpetual sensation of being on holiday. He’s never happier than when on a dusty trail in search of empty waves or ducking under the piste tape in search of snowbound solitude. British born, living in Germany, but happiest heading for the horizon. His first book, Found in Translation, explores the etymologies and stories of country names around the world and is out now.

Read more
Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Expert on SFO

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specialising in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favourite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history.

Read more

KAYAK's insights & trends for San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main?

The average price of all round-trip flights from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
For San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main, Thursday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Saturday is the most expensive. Flying from Frankfurt am Main back to San Francisco, the best deals are generally found on Monday, with Tuesday being the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main Airport is October, where tickets cost £501 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £938 and £912 respectively.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.
To get a below average price on the flight from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main Airport, you should book around 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 2 weeks before departure.

Good to know - Cheap tickets from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main

Low season

January

High season

June

Cheapest flight

£325
Best time to beat the crowds (3% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (33% more expensive on average)
Flight from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main

When to book flights from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

Flights from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travellers who flew the route from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main 
SandraFlew with United AirlinesSFO-FRASept 2024
Good luck if you have a connection or want to arrive on time
MichaelFlew with CondorSFO-FRAJun 2024
Bring snacks, make sure you follow luggage guidelines,
ThaliaFlew with LufthansaSFO-FRAMay 2024
Flight was delayed, had to run to catch our connection in Frankfurt, our luggage did not make it, took over 24 hours to get our luggage, no compensation at all!!!

FAQs for booking San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main flights

  • What is the cheapest flight from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main Airport was £434 for a one-way ticket and £510 for a return.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main?

    All the following airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main flight route: Lufthansa, United Airlines, SWISS, Air France, Iberia, Vueling, Finnair, and British Airways.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main?

    The Boeing 777 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main?

    Star Alliance, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between San Francisco and Frankfurt am Main, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main?

    There are direct flights from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main on a daily basis.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Frankfurt am Main from San Francisco is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Frankfurt am Main with an airline and back to San Francisco with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Frankfurt am Main from San Francisco up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

See more FAQs

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight from Frankfurt am Main to San Francisco? 25% of our users found flights on this route for £365 or less one-way and £502 or less round-trip.

Prefer to fly direct from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main?

Find which airlines fly direct from San Francisco Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main

Monday

Air Canada, Air New Zealand, Alaska Airlines, +5 more

Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +6 more

Tuesday

Air Canada, Air New Zealand, Alaska Airlines, +5 more

Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +6 more

Wednesday

Air Canada, Air New Zealand, Alaska Airlines, +5 more

Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +6 more

Thursday

Air Canada, Air New Zealand, Alaska Airlines, +5 more

Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +6 more

Friday

Air Canada, Air New Zealand, Alaska Airlines, +5 more

Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +6 more

Saturday

Air Canada, Air New Zealand, Alaska Airlines, +5 more

Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +6 more

Sunday

Air Canada, Air New Zealand, Alaska Airlines, +5 more

Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +6 more

See more direct flights

Direct returns

Frankfurt am Main to San Francisco

Monday

Air Canada, Air New Zealand, Alaska Airlines, +5 more

Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +6 more

Tuesday

Air Canada, Air New Zealand, Alaska Airlines, +5 more

Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +6 more

Wednesday

Air Canada, Air New Zealand, Alaska Airlines, +5 more

Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +6 more

Thursday

Air Canada, Air New Zealand, Alaska Airlines, +5 more

Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +6 more

Friday

Air Canada, Air New Zealand, Alaska Airlines, +5 more

Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +6 more

Saturday

Air Canada, Air New Zealand, Alaska Airlines, +5 more

Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +6 more

Sunday

Air Canada, Air New Zealand, Alaska Airlines, +5 more

Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +6 more

See more direct flights
See more direct flights

Top airline flying from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from San Francisco to Frankfurt am Main? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
6.3
CondorOverall score based on 322 reviews
6.0Food
7.2Crew
6.3Boarding
6.3Comfort
6.1Entertainment
Airline reviews

Flights delayed, and not communicated to the level I accustomed to by other airlines. The crew seems to be hating their job and it shows. It costs you nothing to smile and be a bit more friendlier. Also, no jet bridge, passengers have to use stairs, which is hard for my elderly parents. What's the point of ordering wheelchairs?

6.0 GoodJohn, Dec 2024MIA - FRA
Read more Condor reviews

Flights delayed, and not communicated to the level I accustomed to by other airlines. The crew seems to be hating their job and it shows. It costs you nothing to smile and be a bit more friendlier. Also, no jet bridge, passengers have to use stairs, which is hard for my elderly parents. What's the point of ordering wheelchairs?

One of the stewardess was really rude to a customer right near me. I ordered water and was given sparkling water which kind of surprised me as I've always been given still water but I didn't say anything. The lady after me ordered water as well and when she saw it was sparking water, she stopped the stewardess who then said very curtly "You could have told me sooner." Whoa...that was rude! Later this same customer had some liquid spilled on her as the same stewardess handed a drink to the person sitting next to her. I know it wasn't intentional, but it was rather strange. It was very hard to navigate how to get through the Frankfurt airport to our connecting flight. No one told us you'd have to go through security again so it was rather confusing as we didn't have a boarding pass. Luckily we were able to get necessary papers and get to our flight. Sadly, my luggage did not make it out of Frankfurt though.

Quick easy flight, checked my bag and was told to pick it up in LAX but my bag stayed in Frankfurt. I am tracking it with an air tag. I filed a complaint with Alaska Airlines at my last stop in SJC.

For context: 10 hour flight FRA-YVR. Newer A330 Neo plane. Crew were amazing - friendly and efficient. The plane is newer with great overhead space. My main issue is that the Premium Econ cabin is inferior compared with other airlines. Cute amenity kit (a plus). Food was fine, though I’d like to see more wine selection beyond 1 red and 1 white. But, seats aren’t as comfortable, and all Prem Econ and Econ passengers share only 4 washrooms. Washrooms in business are off limits. In addition, Condor charges for seat selection in Prem Econ. Ridiculous on a $1500 one-way ticket. Prem Econ configuration is 2, 4 and 2, and Condor put me and my partner into 2 middle seats in the group of 4 seats, meaning we’d have a single person to our left and to our right. Again, ridiculous. A kind airport agent was able to give us 2 seats in first (and exit) row of Prem Econ but these had no footrests. I wouldn’t rush back to Premium Economy on Condor.

The crew was friendly, but the comfort of the plane and the food definitely had room for improvement.

The cabin staff was very friendly and attentive. The plane was modern and fairly quiet in flight. The video screens are large and of high quality, and I liked that the documentary movie "Anselm" was available for watching.

The flight from Saskatoon to Calgary was canceled by WestJet due to the airline strike. Condor, as the main operator, did not inform us. We found out that information just when we arrived at Saskatoon airport. Fortunately, we had enough time to drive to Calgary airport and catch the flight to Frankfurt. We couldn’t claim compensation for the missing flight because nobody takes responsibility for this situation. When we tried to contact BudgetAir, they redirected us to Condor, and Condor redirected us to WestJet. WestJet keeps saying that they are not responsible for the ticket that was bought from a third-party company.

Because of luggage I had to upgrade to premium economy , which was worth it!

Every thing was fine. The food was lack luster especially after leaving from Italy.

Very good except for the screaming 5 year old that was allowed to yell and scream whenever he wanted too! The mom obviously had no concept of “inside voices”!

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

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Not what you’re looking for? Find thousands of other hotels, flights, car hires and package deals with KAYAK.