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Cheapest round-trip
$617
Typical prices: $692-$952
British Airways
Sun 9/9Tue 9/25
FRA - LAX • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$644
Typical prices: $750-$1,025
Condor
Sun 10/7Sun 10/21
FRA - LAX • Non-stop
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You can fly direct with Lufthansa and Condor. Average duration is 11h 40m
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Cheapest • 20% average savings
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Most punctual • 84% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 7 weeks in advance save around 10% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 10% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $384 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 13h 40m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Frankfurt am Main to Los Angeles

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Frankfurt am Main to Los Angeles

Wed, Sep 9 - Fri, Sep 25
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10:55 am - 7:59 pmFRA  Frankfurt am Main-LAX Los Angeles
18h 04m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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8:55 pm - 9:45 pmLAX  Los Angeles-FRA Frankfurt am Main
15h 50m1 stop London Heathrow
$617British Airways
Mon, Nov 16 - Mon, Nov 23
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10:15 am - 7:05 pmFRA  Frankfurt am Main-LAX Los Angeles
17h 50m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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5:30 pm - 9:55 pmLAX  Los Angeles-FRA Frankfurt am Main
19h 25m1 stop London Heathrow
$618British Airways
Thu, Oct 15 - Thu, Oct 22
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11:30 am - 5:10 pmFRA  Frankfurt am Main-LAX Los Angeles
14h 40m1 stop Helsinki-Vantaa
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9:00 am - 8:45 amLAX  Los Angeles-FRA Frankfurt am Main
14h 45m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$621Finnair
Wed, Oct 7 - Sun, Oct 18
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11:30 am - 5:10 pmFRA  Frankfurt am Main-LAX Los Angeles
14h 40m1 stop Helsinki-Vantaa
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6:50 pm - 6:35 pmLAX  Los Angeles-FRA Frankfurt am Main
14h 45m1 stop Helsinki-Vantaa
$623Finnair
Thu, Oct 8 - Tue, Oct 20
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9:20 am - 4:45 pmFRA  Frankfurt am Main-LAX Los Angeles
16h 25m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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9:00 pm - 7:45 pmLAX  Los Angeles-FRA Frankfurt am Main
13h 45m1 stop London Heathrow
$625American Airlines
Sat, Nov 14 - Mon, Nov 16
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10:15 am - 5:49 pmFRA  Frankfurt am Main-LAX Los Angeles
16h 34m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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5:30 pm - 6:10 pmLAX  Los Angeles-FRA Frankfurt am Main
15h 40m1 stop London Heathrow
$625American Airlines
Fri, Sep 18 - Sat, Sep 26
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8:15 am - 3:15 pmFRA  Frankfurt am Main-LAX Los Angeles
16h 00m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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8:15 am - 7:25 amLAX  Los Angeles-FRA Frankfurt am Main
14h 10m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$640Lufthansa
Thu, Oct 1 - Sun, Oct 11
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8:15 am - 3:15 pmFRA  Frankfurt am Main-LAX Los Angeles
16h 00m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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8:15 am - 7:20 amLAX  Los Angeles-FRA Frankfurt am Main
14h 05m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$640Lufthansa
Fri, Oct 9 - Fri, Oct 23
Air Canada Logo
10:15 am - 7:00 pmFRA  Frankfurt am Main-LAX Los Angeles
17h 45m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Toronto Pearson Intl
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6:45 am - 8:05 amLAX  Los Angeles-FRA Frankfurt am Main
16h 20m1 stop Vancouver Intl
$640Air Canada
Thu, Sep 3 - Tue, Sep 22
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9:55 am - 7:54 pmFRA  Frankfurt am Main-LAX Los Angeles
18h 59m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
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6:45 am - 11:10 amLAX  Los Angeles-FRA Frankfurt am Main
19h 25m2 stops Vancouver Intl Toronto Pearson Intl
$641Air Canada
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Price, demand and travel trends for Frankfurt am Main to Los Angeles flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Frankfurt am Main to Los Angeles?

Round-trip flights from Frankfurt am Main to Los Angeles start at $617. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $692 to $952. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $617 on British Airways.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Frankfurt am Main to Los Angeles?

Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Frankfurt am Main to Los Angeles, it is 5% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 5% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Frankfurt am Main to Los Angeles?

  • February is the cheapest month to fly from Frankfurt am Main to Los Angeles at $727 round-trip.
  • July ($897) and December ($876) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 23% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Frankfurt am Main to Los Angeles the cheapest?

Flights from Frankfurt am Main to Los Angeles are cheapest 7 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 10% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Frankfurt am Main to Los Angeles

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Jessica Macdonald

Jessica Macdonald

Expert on Lufthansa

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 traveled to more than 50 countries across six continents.

Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on United Airlines and LAX

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 on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

Chris Dong

Chris Dong

Expert on Condor

Chris is a consumer travel reporter covering aviation, trending travel news, hotels, and loyalty programs—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.

Duncan Madden

Duncan Madden

Expert on FRA

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.

Key details for Frankfurt am Main to Los Angeles flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$617
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 8% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 2% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Frankfurt am Main to Los Angeles

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Your Frankfurt am Main to Los Angeles flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Frankfurt am Main to Los Angeles flights?

    Among airlines operating Frankfurt am Main to Los Angeles flights:

    • Lufthansa: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Condor: offers extra legroom
    • United Airlines: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • What airlines are available from Frankfurt am Main to Los Angeles?

    2 airlines operate flights between Frankfurt am Main and Los Angeles. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:
    • Lufthansa
    • Condor

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Frankfurt am Main to Los Angeles?

    Flights from Frankfurt am Main to Los Angeles may depart from several airports in Frankfurt am Main area, including Frankfurt am Main (FRA) and Frankfurt-Hahn (HHN). Flights usually arrive at Los Angeles (LAX).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Frankfurt am Main to Los Angeles flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Lufthansa: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Condor: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so travelers should check the fare details before booking.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Frankfurt am Main to Los Angeles?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Frankfurt am Main to Los Angeles:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Frankfurt am Main to Los Angeles?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $384 round-trip via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL), compared to $876 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Frankfurt am Main to Los Angeles?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $70–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Frankfurt am Main to Los Angeles pass through?

    One-stop flights from Frankfurt am Main to Los Angeles most commonly connect through:

    • Lisbon Humberto Delgado (LIS) - 19% of one-stop connections
    • London Heathrow (LHR) - 14% of one-stop connections
    • Dublin (DUB) - 12% of one-stop connections
    • Kastrup Copenhagen (CPH) - 8% of one-stop connections

    Lisbon Humberto Delgado (LIS) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Frankfurt am Main to Los Angeles?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 10% on the Frankfurt am Main to Los Angeles route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $773 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $858, a difference of $85. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Frankfurt am Main to Los Angeles?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Frankfurt am Main to Los Angeles route, 23% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1 hour 54 minutes.

  • How are flight departures from Frankfurt am Main to Los Angeles spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Frankfurt am Main to Los Angeles flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 0%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • What popular places can I visit in Los Angeles?

    Some of the most popular sights in Los Angeles are Venice Beach, Los Angeles Convention Center and Crypto.com Arena. These are among the most viewed places in Los Angeles on KAYAK.

  • How long is a flight from Frankfurt am Main to Los Angeles?

    A nonstop flight from Frankfurt am Main to Los Angeles takes 11h 40m, covering 5,788 miles.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Frankfurt am Main to Los Angeles?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Frankfurt am Main to Los Angeles:

    • Earliest: departs at 10:25 am and lands at 10:05 pm
    • Latest: departs at 1:50 pm and lands at 1:30 am.

    The flight takes about 11h 40m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Frankfurt am Main to Los Angeles flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 2% above the route average of $811. Book 7 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Frankfurt am Main to Los Angeles?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How are flight prices from Frankfurt am Main to Los Angeles looking right now?

    One-way fares from Frankfurt am Main to Los Angeles are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $677, which is 8% below the typical average for this route.

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from Frankfurt am Main to Los Angeles?

    Afternoon flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Frankfurt am Main to Los Angeles?

    Flying via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 13h 40m, compared with 14h 04m via Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) and 14h 18m via Denver Intl (DEN).

  • What is the time difference between Frankfurt am Main and Los Angeles?

    Los Angeles is 9 hours behind Frankfurt am Main (Pacific Time vs Central European Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Los Angeles Airport (LAX)?

    Los Angeles Airport (LAX) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $4 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Ace
    · Thrifty
    · Dollar
    · Hertz
    · Alamo

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Frankfurt am Main to Los Angeles flight?

    Round-trip flights from Frankfurt am Main to Los Angeles range from $692 to $952, with an average of $811 over the past 12 months. Anything below $692 counts as a good deal.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Frankfurt am Main to Los Angeles flights?

    Four airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Frankfurt am Main to Los Angeles flights:

    • • Lufthansa
    • • United Airlines
    • • Air New Zealand
    • • Austrian Airlines

    Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty program; others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

Your guide to booking Frankfurt am Main to Los Angeles flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Thursday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Thursday flights average $773 - about $85 less than Sunday (10% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 7 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 10% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Frankfurt am Main to Los Angeles trip for February. Fares historically average $727 round-trip in that month - typically $170 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If arriving on time is high on your priority list, Condor is the strongest pick on this route. 84% of Condor flights from Frankfurt am Main to Los Angeles arrived on time in the past 3 months, slightly above the route's average on-time arrival rate of 77%. When flights on this route do arrive late, the average delay is 1 hour 54 minutes, so choosing a carrier with strong on-time performance can make a difference on tight schedules.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $384 round-trip on this route - about $493 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Los Angeles Airport.
    - Hyatt Regency Los Angeles International Airport
    - Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles Hotel
    - Sonesta Los Angeles Airport LAX

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

Direct departures

Frankfurt am Main to Los Angeles

Monday

Condor,Lufthansa

Condor,Lufthansa

Tuesday

Condor,Lufthansa

Condor,Lufthansa

Wednesday

Condor,Lufthansa

Condor,Lufthansa

Thursday

Condor,Lufthansa

Condor,Lufthansa

Friday

Condor,Lufthansa

Condor,Lufthansa

Saturday

Condor,Lufthansa

Condor,Lufthansa

Sunday

Condor,Lufthansa

Condor,Lufthansa

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Direct returns

Los Angeles to Frankfurt am Main

Monday

Condor,Lufthansa

Condor,Lufthansa

Tuesday

Condor,Lufthansa

Condor,Lufthansa

Wednesday

Condor,Lufthansa

Condor,Lufthansa

Thursday

Condor,Lufthansa

Condor,Lufthansa

Friday

Condor,Lufthansa

Condor,Lufthansa

Saturday

Condor,Lufthansa

Condor,Lufthansa

Sunday

Condor,Lufthansa

Condor,Lufthansa

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