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Cheapest return flight
554 €
Typical prices: 595 €-818 €
Air Canada
Mon 24.9.Fri 30.11.
FRA - LAX • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
555 €
Typical prices: 645 €-882 €
Lufthansa
Tue 9.10.Sun 21.10.
FRA - LAX • Direct
Direct flights
You can fly direct with Lufthansa and Condor. Average duration is 11h 40m
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 86% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 7 weeks in advance save around 10% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 10% price drop
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Cheapest • Avg 330 € (return)
Shortest trip • 13h 43m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Frankfurt am Main to Los Angeles (FRA-LAX)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Frankfurt to Los Angeles

Fri, 25. Sep - Sun, 4. Oct
Air Canada Logo
11:25 - 20:55FRA  Frankfurt am Main-LAX Los Angeles
18h 30m2 stops Zurich Toronto Pearson Intl
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6:45 - 11:10LAX  Los Angeles-FRA Frankfurt am Main
19h 25m2 stops Vancouver Intl Toronto Pearson Intl
554 €Air Canada
Thu, 24. Sep - Mon, 30. Nov
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10:15 - 17:55FRA  Frankfurt am Main-LAX Los Angeles
16h 40m1 stop Vancouver Intl
Air Canada Logo
7:15 - 11:10LAX  Los Angeles-FRA Frankfurt am Main
18h 55m2 stops Vancouver Intl Toronto Pearson Intl
554 €Air Canada
Mon, 19. Oct - Mon, 26. Oct
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10:15 - 15:15FRA  Frankfurt am Main-LAX Los Angeles
14h 00m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
Lufthansa Logo
16:00 - 10:55LAX  Los Angeles-FRA Frankfurt am Main
10h 55mdirect
554 €Lufthansa
Tue, 22. Sep - Tue, 6. Oct
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10:40 - 13:10FRA  Frankfurt am Main-LAX Los Angeles
11h 30mdirect
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15:20 - 14:05LAX  Los Angeles-FRA Frankfurt am Main
13h 45m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
554 €Lufthansa
Thu, 1. Oct - Tue, 13. Oct
British Airways Logo
9:20 - 20:30FRA  Frankfurt am Main-LAX Los Angeles
20h 10m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Raleigh-Durham
British Airways Logo
20:51 - 7:20LAX  Los Angeles-FRA Frankfurt am Main
25h 29m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Charlotte Douglas
554 €British Airways
Wed, 28. Oct - Tue, 10. Nov
TAP AIR PORTUGAL Logo
17:45 - 16:15FRA  Frankfurt am Main-LAX Los Angeles
30h 30m1 stop Lisbon Humberto Delgado
TAP AIR PORTUGAL Logo
17:15 - 22:40LAX  Los Angeles-FRA Frankfurt am Main
20h 25m1 stop Lisbon Humberto Delgado
554 €TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Thu, 24. Sep - Wed, 7. Oct
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11:25 - 16:30FRA  Frankfurt am Main-LAX Los Angeles
14h 05m1 stop Zurich
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19:35 - 18:10LAX  Los Angeles-FRA Frankfurt am Main
13h 35m1 stop Zurich
554 €SWISS
Tue, 6. Oct - Tue, 13. Oct
British Airways Logo
9:20 - 23:51FRA  Frankfurt am Main-LAX Los Angeles
23h 31m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Dallas/Fort Worth
British Airways Logo
8:47 - 8:45LAX  Los Angeles-FRA Frankfurt am Main
14h 58m2 stops Albuquerque Dallas/Fort Worth
555 €British Airways
Sun, 1. Nov - Sun, 15. Nov
SWISS Logo
11:25 - 16:35FRA  Frankfurt am Main-LAX Los Angeles
14h 10m1 stop Zurich
SWISS Logo
19:10 - 17:55LAX  Los Angeles-FRA Frankfurt am Main
13h 45m1 stop Zurich
555 €SWISS
Wed, 28. Oct - Sat, 7. Nov
TAP AIR PORTUGAL Logo
17:45 - 16:15FRA  Frankfurt am Main-LAX Los Angeles
30h 30m1 stop Lisbon Humberto Delgado
TAP AIR PORTUGAL Logo
17:15 - 12:30LAX  Los Angeles-FRA Frankfurt am Main
34h 15m1 stop Lisbon Humberto Delgado
556 €TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Frankfurt am Main Airport to Los Angeles flights

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How much is a return flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Los Angeles?

Return flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Los Angeles start at 554 €. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from 595 € to 818 €. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was 554 € on Air Canada.

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

Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Los Angeles and 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 Airport to Los Angeles?

  • February is the cheapest month to fly from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Los Angeles at 625 € return.
  • July (772 €) and December (754 €) 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 Airport to Los Angeles the cheapest?

Flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport 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 to Los Angeles

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

Key details for Frankfurt am Main Airport to Los Angeles flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

479 €
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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Your Frankfurt am Main Airport 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 Airport to Los Angeles flights?

    Among airlines operating Frankfurt am Main Airport 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.

  • Which airlines are available on the route from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Los Angeles?

    2 airlines operate flights between Frankfurt am Main Airport and Los Angeles. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

    • Lufthansa
    • Condor

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

    Flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Los Angeles usually depart from Frankfurt am Main (FRA) and arrive at Los Angeles (LAX).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Frankfurt am Main Airport 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 travellers should check the fare details before booking.

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

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

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

    Prices vary by airline.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Los Angeles?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average 330 € return via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL), compared with 754 € for direct.

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

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge 60 €–86 € for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Los Angeles?

    The Boeing 747-8 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Lufthansa and United Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner variants.

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

    One-stop flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport 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 Airport to Los Angeles?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 10% on the Frankfurt am Main Airport to Los Angeles route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at 665 € return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at 738 €, a difference of 73 €. 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 on the route from Frankfurt am Main Airport 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 Airport to Los Angeles route, 21% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1 hour 51 minutes.

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

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Frankfurt am Main Airport to Los Angeles flights, with 100% 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, Santa Monica State Beach, and Hollywood Walk of Fame. These are among the most viewed places in Los Angeles on KAYAK.

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

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

    • Earliest: departs at 10:25 and lands at 22:05
    • Latest: departs at 13:50 and lands at 1:30.

    The flight takes about 11h 40m.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 2% above the route average of 698 €. Book 7 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    A direct flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Los Angeles takes 11h 40m, covering 14.990 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Frankfurt am Main Airport 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 Airport to Los Angeles looking right now?

    One-way fares from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Los Angeles are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about 486 €, which is 24% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 13h 43m, compared to 14h 18m via Denver Intl (DEN) and 14h 41m via Helsinki-Vantaa (HEL).

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

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

  • Which car hire options are available at Los Angeles Airport (LAX)?

    Los Angeles Airport (LAX) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around 3 € for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Ace
    • Thrifty
    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Alamo

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

    Return flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Los Angeles range from 595 € to 818 €, with an average of 698 € over the past 12 months. Anything below 595 € counts as a good deal.

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

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

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

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

Your guide to booking Frankfurt am Main Airport to Los Angeles flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Thursday flights average 665 € – about 73 € 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 Airport to Los Angeles trip for February. Fares historically average 625 € return in that month – typically 146 € 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. 86% of Condor flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Los Angeles arrived on time in the past 3 months, slightly above the route's average on-time arrival rate of 79%. When flights on this route do arrive late, the average delay is 1 hour51 minutes, so choosing an airline 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 stopover option averages 330 € return on this route – about 424 € 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
    - Sonesta Los Angeles Airport LAX
    - Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles Hotel

Prefer to fly direct from Frankfurt am Main to Los Angeles?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Frankfurt am Main Airport 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

Lufthansa

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

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

Saturday

Condor,Lufthansa

Condor,Lufthansa

Sunday

Condor,Lufthansa

Condor,Lufthansa

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