Traveling from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Frankfurt Airport is 10 hours 52 minutes. Frankfurt's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Frankfurt 8 hours ahead of Los Angeles.
Choose from 17 weekly flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Frankfurt Airport. The 10:25 departure with Lufthansa is the earliest you can take from LAX to FRA. Condor operates the latest service of the day at 20:05 if you're not into early starts.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a high season in general.
Lufthansa offers direct flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Frankfurt Airport. Book with this popular airline, and get ready to tick off the sights in Frankfurt — and maybe even more of Germany if your schedule allows.
We make it a breeze to get a flight with a stopover. To look at the options for flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Frankfurt Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between LAX and FRA include:
Denver International Airport
Beijing Capital International Airport
London Heathrow Airport
Don't forget, you might need a visa to enter Germany. Visa regulations vary and travel documentation requirements change frequently. Before organizing your cheap ticket from LAX to FRA, check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for up-to-date information.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles International Airport to Frankfurt Airport is C$385. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$716. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Get cheap flight tickets from LAX to FRA by booking at least 2 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
Schedule your trip for October. That's the cheapest month for flight tickets from Los Angeles International Airport to Frankfurt Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.
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Handy information about Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
The journey from central Los Angeles to Los Angeles International Airport takes about 54 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or hail a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 32 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
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Arriving at Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Frankfurt Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near FRA:
Getting from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to central Frankfurt
From Frankfurt Airport, Frankfurt is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 21 minutes to get to the center driving.
When traveling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 37 minutes.
When to fly to Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
The quietest month for a flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Frankfurt Airport is February, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Frankfurt based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Frankfurt Airport for July if you want to visit Frankfurt during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 12ºC and 28ºC.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LAX to FRA in January. Average temperatures are between -4ºC and 7ºC then.
More about Frankfurt
As soon as you've locked in your flights from LAX to FRA, you'll want to find a hotel in Frankfurt. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this exciting destination:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Palmengarten, Goethe House and Frankfurt Cathedral are top sights which should be on any good Frankfurt itinerary.
Complete your Frankfurt trip with hotels and a car rental
We don't just compare flights. Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Frankfurt Airport, browse our great car rental offers that'll give you the flexibility to travel around at your own pace. Then, have a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find the perfect Frankfurt stay.