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Frankfurt.C$832 per passenger.Departing Tue, Sep 9, returning Tue, Sep 16.Round-trip flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departing from San Jose International on Tue, Sep 9, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departing from Frankfurt am Main on Tue, Sep 16, arriving in San Jose International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$832, select.
Frankfurt.C$928 per passenger.Departing Thu, Aug 21, returning Tue, Sep 2.Round-trip flight with Scandinavian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departing from San Jose International on Thu, Aug 21, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Inbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departing from Frankfurt am Main on Tue, Sep 2, arriving in San Jose International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$928, select.
Frankfurt.C$930 per passenger.Departing Mon, Jul 28, returning Wed, Aug 13.Round-trip flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departing from San Jose International on Mon, Jul 28, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departing from Frankfurt am Main on Wed, Aug 13, arriving in San Jose International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$930, select.
Frankfurt.C$934 per passenger.Departing Wed, Aug 20, returning Mon, Aug 25.Round-trip flight with Scandinavian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departing from San Jose International on Wed, Aug 20, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Inbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departing from Frankfurt am Main on Mon, Aug 25, arriving in San Jose International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$934, select.
Frankfurt.C$967 per passenger.Departing Tue, Sep 30, returning Tue, Nov 18.Round-trip flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departing from San Jose International on Tue, Sep 30, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departing from Frankfurt am Main on Tue, Nov 18, arriving in San Jose International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$967, select.
Frankfurt.C$987 per passenger.Departing Mon, Jan 5, returning Mon, Jan 12.Round-trip flight with Air France.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departing from San Jose International on Mon, Jan 5, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departing from Frankfurt am Main on Mon, Jan 12, arriving in San Jose International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$987, select.
Frankfurt.C$1,003 per passenger.Departing Thu, Oct 23, returning Thu, Oct 30.Round-trip flight with Virgin Atlantic.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Atlantic, departing from San Jose International on Thu, Oct 23, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Inbound indirect flight with Virgin Atlantic, departing from Frankfurt am Main on Thu, Oct 30, arriving in San Jose International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$1,003, select.
Frankfurt.C$1,050 per passenger.Departing Sun, Jul 6, returning Tue, Jul 22.Round-trip flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departing from San Jose International on Sun, Jul 6, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departing from Frankfurt am Main on Tue, Jul 22, arriving in San Jose International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$1,050, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Jose to Frankfurt

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like San Jose to Frankfurt flights are currently cheapest in September.
Jun
from C$1,075
Jul
from C$1,050
Aug
from C$934
Sep
from C$832
Oct
from C$1,003
Nov
from C$1,229
Dec
from C$1,131
Jan
from C$987
Feb
from C$1,389
Mar
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Apr
from C$1,403
May
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San Jose to Frankfurt: Flight information

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Cheapest flight foundC$832
Cheapest month to flySeptember

Finding cheap flights from San Jose to Frankfurt: Frequently asked questions

There are 3 airports in Frankfurt: Frankfurt am Main, Mannheim and Frankfurt Hahn.
The best price we found for a round-trip flight from San Jose to Frankfurt is C$832. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from San Jose to Frankfurt. But we found flights with one or more stops from C$832.
There are no flights flying from San Jose to Frankfurt, as of June 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from San Jose to Frankfurt is usually June 2025.
If you're flying from San Jose, the cheapest airport near Frankfurt is Frankfurt am Main – which is 11.8 km away from the center of Frankfurt. We've found flights to this airport from C$832.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from San Jose to Frankfurt on Tuesday, September 9, 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between San Jose and Frankfurt. Most routes have one or more stops.
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 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.
In June, the average temperature is usually around 16°C. July is typically the warmest month in Frankfurt, when it usually averages around 25°C. You can expect the least rain in April. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -3°C. The rainiest month is July.
The cheapest airline that flies to Frankfurt is Delta.

Flying from San Jose to Frankfurt: what you need to know

  • Planning your vacation starts with working out where you'll leave from in San Jose. Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for reserving a flight from San Jose to Frankfurt jetting off from here.

  • Touch down in Frankfurt at Frankfurt Airport (FRA) or Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN).

  • The timezone in Frankfurt is UTC+1, which is eight hours ahead of San Jose.

  • For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your San Jose to Frankfurt flight.

  • Popular months like August or high seasons such as Christmas and New Year will mean bigger queues at check-in and security. Travelling then? Play it safe and get to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and four hours ahead of an international departure is wise.

How to find the cheapest flights from San Jose to Frankfurt

  • Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap San Jose to Frankfurt flight. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.

  • Getting cheap plane tickets from San Jose to Frankfurt is more likely if you're flexible with your travel plans. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices across the month and land a great deal.

  • You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll tell you the moment a better deal comes up on cheap flights from San Jose to Frankfurt.

  • Tailor your travel plans using filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' San Jose to Frankfurt flights.

Flying from San Jose

Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC)

  • Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your San Jose to Frankfurt flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport. Take a break from travelling at one of these popular airports:

    • Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

    • Denver International Airport (DEN)

    • Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)

  • The journey from central San Jose to SJC takes around 45 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 5 kilometres in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Want a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from San Jose to Frankfurt or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:

  • 84.69% of flights leaving Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport reach their destination on time. With its strong performance rating, you're unlikely to face delays when taking off from SJC.

  • SJC is located at 1701 Airport Boulevard, Suite B-1130.

Arriving in Frankfurt

Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

  • Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is approximately 11 kilometres from central Frankfurt. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take around 20 minutes.

  • Getting there on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.

  • Book a hotel close to FRA if you have a late flight from San Jose to Frankfurt. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:

  • Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Frankfurt Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Wheego, Alamo or OK Mobility to explore Frankfurt and beyond.

  • To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from Frankfurt Airport around three weeks in advance of your San Jose to Frankfurt flight.

Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)

  • Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN) is about 105 kilometres from central Frankfurt. Once you've disembarked your flight from San Jose to Frankfurt, it takes approximately 1 hour 30 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.

  • If you hop on public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 2 hours 40 minutes or so.

  • Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to HHN. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your flight from San Jose to Frankfurt:

  • Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or long cab lines. Grab a Frankfurt - Hahn Airport rental car and go in any direction that inspires you. Compare offers from Flex To Go, Alamo and Keddy By Europcar.

  • Get the lowest price by booking your ride from HHN four weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a wider range of vehicles.

Best time to go to Frankfurt

  • It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from San Jose to Frankfurt. April is the busiest month to visit Frankfurt. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in January.

  • The warmest month in Frankfurt is July, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your San Jose to Frankfurt ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.

  • January sees average temperatures of between -4ºC (25ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Search for cheap flights from San Jose to Frankfurt around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

More about Frankfurt

  • Once you've booked your flight from San Jose to Frankfurt, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Frankfurt:

  • All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Palmengarten, Goethe House and Frankfurt Cathedral are attractions you won't want to skip in Frankfurt.

Explore more of Germany

  • Berlin is just one of the many cities in Germany waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Frankfurt. Around 418 kilometres to the north-east, popular attractions include Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.

  • Around 386 kilometres north of Frankfurt, Hamburg is another essential stop in Germany. Experience major highlights starting with Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.

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