Flying 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 50 minutes.
Frankfurt's timezone is UTC+1, making Frankfurt eight hours ahead of Los Angeles.
Each week, there are 17 Los Angeles International Airport to Frankfurt Airport flights. If you want to get going as early as possible, opt for the 14:55 Lufthansa flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the last flight is at 20:05 with Condor.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your LAX to FRA flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
Condor is your ticket to exploring Frankfurt (and maybe even some other great corners of Germany!). Check out the direct flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Frankfurt Airport offered by this popular carrier.
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is Condor.
Lufthansa is the most punctual carrier that offers LAX to FRA flights.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Los Angeles International Airport to Frankfurt Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between LAX and FRA include:
Beijing Capital International Airport
London Heathrow Airport
Denver International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Right now, $346 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Los Angeles International Airport to Frankfurt Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $806. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
To get cheap tickets from LAX to FRA, reserve your trip 11 months before your departure.
October is the cheapest month for flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Frankfurt Airport. If you need to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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Handy information about Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
LAX is located at One World Way.
81.05% of flights departing from Los Angeles International Airport arrive at their destination on time. Given its strong performance rating, you're unlikely to experience delays when taking off from LAX.
To get to Los Angeles International Airport from central Los Angeles, it takes about 30 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of roughly 55 minutes when using public transport.
Need a handy hotel near LAX? If you've booked an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Frankfurt Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
If you're coming in on a late Los Angeles International Airport to Frankfurt Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near FRA:
Grab a Frankfurt Airport rental car and discover Frankfurt and beyond with your own wheels. Wheego, Alamo and OK Mobility are popular providers you can book with here.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Frankfurt Airport around three weeks before you travel.
Getting from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to central Frankfurt
From Frankfurt Airport, Frankfurt is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you around 35 minutes.
When to fly to Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
The quietest month for a flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Frankfurt Airport is January, while April is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Frankfurt based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Before locking in your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Frankfurt Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Frankfurt, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from LAX to FRA in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -4ºC (25ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.
Explore more of Germany
Berlin is just one of the many places in Germany waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Frankfurt. Around 418 kilometres away to the north-east, popular attractions include Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
Hamburg is another must-experience destination in Germany and is around 386 kilometres north of Frankfurt. No journey is complete without a visit to Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.