Travelling from Los Angeles to Frankfurt Airport (FRA): what you need to know
Start your holiday planning by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Los Angeles to Frankfurt Airport (FRA). Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Van Nuys Airport (VNY) are Los Angeles's main airports.
The average duration of a direct flight from Los Angeles to Frankfurt Airport is 10 hours 52 minutes.
The timezone in Frankfurt is UTC+1, which is 8 hours ahead of Los Angeles. Frankfurt Airport is located in Frankfurt.
The most popular route is from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA), with 17 direct weekly services. If you want to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from LAX to FRA is the 14:55 Lufthansa service. If you have other commitments or plans on your day of travel, the final departure is at 20:05 with Condor.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Get to the airport on time to board your flight from Los Angeles to FRA.
If you're going away during a peak month like July, make your way to the airport even earlier. You'll want to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Security lines will be longer during high seasons like summer and spring break.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Enjoy an uninterrupted journey from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Nonstop flights from Los Angeles to Frankfurt Airport (FRA) operate from here.
If you want to leave from LAX, you can take a direct flight from Los Angeles to Frankfurt Airport with Lufthansa.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save money on your flight from Los Angeles to FRA. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Take a pause at one of these airports:
Denver International Airport (DEN)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
LAX is approximately 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. To help work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This essential traveller tool will show you the fastest route and available public transport options.
Want a hassle-free start to your break? Stay near Los Angeles International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Los Angeles to Frankfurt Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
Planning to leave from Van Nuys Airport (VNY)? You can book a direct flight from Los Angeles to Frankfurt Airport (FRA) from this popular hub.
Catch your direct flight from Los Angeles to FRA with Lufthansa. This is one of the leading airlines that operates this route out of VNY.
Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Los Angeles to Frankfurt Airport. Visit family or friends or tick another city off your list. Whatever your plans, check out these options between Van Nuys Airport and FRA:
Denver International Airport (DEN)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
VNY is about 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. It'll take you 34 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour and 41 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your flight from Los Angeles to FRA? Kick back in a hotel near Van Nuys Airport before your break officially starts. Check out these accommodation options:
About Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Book a hotel near FRA if you're catching a late flight from Los Angeles to Frankfurt Airport. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to central Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport is approximately 14 kilometres from the centre of Frankfurt. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 21 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 37 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Frankfurt Airport is ج.م. 14,397. The cheapest price for a return flight is ج.م. 27,359. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Lock in cheap tickets from Los Angeles to FRA by booking at least 1 month ahead. Based on flight price data, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
You'll score the best savings on your tickets from Los Angeles to Frankfurt Airport by travelling in October. Take it one step further and use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the cheapest day to fly.
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The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
July is the busiest month for flights from Los Angeles to Frankfurt Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Frankfurt in February when it's quieter.
Think about the type of weather that'll work with your plans for Frankfurt. July is known as the warmest month. Book your flights from Los Angeles to FRA during then and you can expect temperatures of between 12ºC and 28ºC.
Visit in January if you want to explore when it's cooler. Average temperatures range between -4ºC and 7ºC. However, this destination promises a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Los Angeles to Frankfurt Airport.
More about Frankfurt
Start your Frankfurt trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Los Angeles to Frankfurt Airport, check out our range of accommodation options including:
Palmengarten and Goethe House are a couple of leading attractions to put on your Frankfurt to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Frankfurt Cathedral.
Complete your Frankfurt trip with a car rental
We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Los Angeles to Frankfurt Airport to track down your ideal ride. Check out our car rentals in Frankfurt and compare your options in one place. Plus we give you all the info you need to know, from the most popular rental company to the average daily price.
