Flying from Frankfurt to Los Angeles: what you need to know
There are two main airports you can take off from in Frankfurt. Explore your options leaving from Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) or Hahn Airport (HHN) when planning your flight from Frankfurt to Los Angeles.
When it comes to working out where to land in Los Angeles, Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Los Angeles Van Nuys Airport (VNY) are the major entry points.
Around 11 hours 40 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct Frankfurt to Los Angeles flight.
Los Angeles's timezone is UTC-8, which makes Los Angeles nine hours behind Frankfurt.
With 13 weekly flights between the two airports, Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is the busiest route. Board the earliest flight from Frankfurt to Los Angeles with Lufthansa at 10:25. If you prefer to make the most of your day before leaving, the last departure from FRA to LAX is with Condor at 14:00.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your Frankfurt to Los Angeles flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month such as September? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Los Angeles
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Flying from Frankfurt
Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)
You can get a direct flight from Frankfurt to Los Angeles taking off from Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA). Start your trip at FRA and end it at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).
Be on the lookout for deals with Lufthansa. This airline offers direct Frankfurt to Los Angeles plane tickets from FRA.
We make it easy to book a Frankfurt to Los Angeles flight with a stopover. To see your options departing from Frankfurt am Main Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
Denver International Airport (DEN)
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Located around 11 kilometres from central Frankfurt, FRA can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 20 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Frankfurt to Los Angeles? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near Frankfurt am Main Airport:
Of the flights that depart from Frankfurt am Main Airport, 74% land on time at their destination.
Hahn Airport (HHN)
Split up your Frankfurt to Los Angeles flight with a stop so you can recharge or cross a new place off your list. Some top stopovers between Hahn Airport and Los Angeles are:
Barcelona Airport (BCN)
Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
You can get to HHN from central Frankfurt in about 1 hour 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 2 hours 10 minutes to travel the 105 kilometres or so.
Start your holiday sooner with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from Frankfurt to Los Angeles, unwind in one of these hotels near Hahn Airport:
Hahn Airport has a reputation for reliability and timeliness. 84% of flights taking off from here meet their scheduled arrival times without fail.
Arriving in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles takes about 35 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 19 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre on public transport typically takes 1 hour.
Consider staying in a hotel close to LAX if you're coming in on a late flight from Frankfurt to Los Angeles. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Explore without limits with a Los Angeles International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and see more of Los Angeles and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Los Angeles International Airport around one week in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
The street address for LAX is One World Way.
Los Angeles Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
Los Angeles Van Nuys Airport (VNY) is roughly 27 kilometres from central Los Angeles. After your flight from Frankfurt to Los Angeles, it takes approximately 35 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take approximately 1 hour 15 minutes.
You'll find some great places to lay your head close to VNY. Tuck yourself in after your Frankfurt to Los Angeles flight at one of these perfectly located options:
The quickest way to reach your destination is with a Los Angeles Van Nuys Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Budget, Dollar or Hertz and be on your way in a flash.
Generally, the earlier you book, the better the prices and selection of vehicles. Reserve your ride from VNY as soon as you've confirmed your plans.
Best time to go to Los Angeles
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Frankfurt to Los Angeles. July is the most popular month for a trip to Los Angeles. If you like a quieter vibe, go in March.
Book a Frankfurt to Los Angeles ticket departing in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Los Angeles to range from 16ºC to 32ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Frankfurt to Los Angeles in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC and 26ºC on average.
More about Los Angeles
After booking your flight from Frankfurt to Los Angeles, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Los Angeles:
Hollywood Sign and Universal Studios Hollywood are a couple of major attractions to add to your Los Angeles travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Hollywood Bowl.
Explore more of the United States
San Diego is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored once you've seen Los Angeles. Around 177 kilometres to the southeast, its top attractions include San Diego Zoo, Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in the United States, consider San Jose, roughly 499 kilometres northwest of Los Angeles. Winchester Mystery House, The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley are among the biggest draws.