Travelling from Frankfurt to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX): what you need to know
Frankfurt is home to a couple of airports where you can kick off your trip. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Frankfurt to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) departing from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) or Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN).
The average duration of a direct flight from Frankfurt to Los Angeles International Airport is 11 hours 53 minutes.
Los Angeles is 8 hours behind Frankfurt. Los Angeles International Airport is located in Los Angeles, which operates on the UTC-7 timezone.
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is the most popular route. There are 17 direct weekly flights to pick from. If you have things to do before leaving, hop on the last flight with Condor at 14:15. Opt for the first FRA to LAX departure operated by Lufthansa at 10:25 if you want to get going earlier.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your flight from Frankfurt to LAX. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Head to the airport even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international journeys. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to relax or go over your itinerary.
Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
You can hop on a direct flight from Frankfurt to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) out of Frankfurt Airport (FRA).
You can book a direct flight from Frankfurt to Los Angeles International Airport with Lufthansa. This top carrier operates departures from FRA.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip — and perhaps even explore a different city. When searching for flights from Frankfurt to LAX leaving from Frankfurt Airport (FRA), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Denver International Airport (DEN)
The distance from central Frankfurt to FRA is about 14 kilometres. Check out Google Maps for the fastest route, whether you prefer to drive or use public transport.
Have an early flight from Frankfurt to Los Angeles International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near Frankfurt Airport:
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
Looking to fly out of Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)? You can book a direct flight from Frankfurt to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) out of this popular hub.
Catch your direct flight from Frankfurt to LAX with Lufthansa. This is one of the top carriers operating this route out of HHN.
Make the most of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Frankfurt to Los Angeles International Airport. Visit friends or family or cross another city off your list. Whatever your plans, check out these options between Frankfurt - Hahn Airport and LAX:
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Denver International Airport (DEN)
HHN is around 121 kilometres from central Frankfurt. It'll take you 1 hour and 32 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 2 hours and 40 minutes.
You're off on holiday, so why not extend it with an additional night away? Think about kicking back in one of these accommodation options near Frankfurt - Hahn Airport the day before your flight from Frankfurt to LAX:
About Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
If you have a late flight from Frankfurt to Los Angeles International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near LAX:
Getting from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles
From Los Angeles International Airport, Los Angeles is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 32 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting there by public transport takes about 54 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Frankfurt to Los Angeles International Airport is R 5,000. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 8,143. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book 9 months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from Frankfurt to LAX.
The cheapest month for tickets from Frankfurt to Los Angeles International Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the most affordable day to fly if you're flexible with your plans.
Set up a Price Alert and keep track of changes on this route through email or push notifications. You'll know straight away when the fares drop. Timing is key for finding cheap tickets from Frankfurt to LAX.
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The best time to fly from Frankfurt to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
July is the busiest month for flights from Frankfurt to Los Angeles International Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Los Angeles in May when it's quieter.
The warmest month in Los Angeles is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your flights from Frankfurt to LAX in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Travel in February if you want cooler conditions. Temperatures average between 6ºC and 26ºC. However, this destination delivers on a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Frankfurt to Los Angeles International Airport.
More about Los Angeles
After locking in your flight from Frankfurt to Los Angeles International Airport, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Los Angeles:
Griffith Observatory and The Broad are just two of the leading attractions to put on your Los Angeles to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out La Brea Tar Pits & Museum.
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