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$350+ Cheap flights from Cologne (CGN) to California

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 3/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CGN — LAX
Jan 13 — Jan 201
Tue 1/13
Tue 1/20
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Cologne to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cologne to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 14, 2025.

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Thu 12/257:40 pmCGN - SFO
2 stops26h 40mLufthansa
Thu 1/298:45 pmSFO - CGN
1 stop13h 10mLufthansa
Deal found 12/13$727
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/258:40 amCGN - LAS
2 stops22h 51mAir Canada
Thu 1/296:15 amLAS - CGN
2 stops25h 05mAir Canada
Deal found 12/13$744
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/166:45 amCGN - SFO
2 stops23h 54mAir Canada
Mon 1/126:00 pmSFO - CGN
2 stops43h 25mAir Canada
Deal found 12/13$757
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/257:40 pmCGN - SFO
2 stops26h 40mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/298:25 amSFO - CGN
2 stops22h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/13$762
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/166:45 amCGN - SFO
2 stops37h 09mAir Canada
Sun 1/118:30 amSFO - CGN
2 stops42h 40mAir Canada
Deal found 12/13$764
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/258:40 amCGN - SFO
2 stops20h 54mAir Canada
Thu 1/298:25 amSFO - CGN
2 stops22h 55mAir Canada
Deal found 12/13$772
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/268:40 amCGN - SFO
2 stops21h 42mAir Canada
Thu 2/511:20 amSFO - CGN
2 stops20h 00mAir Canada
Deal found 12/13$775
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/2012:40 pmCGN - SFO
2 stops54h 28mAmerican Airlines
Sat 1/1010:30 pmSFO - CGN
2 stops33h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/13$786
This Sembo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Sembo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/226:55 pmCGN - SAN
2 stops49h 58mAir Canada
Fri 1/96:05 pmSAN - CGN
2 stops38h 05mAir Canada
Deal found 12/13$797
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/268:40 amCGN - LAS
2 stops22h 51mAir Canada
Thu 2/56:15 amLAS - CGN
2 stops25h 05mAir Canada
Deal found 12/13$800
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/156:45 amCGN - SFO
2 stops23h 54mAir Canada
Sat 1/106:50 pmSFO - CGN
2 stops56h 20mAir Canada
Deal found 12/13$810
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/2612:45 pmCGN - SAN
2 stops32h 08mAir Canada
Mon 1/1912:45 pmSAN - CGN
2 stops24h 40mAir Canada
Deal found 12/12$819

Find flight deals from Cologne to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Cologne to California flight deals. Data was last updated December 14, 2025.

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3 stars

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eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$636
(Expedia)

One-way from

$350
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$787
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Cologne to California that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 14, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cologne to California that are best for you.

Fly from

Cologne

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

CologneSan Jose

CGN - SJC

CGNSJC

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Wed 1/28

5:15 pm-1:42 pm

2 stops53h 27m

San Jose

Wed 2/4

12:50 pm-3:40 pm

2 stops41h 50m

$554

CologneSan Diego

CGN - SAN

CGNSAN

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Sun 1/25

4:35 pm-5:09 pm

2 stops33h 34m

San Diego

Sun 2/1

12:32 pm-4:30 pm

2 stops18h 58m

$639

CologneSan Diego

CGN - SAN

CGNSAN

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Sun 1/25

9:10 am-3:45 pm

1 stop15h 35m

San Diego

Sun 2/1

2:11 pm-5:10 pm

2 stops17h 59m

$646

CologneLas Vegas

CGN - LAS

CGNLAS

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Mon 1/26

5:15 pm-6:50 pm

1 stop34h 35m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sun 2/8

8:55 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop34h 15m

$654

CologneLos Angeles

CGN - LAX

CGNLAX

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Sun 2/1

9:30 am-6:10 pm

1 stop17h 40m

Los Angeles

Sun 2/15

7:55 pm-8:45 am

1 stop27h 50m

$654

CologneLas Vegas

CGN - LAS

CGNLAS

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Mon 1/19

5:15 pm-6:50 pm

1 stop34h 35m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sun 2/1

6:35 pm-4:30 pm

1 stop12h 55m

$655

CologneLos Angeles

CGN - LAX

CGNLAX

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Tue 1/27

9:10 am-3:15 pm

1 stop15h 05m

Los Angeles

Tue 2/3

8:20 am-12:35 pm

2 stops19h 15m

$661

CologneSan Diego

CGN - SAN

CGNSAN

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Sun 1/25

9:10 am-3:45 pm

1 stop15h 35m

San Diego

Sun 2/1

12:45 pm-10:25 pm

2 stops24h 40m

$669

CologneSan Francisco

CGN - SFO

CGNSFO

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Mon 1/26

1:20 pm-7:35 pm

1 stop15h 15m

San Francisco

Mon 2/2

1:30 pm-12:50 pm

1 stop14h 20m

$677

CologneLos Angeles

CGN - LAX

CGNLAX

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Thu 1/22

9:10 am-3:15 pm

1 stop15h 05m

Los Angeles

Thu 1/29

5:30 pm-6:55 pm

1 stop16h 25m

$685

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Best time to book a flight from Cologne to California

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cologne to California?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cologne to California (average of $411). Flying from Cologne to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $609). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CGN to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Cologne to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 14, 2025.

When flying from Cologne to California, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 39% versus a flight at noon.

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to California. Reviews last updated December 14, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Lufthansa and British Airways from Cologne to California. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,626 reviews

Food

6.3

Boarding

7.0

Comfort

6.8

Entertainment

6.4

Overall

6.8

Crew

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Djermouli,Dec 2025

FRA - SFO

I’m sorry the worst airline united food sales I’m diabetic plus high cholesterol pls seats it’s not comfortable plus screen tv broke I try to charge my phone don’t work I’m not flying with united airlines
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,626 reviews
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,626 reviews

Food

6.3

Boarding

7.0

Comfort

6.8

Entertainment

6.4

Overall

6.8

Crew

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Djermouli,Dec 2025

FRA - SFO

I’m sorry the worst airline united food sales I’m diabetic plus high cholesterol pls seats it’s not comfortable plus screen tv broke I try to charge my phone don’t work I’m not flying with united airlines
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,574 reviews
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,626 reviews

Food

6.3

Boarding

7.0

Comfort

6.8

Entertainment

6.4

Overall

6.8

Crew

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Djermouli,Dec 2025

FRA - SFO

I’m sorry the worst airline united food sales I’m diabetic plus high cholesterol pls seats it’s not comfortable plus screen tv broke I try to charge my phone don’t work I’m not flying with united airlines

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Cologne to California?

    Most people fly from Cologne Köln/Bonn (CGN) if they book a flight from Cologne to California. Cologne Köln/Bonn is conveniently located just 9.5 mi from Cologne’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Cologne to California?

    British Airways, Lufthansa, and United Airlines can get you from Cologne to California in just under 15h 05m. Your travel time can differ by up to 18h 29m. The distance from Cologne to California is about 5703 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the most popular routes from Cologne to California?

    Most travelers choose Cologne Köln/Bonn - Los Angeles, Cologne Köln/Bonn - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl or Cologne Köln/Bonn - Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty when deciding on the best route from Cologne to California.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cologne to California that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Cologne to California flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Cologne to California?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Cologne to California.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Cologne to California?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cologne to California by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cologne to California?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cologne to California (average of $411). Flying from Cologne to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $609). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Cologne to California

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Cologne to California. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LufthansaCheapest$422Average$613FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
British AirwaysCheapest$507Average$589FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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