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$384+ Cheap flights from Germany 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 9/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
FRA — LAX
Aug 4 — Aug 111
Mon 8/4
Mon 8/11
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Germany to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Germany to California flight deals. Data was last updated July 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$550
(Delta)

One-way from

$384
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$936

Good round-trip deal

$705 or less

Good one-way deal

$678 or less
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Cheapest flights from Germany to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Germany to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 30, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/2510:15 amFRA - SJC
2 stops21h 34mDelta
Sun 9/76:25 amSJC - FRA
2 stops20h 00mDelta
Deal found 7/30$550
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/2911:45 amFRA - SJC
2 stops17h 52mMultiple Airlines
Thu 9/113:26 pmSJC - FRA
2 stops17h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/28$557
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/3010:15 amFRA - SJC
2 stops17h 26mKLM
Sun 9/146:35 amSJC - FRA
1 stop17h 20mKLM
Deal found 7/29$558
This flugladen.de deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 flugladen.de is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/2511:00 amFRA - SJC
1 stop18h 42mAir France
Sun 9/76:30 amSJC - FRA
1 stop17h 25mAir France
Deal found 7/30$561
This lastminute.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 lastminute.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/1410:45 amMUC - LAX
1 stop16h 45mAer Lingus
Sun 11/238:15 pmLAX - MUC
1 stop14h 20mAer Lingus
Deal found 7/28$564
This TAP AIR PORTUGAL deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 TAP AIR PORTUGAL is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/246:05 amMUC - LAX
1 stop17h 30mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Sat 11/15:45 pmLAX - MUC
1 stop34h 10mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 7/28$566
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/2411:00 amFRA - LAS
2 stops19h 07mVirgin Atlantic
Fri 10/316:05 amLAS - FRA
2 stops17h 45mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 7/29$567
This Billigflug deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Billigflug is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/298:30 pmMUC - LAX
1 stop28h 50mScandinavian Airlines
Thu 9/117:30 pmLAX - MUC
1 stop15h 10mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 7/30$567
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/1710:50 amFRA - LAS
1 stop18h 06mBritish Airways
Mon 11/2410:49 pmLAS - FRA
1 stop25h 01mBritish Airways
Deal found 7/29$568
This ResecentrumGruppen deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 ResecentrumGruppen is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/2210:40 amFRA - ONT
1 stop20h 40mKLM
Sun 9/77:05 amONT - FRA
1 stop16h 50mKLM
Deal found 7/29$571
This Billigflug deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Billigflug is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/149:20 amFRA - ONT
1 stop21h 08mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/1810:50 amONT - FRA
2 stops26h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30$572
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Tue 10/145:05 pmFRA - LAS
1 stop35h 55mAmerican Airlines
Fri 10/315:15 amLAS - FRA
1 stop18h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/28$572

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Germany 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 July 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Germany to California that are best for you.

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Germany

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Frankfurt am MainSan Jose

FRA - SJC

FRASJC

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 8/25

10:15 am-10:49 pm

2 stops21h 34m

San Jose

Sun 9/7

6:25 am-11:25 am

2 stops20h 00m

$550

Frankfurt am MainSan Jose

FRA - SJC

FRASJC

Frankfurt am Main

Fri 8/29

11:45 am-8:37 pm

2 stops17h 52m

San Jose

Thu 9/11

3:26 pm-5:45 pm

2 stops17h 19m

$557

Frankfurt am MainSan Jose

FRA - SJC

FRASJC

Frankfurt am Main

Sat 8/30

10:15 am-6:41 pm

2 stops17h 26m

San Jose

Sun 9/14

6:35 am-8:55 am

1 stop17h 20m

$558

Frankfurt am MainSan Jose

FRA - SJC

FRASJC

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 8/25

11:00 am-8:42 pm

1 stop18h 42m

San Jose

Sun 9/7

6:30 am-8:55 am

1 stop17h 25m

$561

MunichLos Angeles

MUC - LAX

MUCLAX

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Fri 11/14

10:45 am-6:30 pm

1 stop16h 45m

Los Angeles

Sun 11/23

8:15 pm-7:35 pm

1 stop14h 20m

$564

MunichLos Angeles

MUC - LAX

MUCLAX

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Fri 10/24

6:05 am-2:35 pm

1 stop17h 30m

Los Angeles

Sat 11/1

5:45 pm-11:55 am

1 stop34h 10m

$566

Frankfurt am MainLas Vegas

FRA - LAS

FRALAS

Frankfurt am Main

Fri 10/24

11:00 am-9:07 pm

2 stops19h 07m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 10/31

6:05 am-7:50 am

2 stops17h 45m

$567

MunichLos Angeles

MUC - LAX

MUCLAX

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Fri 8/29

8:30 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop28h 50m

Los Angeles

Thu 9/11

7:30 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop15h 10m

$567

Frankfurt am MainLas Vegas

FRA - LAS

FRALAS

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 11/17

10:50 am-7:56 pm

1 stop18h 06m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 11/24

10:49 pm-8:50 am

1 stop25h 01m

$568

Frankfurt am MainOntario

FRA - ONT

FRAONT

Frankfurt am Main

Fri 8/22

10:40 am-10:20 pm

1 stop20h 40m

Ontario

Sun 9/7

7:05 am-8:55 am

1 stop16h 50m

$571

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Best time to book a flight from Germany to California

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Germany to California

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Germany to California (average of $246). Flying from Germany to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $326). 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 DE to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Germany 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 July 30, 2025.

When flying from Germany to California, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from Germany to California

Explore weekly flight availability from Germany to California. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated July 30, 2025.

The most flights from DE0 to USCA are scheduled on a Monday (12 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

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 July 30, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Germany to California, such as Delta, KLM, and Austrian Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
KLM
7.8
Good
1,383 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
822 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,316 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Air France
7.5
Good
1,465 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

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  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Germany to California one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $404 on TAP AIR PORTUGAL. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Condor from $413 and LEVEL from $424 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Germany 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 Germany to California?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Germany to California (average of $246). Flying from Germany to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $326). 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 10 airlines flying from Germany to California

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Germany 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 July 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapest$235Average$702FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Aer LingusCheapest$291Average$625FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
CondorCheapest$360Average$735FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
DeltaCheapest$361Average$617FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$422Average$681FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
LufthansaCheapest$432Average$760FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$489Average$717FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
FinnairCheapest$495Average$587FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
United AirlinesCheapest$506Average$808FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SWISSCheapest$509Average$683FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%

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