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$395+ 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 1/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
FRA — LAX
nov 28 — dec 51
fre 11/28
fre 12/5
1 adult, Economy
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Keep the following information in mind while searching for Germany to California flight deals. Data was last updated oktober 29, 2025.

Round-trip from

$563
(oojo)

One-way from

$395
(Billigflug)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$750

Good round-trip deal

$567 or less

Good one-way deal

$712 or less
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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 oktober 29, 2025.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
ons 12/38:30 pmFRA - SFO
1 stop27h 05mScandinavian Airlines
lör 12/64:40 pmSFO - FRA
1 stop12h 50mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 10/28$563
This Billigflug deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Billigflug is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
ons 11/510:15 amFRA - SFO
1 stop22h 10mFinnair
mån 11/108:00 amSFO - FRA
1 stop14h 15mFinnair
Deal found 10/29$564
This Billigflug deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Billigflug is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sön 11/910:15 amFRA - SJC
1 stop19h 34mMultiple Airlines
mån 11/2411:06 amSJC - FRA
2 stops25h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/28$566
This Billigflug deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Billigflug is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
tors 11/610:15 amFRA - SJC
2 stops21h 01mMultiple Airlines
ons 11/196:00 amSJC - FRA
2 stops27h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$567
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
ons 12/33:15 pmFRA - SFO
1 stop32h 20mScandinavian Airlines
sön 12/74:40 pmSFO - FRA
1 stop12h 50mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 10/29$567
This Billigflug deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Billigflug is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
ons 11/510:15 amFRA - SFO
1 stop37h 49mMultiple Airlines
tis 11/111:11 pmSFO - FRA
2 stops21h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$568
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
tors 12/1110:15 amFRA - SFO
1 stop17h 53mBritish Airways
fre 2/65:30 pmSFO - FRA
1 stop19h 30mBritish Airways
Deal found 10/29$569
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sön 11/238:30 pmFRA - SFO
1 stop27h 05mScandinavian Airlines
sön 11/304:40 pmSFO - FRA
1 stop18h 05mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 10/29$570
This Billigflug deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Billigflug is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
tis 12/237:20 amFRA - SJC
2 stops19h 55mMultiple Airlines
ons 12/3110:53 amSJC - FRA
2 stops22h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$573
This Flysmarter deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Flysmarter is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
tors 12/2510:15 amFRA - SFO
1 stop19h 47mMultiple Airlines
tis 1/2010:35 amSFO - FRA
2 stops23h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/28$574
This Billigflug deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Billigflug is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
tis 11/117:20 amFRA - SFO
2 stops23h 45mMultiple Airlines
mån 1/126:37 amSFO - FRA
2 stops23h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/28$575
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
tors 11/610:15 amFRA - SJC
1 stop33h 01mAmerican Airlines
ons 11/196:00 amSJC - FRA
2 stops27h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/29$578

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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 oktober 29, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Germany to California that are best for you.

Fly from

Germany

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Frankfurt am MainSan Jose

FRA - SJC

FRASJC

Frankfurt am Main

tors 2/19

10:15 am-9:31 pm

1 stop20h 16m

San Jose

mån 2/23

6:00 am-3:30 pm

2 stops24h 30m

$578

Frankfurt am MainSan Francisco

FRA - SFO

FRASFO

Frankfurt am Main

ons 11/12

10:15 am-3:04 pm

1 stop37h 49m

San Francisco

fre 1/30

6:00 am-3:40 pm

2 stops24h 40m

$579

Frankfurt am MainSan Francisco

FRA - SFO

FRASFO

Frankfurt am Main

tors 11/13

10:15 am-8:56 pm

1 stop19h 41m

San Francisco

fre 1/30

5:30 pm-9:50 am

1 stop31h 20m

$579

Frankfurt am MainSan Francisco

FRA - SFO

FRASFO

Frankfurt am Main

mån 4/27

10:55 am-8:40 pm

1 stop18h 45m

San Francisco

mån 5/11

4:35 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop20h 50m

$580

Frankfurt am MainSan Francisco

FRA - SFO

FRASFO

Frankfurt am Main

ons 4/8

10:55 am-10:33 pm

1 stop20h 38m

San Francisco

ons 4/15

4:35 pm-6:15 pm

1 stop16h 40m

$580

Frankfurt am MainSan Francisco

FRA - SFO

FRASFO

Frankfurt am Main

mån 2/16

10:15 am-7:50 pm

1 stop18h 35m

San Francisco

ons 2/25

5:30 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop19h 30m

$580

Frankfurt am MainSan Francisco

FRA - SFO

FRASFO

Frankfurt am Main

mån 2/23

10:15 am-10:04 pm

1 stop20h 49m

San Francisco

sön 3/8

6:30 pm-4:50 pm

1 stop14h 20m

$580

Frankfurt am MainSan Jose

FRA - SJC

FRASJC

Frankfurt am Main

tors 11/13

7:20 am-8:49 pm

2 stops22h 29m

San Jose

fre 11/28

11:25 am-9:50 am

2 stops37h 25m

$591

Frankfurt am MainSan Jose

FRA - SJC

FRASJC

Frankfurt am Main

fre 11/28

10:50 am-10:16 am

2 stops32h 26m

San Jose

tis 12/9

6:00 am-7:15 am

1 stop16h 15m

$605

Frankfurt am MainSan Jose

FRA - SJC

FRASJC

Frankfurt am Main

fre 11/14

10:15 am-8:48 pm

1 stop19h 33m

San Jose

sön 11/23

6:00 am-8:50 am

2 stops17h 50m

$605

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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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Germany to California (average of $357). Flying from Germany to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $517). 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 oktober 29, 2025.

When flying from Germany to California, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 19% versus a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Germany to California?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Germany to California. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Germany to California flight should consider departing on Thursday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 oktober 29, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Germany to California, such as Scandinavian Airlines, United Airlines, and Lufthansa. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Scandinavian Airlines
7.4
Good
1,545 reviews

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Scott,Sep 2025

CPH - LAX

Unfortunately, usual rubbish at the gate for SAS reporting that boarding is underway, but clearly that was not the case. Internet worked to start with, but at some point it wouldn't connect using any of the devices I had with me and remained that way for the rest of the trip; could not even blame being out of network coverage, for all of that, as surely it should work across continental USA - worked for so little of the flight for me that I wouldn't have advertised that such a service was actually available; if I had had to pay extra for internet, I would have been demanding that money back.
Scandinavian Airlines
7.4
Good
1,545 reviews
Scandinavian Airlines
7.4
Good
1,545 reviews

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Scott,Sep 2025

CPH - LAX

Unfortunately, usual rubbish at the gate for SAS reporting that boarding is underway, but clearly that was not the case. Internet worked to start with, but at some point it wouldn't connect using any of the devices I had with me and remained that way for the rest of the trip; could not even blame being out of network coverage, for all of that, as surely it should work across continental USA - worked for so little of the flight for me that I wouldn't have advertised that such a service was actually available; if I had had to pay extra for internet, I would have been demanding that money back.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,001 reviews
Scandinavian Airlines
7.4
Good
1,545 reviews

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Scott,Sep 2025

CPH - LAX

Unfortunately, usual rubbish at the gate for SAS reporting that boarding is underway, but clearly that was not the case. Internet worked to start with, but at some point it wouldn't connect using any of the devices I had with me and remained that way for the rest of the trip; could not even blame being out of network coverage, for all of that, as surely it should work across continental USA - worked for so little of the flight for me that I wouldn't have advertised that such a service was actually available; if I had had to pay extra for internet, I would have been demanding that money back.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,538 reviews
Scandinavian Airlines
7.4
Good
1,545 reviews

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Scott,Sep 2025

CPH - LAX

Unfortunately, usual rubbish at the gate for SAS reporting that boarding is underway, but clearly that was not the case. Internet worked to start with, but at some point it wouldn't connect using any of the devices I had with me and remained that way for the rest of the trip; could not even blame being out of network coverage, for all of that, as surely it should work across continental USA - worked for so little of the flight for me that I wouldn't have advertised that such a service was actually available; if I had had to pay extra for internet, I would have been demanding that money back.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,483 reviews
Scandinavian Airlines
7.4
Good
1,545 reviews

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Scott,Sep 2025

CPH - LAX

Unfortunately, usual rubbish at the gate for SAS reporting that boarding is underway, but clearly that was not the case. Internet worked to start with, but at some point it wouldn't connect using any of the devices I had with me and remained that way for the rest of the trip; could not even blame being out of network coverage, for all of that, as surely it should work across continental USA - worked for so little of the flight for me that I wouldn't have advertised that such a service was actually available; if I had had to pay extra for internet, I would have been demanding that money back.
Condor
6.4
Okay
383 reviews
Scandinavian Airlines
7.4
Good
1,545 reviews

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Scott,Sep 2025

CPH - LAX

Unfortunately, usual rubbish at the gate for SAS reporting that boarding is underway, but clearly that was not the case. Internet worked to start with, but at some point it wouldn't connect using any of the devices I had with me and remained that way for the rest of the trip; could not even blame being out of network coverage, for all of that, as surely it should work across continental USA - worked for so little of the flight for me that I wouldn't have advertised that such a service was actually available; if I had had to pay extra for internet, I would have been demanding that money back.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Germany to California. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Germany to California?

    Airlines like American Airlines, British Airways, and Scandinavian Airlines fly from Germany to California in about 15h 45m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 22h 04m. There are 5971 mi between Germany and California. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • 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 Finnair. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include British Airways from $439 and TAP AIR PORTUGAL from $643 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Germany to California (average of $357). Flying from Germany to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $517). 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 oktober 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapest$235Average$704FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
CondorCheapest$360Average$737FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
DeltaCheapest$361Average$620FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$367Average$653FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$374Average$649FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
LufthansaCheapest$422Average$732FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
TAP AIR PORTUGALCheapest$439Average$447FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$508Average$785FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SWISSCheapest$509Average$683FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Air FranceCheapest$531Average$701FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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