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$254+ Cheap flights from California to Cologne (CGN)

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LAX — CGN
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Cologne

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Round-trip from

$648
(British Airways)

One-way from

$254
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$2,380
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Cheapest flights from California to Cologne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Cologne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2025.

This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/1910:05 pmLAS - CGN
1 stop14h 20mBritish Airways
Tue 8/263:30 pmCGN - LAS
1 stop13h 30mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/30$648
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Tue 8/191:00 pmLAS - CGN
2 stops23h 25mAmerican Airlines
Tue 8/263:30 pmCGN - LAS
1 stop13h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$650
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/59:25 pmLAX - CGN
2 stops40h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/2111:35 amCGN - LAX
1 stop35h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$666
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Tue 8/198:05 pmLAX - CGN
1 stop16h 20mAmerican Airlines
Tue 8/263:30 pmCGN - LAX
2 stops27h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$695
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/1510:45 pmLAX - CGN
2 stops37h 05mBritish Airways
Fri 8/2210:00 pmCGN - LAX
1 stop28h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/30$777
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Mon 8/1812:10 amLAX - CGN
1 stop24h 20mTurkish Airlines
Tue 8/262:50 pmCGN - LAX
1 stop40h 35mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 4/29$908
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Mon 9/157:20 pmSFO - CGN
1 stop16h 10mBritish Airways
Mon 9/2210:50 amCGN - SFO
1 stop15h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/30$986
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/214:45 pmSFO - CGN
2 stops19h 15mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/2610:50 amCGN - SFO
2 stops20h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$1,020
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/152:01 pmLAX - CGN
2 stops16h 49mUnited Airlines
Fri 8/2212:55 pmCGN - LAX
2 stops20h 03mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$1,093
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Sun 5/1810:00 pmLAS - CGN
1 stop13h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/2510:15 amCGN - LAS
1 stop18h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$1,119
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Thu 10/24:35 pmSMF - CGN
2 stops19h 35mBritish Airways
Fri 10/2410:00 pmCGN - SMF
2 stops34h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/29$1,125
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Tue 5/134:30 pmSJC - CGN
2 stops19h 55mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/1612:25 pmCGN - SJC
3 stops44h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$1,193

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Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Cologne 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 May 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Cologne that are best for you.

Fly from

California

Fly to

Cologne

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Las VegasCologne

LAS - CGN

LASCGN

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 8/19

10:05 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop14h 20m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Tue 8/26

3:30 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop13h 30m

$648

Las VegasCologne

LAS - CGN

LASCGN

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 8/19

1:00 pm-9:25 pm

2 stops23h 25m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Tue 8/26

3:30 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop13h 30m

$650

Los AngelesCologne

LAX - CGN

LAXCGN

Los Angeles

Mon 5/5

9:25 pm-11:20 pm

2 stops40h 55m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Wed 5/21

11:35 am-2:00 pm

1 stop35h 25m

$666

Los AngelesCologne

LAX - CGN

LAXCGN

Los Angeles

Tue 5/20

8:05 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop16h 20m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Mon 5/26

9:15 pm-1:25 pm

1 stop25h 10m

$925

Los AngelesCologne

LAX - CGN

LAXCGN

Los Angeles

Sat 5/3

7:55 pm-9:30 am

1 stop28h 35m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Fri 5/9

7:10 pm-11:45 am

1 stop25h 35m

$946

San FranciscoCologne

SFO - CGN

SFOCGN

San Francisco

Mon 9/15

7:20 pm-8:30 pm

1 stop16h 10m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Mon 9/22

10:50 am-5:25 pm

1 stop15h 35m

$986

San FranciscoCologne

SFO - CGN

SFOCGN

San Francisco

Wed 5/21

4:45 pm-9:00 pm

2 stops19h 15m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Mon 5/26

10:50 am-10:05 pm

2 stops20h 15m

$1,020

Los AngelesCologne

LAX - CGN

LAXCGN

Los Angeles

Tue 5/20

12:20 pm-9:25 pm

2 stops24h 05m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Mon 5/26

10:50 am-1:25 pm

1 stop35h 35m

$1,050

Las VegasCologne

LAS - CGN

LASCGN

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sun 5/18

10:00 pm-8:25 pm

1 stop13h 25m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Sun 5/25

10:15 am-7:50 pm

1 stop18h 35m

$1,119

SacramentoCologne

SMF - CGN

SMFCGN

Sacramento Intl

Thu 10/2

4:35 pm-9:10 pm

2 stops19h 35m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Fri 10/24

10:00 pm-11:35 pm

2 stops34h 35m

$1,125

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Cologne (average of $649). Flying from California to Cologne in May is currently the most expensive (average of $1,389). 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 CA to CGN?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Cologne. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated May 1, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from California to Cologne as you normally would.

Rainfall in Cologne by month

Plan your trip to Cologne by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Cologne ranges from 2.0 - 3.5 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.5 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Cologne when rainfall is around 2.0 in.

Temperature in Cologne by month

Plan your trip to Cologne by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cologne, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 35.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Cologne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cologne. 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 Cologne. Reviews last updated May 1, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Austrian Airlines, SWISS and United Airlines from California to Cologne to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
781 reviews

Boarding

7.6

Food

6.7

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

6.7

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ely,Mar 2025

VIE - PMI

Luggage at destination was not split into priorities. Had business and only got my bag after 20 minutes, almost towards the end and I was in a rush, so the "priority" was completely ignored.
Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
781 reviews
Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
781 reviews

Boarding

7.6

Food

6.7

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

6.7

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ely,Mar 2025

VIE - PMI

Luggage at destination was not split into priorities. Had business and only got my bag after 20 minutes, almost towards the end and I was in a rush, so the "priority" was completely ignored.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,588 reviews
Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
781 reviews

Boarding

7.6

Food

6.7

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

6.7

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ely,Mar 2025

VIE - PMI

Luggage at destination was not split into priorities. Had business and only got my bag after 20 minutes, almost towards the end and I was in a rush, so the "priority" was completely ignored.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
781 reviews

Boarding

7.6

Food

6.7

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

6.7

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ely,Mar 2025

VIE - PMI

Luggage at destination was not split into priorities. Had business and only got my bag after 20 minutes, almost towards the end and I was in a rush, so the "priority" was completely ignored.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,790 reviews
Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
781 reviews

Boarding

7.6

Food

6.7

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

6.7

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ely,Mar 2025

VIE - PMI

Luggage at destination was not split into priorities. Had business and only got my bag after 20 minutes, almost towards the end and I was in a rush, so the "priority" was completely ignored.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
781 reviews

Boarding

7.6

Food

6.7

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

6.7

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ely,Mar 2025

VIE - PMI

Luggage at destination was not split into priorities. Had business and only got my bag after 20 minutes, almost towards the end and I was in a rush, so the "priority" was completely ignored.

Related info for your journey

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

    Located just 9.5 mi from the city center, Cologne Köln/Bonn (CGN) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Cologne from California.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for British Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $454. Users have also found prices from $463 and $587 on American Airlines and United Airlines, respectively.

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

    Most travelers choose Los Angeles - Cologne Köln/Bonn, San Diego - Cologne Köln/Bonn or Ontario - Cologne Köln/Bonn when deciding on the best route from California to Cologne.

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Cologne (average of $649). Flying from California to Cologne in May is currently the most expensive (average of $1,389). 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 5 airlines flying from California to Cologne

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from California to Cologne. 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 May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapest$662Average$1,394FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$732Average$1,301FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$735Average$847FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
LufthansaCheapest$773Average$1,298FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$854Average$1,013FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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