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$277+ Cheap flights from California to Cologne (CGN)

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 11/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — CGN
Oct 14 — Oct 211
Tue 10/14
Tue 10/21
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Cologne

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

Round-trip from

$633
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$277
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,677
From California to Cologne Köln/Bonn
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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 September 14, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/298:25 amSFO - CGN
2 stops23h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/58:00 amCGN - SFO
2 stops22h 22mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$633
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Mon 10/201:25 pmLAX - CGN
1 stop15h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/35:15 pmCGN - LAX
1 stop31h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/11$643
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/296:30 pmSFO - CGN
1 stop13h 40mBritish Airways
Wed 11/55:15 pmCGN - SFO
1 stop30h 45mBritish Airways
Deal found 9/14$664
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/273:48 pmLAX - CGN
2 stops16h 22mBritish Airways
Mon 11/35:15 pmCGN - LAX
1 stop34h 15mBritish Airways
Deal found 9/12$668
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/201:25 pmLAX - CGN
1 stop15h 55mBritish Airways
Mon 11/35:15 pmCGN - LAX
1 stop34h 15mBritish Airways
Deal found 9/13$685
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/198:40 amSFO - CGN
2 stops29h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/37:35 pmCGN - SFO
2 stops26h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/13$690
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Wed 10/291:18 pmSJC - CGN
2 stops18h 52mBritish Airways
Wed 11/55:15 pmCGN - SJC
2 stops53h 03mBritish Airways
Deal found 9/14$690
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/237:50 pmSAN - CGN
1 stop28h 40mBritish Airways
Wed 11/125:15 pmCGN - SAN
1 stop31h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 9/13$691
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Wed 11/195:30 pmSFO - CGN
1 stop13h 40mBritish Airways
Sun 11/234:35 pmCGN - SFO
1 stop31h 25mBritish Airways
Deal found 9/11$692
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/197:20 pmSFO - CGN
1 stop16h 05mBritish Airways
Mon 11/35:15 pmCGN - SFO
2 stops35h 07mBritish Airways
Deal found 9/13$693
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
Tue 10/281:18 pmSJC - CGN
2 stops19h 12mBritish Airways
Tue 11/45:05 pmCGN - SJC
2 stops36h 43mBritish Airways
Deal found 9/13$697
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Wed 10/293:48 pmLAX - CGN
2 stops16h 22mBritish Airways
Wed 11/55:15 pmCGN - LAX
2 stops34h 00mBritish Airways
Deal found 9/14$697

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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 September 14, 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

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Price

Los AngelesCologne

LAX - CGN

LAXCGN

Los Angeles

Wed 10/29

3:48 pm-4:10 pm

2 stops16h 22m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Wed 11/5

5:15 pm-3:50 pm

1 stop31h 35m

$668

San FranciscoCologne

SFO - CGN

SFOCGN

San Francisco

Wed 10/29

3:34 pm-4:10 pm

2 stops16h 36m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Wed 11/5

5:15 pm-3:00 pm

1 stop30h 45m

$674

Los AngelesCologne

LAX - CGN

LAXCGN

Los Angeles

Mon 10/20

1:25 pm-2:20 pm

1 stop15h 55m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Mon 11/3

5:15 pm-6:30 pm

1 stop34h 15m

$685

San JoseCologne

SJC - CGN

SJCCGN

San Jose

Wed 10/29

1:18 pm-4:10 pm

2 stops18h 52m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Wed 11/5

5:15 pm-1:18 pm

2 stops53h 03m

$690

San DiegoCologne

SAN - CGN

SANCGN

San Diego

Thu 10/23

7:50 pm-9:30 am

1 stop28h 40m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Wed 11/12

5:15 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop31h 55m

$691

San FranciscoCologne

SFO - CGN

SFOCGN

San Francisco

Wed 11/19

5:30 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop13h 40m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Sun 11/23

4:35 pm-3:00 pm

1 stop31h 25m

$692

San FranciscoCologne

SFO - CGN

SFOCGN

San Francisco

Sun 10/19

7:20 pm-8:25 pm

1 stop16h 05m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Mon 11/3

5:15 pm-7:22 pm

2 stops35h 07m

$693

Los AngelesCologne

LAX - CGN

LAXCGN

Los Angeles

Wed 9/24

4:30 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop21h 15m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Sun 9/28

10:10 pm-1:05 pm

1 stop23h 55m

$732

Los AngelesCologne

LAX - CGN

LAXCGN

Los Angeles

Tue 10/7

4:40 pm-2:45 pm

2 stops37h 05m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Tue 10/14

10:50 pm-2:10 pm

1 stop24h 20m

$734

Los AngelesCologne

LAX - CGN

LAXCGN

Los Angeles

Mon 10/20

2:30 pm-12:00 am

2 stops24h 30m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Mon 11/3

3:35 pm-4:50 pm

1 stop34h 15m

$745

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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 June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,249). 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 September 14, 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.

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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.

  • How long is the flight from California to Cologne?

    For as low as $668, British Airways can have you in Cologne from California in 16h 22m. California and Cologne are separated by a distance of 5703 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • 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 $459. Users have also found prices from $562 and $568 on Lufthansa and United Airlines, respectively.

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

    Most travelers choose Los Angeles - Cologne Köln/Bonn, San Francisco - Cologne Köln/Bonn or San Diego - 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.

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

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

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

    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 June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,249). 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 September 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapest$645Average$965FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$658Average$1,180FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
LufthansaCheapest$728Average$1,432FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
American AirlinesCheapest$735Average$847FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$854Average$1,013FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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