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$309+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) 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 3/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — CGN
Jan 7 — Jan 141
Wed 1/7
Wed 1/14
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Cologne

Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Cologne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Cologne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 8, 2025.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. 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 12/86:50 pmSFO - CGN
1 stop37h 25mTurkish Airlines
Mon 12/2211:35 amCGN - SFO
1 stop32h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 12/7$1,244
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/5. 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.
Sat 12/135:20 pmSFO - CGN
2 stops15h 50mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/2611:55 amCGN - SFO
2 stops35h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/5$1,304
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/5. 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 12/178:30 amSFO - CGN
2 stops18h 40mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/258:40 amCGN - SFO
2 stops21h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/5$1,511
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/6. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/245:25 pmSFO - CGN
2 stops42h 50mSWISS
Tue 1/66:30 pmCGN - SFO
2 stops51h 50mSWISS
Deal found 12/6$1,572
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/5. 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 12/178:30 amSFO - CGN
2 stops18h 40mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/268:40 amCGN - SFO
2 stops21h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/5$1,622
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/5. 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.
Sat 12/63:05 pmSFO - CGN
1 stop16h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/72:15 pmCGN - SFO
2 stops39h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/5$1,628

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Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$748
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$309
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$2,320
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 December 8, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Cologne that are best for you.

Fly from

San Francisco

Fly to

Cologne

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoCologne

SFO - CGN

SFOCGN

San Francisco

Sun 2/1

4:30 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop21h 15m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Mon 2/16

11:10 pm-11:50 am

2 stops21h 40m

$748

San FranciscoCologne

SFO - CGN

SFOCGN

San Francisco

Wed 1/21

6:50 pm-10:35 am

1 stop30h 45m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Wed 1/28

11:35 am-4:45 pm

1 stop38h 10m

$887

San FranciscoCologne

SFO - CGN

SFOCGN

San Francisco

Tue 2/10

1:35 pm-5:10 pm

2 stops18h 35m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Thu 2/19

1:35 pm-7:35 pm

1 stop15h 00m

$903

San FranciscoCologne

SFO - CGN

SFOCGN

San Francisco

Sun 2/1

9:25 pm-7:35 pm

1 stop13h 10m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Mon 2/16

8:20 pm-7:35 pm

1 stop32h 15m

$917

San FranciscoCologne

SFO - CGN

SFOCGN

San Francisco

Wed 1/21

8:25 am-12:10 pm

2 stops18h 45m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Wed 1/28

6:45 am-4:30 pm

1 stop18h 45m

$1,001

San FranciscoCologne

SFO - CGN

SFOCGN

San Francisco

Thu 1/29

6:50 pm-5:15 pm

1 stop37h 25m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Mon 2/2

6:15 pm-4:45 pm

1 stop31h 30m

$1,023

San FranciscoCologne

SFO - CGN

SFOCGN

San Francisco

Wed 1/21

8:25 am-12:10 pm

2 stops18h 45m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Wed 1/28

9:10 am-8:53 pm

2 stops20h 43m

$1,029

San FranciscoCologne

SFO - CGN

SFOCGN

San Francisco

Thu 1/29

10:11 am-3:40 pm

2 stops20h 29m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Mon 2/2

5:15 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop34h 30m

$1,365

San FranciscoCologne

SFO - CGN

SFOCGN

San Francisco

Sun 3/15

7:20 pm-12:55 am

2 stops21h 35m

$309

San FranciscoCologne

SFO - CGN

SFOCGN

San Francisco

Sun 3/15

6:30 pm-4:30 pm

1 stop14h 00m

$602

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Deals found on 12/8

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Compare providers for flights from San Francisco to Cologne

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Francisco to Cologne in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
OvagoPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Cologne flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Cologne flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-Cologne flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Cologne flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San Francisco-Cologne flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Cologne

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Cologne from San Francisco with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to Cologne

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Cologne (average of $289). Flying from San Francisco to Cologne in June is currently the most expensive (average of $779). 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 SFO to CGN?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 December 8, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from San Francisco to Cologne at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 44% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

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 December 8, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Lufthansa and British Airways from San Francisco to Cologne to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,617 reviews

Crew

7.6

Comfort

6.8

Overall

6.8

Boarding

7.0

Food

6.3

Entertainment

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

SFO - FRA

Convenient flight to my destination. Good entertainment options on board. I was seated close to some people who had noisy children which made sleeping a bit challenging.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,617 reviews
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,617 reviews

Crew

7.6

Comfort

6.8

Overall

6.8

Boarding

7.0

Food

6.3

Entertainment

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

SFO - FRA

Convenient flight to my destination. Good entertainment options on board. I was seated close to some people who had noisy children which made sleeping a bit challenging.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,564 reviews
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,617 reviews

Crew

7.6

Comfort

6.8

Overall

6.8

Boarding

7.0

Food

6.3

Entertainment

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

SFO - FRA

Convenient flight to my destination. Good entertainment options on board. I was seated close to some people who had noisy children which made sleeping a bit challenging.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco to Cologne. 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 San Francisco to Cologne?

    Departing from San Francisco to Cologne will take you 18h 35m. The distance between San Francisco and Cologne is about 5597 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 flying from San Francisco to Cologne round-trip?

    Flying on British Airways is currently your cheapest option to Cologne, with prices starting at $530. Another option worth looking into is Lufthansa, starting at $778 round trip. Users have found that British Airways is 53% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Cologne?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Cologne?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Cologne (average of $289). Flying from San Francisco to Cologne in June is currently the most expensive (average of $779). 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 San Francisco to Cologne

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 December 8, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapest$530Average$710FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
LufthansaCheapest$778Average$1,581FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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