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$278+ 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 10/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — CGN
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Cologne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to Cologne (CGN). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated September 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$613
(AirNGo)

One-way from

$278
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$843
From San Francisco to Cologne Köln/Bonn
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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 September 11, 2025.

This AirNGo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 AirNGo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/194:30 pmSFO - CGN
1 stop18h 55mBritish Airways
Mon 11/35:15 pmCGN - SFO
1 stop30h 45mBritish Airways
Deal found 9/9$613
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 9/10$692
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/198:10 pmSFO - CGN
1 stop30h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/311:10 pmCGN - SFO
2 stops33h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/11$772
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 10/1311:23 amSFO - CGN
2 stops17h 57mBritish Airways
Tue 10/213:30 pmCGN - SFO
2 stops26h 51mBritish Airways
Deal found 9/9$801
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/224:37 pmSFO - CGN
2 stops18h 53mBritish Airways
Tue 9/303:30 pmCGN - SFO
2 stops28h 56mBritish Airways
Deal found 9/8$865

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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 September 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Cologne that are best for you.

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San FranciscoCologne

SFO - CGN

SFOCGN

San Francisco

Sun 10/19

4:30 pm-8:25 pm

1 stop18h 55m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Mon 11/3

5:15 pm-3:00 pm

1 stop30h 45m

$613

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

$691

San FranciscoCologne

SFO - CGN

SFOCGN

San Francisco

Sun 10/19

8:10 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop18h 00m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Mon 11/3

7:45 am-10:39 pm

2 stops47h 54m

$792

San FranciscoCologne

SFO - CGN

SFOCGN

San Francisco

Mon 10/13

11:23 am-2:20 pm

2 stops17h 57m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Tue 10/21

3:30 pm-9:21 am

2 stops26h 51m

$801

San FranciscoCologne

SFO - CGN

SFOCGN

San Francisco

Mon 9/22

4:37 pm-8:30 pm

2 stops18h 53m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Tue 9/30

3:30 pm-11:26 am

2 stops28h 56m

$865

San FranciscoCologne

SFO - CGN

SFOCGN

San Francisco

Tue 10/21

3:10 pm-8:30 am

2 stops56h 20m

$306

San FranciscoCologne

SFO - CGN

SFOCGN

San Francisco

Wed 10/15

4:20 pm-8:30 am

3 stops31h 10m

$307

San FranciscoCologne

SFO - CGN

SFOCGN

San Francisco

Mon 11/17

5:30 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop13h 40m

$446

San FranciscoCologne

SFO - CGN

SFOCGN

San Francisco

Wed 10/29

9:40 pm-3:40 pm

1 stop34h 00m

$455

San FranciscoCologne

SFO - CGN

SFOCGN

San Francisco

Tue 10/28

9:40 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop34h 30m

$455

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Cologne

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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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Cologne (average of $649). Flying from San Francisco 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 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 September 11, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from San Francisco to Cologne at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 45% 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 September 11, 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
7,409 reviews

Boarding

7.0

Crew

7.6

Entertainment

6.4

Overall

6.8

Comfort

6.8

Food

6.3

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
7,409 reviews
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,409 reviews

Boarding

7.0

Crew

7.6

Entertainment

6.4

Overall

6.8

Comfort

6.8

Food

6.3

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
7,361 reviews
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,409 reviews

Boarding

7.0

Crew

7.6

Entertainment

6.4

Overall

6.8

Comfort

6.8

Food

6.3

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 55m. The distance between San Francisco and Cologne is about 5597 mi.

  • 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 $666. Another option worth looking into is Lufthansa, starting at $728 round trip. Users have found that British Airways is 47% 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Cologne (average of $649). Flying from San Francisco 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 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 September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapest$666Average$952FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
LufthansaCheapest$728Average$1,370FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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