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$223+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Europe

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SAN — CPH
Feb 26 — Mar 51
Thu 2/26
Thu 3/5
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Europe
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Europe. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 27, 2026.

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Wed 3/45:35 pm
SAN
-
MAD
1 stop21h 00m
Lufthansa
Wed 3/187:25 am
MAD
-
SAN
1 stop17h 20m
Lufthansa
Deal found 1/26$468
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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.
Wed 2/256:30 am
SAN
-
MAD
2 stops17h 45m
United Airlines
Mon 3/21:35 pm
MAD
-
SAN
2 stops42h 09m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/26$469
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Tue 2/246:30 am
SAN
-
MAD
2 stops17h 45m
United Airlines
Tue 3/31:35 pm
MAD
-
SAN
2 stops42h 09m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/27$470
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/255:35 pm
SAN
-
MAD
1 stop15h 15m
Lufthansa
Thu 3/57:25 am
MAD
-
SAN
1 stop17h 20m
Lufthansa
Deal found 1/26$471
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/411:05 am
SAN
-
MAD
2 stops27h 30m
Lufthansa
Wed 3/117:25 am
MAD
-
SAN
1 stop17h 20m
Lufthansa
Deal found 1/27$472
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/46:30 am
SAN
-
MAD
2 stops16h 30m
Air Canada
Wed 3/1112:40 pm
MAD
-
SAN
2 stops34h 59m
Air Canada
Deal found 1/27$473
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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.
Wed 3/46:30 am
SAN
-
BCN
2 stops19h 40m
British Airways
Mon 3/911:30 am
BCN
-
SAN
1 stop18h 29m
British Airways
Deal found 1/26$473
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/255:35 pm
SAN
-
MAD
1 stop15h 15m
Lufthansa
Mon 3/26:00 am
MAD
-
SAN
2 stops25h 44m
Lufthansa
Deal found 1/26$475
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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.
Tue 4/142:16 pm
SAN
-
MAD
2 stops20h 49m
British Airways
Wed 4/291:00 pm
MAD
-
SAN
1 stop16h 33m
British Airways
Deal found 1/26$476
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/116:35 pm
SAN
-
BCN
1 stop20h 30m
Lufthansa
Fri 3/209:10 am
BCN
-
SAN
2 stops23h 04m
Lufthansa
Deal found 1/26$476
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Tue 2/242:46 pm
SAN
-
MAD
2 stops18h 44m
British Airways
Tue 3/31:15 pm
MAD
-
SAN
1 stop17h 44m
British Airways
Deal found 1/27$477
This Flighttix deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 Flighttix is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/237:00 am
SAN
-
BCN
1 stop16h 00m
Virgin Atlantic
Tue 3/109:30 am
BCN
-
SAN
1 stop19h 18m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 1/26$477

Find flight deals from San Diego to Europe

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Diego to Europe flight deals. Data was last updated January 27, 2026.

Round-trip from

$465
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$223
(Thrive Travel)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$766

Good round-trip deal

$589 or less

Good one-way deal

$340 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego to Europe 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 January 27, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Europe that are best for you.

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San Diego

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Europe

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Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoMadrid

SAN - MAD

SANMAD

San Diego

Tue 4/14

8:00 am-8:05 am

1 stop15h 05m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 4/29

12:45 pm-5:24 pm

2 stops37h 39m

$470

San DiegoMadrid

SAN - MAD

SANMAD

San Diego

Tue 3/3

7:50 pm-8:00 am

3 stops27h 10m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 3/18

12:40 pm-10:40 pm

2 stops42h 00m

$473

San DiegoMadrid

SAN - MAD

SANMAD

San Diego

Tue 4/14

3:21 pm-2:25 pm

1 stop14h 04m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 4/29

1:35 pm-8:30 pm

1 stop15h 55m

$478

San DiegoMadrid

SAN - MAD

SANMAD

San Diego

Tue 4/14

6:15 am-12:15 pm

1 stop21h 00m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 4/29

8:30 pm-11:50 am

1 stop24h 20m

$478

San DiegoMadrid

SAN - MAD

SANMAD

San Diego

Tue 4/14

3:21 pm-2:25 pm

1 stop14h 04m

Madrid Barajas

Fri 5/1

3:55 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop17h 01m

$478

San DiegoBarcelona

SAN - BCN

SANBCN

San Diego

Mon 3/2

5:00 pm-9:00 am

2 stops31h 00m

Barcelona-El Prat

Tue 3/17

10:30 am-11:50 am

1 stop33h 20m

$478

San DiegoMadrid

SAN - MAD

SANMAD

San Diego

Tue 3/10

3:45 pm-7:10 pm

2 stops19h 25m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 3/24

6:00 am-1:05 pm

1 stop15h 05m

$487

San DiegoMadrid

SAN - MAD

SANMAD

San Diego

Wed 4/15

3:21 pm-2:25 pm

1 stop14h 04m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 4/29

1:35 pm-11:16 pm

1 stop18h 41m

$490

San DiegoMadrid

SAN - MAD

SANMAD

San Diego

Tue 4/14

6:20 am-12:15 pm

2 stops20h 55m

Madrid Barajas

Fri 5/1

2:35 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop18h 20m

$494

San DiegoMadrid

SAN - MAD

SANMAD

San Diego

Tue 4/14

6:20 am-9:00 am

2 stops17h 40m

Madrid Barajas

Fri 5/1

11:15 am-11:59 pm

2 stops21h 44m

$494

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Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Europe

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Diego to Europe

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Diego to Europe?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Europe (average of $202). Flying from San Diego to Europe in June is currently the most expensive (average of $721). 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 SAN to EU?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego to Europe. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 27, 2026.

When flying from San Diego to Europe, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Reviews of airlines servicing Europe

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Europe. 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 Europe. Reviews last updated January 27, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from San Diego to Europe by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,122 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,122 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,122 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,208 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,122 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,201 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,122 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,749 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,122 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,704 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,122 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Diego to Europe?

    San Diego (SAN) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from San Diego to Europe. It is only a 2.6 mi journey to San Diego (SAN) from San Diego’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from San Diego to Europe?

    United Airlines, Iberia, and Lufthansa can get you from San Diego to Europe in just under 14h 04m. Your travel time can differ by up to 6h 26m. The distance between San Diego and Europe is about 5839 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 San Diego to Europe one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is JetBlue, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $179. However, be on the lookout for offers from British Airways and WestJet, as they are both options that can get you from San Diego to Europe for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from San Diego to Europe?

    Most travelers choose San Diego - London Heathrow, San Diego - Paris Charles de Gaulle or San Diego - Madrid Barajas when deciding on the best route from San Diego to Europe.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Diego to Europe that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Diego to Europe?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Diego to Europe?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego to Europe 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 Diego to Europe?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Europe (average of $202). Flying from San Diego to Europe in June is currently the most expensive (average of $721). 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 San Diego to Europe

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from San Diego to Europe. 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 January 27, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetBlueCheapest$181Average$1,001FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$438Average$879FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
DeltaCheapest$438Average$901FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
British AirwaysCheapest$444Average$843FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Air FranceCheapest$463Average$892FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
KLMCheapest$463Average$1,024FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
LufthansaCheapest$464Average$849FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
IberiaCheapest$465Average$842FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Air CanadaCheapest$495Average$888FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
FinnairCheapest$526Average$895FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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