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$239+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Europe

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 10/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — CPH
Aug 4 — Aug 111
Mon 8/4
Mon 8/11
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Cheap 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 July 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$542
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$239
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,090

Good round-trip deal

$714 or less

Good one-way deal

$509 or less
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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 July 30, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/284:55 pmSAN - MAD
2 stops28h 45mAir Canada
Tue 10/712:45 pmMAD - SAN
1 stop15h 50mAir Canada
Deal found 7/29$542
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Tue 9/161:35 pmSAN - MAD
3 stops33h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/3010:05 amMAD - SAN
3 stops22h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/28$557
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Mon 9/228:10 amSAN - MAD
1 stop13h 30mUnited Airlines
Fri 10/312:45 pmMAD - SAN
2 stops38h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/28$560
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/1012:25 pmSAN - FCO
1 stop14h 20mAir Canada
Thu 9/182:30 pmFCO - SAN
2 stops31h 50mAir Canada
Deal found 7/29$565
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/2412:25 pmSAN - FCO
1 stop14h 20mUnited Airlines
Wed 10/157:10 amFCO - SAN
2 stops19h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/30$566
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/144:07 pmSAN - FCO
2 stops18h 13mSWISS
Tue 10/289:35 amFCO - SAN
2 stops20h 45mSWISS
Deal found 7/30$567
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/226:20 amSAN - FCO
2 stops19h 45mDelta
Tue 10/710:10 amFCO - SAN
1 stop19h 37mDelta
Deal found 7/29$571
This Iberia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Iberia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/2810:17 amSAN - MAD
1 stop13h 48mIberia
Tue 10/71:45 pmMAD - SAN
1 stop16h 36mIberia
Deal found 7/30$572
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/76:22 amSAN - FCO
1 stop19h 58mIberia
Thu 9/1812:00 pmFCO - SAN
2 stops20h 58mIberia
Deal found 7/29$575
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/1110:45 pmSAN - FCO
2 stops31h 15mBritish Airways
Wed 8/209:00 pmFCO - SAN
2 stops31h 16mBritish Airways
Deal found 7/30$576
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Wed 11/126:00 pmSAN - MAD
1 stop15h 30mBritish Airways
Wed 11/191:15 pmMAD - SAN
1 stop17h 24mBritish Airways
Deal found 7/30$586
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 10/74:07 pmSAN - FCO
2 stops18h 13mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/138:10 pmFCO - SAN
2 stops32h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/28$587

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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 July 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Europe that are best for you.

Fly from

San Diego

Fly to

Europe

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoMadrid

SAN - MAD

SANMAD

San Diego

Sun 9/28

4:55 pm-6:40 am

2 stops28h 45m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 10/7

12:45 pm-7:35 pm

1 stop15h 50m

$542

San DiegoMadrid

SAN - MAD

SANMAD

San Diego

Tue 9/16

1:35 pm-8:20 am

3 stops33h 45m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 9/30

10:05 am-11:24 pm

3 stops22h 19m

$557

San DiegoMadrid

SAN - MAD

SANMAD

San Diego

Mon 9/22

8:10 am-6:40 am

1 stop13h 30m

Madrid Barajas

Fri 10/3

12:45 pm-6:30 pm

2 stops38h 45m

$560

San DiegoRome

SAN - FCO

SANFCO

San Diego

Wed 9/10

12:25 pm-11:45 am

1 stop14h 20m

Rome Fiumicino

Thu 9/18

2:30 pm-1:20 pm

2 stops31h 50m

$565

San DiegoRome

SAN - FCO

SANFCO

San Diego

Wed 9/24

12:25 pm-11:45 am

1 stop14h 20m

Rome Fiumicino

Wed 10/15

7:10 am-5:18 pm

2 stops19h 08m

$566

San DiegoRome

SAN - FCO

SANFCO

San Diego

Tue 10/14

4:07 pm-7:20 pm

2 stops18h 13m

Rome Fiumicino

Tue 10/28

9:35 am-10:20 pm

2 stops20h 45m

$567

San DiegoRome

SAN - FCO

SANFCO

San Diego

Mon 9/22

6:20 am-11:05 am

2 stops19h 45m

Rome Fiumicino

Tue 10/7

10:10 am-8:47 pm

1 stop19h 37m

$571

San DiegoMadrid

SAN - MAD

SANMAD

San Diego

Sun 9/28

10:17 am-9:05 am

1 stop13h 48m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 10/7

1:45 pm-9:21 pm

1 stop16h 36m

$572

San DiegoRome

SAN - FCO

SANFCO

San Diego

Sun 9/7

6:22 am-11:20 am

1 stop19h 58m

Rome Fiumicino

Thu 9/18

12:00 pm-11:58 pm

2 stops20h 58m

$575

San DiegoRome

SAN - FCO

SANFCO

San Diego

Mon 8/11

10:45 pm-3:00 pm

2 stops31h 15m

Rome Fiumicino

Wed 8/20

9:00 pm-7:16 pm

2 stops31h 16m

$576

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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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Europe (average of $523). Flying from San Diego to Europe in June is currently the most expensive (average of $912). 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 July 30, 2025.

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 July 30, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, KLM, and Austrian 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
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

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
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

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.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,383 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

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.
Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
823 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

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.
Air France
7.5
Good
1,465 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

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.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,686 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

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.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Diego to Europe one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is WestJet, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $302. However, be on the lookout for offers from JetBlue and Air Canada, 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 - Rome Fiumicino 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Europe (average of $523). Flying from San Diego to Europe in June is currently the most expensive (average of $912). 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 July 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetBlueCheapest$246Average$948FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$455Average$932FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
British AirwaysCheapest$490Average$911FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
IberiaCheapest$491Average$880FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
KLMCheapest$513Average$899FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$516Average$949FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Air CanadaCheapest$523Average$904FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$536Average$810FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$572Average$837FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
United AirlinesCheapest$578Average$934FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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