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$570+ Cheap flights from Cologne (CGN) to San Diego (SAN)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CGN — SAN
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cologne (CGN) to San Diego (SAN). 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 June 12, 2025.

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$570
(British Airways)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$613
From Cologne Köln/Bonn to San Diego
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Cheapest flights from Cologne to San Diego
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cologne to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Tue 9/29:15 pmCGN - SAN
1 stop26h 35mBritish Airways
Sat 9/201:17 pmSAN - CGN
2 stops22h 33mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/11$570
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Sat 10/46:05 amCGN - SAN
1 stop18h 20mLufthansa
Fri 10/105:15 pmSAN - CGN
1 stop15h 20mLufthansa
Deal found 6/11$607
This Sembo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Sembo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/48:40 amCGN - SAN
1 stop15h 45mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/104:55 pmSAN - CGN
2 stops39h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$611
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/510:15 amCGN - SAN
1 stop16h 45mAmerican Airlines
Mon 10/137:50 pmSAN - CGN
1 stop15h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$613
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/46:05 amCGN - SAN
1 stop18h 20mUnited Airlines
Sat 10/115:15 pmSAN - CGN
1 stop17h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$622
This Austrian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Austrian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/66:30 amCGN - SAN
2 stops21h 00mAustrian Airlines
Sun 10/1211:08 amSAN - CGN
2 stops23h 32mAustrian Airlines
Deal found 6/11$636
This Flysmarter deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Flysmarter is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/47:40 amCGN - SAN
2 stops20h 55mAir Canada
Fri 10/1010:30 pmSAN - CGN
3 stops33h 35mAir Canada
Deal found 6/11$656

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Cologne to San Diego 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 June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cologne to San Diego that are best for you.

Fly from

Cologne

Fly to

San Diego

Route

Depart

Return

Price

CologneSan Diego

CGN - SAN

CGNSAN

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Tue 9/2

9:15 pm-2:50 pm

1 stop26h 35m

San Diego

Sat 9/20

1:17 pm-8:50 pm

2 stops22h 33m

$570

CologneSan Diego

CGN - SAN

CGNSAN

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Sat 10/4

6:05 am-3:25 pm

1 stop18h 20m

San Diego

Fri 10/10

5:15 pm-5:35 pm

1 stop15h 20m

$607

CologneSan Diego

CGN - SAN

CGNSAN

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Sat 10/4

8:40 am-3:25 pm

1 stop15h 45m

San Diego

Fri 10/10

4:55 pm-5:05 pm

2 stops39h 10m

$611

CologneSan Diego

CGN - SAN

CGNSAN

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Sun 10/5

10:15 am-6:00 pm

1 stop16h 45m

San Diego

Mon 10/13

7:50 pm-8:30 pm

1 stop15h 40m

$613

CologneSan Diego

CGN - SAN

CGNSAN

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Sat 10/4

6:05 am-3:25 pm

1 stop18h 20m

San Diego

Sat 10/11

5:15 pm-7:20 pm

1 stop17h 05m

$622

CologneSan Diego

CGN - SAN

CGNSAN

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Mon 10/6

6:30 am-6:30 pm

2 stops21h 00m

San Diego

Sun 10/12

11:08 am-7:40 pm

2 stops23h 32m

$636

CologneSan Diego

CGN - SAN

CGNSAN

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Sat 10/4

7:40 am-7:35 pm

2 stops20h 55m

San Diego

Fri 10/10

10:30 pm-5:05 pm

3 stops33h 35m

$656

CologneSan Diego

CGN - SAN

CGNSAN

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Fri 8/1

3:30 pm-11:06 pm

3 stops40h 36m

$1,005

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Deals found on 6/10

Best time to book a flight from Cologne to San Diego

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cologne to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from Cologne to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $366). 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.

Rainfall in San Diego by month

Plan your trip to San Diego by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Diego ranges from 0.0 - 2.3 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.3 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Diego when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Diego by month

Plan your trip to San Diego by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Diego, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 71.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Diego

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Diego. 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 San Diego. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Cologne to San Diego, such as Austrian Airlines, United Airlines and American Airlines. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
802 reviews

Food

6.8

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Grant,Jun 2025

VIE - FRA

A delay was caused by computer malfunctions after we left the gate. It was handled well
Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
802 reviews
Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
802 reviews

Food

6.8

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Grant,Jun 2025

VIE - FRA

A delay was caused by computer malfunctions after we left the gate. It was handled well
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
802 reviews

Food

6.8

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Grant,Jun 2025

VIE - FRA

A delay was caused by computer malfunctions after we left the gate. It was handled well
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
802 reviews

Food

6.8

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Grant,Jun 2025

VIE - FRA

A delay was caused by computer malfunctions after we left the gate. It was handled well
Air Canada
7.1
Good
9,531 reviews
Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
802 reviews

Food

6.8

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Grant,Jun 2025

VIE - FRA

A delay was caused by computer malfunctions after we left the gate. It was handled well
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,136 reviews
Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
802 reviews

Food

6.8

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Grant,Jun 2025

VIE - FRA

A delay was caused by computer malfunctions after we left the gate. It was handled well

Related info for your journey

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

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Cologne to San Diego round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Cologne to San Diego round-trip from $570. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Lufthansa, from $607, and American Airlines, from $613. You may be able to fly from Cologne to San Diego for 11% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cologne to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from Cologne to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $366). 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 Cologne to San Diego

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Cologne to San Diego. 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapest$546Average$697FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
LufthansaCheapest$588Average$764FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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