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San Francisco.$1,050 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Mar, returning Sun, 15 Mar.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Cologne on Sun, 1 Mar, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from San Francisco International on Sun, 15 Mar, arriving in Cologne.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,050, select.

San Francisco.$1,050 per passenger.Departing Wed, 25 Feb, returning Wed, 25 Mar.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Cologne on Wed, 25 Feb, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 25 Mar, arriving in Cologne.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,050, select.

San Francisco.$1,051 per passenger.Departing Fri, 23 Jan, returning Mon, 26 Jan.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Cologne on Fri, 23 Jan, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 26 Jan, arriving in Cologne.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,051, select.

San Francisco.$1,051 per passenger.Departing Tue, 13 Jan, returning Mon, 2 Feb.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Cologne on Tue, 13 Jan, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 2 Feb, arriving in Cologne.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,051, select.

San Francisco.$1,051 per passenger.Departing Wed, 11 Feb, returning Wed, 18 Feb.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Cologne on Wed, 11 Feb, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 18 Feb, arriving in Cologne.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,051, select.

San Francisco.$1,051 per passenger.Departing Wed, 8 Apr, returning Wed, 29 Apr.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Cologne on Wed, 8 Apr, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 29 Apr, arriving in Cologne.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,051, select.

San Francisco.$1,051 per passenger.Departing Fri, 1 May, returning Sun, 17 May.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Cologne on Fri, 1 May, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from San Francisco International on Sun, 17 May, arriving in Cologne.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,051, select.

San Francisco.$1,051 per passenger.Departing Mon, 30 Mar, returning Sun, 12 Apr.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Cologne on Mon, 30 Mar, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Francisco International on Sun, 12 Apr, arriving in Cologne.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,051, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Cologne to San Francisco International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Cologne to San Francisco International flights are currently cheapest in March.

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Cologne to San Francisco International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Cologne to San Francisco below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than San Francisco International.

Cologne to San Francisco: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	$1,050
Cheapest month to fly	March

Finding cheap flights from Cologne to San Francisco International: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Cologne to San Francisco International?

The best price we found for a return flight from Cologne to San Francisco International is $1,050. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

Which airlines fly direct from Cologne to San Francisco International?

Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Cologne to San Francisco International. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,050.

How many flights are there a week from Cologne to San Francisco International?

As of December 2025, there are no flights flying from Cologne to San Francisco International.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Cologne to San Francisco International?

The cheapest month to fly from Cologne to San Francisco International is usually March.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Cologne Airport to San Francisco International Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Cologne Airport to San Francisco International Airport on Sunday, 1 March 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Cologne Airport to San Francisco International Airport?

No airlines currently offer direct flights between Cologne Airport and San Francisco International Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.

How can I find the best flight deal to San Francisco International?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to San Francisco International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to San Francisco?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to San Francisco is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Cologne Airport to San Francisco International with?

Currently, British Airways offers the cheapest flight tickets to San Francisco International.

Flying from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know

San Francisco is eight hours behind Cologne and follows the UTC-7 timezone.
Your CGN to SFO flight won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Cologne Bonn Airport to San Francisco International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between CGN and SFO:
- London Heathrow Airport
- Franz Josef Strauss Airport
- Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

$794 is the lowest price for a one-way Cologne Bonn Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. A return flight starts from $1,050. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
To score cheap tickets from CGN to SFO, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first released.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the cheapest price in each month when searching for a flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to San Francisco International Airport.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from CGN to SFO couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as fares go down.
Lock in the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Cologne Bonn Airport to San Francisco International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.

Handy information about Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)

When it comes to the on-time performance of Cologne Bonn Airport, 74.45% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To reach Cologne Bonn Airport from central Cologne, it'll take about 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 30 minutes on public transport.
Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near CGN. Whether you have an early flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to San Francisco International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:

Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

Consider staying in a hotel close to SFO if you're on a late Cologne Bonn Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Travel at your own speed with a San Francisco International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and see more of San Francisco and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride from San Francisco International Airport around one week ahead of your departure.

Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco

San Francisco International Airport is approximately 21 kilometres from the centre of San Francisco. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
It'll take around 45 minutes to get there using public transport.

When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to San Francisco International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit San Francisco. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in February.
When booking your flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to San Francisco International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. September is the warmest month in San Francisco, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC to 22ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CGN to SFO in January. Average temperatures are between 6ºC and 16ºC then.

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