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Flight deals from San Francisco International to Dresden

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from San Francisco International Airport to Dresden Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $1,658. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Dresden.$1,399 per passenger.Departing Mon, 30 Nov, returning Tue, 15 Dec.Return flight with United and Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 30 Nov, arriving in Dresden.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Dresden on Tue, 15 Dec, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,399, select.

Dresden.$1,495 per passenger.Departing Fri, 30 Apr, returning Fri, 7 May.Return flight with United and Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Francisco International on Fri, 30 Apr, arriving in Dresden.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Dresden on Fri, 7 May, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,495, select.

Dresden.$1,600 per passenger.Departing Thu, 8 Oct, returning Thu, 15 Oct.Return flight with Condor and Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Condor, departs from San Francisco International on Thu, 8 Oct, arriving in Dresden.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Dresden on Thu, 15 Oct, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,600, select.

Dresden.$1,604 per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Nov, returning Mon, 23 Nov.Return flight with United and Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 4 Nov, arriving in Dresden.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Dresden on Mon, 23 Nov, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,604, select.

Dresden.$1,628 per passenger.Departing Sun, 27 Dec, returning Tue, 5 Jan.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from San Francisco International on Sun, 27 Dec, arriving in Dresden.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Dresden on Tue, 5 Jan, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,628, select.

Dresden.$1,658 per passenger.Departing Tue, 22 Sep, returning Mon, 28 Sep.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 22 Sep, arriving in Dresden.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Dresden on Mon, 28 Sep, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,658, select.

Dresden.$1,663 per passenger.Departing Sun, 27 Sep, returning Mon, 5 Oct.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from San Francisco International on Sun, 27 Sep, arriving in Dresden.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Dresden on Mon, 5 Oct, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,663, select.

Dresden.$3,071 per passenger.Departing Tue, 8 Jun, returning Tue, 22 Jun.Return flight with Condor.Outbound indirect flight with Condor, departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 8 Jun, arriving in Dresden.Inbound indirect flight with Condor, departs from Dresden on Tue, 22 Jun, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $3,071, select.

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

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

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San Francisco International to Dresden: Alternative routes

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Cheapest flight found	$1,399
Cheapest month to fly	November

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

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

The best price we found for a return flight from San Francisco International to Dresden is $1,399. 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 San Francisco International to Dresden?

Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from San Francisco International to Dresden. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,399.

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

As of August 2026, there are no flights flying from San Francisco International to Dresden.

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

The cheapest month to fly from San Francisco International to Dresden is usually November.

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

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from San Francisco International Airport to Dresden Airport on Monday, 30 November 2026.

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

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

How can I find the best flight deal to Dresden?

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 Dresden 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 Dresden?

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

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

Currently, United offers the cheapest flight tickets to Dresden.

Travelling from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Dresden Airport (DRS): what you need to know

Dresden's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Dresden nine hours ahead of San Francisco.
To ensure you catch your SFO to DRS flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You can expect longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Dresden Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between SFO and DRS:
- Frankfurt am Main Airport
- Munich Airport
- Zurich Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Dresden Airport (DRS)

The cheapest price we've found for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Dresden Airport flight is $683. A round-trip fare is currently $1,399. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SFO to DRS if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
Getting cheap flights from San Francisco International Airport to Dresden Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices across the month and land a great deal.
Save time looking for cheap flights from SFO to DRS by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from San Francisco International Airport to Dresden Airport.

Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

78% of flights departing from San Francisco International Airport reach their destination on time.
San Francisco International Airport is about 21 kilometres from central San Francisco. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Have an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Dresden Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to SFO:

Arriving at Dresden Airport (DRS)

If you're landing on a late San Francisco International Airport to Dresden Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these options near DRS:
Follow your own route with a Dresden Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Alamo, Keddy By Europcar or Sixt and chase adventure across Dresden and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Dresden Airport around three weeks ahead of your departure.

Getting from Dresden Airport (DRS) to central Dresden

Dresden Airport is roughly 10 kilometres from the centre of Dresden. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.

When to fly to Dresden Airport (DRS)

October is the most popular month for flights from San Francisco International Airport to Dresden Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Dresden in March.
Book your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Dresden Airport for August if you'd like to explore Dresden during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 11ºC and 26ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from SFO to DRS in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -9ºC and 5ºC on average.

Explore more of Germany

Berlin is just one of the many places in Germany waiting to be discovered after you've seen Dresden. Around 161 kilometres away to the north, well-known attractions include Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall and Parliament Building.
If there's time to check out another major stop in Germany, consider Hamburg, about 370 kilometres north-west of Dresden. Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg are key highlights.