What airlines fly to California?

Lufthansa, United Airlines and Condor are the top three most popular airlines that fly to California from Cologne according to our data. Lufthansa is the first choice among our users, with 42% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to California. Keep in mind that there are 9 different airlines that fly to California on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Cologne Köln/Bonn to California?

Lufthansa, British Airways, and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Cologne Köln/Bonn to California

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cologne Köln/Bonn Airport to California?

Prices for flights from Cologne Köln/Bonn Airport to California are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Cologne Köln/Bonn Airport to California?

As of February 2026, there are 2 operators available to choose from for flights from Cologne Köln/Bonn Airport to California.

How old do you have to be to fly from Cologne Köln/Bonn Airport to California?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Cologne Köln/Bonn Airport to California.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to California?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to California may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at California. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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8:30 am - 7:00 pm

CGN

SFO

19h 30m

1 stop

9:05 pm - 7:30 pm

SFO

CGN

13h 25m

1 stop

$624Lufthansa

Thu, Apr 2 - Thu, Apr 16

8:30 am - 3:15 pm

CGN

LAX

15h 45m

1 stop

5:30 pm - 5:40 pm

LAX

CGN

15h 10m

1 stop

$628Lufthansa

Thu, Apr 2 - Thu, Apr 16

4:35 pm - 11:59 pm

CGN

SAN

39h 24m

2 stops

7:10 am - 4:30 pm

SAN

CGN

25h 20m

2 stops

$629British Airways

Sun, Mar 8 - Sun, Mar 15

5:15 pm - 7:50 pm

CGN

LAS

34h 35m

1 stop

11:39 am - 4:30 pm

LAS

CGN

20h 51m

2 stops

$630British Airways

Mon, Mar 9 - Tue, Mar 24

6:30 am - 6:38 pm

CGN

SFO

21h 08m

2 stops

10:36 am - 5:40 pm

SFO

CGN

22h 04m

2 stops

$638Multiple Airlines

Thu, Apr 2 - Thu, Apr 16

1:05 pm - 7:00 pm

CGN

SFO

14h 55m

1 stop

1:20 pm - 5:40 pm

SFO

CGN

19h 20m

2 stops

$643Multiple Airlines

Thu, Apr 2 - Thu, Apr 16

1:00 pm - 7:00 pm

CGN

SFO

15h 00m

1 stop

1:45 pm - 5:40 pm

SFO

CGN

18h 55m

1 stop

$646United Airlines

Thu, Apr 2 - Thu, Apr 16

1:00 pm - 7:00 pm

CGN

SFO

15h 00m

1 stop

6:33 am - 5:40 pm

SFO

CGN

26h 07m

2 stops

$649United Airlines

Thu, Apr 2 - Thu, Apr 16

6:45 am - 10:31 pm

CGN

LAS

23h 46m

2 stops

11:30 pm - 12:10 pm

LAS

CGN

28h 40m

2 stops

$698Air Canada

Mon, Mar 9 - Tue, Mar 24

1:00 pm - 11:48 pm

CGN

LAS

19h 48m

2 stops

11:30 am - 12:20 pm

LAS

CGN

15h 50m

2 stops

$701Air Canada

Thu, May 7 - Thu, May 28

Lufthansa flights from Cologne to California

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Lufthansa

Apr 2

CGN8:30 amCologne Köln/Bonn

19h 30m

1 stop

SFO7:00 pmSan Francisco

Apr 16

SFO9:05 pmSan Francisco

13h 25m

1 stop

CGN7:30 pmCologne Köln/Bonn

$624

Lufthansa

Apr 2

CGN8:30 amCologne Köln/Bonn

15h 45m

1 stop

LAX3:15 pmLos Angeles

Apr 16

LAX5:30 pmLos Angeles

15h 10m

1 stop

CGN5:40 pmCologne Köln/Bonn

$628

Lufthansa

Apr 2

CGN8:30 amCologne Köln/Bonn

15h 45m

1 stop

LAX3:15 pmLos Angeles

Apr 16

LAX5:30 pmLos Angeles

17h 00m

1 stop

CGN7:30 pmCologne Köln/Bonn

$634

United Airlines flights from Cologne to California

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United Airlines

Apr 2

CGN1:00 pmCologne Köln/Bonn

15h 00m

1 stop

SFO7:00 pmSan Francisco

Apr 16

SFO1:45 pmSan Francisco

18h 55m

1 stop

CGN5:40 pmCologne Köln/Bonn

$646

United Airlines

Apr 18

CGN8:30 amCologne Köln/Bonn

15h 45m

1 stop

LAX3:15 pmLos Angeles

May 15

LAX10:27 amLos Angeles

22h 13m

2 stops

CGN5:40 pmCologne Köln/Bonn

$649

United Airlines

Apr 2

CGN1:05 pmCologne Köln/Bonn

14h 55m

1 stop

SFO7:00 pmSan Francisco

Apr 16

SFO1:45 pmSan Francisco

18h 55m

1 stop

CGN5:40 pmCologne Köln/Bonn

$650

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CologneSan Francisco

CGN - SFO

CGNSFO

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Thu 4/2

8:30 am-7:00 pm

1 stop19h 30m

San Francisco

Thu 4/16

9:05 pm-7:30 pm

1 stop13h 25m

$624

CologneLos Angeles

CGN - LAX

CGNLAX

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Thu 4/2

8:30 am-3:15 pm

1 stop15h 45m

Los Angeles

Thu 4/16

5:30 pm-5:40 pm

1 stop15h 10m

$628

CologneSan Diego

CGN - SAN

CGNSAN

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Sun 3/8

4:35 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops39h 24m

San Diego

Sun 3/15

7:10 am-4:30 pm

2 stops25h 20m

$629

CologneLas Vegas

CGN - LAS

CGNLAS

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Mon 3/9

5:15 pm-7:50 pm

1 stop34h 35m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 3/24

11:39 am-4:30 pm

2 stops20h 51m

$630

CologneSan Francisco

CGN - SFO

CGNSFO

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Thu 4/2

6:30 am-6:38 pm

2 stops21h 08m

San Francisco

Thu 4/16

10:36 am-5:40 pm

2 stops22h 04m

$638

CologneSan Francisco

CGN - SFO

CGNSFO

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Thu 4/2

1:05 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop14h 55m

San Francisco

Thu 4/16

1:20 pm-5:40 pm

2 stops19h 20m

$643

CologneSan Francisco

CGN - SFO

CGNSFO

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Thu 4/2

1:00 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop15h 00m

San Francisco

Thu 4/16

1:45 pm-5:40 pm

1 stop18h 55m

$646

CologneSan Francisco

CGN - SFO

CGNSFO

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Thu 4/2

1:00 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop15h 00m

San Francisco

Thu 4/16

6:33 am-5:40 pm

2 stops26h 07m

$649

CologneLas Vegas

CGN - LAS

CGNLAS

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Mon 3/9

6:45 am-10:31 pm

2 stops23h 46m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 3/24

11:30 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops28h 40m

$698

CologneLas Vegas

CGN - LAS

CGNLAS

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Thu 5/7

1:00 pm-11:48 pm

2 stops19h 48m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 5/28

11:30 am-12:20 pm

2 stops15h 50m

$701

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What is the cheapest month to fly to California?

The month of September is another great option to travel to California, with average flight prices from Cologne averaging around $613.

How far in advance should I book a flight to California?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to California from Cologne when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to California for around $690 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to California from Cologne for as low as $567 on momondo.

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You could potentially save up to 7% on your flight if you consider stops on a Cologne to California flight.

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Fastest flight time	14h 55m
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The fastest flight from Cologne to California takes 14h 55m

There are no direct flights from Cologne to California. There are no popular flight routes from Cologne to California.

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cologne Köln/Bonn Airport to California?
Prices for flights from Cologne Köln/Bonn Airport to California are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Cologne Köln/Bonn Airport to California?
As of February 2026, there are 2 operators available to choose from for flights from Cologne Köln/Bonn Airport to California.
How old do you have to be to fly from Cologne Köln/Bonn Airport to California?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Cologne Köln/Bonn Airport to California.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to California?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to California may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at California. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Cologne to California

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Lufthansa	PriceFrom $422	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 7,780 reviews		Search Lufthansa flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $507	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,731 reviews		Search British Airways flights

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