What is the cheapest airline that flies from Europe to California?

Finnair, Alaska Airlines, and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Europe to California

How many flights depart from Europe to California on average per week?

As of November 2026, 783 flights take off from Europe and land in California each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Wed, with 17% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

What airlines fly to California?

Lufthansa, United Airlines and British Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to California from Europe according to our data. Lufthansa is the first choice among our users, with 31% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to California. Keep in mind that there are 23 different airlines that fly to California on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How many flights depart from Europe to California on average per day?

111 flights are operational daily from Europe to California as of November 2026. The most popular departure time for this route is 12:00PM, with 100% of flights per day taking off in the afternoon.

How long is the flight from Europe to California?

Flight times from Europe to California vary, but if you’re flying out of Copenhagen and flying into Los Angeles (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 11h 35m on average. Another popular route from Europe to California is flying from Madrid to Los Angeles, which will take roughly 12h 05m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Europe to California?

Prices for flights from Europe to California were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Europe to California?

There are 23 operators available for flights from Europe to California as of November 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Europe to California?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Europe 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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8:10 pm - 8:20 amMAD Madrid Barajas-LAX Los Angeles

21h 10m1 stop Casablanca Mohamed V

10:20 am - 12:35 pmLAX Los Angeles-MAD Madrid Barajas

17h 15m1 stop Casablanca Mohamed V

$515Royal Air Maroc

Sat, Apr 10 - Tue, Apr 20

1:00 pm - 7:20 amMAD Madrid Barajas-LAX Los Angeles

27h 20m1 stop Casablanca Mohamed V

9:20 am - 6:05 pmLAX Los Angeles-MAD Madrid Barajas

23h 45m1 stop Casablanca Mohamed V

$517Royal Air Maroc

Thu, Dec 10 - Sun, Dec 27

7:30 am - 3:50 pmFCO Rome Fiumicino-SFO San Francisco

17h 20m1 stop Dublin

5:35 pm - 7:55 pmSFO San Francisco-FCO Rome Fiumicino

17h 20m1 stop Dublin

$525Aer Lingus

Sun, Apr 25 - Sat, May 8

9:50 am - 4:37 pmLHR London Heathrow-LAX Los Angeles

14h 47m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul

6:00 am - 6:50 amLAX Los Angeles-LHR London Heathrow

16h 50m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$527Delta

Thu, Dec 24 - Sun, Jan 17

9:50 am - 4:37 pmLHR London Heathrow-LAX Los Angeles

14h 47m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul

11:15 am - 10:00 amLAX Los Angeles-LHR London Heathrow

14h 45m1 stop Salt Lake City

$527Delta

Thu, Dec 24 - Sat, Jan 16

3:20 pm - 6:45 pmLHR London Heathrow-LAX Los Angeles

11h 25mnonstop

10:39 am - 9:40 amLAX Los Angeles-LHR London Heathrow

15h 01m1 stop Denver Intl

$535United Airlines

Fri, Dec 25 - Thu, Jan 7

3:20 pm - 6:45 pmLHR London Heathrow-LAX Los Angeles

11h 25mnonstop

12:00 pm - 10:25 amLAX Los Angeles-LHR London Heathrow

14h 25m1 stop Newark

$535United Airlines

Thu, Dec 24 - Tue, Jan 12

2:45 pm - 10:55 pmLHR London Heathrow-LAX Los Angeles

16h 10m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

9:00 am - 12:20 pmLAX Los Angeles-LHR London Heathrow

19h 20m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$535Alaska Airlines

Thu, Dec 10 - Thu, Feb 11

2:45 pm - 9:24 pmLHR London Heathrow-LAX Los Angeles

14h 39m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

8:00 pm - 12:20 pmLAX Los Angeles-LHR London Heathrow

32h 20m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$535Alaska Airlines

Wed, Dec 2 - Sat, Dec 12

1:30 pm - 6:40 pmAMS Amsterdam Schiphol-LAX Los Angeles

14h 10m1 stop Dublin

8:25 pm - 7:55 pmLAX Los Angeles-AMS Amsterdam Schiphol

14h 30m1 stop Dublin

$803Aer Lingus

Fri, Dec 4 - Sun, Dec 6

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8:20 am - 6:45 pmFCO Rome Fiumicino-SFO San Francisco

19h 25m1 stop London Heathrow

5:25 pm - 7:10 pmSFO San Francisco-FCO Rome Fiumicino

16h 45m1 stop London Heathrow

$526British Airways

Wed, Nov 18 - Thu, Nov 26

7:35 am - 2:55 pmFCO Rome Fiumicino-SFO San Francisco

16h 20m1 stop London Heathrow

5:25 pm - 7:25 pmSFO San Francisco-FCO Rome Fiumicino

17h 00m1 stop London Heathrow

$535British Airways

Tue, Nov 17 - Wed, Nov 25

2:45 pm - 8:47 pmLHR London Heathrow-SFO San Francisco

14h 02m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

8:33 pm - 12:20 pmSFO San Francisco-LHR London Heathrow

31h 47m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$539Alaska Airlines

Wed, Nov 18 - Tue, Nov 24

2:45 pm - 8:47 pmLHR London Heathrow-SFO San Francisco

14h 02m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

1:00 pm - 12:20 pmSFO San Francisco-LHR London Heathrow

15h 20m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$539Alaska Airlines

Wed, Nov 18 - Mon, Nov 23

9:10 am - 1:30 pmFCO Rome Fiumicino-LAX Los Angeles

13h 20mnonstop

3:20 pm - 12:20 pmLAX Los Angeles-FCO Rome Fiumicino

12h 00mnonstop

$574ITA Airways

Fri, Nov 13 - Fri, Nov 27

9:10 am - 1:30 pmFCO Rome Fiumicino-LAX Los Angeles

13h 20mnonstop

3:20 pm - 12:20 pmLAX Los Angeles-FCO Rome Fiumicino

12h 00mnonstop

$580ITA Airways

Fri, Nov 13 - Fri, Nov 27

9:10 am - 1:10 pmFCO Rome Fiumicino-SFO San Francisco

13h 00mnonstop

7:20 am - 12:20 pmSFO San Francisco-FCO Rome Fiumicino

20h 00m1 stop Los Angeles

$589Multiple Airlines

Sat, Nov 14 - Sat, Nov 28

9:10 am - 1:10 pmFCO Rome Fiumicino-SFO San Francisco

13h 00mnonstop

9:00 am - 12:20 pmSFO San Francisco-FCO Rome Fiumicino

18h 20m1 stop Los Angeles

$589Multiple Airlines

Sat, Nov 14 - Fri, Nov 27

6:00 am - 2:45 pmLHR London Heathrow-SFO San Francisco

16h 45m1 stop Lisbon Humberto Delgado

4:35 pm - 10:40 pmSFO San Francisco-LHR London Heathrow

22h 05m1 stop Lisbon Humberto Delgado

$656TAP AIR PORTUGAL

Wed, Nov 18 - Wed, Nov 25

6:00 am - 2:45 pmLHR London Heathrow-SFO San Francisco

16h 45m1 stop Lisbon Humberto Delgado

4:35 pm - 10:40 pmSFO San Francisco-LHR London Heathrow

22h 05m1 stop Lisbon Humberto Delgado

$658TAP AIR PORTUGAL

Wed, Nov 18 - Wed, Nov 25

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Aer Lingus

Apr 25

FCO7:30 amRome Fiumicino

17h 20m

1 stop

SFO3:50 pmSan Francisco

May 8

SFO5:35 pmSan Francisco

17h 20m

1 stop

FCO7:55 pmRome Fiumicino

$525

Aer Lingus

Feb 7

FCO11:15 amRome Fiumicino

16h 25m

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LAX6:40 pmLos Angeles

Feb 14

LAX8:25 pmLos Angeles

14h 30m

1 stop

FCO7:55 pmRome Fiumicino

$555

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Nov 21

CDG10:15 amParis Charles de Gaulle

14h 20m

1 stop

SFO3:35 pmSan Francisco

Dec 4

SFO5:20 pmSan Francisco

18h 25m

1 stop

CDG8:45 pmParis Charles de Gaulle

$675

Alaska Airlines flights from Europe to California

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Alaska Airlines

Dec 10

LHR2:45 pmLondon Heathrow

16h 10m

1 stop

LAX10:55 pmLos Angeles

Feb 11

LAX9:00 amLos Angeles

19h 20m

1 stop

LHR12:20 pmLondon Heathrow

$535

Alaska Airlines

Dec 3

LHR2:45 pmLondon Heathrow

14h 39m

1 stop

LAX9:24 pmLos Angeles

Dec 10

LAX12:30 pmLos Angeles

15h 50m

1 stop

LHR12:20 pmLondon Heathrow

$537

Alaska Airlines

Dec 10

LHR2:45 pmLondon Heathrow

14h 39m

1 stop

LAX9:24 pmLos Angeles

Dec 24

LAX8:45 amLos Angeles

19h 35m

1 stop

LHR12:20 pmLondon Heathrow

$538

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MAD Madrid Barajas - LAX Los Angeles

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Sat 4/10

8:10 pm-8:20 am

1 stop21h 10m

Los Angeles

Tue 4/20

10:20 am-12:35 pm

1 stop17h 15m

$515

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MAD Madrid Barajas - LAX Los Angeles

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Madrid Barajas

Thu 12/10

1:00 pm-7:20 am

1 stop27h 20m

Los Angeles

Sun 12/27

9:20 am-6:05 pm

1 stop23h 45m

$517

RomeSan Francisco

FCO Rome Fiumicino - SFO San Francisco

FCOSFO

Rome Fiumicino

Sun 4/25

7:30 am-3:50 pm

1 stop17h 20m

San Francisco

Sat 5/8

5:35 pm-7:55 pm

1 stop17h 20m

$525

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LHR London Heathrow - LAX Los Angeles

LHRLAX

London Heathrow

Thu 12/24

9:50 am-4:37 pm

1 stop14h 47m

Los Angeles

Sun 1/17

6:00 am-6:50 am

1 stop16h 50m

$527

LondonLos Angeles

LHR London Heathrow - LAX Los Angeles

LHRLAX

London Heathrow

Thu 12/24

9:50 am-4:37 pm

1 stop14h 47m

Los Angeles

Sat 1/16

11:15 am-10:00 am

1 stop14h 45m

$527

LondonLos Angeles

LHR London Heathrow - LAX Los Angeles

LHRLAX

London Heathrow

Fri 12/25

3:20 pm-6:45 pm

Nonstop11h 25m

Los Angeles

Thu 1/7

10:39 am-9:40 am

1 stop15h 01m

$535

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LHR London Heathrow - LAX Los Angeles

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London Heathrow

Thu 12/24

3:20 pm-6:45 pm

Nonstop11h 25m

Los Angeles

Tue 1/12

12:00 pm-10:25 am

1 stop14h 25m

$535

LondonLos Angeles

LHR London Heathrow - LAX Los Angeles

LHRLAX

London Heathrow

Thu 12/10

2:45 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop16h 10m

Los Angeles

Thu 2/11

9:00 am-12:20 pm

1 stop19h 20m

$535

LondonLos Angeles

LHR London Heathrow - LAX Los Angeles

LHRLAX

London Heathrow

Wed 12/2

2:45 pm-9:24 pm

1 stop14h 39m

Los Angeles

Sat 12/12

8:00 pm-12:20 pm

1 stop32h 20m

$535

AmsterdamLos Angeles

AMS Amsterdam Schiphol - LAX Los Angeles

AMSLAX

Amsterdam Schiphol

Fri 12/4

1:30 pm-6:40 pm

1 stop14h 10m

Los Angeles

Sun 12/6

8:25 pm-7:55 pm

1 stop14h 30m

$803

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Europe to California

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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 Europe averaging around $756.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to California?

The cheapest day to depart from Europe to California is on a Wednesday. Travelers who choose to depart for California on a Wednesday will often find tickets for as low as $855. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Saturday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to California on Saturday is $1,268.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to California?

The cheapest time of day to fly to California is in the morning when flights can be purchased for as low as $959. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying at noon when prices are $1,029 on average. Flights to California from Europe at noon are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travelers’ schedules.

What is the cheapest Europe to California flight route?

Fly from Paris Charles de Gaulle to San Francisco for the best Europe - California flight prices

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to California from Europe 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 Europe for as low as $630 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Europe to California flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Europe to California flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Europe to California flights?

You could potentially save up to 19% on your flight if you consider stops on a Europe to California flight.

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Best Price Found	$437
Fastest flight time	10h 20m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in California	418 airports

The best one-way flight to California from Europe in the past 72 hours is $437. The best round-trip flight deal from Europe to California found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $515.

The fastest flight from Europe to California takes 10h 20m

Direct flights go from Europe to California every day.

There are 418 airports in California. From Europe there are direct flights to Los Angeles (LAX), San Francisco (SFO).

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Europe to California

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Europe to California?
Prices for flights from Europe to California were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Europe to California?
There are 23 operators available for flights from Europe to California as of November 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Europe to California?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Europe 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 Europe to California

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Delta	PriceFrom $367	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,718 reviews	Search Delta flights
LEVEL	PriceFrom $410	Free Cancellation	Rating 0.0 0 reviews	Search LEVEL flights
JetBlue	PriceFrom $411	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 3,074 reviews	Search JetBlue flights
Air France	PriceFrom $417	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,648 reviews	Search Air France flights
TAP AIR PORTUGAL	PriceFrom $418	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 2,398 reviews	Search TAP AIR PORTUGAL flights
Finnair	PriceFrom $487	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,411 reviews	Search Finnair flights
Iberia	PriceFrom $488	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.0 3,228 reviews	Search Iberia flights
Austrian Airlines	PriceFrom $514	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 982 reviews	Search Austrian Airlines flights
Aer Lingus	PriceFrom $515	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,883 reviews	Search Aer Lingus flights
KLM	PriceFrom $519	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,599 reviews	Search KLM flights

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