What airlines fly to California?

Lufthansa, United Airlines and British Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to California from Germany according to our data. Lufthansa is the first choice among our users, with 47% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to California. Keep in mind that there are 12 different airlines that fly to California on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How long is the flight from Germany to California?

Flight times from Germany to California vary, but if you’re flying out of Frankfurt am Main and flying into Los Angeles (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 11h 30m on average. Another popular route from Germany to California is flying from Munich to Los Angeles, which will take roughly 11h 55m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

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

The number of flights available between Germany and California is 31 per day as of December 2025. The most frequent departure time is 10:00AM, with 59% of daily flights leaving in the afternoon.

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

British Airways, Finnair, and American Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Germany to California

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

The number of flights available between Germany and California is 223 per week as of December 2025. The most frequent departure day is Wed, with 17% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

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

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

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

There are 12 operators available for flights from Germany to California as of December 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from Germany 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 Germany 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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10:20 am - 3:50 pm

DUS

LAX

14h 30m1 stop

5:45 pm - 10:25 pm

LAX

DUS

19h 40m1 stop

$627British Airways

Mon, Feb 2 - Tue, Feb 17

10:15 am - 3:50 pm

DUS

LAX

14h 35m1 stop

3:12 pm - 6:05 pm

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DUS

17h 53m2 stops

$628British Airways

Tue, Jan 27 - Tue, Feb 10

3:25 pm - 5:00 pm

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LAX

34h 35m1 stop

7:30 pm - 2:45 pm

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DUS

34h 15m1 stop

$629Scandinavian Airlines

Mon, Jan 26 - Tue, Feb 10

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FRA

LAX

17h 00m1 stop

8:15 am - 9:55 am

LAX

FRA

16h 40m1 stop

$632Lufthansa

Fri, Dec 26 - Thu, Jan 1

11:05 am - 5:00 pm

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LAX

14h 55m1 stop

7:30 pm - 9:50 am

LAX

FRA

29h 20m1 stop

$633Scandinavian Airlines

Thu, Jan 22 - Wed, Feb 4

6:10 am - 5:33 pm

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SFO

20h 23m2 stops

7:00 am - 8:45 am

SFO

FRA

16h 45m1 stop

$649American Airlines

Fri, May 22 - Sat, May 30

1:50 pm - 9:59 pm

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LAS

17h 09m1 stop

11:54 am - 2:05 pm

LAS

FRA

17h 11m2 stops

$666Lufthansa

Sat, Jan 24 - Fri, Feb 6

10:15 am - 6:27 pm

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17h 12m1 stop

8:17 am - 2:05 pm

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FRA

21h 48m2 stops

$696American Airlines

Mon, Feb 23 - Wed, Mar 18

10:15 am - 9:45 pm

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LGB

44h 30m2 stops

7:00 am - 11:15 am

LGB

FRA

19h 15m2 stops

$822Delta

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2:15 pm - 4:05 pm

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LGB

34h 50m2 stops

7:00 am - 7:50 am

LGB

FRA

40h 50m2 stops

$826Delta

Sun, Feb 22 - Sun, Mar 22

British Airways flights from Germany to California

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British Airways

Feb 2

DUS10:20 amDuesseldorf Intl

14h 30m

1 stop

LAX3:50 pmLos Angeles

Feb 17

LAX5:45 pmLos Angeles

19h 40m

1 stop

DUS10:25 pmDuesseldorf Intl

$627

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British Airways

Jan 27

DUS10:15 amDuesseldorf Intl

14h 35m

1 stop

LAX3:50 pmLos Angeles

Feb 10

LAX3:12 pmLos Angeles

17h 53m

2 stops

DUS6:05 pmDuesseldorf Intl

$628

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May 8

DUS7:10 amDuesseldorf Intl

16h 45m

1 stop

LAX2:55 pmLos Angeles

May 12

LAX5:05 pmLos Angeles

15h 55m

1 stop

DUS6:00 pmDuesseldorf Intl

$639

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Delta flights from Germany to California

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Delta

Mar 1

DUS2:35 pmDuesseldorf Intl

30h 10m

1 stop

LAX11:45 amLos Angeles

Mar 28

LAX9:54 amLos Angeles

17h 21m

2 stops

DUS11:15 amDuesseldorf Intl

$663

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Delta

Apr 28

DUS8:15 amDuesseldorf Intl

15h 30m

1 stop

LAX2:45 pmLos Angeles

May 15

LAX9:45 amLos Angeles

17h 05m

2 stops

DUS11:50 amDuesseldorf Intl

$666

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Jan 22

DUS8:15 amDuesseldorf Intl

21h 45m

2 stops

LAX9:00 pmLos Angeles

Jan 31

LAX6:25 amLos Angeles

17h 20m

2 stops

DUS8:45 amDuesseldorf Intl

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Duesseldorf Intl

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10:20 am-3:50 pm

1 stop14h 30m

Los Angeles

Tue 2/17

5:45 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop19h 40m

$627

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DUS - LAX

DUSLAX

Duesseldorf Intl

Tue 1/27

10:15 am-3:50 pm

1 stop14h 35m

Los Angeles

Tue 2/10

3:12 pm-6:05 pm

2 stops17h 53m

$628

DüsseldorfLos Angeles

DUS - LAX

DUSLAX

Duesseldorf Intl

Mon 1/26

3:25 pm-5:00 pm

1 stop34h 35m

Los Angeles

Tue 2/10

7:30 pm-2:45 pm

1 stop34h 15m

$629

Frankfurt am MainLos Angeles

FRA - LAX

FRALAX

Frankfurt am Main

Fri 12/26

7:15 am-3:15 pm

1 stop17h 00m

Los Angeles

Thu 1/1

8:15 am-9:55 am

1 stop16h 40m

$632

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Frankfurt am Main

Thu 1/22

11:05 am-5:00 pm

1 stop14h 55m

Los Angeles

Wed 2/4

7:30 pm-9:50 am

1 stop29h 20m

$633

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FRA - SFO

FRASFO

Frankfurt am Main

Fri 5/22

6:10 am-5:33 pm

2 stops20h 23m

San Francisco

Sat 5/30

7:00 am-8:45 am

1 stop16h 45m

$649

Frankfurt am MainLas Vegas

FRA - LAS

FRALAS

Frankfurt am Main

Sat 1/24

1:50 pm-9:59 pm

1 stop17h 09m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 2/6

11:54 am-2:05 pm

2 stops17h 11m

$666

Frankfurt am MainSanta Ana

FRA - SNA

FRASNA

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 2/23

10:15 am-6:27 pm

1 stop17h 12m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 3/18

8:17 am-2:05 pm

2 stops21h 48m

$696

Frankfurt am MainLong Beach

FRA - LGB

FRALGB

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 12/24

10:15 am-9:45 pm

2 stops44h 30m

Long Beach Municipal

Wed 12/31

7:00 am-11:15 am

2 stops19h 15m

$822

Frankfurt am MainLong Beach

FRA - LGB

FRALGB

Frankfurt am Main

Sun 2/22

2:15 pm-4:05 pm

2 stops34h 50m

Long Beach Municipal

Sun 3/22

7:00 am-7:50 am

2 stops40h 50m

$826

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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 Germany averaging around $710.

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

The cheapest day to depart from Germany to California is on a Friday. Travelers who choose to depart for California on a Friday will often find tickets for as low as $773. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Sunday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to California on Sunday is $951.

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 afternoon when flights can be purchased for as low as $637. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the morning when prices are $839 on average. Flights to California from Germany in the morning are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travelers’ schedules.

What is the cheapest Germany to California flight route?

Fly from Munich Franz Josef Strauss to San Francisco for the best Germany - California flight prices

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to California from Germany when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to California for around $771 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to California from Germany for as low as $688 on momondo.

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

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Germany 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 Germany to California flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Germany to California.

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Best Price Found	$757
Fastest flight time	11h 30m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in California	418 airports

The best one-way flight to California from Germany in the past 72 hours is $757. The best round-trip flight deal from Germany to California found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $721.

The fastest flight from Germany to California takes 11h 30m

Direct flights go from Germany to California every day.

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

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Germany to California?
Prices for flights from Germany to California were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Germany to California?
There are 12 operators available for flights from Germany to California as of December 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Germany 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 Germany 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.
What is the most popular plane model from Germany to California?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from Germany to California is Boeing 747-8 (21.81% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Boeing 777 (18.59%), Airbus A380-800 (9.81%), and Airbus A350-900 (6.52%).

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British Airways	PriceFrom $235	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,571 reviews	Search British Airways flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $314	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,093 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Condor	PriceFrom $360	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.4 390 reviews	Search Condor flights
Delta	PriceFrom $361	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,007 reviews	Search Delta flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom $422	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 7,626 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
TAP AIR PORTUGAL	PriceFrom $439	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 2,089 reviews	Search TAP AIR PORTUGAL flights
Scandinavian Airlines	PriceFrom $489	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,605 reviews	Search Scandinavian Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $496	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,049 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
SWISS	PriceFrom $509	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,810 reviews	Search SWISS flights
KLM	PriceFrom $517	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.7 1,432 reviews	Search KLM flights

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