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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Cologne from $486

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3:15 pm - 10:45 pmSFO-CGN
22h 30m1 stop
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2:20 pm - 2:35 pmCGN-SFO
33h 15m2 stops
$693
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Tue, Aug 26 - Tue, Sep 2
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8:20 am - 2:40 pmSFO-CGN
21h 20m2 stops
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2:20 pm - 2:35 pmCGN-SFO
33h 15m2 stops
$747
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Tue, Aug 26 - Tue, Sep 2
British Airways Logo
8:40 pm - 3:40 pmSFO-CGN
34h 00m1 stop
British Airways Logo
4:35 pm - 3:00 pmCGN-SFO
31h 25m1 stop
$767British Airways
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Wed, Nov 19 - Sun, Nov 23
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10:15 am - 11:20 pmSFO-CGN
28h 05m3 stops
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2:20 pm - 2:35 pmCGN-SFO
33h 15m2 stops
$768
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Tue, Aug 26 - Tue, Sep 2
British Airways Logo
10:46 pm - 9:20 amSFO-CGN
25h 34m2 stops
British Airways Logo
10:15 am - 11:07 pmCGN-SFO
21h 52m2 stops
$797British Airways
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Tue, Aug 19 - Sun, Aug 24
British Airways Logo
7:20 pm - 8:30 pmSFO-CGN
16h 10m1 stop
British Airways Logo
3:30 pm - 9:24 amCGN-SFO
26h 54m2 stops
$801British Airways
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Mon, Sep 8 - Tue, Sep 23
Logo
4:05 pm - 10:20 pmSFO-CGN
21h 15m1 stop
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6:35 pm - 7:30 pmCGN-SFO
33h 55m1 stop
$803
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Mon, Sep 8 - Tue, Sep 23
United Airlines Logo
1:05 pm - 5:05 pmSFO-CGN
19h 00m1 stop
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6:20 am - 4:35 pmCGN-SFO
19h 15m1 stop
$1,063United Airlines
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Thu, Sep 18 - Wed, Oct 8
United Airlines Logo
1:00 pm - 11:10 amSFO-CGN
13h 10m1 stop
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6:05 am - 2:30 pmCGN-SFO
17h 25m1 stop
$1,118United Airlines
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Thu, Aug 28 - Sat, Sep 6
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2:40 pm - 7:50 amSFO-CGN
32h 10m3 stops
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5:55 pm - 12:40 pmCGN-SFO
27h 45m3 stops
$1,122Lufthansa
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Wed, Aug 20 - Sun, Aug 24

United Airlines flights from San Francisco to Cologne

Our best United Airlines deals on San Francisco to Cologne flight tickets
United Airlines
Sep 18
SFO1:05 pmSan Francisco
19h 00m
1 stop
CGN5:05 pmCologne Köln/Bonn
Oct 8
CGN6:20 amCologne Köln/Bonn
19h 15m
1 stop
SFO4:35 pmSan Francisco
$1,063
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United Airlines
Aug 28
SFO1:00 pmSan Francisco
13h 10m
1 stop
CGN11:10 amCologne Köln/Bonn
Sep 6
CGN6:05 amCologne Köln/Bonn
17h 25m
1 stop
SFO2:30 pmSan Francisco
$1,118
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Lufthansa flights from San Francisco to Cologne

Our best Lufthansa deals on San Francisco to Cologne flight tickets
Lufthansa
Aug 20
SFO2:40 pmSan Francisco
32h 10m
3 stops
CGN7:50 amCologne Köln/Bonn
Aug 24
CGN5:55 pmCologne Köln/Bonn
27h 45m
3 stops
SFO12:40 pmSan Francisco
$1,122
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Lufthansa
Aug 2
SFO2:40 pmSan Francisco
23h 30m
3 stops
CGN11:10 pmCologne Köln/Bonn
Aug 4
CGN12:55 pmCologne Köln/Bonn
32h 45m
3 stops
SFO12:40 pmSan Francisco
$2,157
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Cologne that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated July 31, 2025.
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Depart

Return

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San FranciscoCologne

SFO - CGN

SFOCGN

San Francisco

Tue 8/26

3:15 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop22h 30m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Tue 9/2

2:20 pm-2:35 pm

2 stops33h 15m

$693

San FranciscoCologne

SFO - CGN

SFOCGN

San Francisco

Tue 8/26

8:20 am-2:40 pm

2 stops21h 20m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Tue 9/2

2:20 pm-2:35 pm

2 stops33h 15m

$747

San FranciscoCologne

SFO - CGN

SFOCGN

San Francisco

Wed 11/19

8:40 pm-3:40 pm

1 stop34h 00m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Sun 11/23

4:35 pm-3:00 pm

1 stop31h 25m

$767

San FranciscoCologne

SFO - CGN

SFOCGN

San Francisco

Tue 8/26

10:15 am-11:20 pm

3 stops28h 05m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Tue 9/2

2:20 pm-2:35 pm

2 stops33h 15m

$768

San FranciscoCologne

SFO - CGN

SFOCGN

San Francisco

Tue 8/19

10:46 pm-9:20 am

2 stops25h 34m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Sun 8/24

10:15 am-11:07 pm

2 stops21h 52m

$797

San FranciscoCologne

SFO - CGN

SFOCGN

San Francisco

Mon 9/8

7:20 pm-8:30 pm

1 stop16h 10m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Tue 9/23

3:30 pm-9:24 am

2 stops26h 54m

$801

San FranciscoCologne

SFO - CGN

SFOCGN

San Francisco

Mon 9/8

4:05 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop21h 15m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Tue 9/23

6:35 pm-7:30 pm

1 stop33h 55m

$803

San FranciscoCologne

SFO - CGN

SFOCGN

San Francisco

Thu 9/18

1:05 pm-5:05 pm

1 stop19h 00m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Wed 10/8

6:20 am-4:35 pm

1 stop19h 15m

$1,063

San FranciscoCologne

SFO - CGN

SFOCGN

San Francisco

Thu 8/28

1:00 pm-11:10 am

1 stop13h 10m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Sat 9/6

6:05 am-2:30 pm

1 stop17h 25m

$1,118

San FranciscoCologne

SFO - CGN

SFOCGN

San Francisco

Wed 8/20

2:40 pm-7:50 am

3 stops32h 10m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Sun 8/24

5:55 pm-12:40 pm

3 stops27h 45m

$1,122

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Cologne?

The cheapest month to fly to Cologne from San Francisco is in February. Flight prices, which tend to average around $726, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you are unable to visit Cologne during the month of February, then departing from San Francisco during the month May is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $1,037.

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

The cheapest day to depart from San Francisco to Cologne is on a Sunday when prices can be found for as low as $930. On the other hand, Thursday is the most expensive day to depart from San Francisco because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $1,689.

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

The cheapest time of day to fly to Cologne is at noon when flights can be purchased for as low as $945. In the afternoon is when there is more demand to fly to Cologne, so prices are often more expensive at around $1,689 per ticket.

Can stopping save me money on San Francisco to Cologne flights?

You could potentially save up to 4% on your flight if you consider stops on a San Francisco to Cologne flight.

When to book flights from San Francisco to Cologne

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Best Price Found

$486

Fastest flight time

13h 05m

Direct flights

None

Airports in Cologne

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Cologne from San Francisco in the past 72 hours is $486. The best round-trip flight deal from San Francisco to Cologne found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $693.
The fastest flight from San Francisco to Cologne takes 13h 05m
There are no direct flights from San Francisco to Cologne. Popular non-direct route for this connection is San Francisco Airport - Cologne Köln/Bonn Airport.
There is 1 airport near Cologne: Cologne Köln/Bonn (CGN)
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  • How far is San Francisco to Cologne Köln/Bonn by plane?

    San Francisco and Cologne Köln/Bonn are 5578.5 mi apart from one another. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 13h 10m.

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

    Prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Cologne Köln/Bonn Airport are updated daily.

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

  • How old do you have to be to fly from San Francisco Airport to Cologne Köln/Bonn Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from San Francisco Airport to Cologne Köln/Bonn Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cologne Köln/Bonn Airport?

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to Cologne Köln/Bonn Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Cologne Köln/Bonn Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

  • What is the most popular airline from San Francisco to Cologne?

Best airlines flying from San Francisco to Cologne

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Free Cancellation
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British AirwaysPriceFrom $676Free CancellationRating
6.6
7,222 reviews
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LufthansaPriceFrom $811Free CancellationRating
6.8
7,275 reviews
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