What is the cheapest airline that flies from San Francisco to Southeast Europe?

Delta, KLM, and Lufthansa are the most popular carriers operating from San Francisco to Southeast Europe

What airlines fly to Southeast Europe?

Turkish Airlines, United Airlines and Lufthansa are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Southeast Europe from San Francisco according to our data. Turkish Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 31% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Southeast Europe. Keep in mind that there are 16 different airlines that fly to Southeast Europe on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Southeast Europe?

Prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Southeast Europe refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Francisco Airport to Southeast Europe?

The number of operators available for flights from San Francisco Airport to Southeast Europe is 17 as of August 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from San Francisco Airport to Southeast Europe?

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 Southeast Europe.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Southeast Europe?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Southeast Europe 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 Southeast Europe. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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9:40 pm - 10:55 pmSFO San Francisco-SOF Sofia

15h 15m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

6:25 am - 4:06 pmSOF Sofia-SFO San Francisco

19h 41m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Vancouver Intl

$720Multiple Airlines

Wed, Nov 4 - Wed, Nov 18

7:25 pm - 3:05 pmSFO San Francisco-SOF Sofia

33h 40m1 stop Zurich

6:25 am - 10:57 pmSOF Sofia-SFO San Francisco

26h 32m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Vancouver Intl

$721Multiple Airlines

Tue, Jan 5 - Tue, Jan 19

4:45 pm - 9:20 amSFO San Francisco-SPU Split

55h 35m2 stops Kastrup Copenhagen Stockholm Arlanda

9:00 pm - 2:40 pmSPU Split-SFO San Francisco

26h 40m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen

$721Scandinavian Airlines

Wed, Oct 7 - Sat, Oct 17

9:40 pm - 10:55 pmSFO San Francisco-SOF Sofia

15h 15m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

6:25 am - 12:35 pmSOF Sofia-SFO San Francisco

16h 10m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

$724Lufthansa

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9:40 pm - 10:55 pmSFO San Francisco-SOF Sofia

15h 15m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

6:25 am - 12:35 pmSOF Sofia-SFO San Francisco

16h 10m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

$724Lufthansa

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6:23 am - 11:10 amSFO San Francisco-SPU Split

43h 47m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Kastrup Copenhagen

12:05 pm - 10:15 pmSPU Split-SFO San Francisco

43h 10m2 stops Kastrup Copenhagen Los Angeles

$725Scandinavian Airlines

Sun, Sep 27 - Mon, Oct 12

6:25 pm - 1:00 pmSFO San Francisco-BEG Belgrade Nikola Tesla

33h 35m2 stops Vancouver Intl Munich Franz Josef Strauss

6:15 am - 10:57 pmBEG Belgrade Nikola Tesla-SFO San Francisco

25h 42m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Vancouver Intl

$740Air Canada

Mon, Feb 1 - Fri, Feb 5

3:55 pm - 4:35 pmSFO San Francisco-BEG Belgrade Nikola Tesla

15h 40m1 stop Warsaw Frederic Chopin

5:15 pm - 8:40 pmBEG Belgrade Nikola Tesla-SFO San Francisco

36h 25m1 stop Warsaw Frederic Chopin

$742LOT

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9:40 pm - 10:55 pmSFO San Francisco-SOF Sofia

15h 15m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

2:10 pm - 8:10 pmSOF Sofia-SFO San Francisco

16h 00m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

$746United Airlines

Tue, Jan 19 - Fri, Jan 29

10:40 pm - 6:00 pmSFO San Francisco-SOF Sofia

33h 20m1 stop Warsaw Frederic Chopin

6:45 pm - 2:00 pmSOF Sofia-SFO San Francisco

29h 15m1 stop Warsaw Frederic Chopin

$790LOT

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12:55 pm - 8:45 amSFO San Francisco-TIA Tirana Rinas

34h 50m1 stop Istanbul

8:10 pm - 10:45 amTIA Tirana Rinas-SFO San Francisco

23h 35m1 stop Istanbul

$785Turkish Airlines

Mon, Aug 10 - Wed, Sep 16

12:55 pm - 7:20 pmSFO San Francisco-TIA Tirana Rinas

21h 25m1 stop Istanbul

8:10 pm - 10:45 amTIA Tirana Rinas-SFO San Francisco

23h 35m1 stop Istanbul

$785Turkish Airlines

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7:35 pm - 12:55 amSFO San Francisco-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

19h 20m1 stop Zurich

6:55 am - 4:15 pmATH Athens Eleftherios V.-SFO San Francisco

19h 20m1 stop Zurich

$836SWISS

Tue, Aug 11 - Tue, Sep 15

7:35 pm - 12:55 amSFO San Francisco-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

19h 20m1 stop Zurich

6:55 am - 4:15 pmATH Athens Eleftherios V.-SFO San Francisco

19h 20m1 stop Zurich

$836SWISS

Sun, Aug 9 - Tue, Sep 15

3:55 pm - 1:00 pmSFO San Francisco-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

35h 05m1 stop Warsaw Frederic Chopin

7:05 pm - 8:40 pmATH Athens Eleftherios V.-SFO San Francisco

35h 35m1 stop Warsaw Frederic Chopin

$840LOT

Sun, Aug 9 - Tue, Sep 15

9:05 pm - 11:05 pmSFO San Francisco-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

16h 00m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

12:45 pm - 7:00 pmATH Athens Eleftherios V.-SFO San Francisco

16h 15m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

$846Lufthansa

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9:05 pm - 11:05 pmSFO San Francisco-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.

16h 00m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

6:55 am - 4:15 pmATH Athens Eleftherios V.-SFO San Francisco

19h 20m1 stop Zurich

$847Multiple Airlines

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9:05 pm - 10:05 pmSFO San Francisco-BEG Belgrade Nikola Tesla

16h 00m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

1:05 pm - 7:00 pmBEG Belgrade Nikola Tesla-SFO San Francisco

14h 55m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

$849Lufthansa

Mon, Aug 10 - Wed, Aug 19

8:10 am - 12:30 pmSFO San Francisco-BEG Belgrade Nikola Tesla

19h 20m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Munich Franz Josef Strauss

8:00 pm - 4:15 pmBEG Belgrade Nikola Tesla-SFO San Francisco

29h 15m1 stop Zurich

$860Multiple Airlines

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10:40 pm - 4:25 pmSFO San Francisco-TGD Podgorica Golubovci

32h 45m1 stop Warsaw Frederic Chopin

1:30 pm - 8:40 pmTGD Podgorica Golubovci-SFO San Francisco

16h 10m1 stop Warsaw Frederic Chopin

$1,277LOT

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SWISS flights from San Francisco to Southeast Europe

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Nov 1

SFO7:25 pmSan Francisco

19h 15m

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ATH7:05 amAthens Eleftherios V.

19h 25m

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SFO7:35 pmSan Francisco

14h 20m

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29h 35m

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SFO4:15 pmSan Francisco

$820

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Sep 7

SFO7:35 pmSan Francisco

14h 20m

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Sep 22

DBV7:40 pmDubrovnik

29h 35m

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SFO4:15 pmSan Francisco

$821

Scandinavian Airlines flights from San Francisco to Southeast Europe

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Scandinavian Airlines

Oct 7

SFO4:45 pmSan Francisco

55h 35m

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SPU9:20 amSplit

Oct 17

SPU9:00 pmSplit

26h 40m

1 stop

SFO2:40 pmSan Francisco

$721

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Sep 27

SFO6:23 amSan Francisco

43h 47m

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Oct 12

SPU12:05 pmSplit

43h 10m

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SFO10:15 pmSan Francisco

$725

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Sep 21

SFO7:10 amSan Francisco

19h 00m

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from San Francisco to Southeast Europe

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Southeast Europe?

The month of February is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Southeast Europe from San Francisco, with most prices found around $641. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of February, then book flights to Southeast Europe from San Francisco during March instead. Flights to Southeast Europe in March, while not as cheap as those in February, still average around $644.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Francisco to Southeast Europe?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Southeast Europe from San Francisco when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Southeast Europe for around $860 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Southeast Europe from San Francisco for as low as $828 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on San Francisco to Southeast Europe flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between San Francisco to Southeast Europe.

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Fastest flight time	13h 20m
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The fastest flight from San Francisco to Southeast Europe takes 13h 20m

There are no direct flights from San Francisco to Southeast Europe. There are no popular flight routes from San Francisco to Southeast Europe.

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Frequently asked questions about flying from San Francisco to Southeast Europe

When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Southeast Europe?
Prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Southeast Europe refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Francisco Airport to Southeast Europe?
The number of operators available for flights from San Francisco Airport to Southeast Europe is 17 as of August 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from San Francisco Airport to Southeast Europe?
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 Southeast Europe.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Southeast Europe?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Southeast Europe 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 Southeast Europe. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular plane model from San Francisco to Southeast Europe?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from San Francisco to Southeast Europe is Boeing 777, representing 9.64% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Boeing 737 MAX 8 at 8.78%, Boeing 777-300ER at 7.87%, and Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner at 6.59%.

Best airlines flying from San Francisco to Southeast Europe

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Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom $245	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 694 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
Scandinavian Airlines	PriceFrom $479	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,926 reviews	Search Scandinavian Airlines flights
SWISS	PriceFrom $489	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 2,028 reviews	Search SWISS flights
Delta	PriceFrom $494	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,497 reviews	Search Delta flights
KLM	PriceFrom $500	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,555 reviews	Search KLM flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom $519	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 8,178 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
Air France	PriceFrom $521	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,637 reviews	Search Air France flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $529	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 8,150 reviews	Search British Airways flights
ITA Airways	PriceFrom $532	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 1,308 reviews	Search ITA Airways flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $547	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,434 reviews	Search Air Canada flights

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