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$229+ Cheap flights from California to Europe

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Cheap flight deals from California to Europe

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from California (USCA) to Europe (EU0). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated January 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$491
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$229
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,060

Good round-trip deal

$504 or less

Good one-way deal

$261 or less
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Cheapest flights from California to Europe
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Europe. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 30, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/14:40 pmSFO - BCN
1 stop18h 40mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Thu 3/69:10 pmBCN - SFO
1 stop26h 05mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 1/29$491
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 1/299:00 amSFO - BCN
2 stops53h 15mITA Airways
Wed 2/54:45 pmBCN - SFO
2 stops37h 09mITA Airways
Deal found 1/29$492
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/38:30 amSFO - BCN
1 stop16h 20mAir Canada
Wed 2/196:50 amBCN - SFO
2 stops22h 17mAir Canada
Deal found 1/29$493
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/128:30 amSFO - BCN
1 stop16h 20mUnited Airlines
Wed 3/1911:15 amBCN - SFO
2 stops38h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/29$494
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/216:00 amSFO - BCN
2 stops18h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 3/29:10 amBCN - SFO
2 stops20h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/29$500
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/187:00 amSFO - BCN
1 stop16h 40mBritish Airways
Tue 2/256:40 amBCN - SFO
1 stop17h 20mBritish Airways
Deal found 1/29$502
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/32:33 pmSFO - BCN
1 stop32h 27mDelta
Wed 2/1910:15 amBCN - SFO
1 stop19h 39mDelta
Deal found 1/29$510
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/97:25 pmSFO - BCN
1 stop33h 40mSWISS
Thu 2/208:05 pmBCN - SFO
1 stop29h 20mSWISS
Deal found 1/30$514
This ezTravel 易遊網 deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure ezTravel 易遊網 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/106:30 pmSFO - CDG
1 stop16h 50mScandinavian Airlines
Sun 3/168:10 pmCDG - SFO
1 stop28h 30mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 1/29$516
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/411:55 pmLAX - FCO
2 stops26h 45mITA Airways
Wed 3/199:05 amFCO - LAX
Nonstop13h 15mITA Airways
Deal found 1/30$519
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/2411:55 pmLAX - FCO
1 stop24h 50mDelta
Thu 3/138:20 amFCO - LAX
1 stop18h 58mDelta
Deal found 1/30$520
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/48:20 amLAX - MAD
2 stops15h 55mUnited Airlines
Mon 2/1712:20 pmMAD - LAX
1 stop17h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/28$520

Find flights from California to Europe within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Europe 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, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 30, 2025.

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San FranciscoBarcelona

SFO - BCN

SFOBCN

San Francisco

Sat 3/1

4:40 pm-8:20 pm

1 stop18h 40m

Barcelona-El Prat

Thu 3/6

9:10 pm-2:15 pm

1 stop26h 05m

$491

San FranciscoBarcelona

SFO - BCN

SFOBCN

San Francisco

Tue 2/11

7:25 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop18h 35m

Barcelona-El Prat

Tue 2/25

8:05 pm-4:25 pm

1 stop29h 20m

$492

San FranciscoBarcelona

SFO - BCN

SFOBCN

San Francisco

Wed 3/12

8:30 am-8:50 am

1 stop16h 20m

Barcelona-El Prat

Wed 3/19

11:15 am-5:40 pm

2 stops38h 25m

$494

San FranciscoBarcelona

SFO - BCN

SFOBCN

San Francisco

Wed 2/26

6:05 am-8:40 am

2 stops17h 35m

Barcelona-El Prat

Sun 3/2

10:55 am-11:18 pm

2 stops21h 23m

$496

San FranciscoBarcelona

SFO - BCN

SFOBCN

San Francisco

Mon 3/17

8:30 am-8:50 am

1 stop16h 20m

Barcelona-El Prat

Fri 3/21

9:50 am-9:42 pm

2 stops19h 52m

$498

San FranciscoBarcelona

SFO - BCN

SFOBCN

San Francisco

Fri 2/21

6:00 am-9:50 am

2 stops18h 50m

Barcelona-El Prat

Sun 3/2

9:10 am-8:56 pm

2 stops20h 46m

$500

San FranciscoBarcelona

SFO - BCN

SFOBCN

San Francisco

Tue 2/18

7:00 am-8:40 am

1 stop16h 40m

Barcelona-El Prat

Tue 2/25

6:40 am-3:00 pm

1 stop17h 20m

$502

San FranciscoBarcelona

SFO - BCN

SFOBCN

San Francisco

Tue 2/18

7:00 am-8:40 am

1 stop16h 40m

Barcelona-El Prat

Tue 2/25

11:00 am-8:30 pm

1 stop18h 30m

$511

San FranciscoParis

SFO - CDG

SFOCDG

San Francisco

Mon 3/10

6:30 pm-7:20 pm

1 stop16h 50m

Paris Charles de Gaulle

Sun 3/16

8:10 pm-4:40 pm

1 stop28h 30m

$516

Los AngelesRome

LAX - FCO

LAXFCO

Los Angeles

Tue 3/4

11:55 pm-11:40 am

2 stops26h 45m

Rome Fiumicino

Wed 3/19

9:05 am-2:20 pm

Nonstop13h 15m

$519

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Travel insights for flights from California to Europe

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from California to Europe including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Europe?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Europe (average of $523). Flying from California to Europe in June is currently the most expensive (average of $995). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CA to EU?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Europe. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 30, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from California to Europe as you normally would.

Rainfall in Europe by month

Plan your trip to Europe by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Europe ranges from 0.4 - 3.9 inches per month. December is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.9 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Europe when rainfall is around 0.4 in.

Temperature in Europe by month

Plan your trip to Europe by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Europe, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 41.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Europe

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Europe. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Europe. Reviews last updated January 30, 2025.
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
61 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

8.7

Crew

9.1

Boarding

8.7

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 2

10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
61 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
61 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

8.7

Crew

9.1

Boarding

8.7

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 2

10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,450 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
61 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

8.7

Crew

9.1

Boarding

8.7

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 2

10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
481 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
61 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

8.7

Crew

9.1

Boarding

8.7

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 2

10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

KLM
7.8
Good
1,335 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
61 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

8.7

Crew

9.1

Boarding

8.7

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 2

10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

Related info for your journey

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  • How popular is this California to Europe flight route?

    Within the past month, 76 users have taken a look at flights from California to Europe.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from California to Europe one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for WestJet. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $229. Users have also found prices from $279 and $289 on French Bee and Vueling, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from California to Europe that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on California to Europe flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from California to Europe?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from California to Europe.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from California to Europe?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to Europe by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Europe?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Europe (average of $523). Flying from California to Europe in June is currently the most expensive (average of $995). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 10 airlines flying from California to Europe

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from California to Europe. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
WestJetCheapest$207Average$902FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
KLMCheapest$285Average$980FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Norse Atlantic AirwaysCheapest$310Average$736FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
French BeeCheapest$318Average$792FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air CaraïbesCheapest$409Average$814FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time56%
Aer LingusCheapest$430Average$855FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$434Average$738FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
FinnairCheapest$446Average$803FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
SWISSCheapest$457Average$878FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Norse Atlantic UKCheapest$473Average$718FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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