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$259+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Europe

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 4/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — CPH
mar. 8 — mar. 151
sáb. 3/8
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Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Europe

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Diego to Europe flight deals. Data was last updated marzo 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$608
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$259
(Mytrip)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,072

Good round-trip deal

$763 or less

Good one-way deal

$601 or less
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Europe
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Europe. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on marzo 3, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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.
mar. 4/18:05 amSAN - ATH
1 stop15h 50mUnited Airlines
mar. 4/81:10 pmATH - SAN
3 stops41h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/3$608
This Ticket deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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 Ticket is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 3/177:15 amSAN - FRA
2 stops17h 45mAir France
mar. 4/111:00 amFRA - SAN
2 stops18h 38mAir France
Deal found 3/3$622
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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.
mié. 3/2612:40 pmSAN - FRA
1 stop14h 30mMultiple Airlines
mar. 4/110:30 amFRA - SAN
1 stop16h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/2$623
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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.
lun. 3/177:00 amSAN - FRA
2 stops20h 10mAir Canada
mar. 4/15:05 pmFRA - SAN
1 stop27h 43mAir Canada
Deal found 3/3$626
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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.
mar. 4/14:25 pmSAN - MAD
2 stops18h 30mBritish Airways
mar. 4/84:40 pmMAD - SAN
1 stop15h 48mBritish Airways
Deal found 3/2$626
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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.
mar. 4/110:30 pmSAN - ATH
1 stop23h 10mDelta
mar. 4/810:30 amATH - SAN
1 stop23h 17mDelta
Deal found 3/3$631
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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.
dom. 11/911:50 amSAN - ATH
1 stop37h 40mMultiple Airlines
mié. 11/191:15 pmATH - SAN
2 stops30h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/3$633
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 11/311:50 amSAN - MAD
2 stops36h 45mMultiple Airlines
lun. 11/177:35 pmMAD - SAN
2 stops34h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/2$633
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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.
lun. 3/177:15 amSAN - FRA
2 stops18h 20mDelta
mar. 4/110:40 amFRA - SAN
1 stop17h 02mDelta
Deal found 3/3$634
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 4/112:35 pmSAN - LHR
1 stop15h 15mAir Canada
mar. 4/155:40 pmLHR - SAN
1 stop26h 08mAir Canada
Deal found 3/3$635
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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.
mié. 4/237:09 amSAN - LHR
2 stops15h 21mMultiple Airlines
mar. 5/66:30 amLHR - SAN
2 stops17h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/3$636
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/1. 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.
mar. 4/17:09 amSAN - MAD
2 stops14h 31mUnited Airlines
mar. 4/86:00 amMAD - SAN
2 stops20h 51mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/1$640

Find flights from San Diego to Europe within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego 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 marzo 3, 2025.

Fly from

San Diego

Fly to

Europe

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoAthens

SAN - ATH

SANATH

San Diego

mar. 4/1

9:30 pm-9:55 am

1 stop26h 25m

Athens Eleftherios V.

mar. 4/8

1:10 pm-8:16 pm

3 stops41h 06m

$608

San DiegoFrankfurt am Main

SAN - FRA

SANFRA

San Diego

lun. 3/17

7:15 am-9:00 am

2 stops17h 45m

Frankfurt am Main

mar. 4/1

11:00 am-8:38 pm

2 stops18h 38m

$622

San DiegoFrankfurt am Main

SAN - FRA

SANFRA

San Diego

mié. 3/26

12:40 pm-11:10 am

1 stop14h 30m

Frankfurt am Main

jue. 4/3

10:30 am-5:51 pm

1 stop16h 21m

$623

San DiegoFrankfurt am Main

SAN - FRA

SANFRA

San Diego

lun. 3/17

7:00 am-11:10 am

2 stops20h 10m

Frankfurt am Main

mar. 4/1

5:05 pm-11:48 am

1 stop27h 43m

$626

San DiegoMadrid

SAN - MAD

SANMAD

San Diego

mar. 4/1

4:25 pm-7:55 pm

2 stops18h 30m

Madrid Barajas

mar. 4/8

4:40 pm-11:28 pm

1 stop15h 48m

$626

San DiegoAthens

SAN - ATH

SANATH

San Diego

mar. 4/1

10:30 pm-7:40 am

1 stop23h 10m

Athens Eleftherios V.

mar. 4/8

10:30 am-11:47 pm

1 stop23h 17m

$631

San DiegoFrankfurt am Main

SAN - FRA

SANFRA

San Diego

lun. 3/17

7:15 am-9:35 am

2 stops18h 20m

Frankfurt am Main

mar. 4/1

10:40 am-6:42 pm

1 stop17h 02m

$634

San DiegoLondon

SAN - LHR

SANLHR

San Diego

mar. 4/1

12:35 pm-11:50 am

1 stop15h 15m

London Heathrow

mar. 4/15

5:40 pm-11:48 am

1 stop26h 08m

$635

San DiegoLondon

SAN - LHR

SANLHR

San Diego

mié. 4/23

7:09 am-6:30 am

2 stops15h 21m

London Heathrow

mar. 5/6

6:30 am-4:09 pm

2 stops17h 39m

$636

San DiegoMadrid

SAN - MAD

SANMAD

San Diego

mar. 4/1

7:09 am-6:40 am

2 stops14h 31m

Madrid Barajas

mar. 4/8

6:00 am-5:51 pm

2 stops20h 51m

$640

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Travel insights for flights from San Diego to Europe

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

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Europe (average of $523). Flying from San Diego to Europe in June is currently the most expensive (average of $981). 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 SAN to EU?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego 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 marzo 3, 2025.

When flying from San Diego to Europe, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 marzo 3, 2025.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,068 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,068 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,068 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Porter Airlines
7.9
Good
280 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,068 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

KLM
7.8
Good
1,322 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,068 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Air Transat
7.8
Good
382 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,068 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Finnair
7.6
Good
1,271 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,068 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Diego to Europe. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Diego to Europe?

    San Diego (SAN) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from San Diego to Europe. It is only a 2.6 mi journey to San Diego (SAN) from San Diego’s city center.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is JetBlue, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $324. However, be on the lookout for offers from Porter Airlines and WestJet, as they are both options that can get you from San Diego to Europe for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from San Diego to Europe?

    Most travelers choose San Diego - London Heathrow, San Diego - London Gatwick or San Diego - Munich Franz Josef Strauss when deciding on the best route from San Diego to Europe.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Diego to Europe?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego 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 San Diego to Europe?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Europe (average of $523). Flying from San Diego to Europe in June is currently the most expensive (average of $981). 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 San Diego to Europe

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from San Diego 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 marzo 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$500Average$908FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
WestJetCheapest$503Average$1,007FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
JetBlueCheapest$513Average$964FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$514Average$971FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
British AirwaysCheapest$514Average$929FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Air CanadaCheapest$515Average$959FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
IberiaCheapest$518Average$836FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$528Average$766FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
United AirlinesCheapest$529Average$963FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
LufthansaCheapest$534Average$940FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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