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$311+ Cheap flights from Europe to San Francisco (SFO)

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 5/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPH — SFO
Apr 5 — Apr 121
Sat 4/5
Sat 4/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Europe to San Francisco

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Europe to San Francisco flight deals. Data was last updated March 31, 2025.

Round-trip from

$439
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$311
(Trip.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$686

Good round-trip deal

$547 or less

Good one-way deal

$389 or less
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Cheapest flights from Europe to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Europe to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 31, 2025.

This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/257:00 pmBCN - SFO
1 stop30h 30mScandinavian Airlines
Fri 10/177:40 pmSFO - BCN
2 stops30h 00mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 3/30$439
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/1712:55 pmMAD - SFO
1 stop36h 35mScandinavian Airlines
Wed 9/247:40 pmSFO - MAD
1 stop31h 30mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 3/30$459
This TAP AIR PORTUGAL deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 TAP AIR PORTUGAL is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/268:10 pmBCN - SFO
1 stop27h 25mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Tue 9/96:45 pmSFO - BCN
2 stops21h 45mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 3/30$474
This Billigflug deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 Billigflug is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/163:45 pmMUC - SFO
1 stop15h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 4/201:45 pmSFO - MUC
Nonstop11h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/31$493
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/111:50 amMUC - SFO
1 stop32h 15mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/122:00 pmSFO - MUC
1 stop33h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/30$495
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/247:00 amMUC - SFO
1 stop14h 40mLufthansa
Wed 5/71:45 pmSFO - MUC
Nonstop11h 20mLufthansa
Deal found 3/30$501
This Flysmarter deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 Flysmarter is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/2511:50 amMUC - SFO
2 stops18h 31mAir Canada
Tue 5/68:15 amSFO - MUC
1 stop16h 45mAir Canada
Deal found 3/31$502
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/26:00 amBCN - SFO
1 stop19h 10mSWISS
Fri 5/92:00 pmSFO - BCN
1 stop33h 50mSWISS
Deal found 3/30$503
This Flysmarter deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Flysmarter is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/137:25 amMUC - SFO
1 stop15h 25mBritish Airways
Sat 10/115:00 pmSFO - MUC
2 stops21h 15mBritish Airways
Deal found 3/30$503
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/129:10 amMUC - SFO
1 stop20h 19mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/3012:50 pmSFO - MUC
2 stops25h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/31$508
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Thu 4/249:25 amMUC - SFO
2 stops22h 13mDelta
Wed 5/71:45 pmSFO - MUC
2 stops18h 45mDelta
Deal found 3/30$510
This Billigflug deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 Billigflug is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/145:10 pmFRA - SFO
1 stop27h 18mMultiple Airlines
Sun 4/2712:08 amSFO - FRA
1 stop21h 22mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/31$514

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from Europe to San Francisco 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 March 31, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Europe to San Francisco that are best for you.

Fly from

Europe

Fly to

San Francisco

Route

Depart

Return

Price

BarcelonaSan Francisco

BCN - SFO

BCNSFO

Barcelona-El Prat

Thu 9/25

7:00 pm-4:30 pm

1 stop30h 30m

San Francisco

Fri 10/17

7:40 pm-10:40 am

2 stops30h 00m

$439

MadridSan Francisco

MAD - SFO

MADSFO

Madrid Barajas

Tue 8/26

12:55 pm-4:30 pm

1 stop36h 35m

San Francisco

Sat 9/6

7:40 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop31h 30m

$445

BarcelonaSan Francisco

BCN - SFO

BCNSFO

Barcelona-El Prat

Tue 8/26

8:10 pm-2:35 pm

1 stop27h 25m

San Francisco

Tue 9/9

6:45 pm-1:30 am

2 stops21h 45m

$474

MunichSan Francisco

MUC - SFO

MUCSFO

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Wed 4/16

3:45 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop15h 05m

San Francisco

Sun 4/20

1:45 pm-10:05 am

Nonstop11h 20m

$493

MunichSan Francisco

MUC - SFO

MUCSFO

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Thu 5/1

11:50 am-11:05 am

1 stop32h 15m

San Francisco

Mon 5/12

2:00 pm-8:15 am

1 stop33h 15m

$495

MunichSan Francisco

MUC - SFO

MUCSFO

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Thu 4/24

8:00 am-12:40 pm

1 stop13h 40m

San Francisco

Wed 5/7

1:05 pm-12:30 pm

1 stop14h 25m

$501

MunichSan Francisco

MUC - SFO

MUCSFO

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Fri 4/25

11:50 am-9:21 pm

2 stops18h 31m

San Francisco

Tue 5/6

8:15 am-10:00 am

1 stop16h 45m

$502

BarcelonaSan Francisco

BCN - SFO

BCNSFO

Barcelona-El Prat

Fri 5/2

6:00 am-4:10 pm

1 stop19h 10m

San Francisco

Fri 5/9

2:00 pm-8:50 am

1 stop33h 50m

$503

MunichSan Francisco

MUC - SFO

MUCSFO

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Sat 9/13

7:25 am-1:50 pm

1 stop15h 25m

San Francisco

Sat 10/11

5:00 pm-11:15 pm

2 stops21h 15m

$503

MunichSan Francisco

MUC - SFO

MUCSFO

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Fri 9/12

9:10 am-8:29 pm

1 stop20h 19m

San Francisco

Tue 9/30

12:50 pm-11:15 pm

2 stops25h 25m

$508

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Best time to book a flight from Europe to San Francisco

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Europe to San Francisco

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Europe to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Europe to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $393). 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 EU to SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Europe to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 31, 2025.

When flying from Europe to San Francisco, 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 San Francisco by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Francisco by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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 San Francisco. Reviews last updated March 31, 2025.
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
61 reviews

Boarding

8.7

Food

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

9.1

Overall

8.7

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

Boarding

8.7

Food

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

9.1

Overall

8.7

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
7,899 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
61 reviews

Boarding

8.7

Food

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

9.1

Overall

8.7

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
1,321 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
61 reviews

Boarding

8.7

Food

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

9.1

Overall

8.7

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.
LOT
7.6
Good
1,065 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
61 reviews

Boarding

8.7

Food

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

9.1

Overall

8.7

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Europe to San Francisco. 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 into for flights to San Francisco from Europe?

    San Francisco (SFO) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Europe to San Francisco. It is only a 11.8 mi journey from San Francisco (SFO) to San Francisco’s city center.

  • How popular is this Europe to San Francisco flight route?

    This flight path from Europe to San Francisco was viewed by 1 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with WestJet, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $311. French Bee flights start at $378 while deals on TAP AIR PORTUGAL start at $383 one-way.

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

    While some choose either London Heathrow - San Francisco or Frankfurt am Main - San Francisco, Paris Charles de Gaulle - San Francisco is the most popular route from Europe to San Francisco.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Europe to San Francisco?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Europe to San Francisco? While on average our users pay $799, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $527. The most popular route (Paris Charles de Gaulle - San Francisco), is priced around $462.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Europe to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Europe to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $393). 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 Europe to San Francisco

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Europe to San Francisco. 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 March 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$270Average$690FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SWISSCheapest$361Average$784FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$370Average$759FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
British AirwaysCheapest$381Average$721FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
FinnairCheapest$382Average$625FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
KLMCheapest$402Average$798FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
LEVELCheapest$405Average$713FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air FranceCheapest$411Average$982FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
TAP AIR PORTUGALCheapest$413Average$712FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
French BeeCheapest$421Average$556FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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