Flight Routes from San Francisco to Cologne

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Flight distance
9,024 km
Time difference

Flight schedule from San Francisco (SFO) to Cologne (CGN)

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  1. September 13 – 19, 2026
  2. September 20 – 26, 2026
  3. Sep 27 – Oct 3, 2026
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      1 stopover
      1. Lufthansa

      Tips and tricks to help you find cheap flights from San Francisco to Cologne

      Favorite airline: Air Canada
      Most travelers looking for flights on the route from San Francisco to Cologne decide to book flights with Air Canada.
      Air Canada
      50 %
      British Airways
      20 %
      Lufthansa
      20 %
      Favourite connection: via Toronto and London Heathrow
      The most popular route is via Toronto and London Heathrow and is booked by 62 % of all travelers.
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      bookings
      2 stopovers Toronto - Lester B. Pearson International Airport London Heathrow
      28h 10min, from 835 $
      62 %
      1 stopover Munich
      16h 50min, from 829 $
      25 %
      1 stopover London Heathrow
      20h 45min, from 827 $
      12 %

      Important flight information

      Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

      How long is the flight from San Francisco to Cologne?
      The route from San Francisco to Cologne is served by connecting flights with one stop. These typically take around 37 hours 35 minutes, depending on the layover time and the connection chosen. If travel time matters to you, look especially for connections with a short layover.
      Are there nonstop flights from San Francisco to Cologne?
      No, there are currently no nonstop flights from San Francisco to Cologne. However, you can reach Cologne with a one-stop connecting flight. Allow extra travel time for the connection and pay close attention to the length of the layover.
      Which airlines fly from San Francisco to Cologne?
      Flights from San Francisco to Cologne are available with one stop, operated by, among others, Turkish Airlines (via Istanbul) and Lufthansa (via Munich). When comparing options, look beyond the fare and consider the total travel time and the length of the layover.

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      Departure airport Airport San Francisco International Airport, CA (SFO)
      Arrival airport Airport Cologne (Koeln)-Bonn (CGN)
      Destination country Flights to Germany
      Departure airport - Destination country San Francisco International Airport, CA - Germany
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