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Cheapest return flight
480 €
Typical prices: 595 €-855 €
Scandinavian Airlines
Mon 19.11.Sun 2.12.
HAJ - SFO • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
588 €
Typical prices: 661 €-911 €
Lufthansa
Tue 6.11.Tue 13.11.
FRA - SFO • Direct
Direct flights
You can fly direct with United Airlines, Lufthansa, and Condor. Average duration is 11h 44m
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Most flights • 21 per week
Best reviews • 7,4 score
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Cheapest • 11% average savings
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 5 weeks in advance save around 6% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheap Flights to San Francisco

 
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent return flight deals to San Francisco

Thu, 19. Nov - Wed, 2. Dec
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10:20 - 14:50Hannover  Hannover-San Francisco San Francisco
13h 30m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
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16:45 - 18:50San Francisco  San Francisco-Hannover Hannover
17h 05m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
480 €Scandinavian Airlines
3+ days ago
Fri, 12. Feb - Thu, 4. Mar
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10:25 - 14:50Stuttgart  Stuttgart Echterdingen-San Francisco San Francisco
13h 25m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
16:45 - 19:35San Francisco  San Francisco-Stuttgart Stuttgart Echterdingen
17h 50m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
487 €Scandinavian Airlines
3+ days ago
Mon, 8. Mar - Thu, 18. Mar
Lufthansa Logo
6:20 - 12:35Düsseldorf  Duesseldorf Intl-San Francisco San Francisco
15h 15m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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22:40 - 22:40San Francisco  San Francisco-Düsseldorf Duesseldorf Intl
16h 00m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
538 €Lufthansa
3+ days ago
Thu, 12. Nov - Thu, 26. Nov
British Airways Logo
6:45 - 14:55Hamburg  Hamburg-San Francisco San Francisco
17h 10m1 stop London Heathrow
British Airways Logo
8:47 - 18:05San Francisco  San Francisco-Hamburg Hamburg
24h 18m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl London Heathrow
538 €British Airways
3+ days ago
Fri, 11. Dec - Tue, 29. Dec
British Airways Logo
18:55 - 14:55Hamburg  Hamburg-San Francisco San Francisco
29h 00m1 stop London Heathrow
British Airways Logo
17:25 - 17:35San Francisco  San Francisco-Hamburg Hamburg
15h 10m1 stop London Heathrow
538 €British Airways
2 days ago
Mon, 9. Nov - Wed, 25. Nov
Air France Logo
6:00 - 12:55Hamburg  Hamburg-San Francisco San Francisco
15h 55m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
Air France Logo
15:10 - 15:00San Francisco  San Francisco-Hamburg Hamburg
14h 50m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
539 €Air France
3+ days ago
Tue, 22. Dec - Wed, 30. Dec
American Airlines Logo
6:10 - 14:55Hamburg  Hamburg-San Francisco San Francisco
17h 45m1 stop London Heathrow
American Airlines Logo
16:03 - 18:45San Francisco  San Francisco-Hamburg Hamburg
17h 42m2 stops Los Angeles London Heathrow
539 €American Airlines
2 days ago
Fri, 18. Dec - Tue, 5. Jan
Lufthansa Logo
6:20 - 16:05Düsseldorf  Duesseldorf Intl-San Francisco San Francisco
18h 45m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
Lufthansa Logo
21:40 - 22:40San Francisco  San Francisco-Düsseldorf Duesseldorf Intl
16h 00m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
540 €Lufthansa
3+ days ago
Tue, 22. Dec - Sun, 3. Jan
American Airlines Logo
6:10 - 14:55Hamburg  Hamburg-San Francisco San Francisco
17h 45m1 stop London Heathrow
American Airlines Logo
20:35 - 14:55San Francisco  San Francisco-Hamburg Hamburg
33h 20m1 stop London Heathrow
541 €American Airlines
2 days ago
Thu, 5. Nov - Mon, 9. Nov
Air France Logo
6:15 - 11:45Bremen  Bremen-San Francisco San Francisco
14h 30m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
Air France Logo
13:50 - 22:00San Francisco  San Francisco-Bremen Bremen
23h 10m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
551 €Air France
3+ days ago
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for flights to San Francisco

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

What is the cheapest flight to San Francisco?

Hannover to San Francisco is the cheapest route at 480 € return, found in the past 5 days on KAYAK. Hamburg to San Francisco is the most popular connection with return deals from 538 €.

How much is a flight to San Francisco?

On average, a return flight from Germany to San Francisco costs 706 €, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months. Return fares from Berlin average 642 €, while Hamburg runs a bit higher at 644 €.

What is the cheapest day to fly to San Francisco?

Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly to San Francisco at 709 € return on average over the past 12 months on KAYAK. Sunday is the most expensive at 764 €.

What is the cheapest month to fly to San Francisco?

•February is the cheapest month to fly to San Francisco with an average price of 639 € return.
•December (780 €) and July (773 €) are the most expensive.
•Based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to San Francisco?

Night flights to San Francisco are the cheapest at 608 € return on average. Afternoon flights are the most expensive at 754 €.

What is a good deal for flights to San Francisco?

Flights under 595 € are considered a good deal. 25% of KAYAK users found return flights to San Francisco at or below these prices, with the lowest fares from:
•Berlin 562 €
•Duesseldorf Intl Airport 562 €
•Hannover 572 €.

When are flights to San Francisco the cheapest?

Flights to San Francisco are cheapest 5 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 6% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for flights to San Francisco

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

325 €
Beat the crowds with an average 36% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 52% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Berlin to San Francisco

When to book flights to San Francisco

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel to San Francisco based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Flights to San Francisco: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travellers who flew to San Francisco 
SabineFlew with Condor-Oct 2026
maybe bring a pillow or some thing to sit on. The seats weren't that comfy.
Verified travelerFlew with Lufthansa-May 2026
I didn’t receive email with the reminder to check in 24 hours before the flight. It would be helpful to get reminders to check in and emails with info/updates with the gate number. I do appreciate emails confirming that the luggage was dropped off. It’s disappointing that it’s impossible to choose a seat without having to pay a free. The check on luggage free is quite high too. It’s Unfortunate airlines charge to check in a luggage.

Your questions about flights to San Francisco, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • How do I know if a flight to San Francisco is a good deal?

    A good deal on a flight to San Francisco is around 595 € return. This fare is in the lowest 25% of return flight prices searched on KAYAK, averaged across the cities most often searched as origins by KAYAK users.

  • How long are direct flights to San Francisco from different departure cities?

    Direct flight time to San Francisco varies depending on your departure city:

    • From Frankfurt am Main Airport: 11h 15m
    • From Munich: 11h 30m

  • Which city has the cheapest flights to San Francisco?

    Based on fares booked in the past 5 days, the cheapest flights to San Francisco are from Düsseldorf, starting at 538 € return.

  • How expensive are last-minute flights to San Francisco?

    Last-minute fares to San Francisco (booked within two weeks of departure) are typically 3% higher than the average return fare of 706 €.

  • What is the difference between the most popular and the most frequent airline at San Francisco?

    United Airlines operates the most flights from Germany to San Francisco at 21 per week, while Lufthansa is the airline most often selected by KAYAK users searching for flights from Germany to San Francisco. The two are often different because flight volume reflects an airline's schedule, while popularity reflects traveller choice.

  • Which airlines should I consider for flights to San Francisco?

  • How many flights serve San Francisco?

    San Francisco receives 5 flights per day and 35 per week from across the world. Frankfurt am Main Airport has the most flights to San Francisco with 21 weekly flights.

Your guide to booking San Francisco flights

From booking to airport arrival, find tips to help you plan your flight with more confidence.
  • For the best chance at a low fare to San Francisco, book around 5 weeks before departure. Based on KAYAK data from the last 12 months, fares are historically about 6% lower during this window than last-minute fares.
  • For flights to San Francisco, a good return fare is around 595 €. If you find a fare below that, you're getting a strong deal.
  • If your travel dates are flexible, consider flying to San Francisco in February. Return fares historically average 639 €, making February the cheapest month to travel based on KAYAK data from the last 12 months.
  • Before you book:

    • Check the route's typical price range so you can spot a deal.
    • Confirm baggage fees and seat selection costs on budget carriers.
    • Verify whether you need any travel documents beyond an ID.
    • Pick a departure airport, since your nearest may not be the cheapest origin.
  • Shift your departure to evening to save up to 145 € on a return flight. Evening flights to San Francisco average 608 € compared to 754 € for midday flights.
  • Bag allowances vary by airline, fare type, cabin class, and route. On flights to San Francisco, some airlines may include bags at no extra cost. For example, Lufthansa includes a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class, United Airlines includes a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class, and Condor includes a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class. Always check the fare details before booking, since bag policies can change by ticket type.
  • Once you arrive in San Francisco, a few great places to start are Fisherman's Wharf, Lombard Street, and Union Square. These are popular with first-time visitors and can give you a good feel for the area.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying to San Francisco

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with to San Francisco? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7,4
Scandinavian AirlinesOverall score based on 2022 reviews
6,8Food
8,1Crew
6,8Entertainment
7,7Boarding
7,4Comfort
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My biggest recurring disappointment is that I buy a pre-assihned seat while pucrhasing the ticket and then when checking in it disappeared and I have to buy it again. That's very disappointing and actually a reason I will actively avoid SAS in the future

6,0 GoodAnonymous, Oct 2026
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My biggest recurring disappointment is that I buy a pre-assihned seat while pucrhasing the ticket and then when checking in it disappeared and I have to buy it again. That's very disappointing and actually a reason I will actively avoid SAS in the future

More movie options More friendly responds to passengers requests More stops from crew inside airplane

Payed $140 xtra for seat arrangement Did not get the preselected seats neiter outbound nor inbound. Absolutely not worth the xtra money

not good missed my connection SAS did not leave me anywhere near enough time to make my connection. Ended up adding about 10 hours to my travel day

Overall a great experience. I didn’t like that they didn’t assign seats until we arrived at airport. All the employees we interacted with at the airport and on the flight were kind and helpful.

Since our earlier flight was delayed, we missed this flight and were rerouted on Lufthansa 2 days later.

Cut out the nickel and dime pricing for "seat selection" and baggage, To do this on an international flight is just mind boggling. Seriously, why treat customers this way??? Nobody wants these hidden extra fees and everybody hates them. Also plane was too warm and no air vent, and water dripped from the ceiling at one point,

Maybe more diverse entertainment. Although the inflight cameras were amazing 10/10

I upgraded to economy plus and it’s so worth the price. The crew is exceptional and the food is pretty decent. I would definitely fly with them again.

I paid for wifi and it worked about a total of 5 min. Feel ripped off

premium economy is expensive but worth it for the comfort and food on a long flight

United was excellent. We had very good experience flying the carrier. Certainly. We will opt to fly them for sure. Lufthansa is out.

Crew was great! Good meals. Had room to stretch out

Meals were poor and service rendered on return flight was mediocre as compared to the flight we took to Germany earlier where the attendants were more attentive, energetic, and mindful of passengers' needs. Thumbs up to crew of UA 58. Thumbs down to UA 59..

We got to get extended leg room in Econ plus that was great. It was nice having our own dietary needs met with our meals, and the connecting flights had it as well. Only negative were the seats my bottom was/is really sore after a ten plus hour flight. Those seats are horrible, understandable for as many people use them. So we are going to purchase a gel seat pad.

I would’ve liked to have made that flight so I didn’t have to go to Munich and have a 24 hour travel day

Great service; lots of water offered, frequent trash cleanup; tasty food

The food was bad . I didn’t like it . And also my baggage was lost in my first stop

The plane was diverted to San Jose (original destination was SFO) due to weather conditions and we have been waiting inside the aircraft for 4 hours to get refuelled. Apparently the airport was refusing to refuel us or something like that. We are still inside the aircraft and have been travelling for over 24h. Very bad experience.

I just stated the issue with the seat assignment in the previous post

The flight from FRA to SFO was uncomfortable. The crew allowed people to change seats after boarding finished, but then made some people move back to their seats but not others, which resulted in my wife and I having to sit in two middle seats for an 11 hour flight. The entertainment system was not working well throughout the flight, and stopped working completely around hour 8.

The seats on Lufthansa’s international business class on the A350-900 is the worst product in the market. Our chief purser was AMAZING though. She is the best FA I have had in many years.

Generally good. Not their fault but the design of the Boeing 747 had seating supports directly in line with my legs. So my legs always had to straddle this support which caused body misallignment. Such poor design from Boeing. There was no USB port for me to charge my phone. The screen touch control was very poor.

Never happened. Flight was delayed. Had to be re rojyed

I was very happy with everything, thank you for the smooth flight ✈️

Entertainment system is old. Food can be tastier Need to provide toothbrush and toothpaste at least when asked.

This was the best carrier, comfort, service, good food, on time experience on a long haul flight. New, clean, quiet, smooth aircraft!!!

The plane was clean and the staff courteous and professional. The seat bottom was uncomfortable but only after many hours. It had a pressure point that left me a small bruise on my right leg (very surprising). The pasta was terrible (hard on the edges sticking out and soggy on the bottom edges) but I guess that's how it comes out in a microwave (?). The entertainment was glitching and shutting off every 20 minutes or so but, in the end, we made it home safely with very little turbulence and that's what really matters.

Would never fly lauffthabsa again. Seats were way too crowded together....very uncomfortable le

Poor. Flight was late. We were locked inside the gate area with no way to leave to get some food or a decent meal. No seating. No information from Lufthansa all along. Very bad

I ended up upgrading to business class. They use Seat Boost and even though I was the highest bidder at 900 Euros, they decline my offer. When I got to the Gate, I asked if I could upgrade and they said yest for 1300 Euros.

Frankfurt to San Francisco The Site would not let me Upgrade luggage ( paid extra at the airport Had to pay for seats but did not receive those seats Had to pay extra to check in at counter (since I could not upgrade on the app) $25 a person. Unfriendly staff- bordering on rude Check in in San Francisco (to Frankfurt) was smooth, courteous and no extra charges for seats or check in

Condor's computers do not work. They do not leave enough time to catch a connecting flight. Condor had to book passengers on a different airline to make their destination. They lost my niece and nephew's luggage. The bathroom had pee all over it before the flight took off.

Premium economy meant only extended legroom and when the passenger in front of me leaned back, I lost the little space I paid for. Food was not great. Movie selection is okay. Feels somewhere between a mainstream and a budget airline.

The jet is quiet but the food is uneatable and the new seats are horrible .One cannot find comfort on them. When do airlines learn that there is a better service for your clients. Go to a flying wing design save fuel offer a human seat where your arm does not interfere with your neighbor . Provide food that tastes good and offer free drinks

One of the female flight attendants had an attitude. The snack toward the end was pretty bad. My husband and I were both sick the next two days.

Crew was very responsive to give soft drinks etc.. At Frankfurt Airport Special Assistance did a great job for us. The seat cushions were simply bad and not up to the mark for Premium Economy which we chose. All the cushions from Business to Economy were poor. Also, any snack besides lunch and breakfast, you have to purchase including chips and chocolate. It is simply cheap. I don't think I will fly Condor anytime soon

It would be nice to have a cleaner facility, it was hard to access it. It was always full of people working in that space. The covers and especially the matt of bad quality and old. Many times reused. I would not use it. Food: the bread rolls were old, and food had strange choices. Chicken was terrible.

The cabin staff was very friendly and attentive. The plane was modern and fairly quiet in flight. The video screens are large and of high quality, and I liked that the documentary movie "Anselm" was available for watching.

Because of luggage I had to upgrade to premium economy , which was worth it!

We never made this flight due to the flight from Barcelona being delayed, which I have reviewed in a separate review. But I can tell you that the Delta Airlines flight that did get us home, I am extremely happy with them and their crew. The only one person that I would praise within the entire part of BA is the girl I spoke to in the call center in India. Who completely understood, was dedicated to a resolution and was a complete realist in the situation. Unlike some of the people who don’t care about the human element and stick you on a flight whenever. She got us home.

Generally very good. I think their service is better than some other big names I used to travel with. Their food variety is second to none - and you can place order beforehand. Their seating design is a bit awkward for service, I'd say. Flight attendants must be tall enough - long legs and arms - to reach the window seat passenger while crossing over the isle passenger. Also appreciated the variety on entertainment.

Lovely big plane. Excellent take off and landing. Cabin crew were so nice. Flight in time no delays

The crew has always been great on BA. They are very friendly and accommodating. I like that they have vegetarian options already in the menu. And the free wine is a nice perk.) I noticed (both directions of my trip) minor upgrades/ replacements needed on the plane itself (touch screen didn't work with touch; bathroom light didn't go on). However, this is one of my favorite airlines.

There was a delay for the San Francisco-London flight, but we were all informed via text and email. The staff was very friendly and nice and the food was good. I do recommend that the airline offer something without eggs or something vegan for the vegetarian meal option. A lot of Indians are lacto-vegetarian, while some could be allergic to eggs/dairy.

Audi visual not working for a whole group of seats in first class. How does a plane leave the main hub in such poor condition? How much that we can’t see so immediately is also compromised?

main meals are horrible but then you dont fly for the food

Great flight. One unique individual assisting in business class who should have not been there. Need more generic meals, not British centric.

It was good although our flight to the UK was cancelled and rescheduled for two days later. This was after we were already seated on the plane. We missed the first leg of our trip. BA did put us up at a hotel and paid for our meals but we lost our hotel costs in Glasgow.

I am a 25+ years American Airlines member. British Airways is simply above and beyond in every customer satisfaction category.

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