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Cheapest return flight
701 €
Typical prices: 1.042 €-1.195 €
Lufthansa
Wed 7.2.Sat 10.2.
SFO - LEJ • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
521 €
Typical prices: 468 €-979 €
Lufthansa
Fri 30.11.
SFO - LEJ • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between San Francisco and Leipzig. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
December
Cheapest • 7% price drop
July
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Istanbul (IST)
Cheapest • Avg 805 € (return)
Frankfurt am Main (FRA)
Shortest trip • 15h 22m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Leipzig (SFO-LEJ)

 
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Recent return flight deals from San Francisco to Leipzig

Sun, 7. Feb - Wed, 10. Feb
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14:45 - 18:00SFO  San Francisco-LEJ Leipzig/Halle
18h 15m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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6:10 - 12:35LEJ  Leipzig/Halle-SFO San Francisco
15h 25m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
701 €Lufthansa
Sun, 7. Feb - Wed, 10. Feb
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14:45 - 18:00SFO  San Francisco-LEJ Leipzig/Halle
18h 15m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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6:10 - 12:35LEJ  Leipzig/Halle-SFO San Francisco
15h 25m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
702 €Lufthansa
Sun, 7. Feb - Wed, 10. Feb
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21:40 - 23:15SFO  San Francisco-LEJ Leipzig/Halle
16h 35m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Frankfurt am Main
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6:10 - 12:35LEJ  Leipzig/Halle-SFO San Francisco
15h 25m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
718 €Lufthansa
Sun, 7. Feb - Wed, 10. Feb
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21:40 - 23:15SFO  San Francisco-LEJ Leipzig/Halle
16h 35m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Frankfurt am Main
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6:10 - 12:35LEJ  Leipzig/Halle-SFO San Francisco
15h 25m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
718 €Lufthansa
Sun, 7. Feb - Wed, 10. Feb
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8:25 - 9:45SFO  San Francisco-LEJ Leipzig/Halle
16h 20m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Frankfurt am Main
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6:10 - 10:32LEJ  Leipzig/Halle-SFO San Francisco
37h 22m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Vancouver Intl
725 €Air Canada
Sun, 7. Feb - Wed, 10. Feb
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8:25 - 9:45SFO  San Francisco-LEJ Leipzig/Halle
16h 20m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Frankfurt am Main
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6:10 - 10:32LEJ  Leipzig/Halle-SFO San Francisco
37h 22m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Vancouver Intl
726 €Air Canada
Sun, 7. Feb - Wed, 10. Feb
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6:01 - 9:45SFO  San Francisco-LEJ Leipzig/Halle
18h 44m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Frankfurt am Main
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6:10 - 12:35LEJ  Leipzig/Halle-SFO San Francisco
15h 25m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
726 €United Airlines
Wed, 2. Dec - Wed, 9. Dec
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14:45 - 23:15SFO  San Francisco-LEJ Leipzig/Halle
23h 30m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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6:10 - 12:35LEJ  Leipzig/Halle-SFO San Francisco
15h 25m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
767 €Lufthansa
Wed, 2. Dec - Wed, 9. Dec
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14:45 - 23:15SFO  San Francisco-LEJ Leipzig/Halle
23h 30m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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6:10 - 23:01LEJ  Leipzig/Halle-SFO San Francisco
25h 51m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Vancouver Intl
781 €Multiple Airlines
Wed, 2. Dec - Wed, 9. Dec
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8:25 - 18:30SFO  San Francisco-LEJ Leipzig/Halle
25h 05m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Vienna Intl
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6:10 - 16:06LEJ  Leipzig/Halle-SFO San Francisco
18h 56m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Vancouver Intl
795 €Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for San Francisco to Leipzig flights

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How much is a return flight from San Francisco to Leipzig?

Return flights from San Francisco to Leipzig typically range from 1.042 € to 1.195 €. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was 701 € on Lufthansa.

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Key details for San Francisco to Leipzig flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

521 €
Beat the crowds with an average 87% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 7% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from San Francisco to Leipzig

When to book flights from San Francisco to Leipzig

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Francisco to Leipzig based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your San Francisco to Leipzig flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from San Francisco to Leipzig?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from San Francisco to Leipzig.

  • How long is a flight from San Francisco to Leipzig?

    A direct flight from San Francisco to Leipzig takes 00m, covering 14.754 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from San Francisco to Leipzig?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a San Francisco to Leipzig flight?

    Return flights from San Francisco to Leipzig range from 1.042 € to 1.195 €, with an average of 1.049 € over the past 12 months. Anything below 1.042 € counts as a good deal.

  • How are flight prices from San Francisco to Leipzig looking right now?

    One-way fares from San Francisco to Leipzig are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about 571 €, which is 6% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ)?

    Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around 25 € for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Sixt
    • Europcar
    • FLIZZR
    • Avis
    • Budget

  • Which airports can I use when flying from San Francisco to Leipzig?

    Flights from San Francisco to Leipzig usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and arrive at Leipzig/Halle (LEJ).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from San Francisco to Leipzig pass through?

    Connecting flights from San Francisco to Leipzig most commonly pass through:

    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – 92% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 8% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Francisco to Leipzig?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 42% on flights from San Francisco to Leipzig. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at 805 € return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at 1.375 €, a difference of 570 €.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from San Francisco to Leipzig?

    Flying via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 15h 22m, compared to 31h 39m via Istanbul (IST).

  • What is the time difference between San Francisco and Leipzig?

    Leipzig is 9 hours ahead of San Francisco (Central European Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Leipzig?

    Some of the most popular sights in Leipzig are Zoo Leipzig, Leipziger Messe, and Gewandhaus. These are among the most viewed places in Leipzig on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking San Francisco to Leipzig flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Tuesday flights average 805 €, about 570 € less than Saturday fares (41% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Francisco to Leipzig trip for December. Fares historically average 980 € return in that month – typically 395 € less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).

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