Traveling from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know
Peak months like July or vacation times such as spring break and Thanksgiving will mean bigger waits at check-in and security. Be on the safe side and head to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of international flights is a wise move.
If you'd like a stopover for your flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to San Francisco International Airport, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' and explore your options. Here are the top stopovers between CGN and SFO:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
London Heathrow Airport
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
Before booking your cheap ticket from CGN to SFO, check whether you need a visa to enter United States. Visa and travel document requirements may vary and are updated often. For the latest information, get in touch with the nearest embassy or consulate of the country you're going to.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
C$550 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Cologne Bonn Airport to San Francisco International Airport. Return flights start from C$835. These prices may change based on demand.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap flight tickets from CGN to SFO. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Getting cheap flight tickets from Cologne Bonn Airport to San Francisco International Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices across every month and score a great deal.
Log into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. You'll get notified right away if there's a better deal on this route. It doesn't take long, and it'll save you time checking for cheap flight tickets from CGN to SFO every day.
Use filters to find the right trip for you. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Cologne Bonn Airport to San Francisco International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
The journey from central Cologne to Cologne Bonn Airport takes around 30 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 18 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a convenient hotel close to CGN? If you're boarding an early flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to San Francisco International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to San Francisco International Airport. Reserve one of these accommodation options near SFO instead:
Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco
San Francisco International Airport is approximately 21 kilometres from the center of San Francisco. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is around 20 minutes.
Getting to the center by public transport takes roughly 47 minutes.
When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to San Francisco International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit San Francisco. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in San Francisco is September, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 22ºC. Lock in your flights from Cologne Bonn Airport to San Francisco International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap flight tickets from CGN to SFO in January if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC and 16ºC on average.
More about San Francisco
Once you've booked your flights from CGN to SFO, you'll want to find somewhere to stay in San Francisco. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this exciting city:
All great vacations should include a little sightseeing. Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island and Lombard Street are among the things you can't miss in San Francisco.
Complete your San Francisco trip with hotels and a car rental
You've booked a cheap ticket to San Francisco International Airport — next on the list is finding a place to stay, and perhaps even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in San Francisco.
