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Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Hamburg that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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5:24 pm - 9:20 pmSFO-HAM
18h 56m2 stops
8:30 am - 2:55 pmHAM-SFO
15h 25m1 stop
mar., jun. 4 - mar., jun. 18
5:24 pm - 9:20 pmSFO-HAM
18h 56m2 stops
2:00 pm - 11:59 pmHAM-SFO
18h 59m2 stops
mar., jun. 4 - mar., jun. 18
7:30 am - 8:20 pmSFO-HAM
27h 50m2 stops
4:30 pm - 3:50 pmHAM-SFO
32h 20m1 stop
dom., jul. 28 - sáb., ago. 24
2:41 pm - 10:00 amSFO-HAM
34h 19m2 stops
6:40 pm - 1:50 pmHAM-SFO
28h 10m1 stop
mié., jun. 5 - lun., jun. 17
6:41 pm - 2:05 pmSFO-HAM
34h 24m2 stops
8:45 am - 2:20 pmHAM-SFO
14h 35m1 stop
$1,005United Airlines
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sáb., jul. 27 - dom., ago. 25
6:41 pm - 2:05 pmSFO-HAM
34h 24m2 stops
7:15 am - 2:20 pmHAM-SFO
16h 05m1 stop
$1,007United Airlines
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sáb., jul. 27 - dom., ago. 25
9:05 pm - 8:30 pmSFO-HAM
14h 25m1 stop
7:00 am - 12:40 pmHAM-SFO
14h 40m1 stop
$1,325Lufthansa
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mar., jul. 16 - mar., jul. 30
11:26 am - 4:35 pmSFO-HAM
20h 09m2 stops
6:00 am - 2:45 pmHAM-SFO
17h 45m1 stop
$1,358TAP AIR PORTUGAL
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mar., jun. 4 - lun., jun. 17
4:20 pm - 10:10 pmSFO-HAM
20h 50m1 stop
1:45 pm - 2:35 pmHAM-SFO
33h 50m1 stop
$1,380TAP AIR PORTUGAL
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vie., jul. 19 - sáb., ago. 3
5:40 pm - 10:45 amSFO-HAM
32h 05m2 stops
6:30 am - 3:50 pmHAM-SFO
18h 20m1 stop
$1,518Scandinavian Airlines
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lun., jun. 3 - sáb., jun. 22

Flights from San Francisco to Hamburg - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from San Francisco to Hamburg to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Hamburg?

The average price of all flights from San Francisco to Hamburg clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
If you are looking for a flight deal from San Francisco to Hamburg, look for departures on Sundays and avoid leaving on a Friday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from Hamburg, Friday is the cheapest day to fly and Tuesday is the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Hamburg?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from San Francisco to Hamburg, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from San Francisco to Hamburg is November, where tickets cost $634 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and July, where the average cost of tickets is $1,376 and $1,370 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Francisco to Hamburg?

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from San Francisco to Hamburg, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.
To get a below average price on the flight from San Francisco to Hamburg, you should book around 1 day before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 34 days before departure.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Hamburg?

The cheapest price for the route for each airline clicked by KAYAK users in the last 72 hours.
The best deals for a one-way ticket found by KAYAK users over the last 3 days were on TAP AIR PORTUGAL ($523) and Scandinavian Airlines ($546). The cheapest round-trip tickets were found on Delta ($974) and Air France ($1,004).

Good to know

Low season

January

High season

December

Cheapest flight

$341
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 29% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 11% increase in price.
Flight from San Francisco to Hamburg

When to book flights from San Francisco to Hamburg

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Francisco to Hamburg based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from San Francisco to Hamburg

  • How can I fly from San Francisco to Hamburg?

    Flights from San Francisco to Hamburg involve layovers, with common connections in cities such as Frankfurt, Amsterdam, London, Copenhagen, and Reykjavik. Layover durations vary depending on airlines and schedules. Check with airlines or travel agencies for current flight options and details.

  • What transportation options are available from the Hamburg Airport to the city?

    Hamburg Airport offers taxi services from reputable companies such as Hansa-Taxi and MyTaxi, providing reliable transportation options for passengers. Regarding bus services, HVV (Hamburger Verkehrsverbund) operates regular bus lines connecting the airport with various locations in Hamburg, making it a convenient and affordable choice for travellers.

  • Are there any special services for kids from San Francisco to Hamburg?

    Airlines operating from San Francisco to Hamburg, such as Lufthansa, United Airlines, Air France, and British Airways, offer special services for kids. These may include dedicated children's meals, entertainment options, and assistance with stroller storage. Additionally, some airlines provide priority boarding and amenities to make the travel experience more enjoyable for families with children.

  • Can I bring my pet on the flight from San Francisco to Hamburg?

    Different airlines have different pet policies for flights from San Francisco to Hamburg. Lufthansa allows pets to travel in the cabin or as checked baggage, but certain restrictions and fees apply. It is recommended to contact the airline directly to get detailed information about their specific pet services, requirements, and any additional fees involved.

  • What is the cheapest flight from San Francisco to Hamburg?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from San Francisco to Hamburg was $341 for a one-way ticket and $869 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between San Francisco and Hamburg?

    Yes, you’ll need a passport to travel to Hamburg from San Francisco.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from San Francisco to Hamburg?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from San Francisco to Hamburg?

    Star Alliance, oneworld, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between San Francisco and Hamburg, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • What is the most popular layover when flying to Hamburg from San Francisco?

    Copenhagen is the most popular layover city among KAYAK users traveling from San Francisco to Hamburg.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from San Francisco to Hamburg, Delta or SWISS?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from San Francisco to Hamburg are Delta and SWISS. With an average price for the route of $1,011 and an overall rating of 8.0, Delta is the most popular choice. SWISS is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $1,453 and an overall rating of 7.8.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from San Francisco to Hamburg?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from San Francisco to Hamburg.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from San Francisco to Hamburg?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Hamburg from San Francisco is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from San Francisco to Hamburg?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Hamburg with an airline and back to San Francisco with another airline. Booking your flights between San Francisco and HAM can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from San Francisco to Hamburg?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Hamburg from San Francisco up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Top tips for finding a cheap flight from SFO to Hamburg

  • Lufthansa allows one carry-on bag up to 17 lbs and one checked bag up to 50 lbs in economy class. United Airlines permits one carry-on bag up to 20 lbs and charges for checked baggage. Air France allows one carry-on bag up to 26 lbs and offers options for paid checked baggage. British Airways permits one carry-on bag up to 50 lbs and charges for checked baggage.
  • US citizens traveling from San Francisco to Hamburg for tourism or business purposes do not need a visa for stays of up to 90 days within a 180-day period. However, checking the latest visa requirements and regulations before your trip is always advisable to ensure a smooth travel experience.
  • Familiarize yourself with common layover cities for specific airlines on the San Francisco (SFO) to Hamburg (HAM) route. Lufthansa often has layovers in Frankfurt or Munich, while United Airlines may have layovers in cities like Newark or Chicago. Air France frequently has layovers in Paris, and British Airways commonly has layovers in London. Knowing these common layover cities can help you plan your journey more efficiently.
  • Lufthansa, United Airlines, Air France, and British Airways operate flights from San Francisco to Hamburg. Lufthansa offers premium economy, business class, and first-class options, while United Airlines provides economy, premium economy, business class, and first class. Air France offers economy, premium economy, business class, and La Première (first class), and British Airways provides economy, premium economy, business class, and first-class options.
  • Consider airlines such as Lufthansa, United Airlines, Air France, and British Airways, which prioritize reducing carbon emissions and promoting environmental sustainability. These airlines have implemented various initiatives to minimize their environmental impacts, such as investing in fuel-efficient aircraft, carbon offset programs, and sustainable practices.
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Top 5 airlines serving from San Francisco to Hamburg

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from San Francisco to Hamburg. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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7.4
Scandinavian AirlinesOverall score based on 1422 reviews
6.8Food
7.7Boarding
7.3Comfort
6.7Entertainment
8.1Crew
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TERRIBLE! Staff was unfriendly, rude, and demeaning. One flight attendant touched me to grab the complimentary blanket off my neck because I couldn't take it home, while a bunch of other people took theirs home. I have never been so ill treated. I am not happy at all. And flight was delayed, no information until short notice for everything. Lost an entire day at my destination. I expect a full refund for that experience. Never will fly with them EVER again

2.0 MediocreAnonymous, Apr 2024BOS - CPH
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TERRIBLE! Staff was unfriendly, rude, and demeaning. One flight attendant touched me to grab the complimentary blanket off my neck because I couldn't take it home, while a bunch of other people took theirs home. I have never been so ill treated. I am not happy at all. And flight was delayed, no information until short notice for everything. Lost an entire day at my destination. I expect a full refund for that experience. Never will fly with them EVER again

My return flight has been changed to JFK from EWR without any notice or reason

I had economy plus and it’s definitely worth the price. The seats are so comfortable, so much space, great large TV screens, and you get fed often. Really decent food (although other fish was overcooked.) They do need better movie choices. The crew is the best. Super friendly and accommodating. So much better than most American run Airlines.

They lost my luggage. Tromso in winter without warm clothes is not fun.

The flight was on time and loading was fine. I really disliked that all drinks other than coffee or tea had a cost. Deplaning was also an issue as people did not wait for those in front of them to get out before they pushed forward

Flight was delayed 3 hours. Pilot cancelled flight under 4 people volunteered to change their seats to economy from business class.

Overall, this flight team did a fantastic job. They came often with the water, coffee and tea. There was no meal choice in coach, but the lasagna lunch was decent. The sandwich snack just before landing was tasty. The baggage bins were large, so no trouble holding carry on luggage.

Last minute cancelation, though a substitute flight was found I could not pick my meal or seat. The hotel offered didn't have working air control or shower.

My seat was not the one I paid for, the crew was very curt, and the cabin was extremely warm.

Old plane with terrible business class seats - good food and service. Boarding was a joke with business class boarding last.

Hated every minute of it. This flight should have only taken 1.5hrs but was delayed over 10hours. Now I am being told I cannot be compensated or refunded my ticket price or extra leg room, which I purchased but did not receive, because the airline is throwing the blame on the 3rd party I purchased tickets through and 3rd party putting the blame on airline. No one wants to help. They received their money and that's all they care about. Im going on 3 days of still trying to get to my final destination, had to cancel car rental, car insurance and hotel. Currently staying in airport until hotels open up. Thank you Lufthansa, Kayak, Underpricer and United for making this trip the worst ever.

Crew was great and did their best to make us comfortable and captain came out at the beginning to announce why the flight was delayed, weather situation up ahead, and kept us updated throughout the flight.

United WiFi is consistently unusable (it can take 10 mins to load a single web page). If you need Wifi to do work, be prepared to lose half a day of productivity.

Awful. I got stuck next to a person carrying a dog and behind someone with a dog. People need to board these dogs downstairs. The cabin is crowded enough with your pets

Packed in like sardines, very uncomfortable. Sitting the aisle my shoulder was rammed into numerous times by rushing flight attendants. Also flight was very cold.

Beverage and food services are excellent. We enjoy paying the extra for economy plus for the 3 inches more leg room to be exact.

Flight was delayed by 3 hours. The pilot made up 1 hour during the flight, but that made the wait at the airport 5 hours once you factor getting there 2 hours early.

Airline did not explain reasons why flight was delayed two hours. Explanations were badly needed and rarely provided. Problem seemed to clearly be the airline’s fault and not the fault of the weather or airport.

Very uncomfortable seats and seat backs, and I am only 5’9”. Delayed due to crew issues, spent a long time with no ventilation. Teeny overhead bins. Wifi worked well. Arrived safely.

I was delighted that we were able to get on the 4:40 pm flight rather than our original booking at 6:55 pm!! Other than that, the flight was comfortable and landed early😊

I thought Miami's airport was very disorganized during the Boarding.

Very efficient boarding - other airlines could learn from them. Friendly, efficient crew. Red eye flight, so dinner meal was irrelevant. Breakfast could have been more substantial. Seats reasonably comfy.

People seated in exit rows should have designated overhead space

Perfect although it took an hour to board the plane but other than that it was great

Ground staff at Rome gate & boarding were rude and unhelpful

The quality of the aircraft and the professionalism of TAP's staff were perfect. The quality of vegan meals can be hit or miss depending on the airline and the city of departure; on this flight, our vegan meals were quite good. The boarding process for the connecting flight in Lisbon could have been organized a bit better, but it did not spoil our overall experience with TAP, which was excellent. I'd definitely recommend TAP to others.

We liked the crew. They were competent, professional and friendly. The only big negative was our departure was delayed several times and the airport staff did not communicate what the problems were and what we should expect.

The flight was good, but not entertainment or free food or drinks were offered.

Airline attendant never walks along the isle to check if everyone is ok. The food is worst I’ve experienced. Chicken pasta is very salty while the fish is bland and over-cooked. Only two toilets for the entire economy section.

Of course food only if you pay and no entertainment. As always with TAP they collected hand luggage and you must check in. This happens mostly with TAP and is not acceptable because others are having three pieces or more. TAP should be consequent and collect hand luggage only from those who have more than one piece.

Checked in is easy and it was a smooth flight from LAX to Munich

It was a busy flight and all the crew were very helpful and gracious

I wish the flight attendant was a little bit kinder

I always try to book flights that don’t charge for baggage. Yet I was charged $75 for this flight.

Used to love Lufthansa, but Rowe are too close together in Economy and passengers are allowed to recline their seats so far back it is impossible for those behind them to even reach for carry-on essentials during flight - except for meal service when flight attendants ask for seat backs to be raised, we can’t sleep on planes so this flight was most uncomfortable ever! Rod Rose

Horrible crowding on the seats, headphones provided did not fit or work in the entertainment center, seriously the most uncomfortable flight I have taken in a LONG time. The people in front of me were literally 5 inches from my face the entire flight. Did they change their seats recently? I remember it being tight but wow this was a whole new level. Also I am a 5'3" small woman so I can't even imagine a larger person dealing with that for 11 hrs.

Seat controls of lights were broken, and only 1 of the 2 seat TVs ever worked on the long flight. On the short flight there were no USB connections, on the long one they were difficult to access. Part of my meal was frozen, though the hot portion was good.

Lufthansa fails at mentioning no luggage when booking through points. We had to pay added fees to take checked bags to Europe for 2 weeks. The staff at check in were not helpful at all. told us "if we don't like it, then book another flight". Food was bad, they ran out of half the options. Vegetarian was terrible. The flight crew was nice, and tried to make it work ok.

The accommodations are top-notch. The only negative was that both our initial flights were delayed, which caused us to miss one and almost miss the other. The staff immediately handled the missed flight and compensated us for the inconvenience.

Food could be better quality - everything else was excellent , thanks Lufthansa team . GOD bless you!!!

Better food and more space in the seats. Also when doing the web check in both times I was going in to your site the minute you open it and there is not really many seats to choose only to buy!!!

It was ok, not as good as it used to be. The Heathrow connection was a disaster - complete anarchy, unknowledgable and skimpy assistance and signage. Gate crew at next flight was great, held the flight while my wife struggled through security.

It was great! The seats were comfortable, and they fed me during the transatlantic flight, something which I have been missing out on for the past 3 years as I travel to and from school.

This flight was cancelled at the last minute. We were rebooked on another flight but a day later. We lost a day of our vacation and paid for a night in a hotel we couldn’t use. The flights we were rebooked on (both American) messed up our seating on both flights-we didn’t get the seats we had paid for. All in all, a terrible experience.

Lost our bags in Heathrow, We didn’t receive bags in Mallorca for 3 days, out of a 7 day cycling vacation. Really inconvenient and disappointing!

We missed the flight to Barcelona because the flight from Baltimore was delayed. We flew on Vueling VW6653. Our luggage didn’t arrive. Please help us get our luggage. We are staying at Hotel Gran Via in Barcelona

The seats were tiny, being of a fairly petite build, I don’t usually expect to feel crammed and cramped in a seat, but I definitely was on this flight. I couldn’t even bend over to get anything out from under the seat in front and getting up to go to the bathroom at night with the seat backs reclined was nearly impossible. I had to do gymnastics to get over and out. For an airline that does long flights overnight, it’s kind of ridiculous.

Not connecting flights. Missed my flight from Dublin to Liverpool because I arrived at Dublin one hour too late. For this mistake, they offered me a flight from Dublin to Manchester. Thats great and all, but I waste time and money to commute to Liverpool. Be sure to check the time of your connecting flights, because they sure don’t when they sell it to you

Excellent! Great flight attendants, good food (in business class, at least), very comfortable. Touchscreen and remote wasn’t great.

This was an American Airlines flight. The crew were very unhappy and quite grumpy. Abrupt to the point of being rude. The food was dreadful. Indeed the breakfast was in edible. I will avoid AA at all costs in the future.

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Recent one-way flight deals

 
Only flying one-way? Below are some of the best one-way flight deals from San Francisco to Hamburg found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
7/22lun.
2 stops
47h 00mSFO-HAM
$341
7/22lun.
3 stops
28h 00mSFO-HAM
$433
6/18mar.
3 stops
38h 25mSFO-HAM
$444
6/19mié.
3 stops
42h 06mSFO-HAM
$462
7/7dom.
2 stopsTAP AIR PORTUGAL
20h 10mSFO-HAM
$523
5/20lun.
2 stopsScandinavian Airlines
32h 05mSFO-HAM
$546
5/19dom.
2 stopsScandinavian Airlines
32h 05mSFO-HAM
$559
7/21dom.
2 stopsUnited Airlines
23h 23mSFO-HAM
$817
5/31vie.
1 stopUnited Airlines
17h 50mSFO-HAM
$1,149
7/1lun.
1 stopTurkish Airlines
37h 50mSFO-HAM
$3,042

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