SFO - HAM

$341 Find Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Hamburg

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Cheapest round-trip
$723
Typical prices: $1,147-$743
Condor
Mon 5/25Thu 6/4
SFO - HAM • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$341
Typical prices: $423-$549
British Airways
Tue 9/22
SFO - HAM • 1 stop
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Cheapest • from $723 (round-trip)
Best reviews • 7.4 score
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There are currently no direct flights between San Francisco and Hamburg. You'll need at least 1 connection.
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Cheapest • Avg $734 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 12h 51m (one-way)
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 2 weeks in advance save around 21% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Hamburg (SFO-HAM)

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

Recent round-trip flight deals from San Francisco to Hamburg

Mon, May 25 - Thu, Jun 4
Condor Logo
4:30 pm - 9:25 pm
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HAM
19h 55m
1 stop
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7:55 am - 2:30 pm
HAM
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SFO
15h 35m
1 stop
$723Condor
Mon, Sep 7 - Tue, Nov 17
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4:45 pm - 10:45 pm
SFO
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HAM
21h 00m
1 stop
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9:50 am - 2:35 pm
HAM
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SFO
13h 45m
1 stop
$741Scandinavian Airlines
Mon, May 11 - Sat, May 23
Condor Logo
4:30 pm - 4:00 pm
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HAM
14h 30m
1 stop
Condor Logo
7:55 am - 2:30 pm
HAM
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SFO
15h 35m
1 stop
$747Condor
Mon, Sep 7 - Tue, Nov 17
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4:45 pm - 10:45 pm
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HAM
21h 00m
1 stop
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9:50 am - 2:35 pm
HAM
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SFO
13h 45m
1 stop
$759Scandinavian Airlines
Wed, Aug 26 - Wed, Sep 16
Condor Logo
4:30 pm - 4:00 pm
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HAM
14h 30m
1 stop
Condor Logo
7:55 am - 2:30 pm
HAM
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SFO
15h 35m
1 stop
$767Condor
Mon, Sep 7 - Tue, Nov 17
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4:45 pm - 2:50 pm
SFO
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HAM
13h 05m
1 stop
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
11:55 am - 2:35 pm
HAM
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SFO
35h 40m
2 stops
$771Scandinavian Airlines
Mon, Sep 7 - Tue, Nov 17
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4:45 pm - 7:05 pm
SFO
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HAM
17h 20m
1 stop
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
11:55 am - 2:35 pm
HAM
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SFO
35h 40m
2 stops
$772Scandinavian Airlines
Wed, Sep 9 - Mon, Sep 28
Condor Logo
4:30 pm - 4:00 pm
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HAM
14h 30m
1 stop
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7:50 am - 2:30 pm
HAM
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SFO
15h 40m
1 stop
$774Condor
Mon, Jun 1 - Wed, Jun 17
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4:30 pm - 4:00 pm
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HAM
14h 30m
1 stop
Condor Logo
7:55 am - 2:30 pm
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SFO
15h 35m
1 stop
$775Condor
Mon, Sep 7 - Wed, Nov 18
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
4:45 pm - 7:05 pm
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HAM
17h 20m
1 stop
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
9:50 am - 2:35 pm
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13h 45m
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$776Scandinavian Airlines
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for San Francisco to Hamburg flights

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.

How much is a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Hamburg?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from San Francisco to Hamburg departing in May.

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 round-trip 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 January, where tickets cost $612 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,072 and $998 respectively.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip 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 week.

To get a below average price on the flight from San Francisco to Hamburg, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 21% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 11 weeks before departure.

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Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight$341
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 25% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 15% increase in price.
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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 $723 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?

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

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

    Frankfurt am Main 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, SWISS or Scandinavian Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from San Francisco to Hamburg are SWISS and Scandinavian Airlines. With an average price for the route of $1,400 and an overall rating of 7.5, SWISS is the most popular choice. Scandinavian Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $802 and an overall rating of 7.4.

  • 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.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from San Francisco 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.

Reviews of the 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.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from San Francisco to Hamburg? 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
Turkish AirlinesOverall score based on 4346 reviews
7.3Boarding
7.8Crew
7.3Comfort
7.5Food
7.5Entertainment
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The ground crew members at check in counter were courteous. The boarding was seamless. Flight departed as scheduled. Service on board was great

10.0 ExcellentOmo, Apr 2026
IAH - IST
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The ground crew members at check in counter were courteous. The boarding was seamless. Flight departed as scheduled. Service on board was great

Very comfortable in business class. Excellent service. Good food. Smooth trip.

The seats seems abit small and the reclining is too much, the seat in front of me came back too much and made it uncomfortable for me.

As a first time flyer with Turkish Airlines. My experience was very good due to the factor that there were to many passengers on the my first flight compared to my connecting flight. However, I know that nothing is perfect and all companies are trying to accommodate their passengers to the best way possible. I will always say, a FEW INCHES will go LONG WAY. That's something all airliners should consider, and not only the money aspect!!! A long time commitment is better than one time service! Thank you

Flight was delayed. While standing at the gate, a note appeared on the sign saying the gate had changed to a gate far away. No member of the Turkish airlines team got on the microphone to instruct passengers to go to the other gate, to ignore the chiron, etc. Finally, the message disappeared. Eventually, the flight began to board. Very slowly. More slowly than I experience with other airlines. Though Istanbul may just be slow . . . In all other ways, great flight, great entertainment (top notch movies), great service, excellent food, comfortable lie-flat seat, dimmed lights, etc.

Staff at the airport wasn't helpful or friendly. Probably the worst airport experience I have ever had, going and coming. The staff on the plane was better. Still not super friendly or personable. However, they were not rude like airport staff. They ran out of certain menu items. Maybe could have been prepared better? Overall just ok.

It was a pleasant experience. In flight entertainment could have been better

The desk crew at the LAX crew could do better. A girl named Mahesi was very abrasive and unfriendly. She needs a better customer service uproar.

It was peaceful excited We enjoyed it always Turkish peaceful excited

Istanbul to Lahore flight was less than standard for international business class cabins. Seat did not were not flat and it did not operate easily. I had to push buttons hard repeatedly to operate the seat. I was in 5A seat

The stewardess was incredibly rude. The gave you only one drink with dinner.

Cancelled flight, wasn't refunded paid selected seats. Poor customer service. Called airline and they didn't realize the flight was cancelled until several hours after the email notice was sent.

The worst with the trip was the space in economy, my knees are still hurting. There was no way to control personal air by turning a knob above you, it was way to hot on both rides. During the night flight they allowed 2 people from across the aile which was narrow to sit and talk for 7 hours while also using tablets and the flashlight from their phones pointing into the row where I sat at times. They allowed people with way too large baggage to bring onboard. I paid way too much for the ticket ($1,364} for economy. Kayak misinformed me to get cancellation insurance that was only valid for a very short time (less than 12 hours) and was over one hundred dollars. Hotel booking was incorrect, I had the room booked myself at the hotel, only double or larger rooms available which I paid over 400 dollars for. I will never fly with SAS again unless there is no other alternative.

Crew members were excellent. The seat wasn’t the best as well as a food options.

5 of my 7 pieces of luggage are missing and they cant call to find out where it is. I have to fill out a form and wait for them to mail it to me in several days (if they find it). That does not work for my travel itinerary. I need my full ticket cost refunded please.

Fantastic. The only thing - out of my six luggage one was lost in Copenhagen, however it was delivered Home 3 Days later so all great..

The crew was friendly, the flight was pleasant. Thank you for your service!

Our trip plan from Kayak stated we were flying SAS. That was not true. The first leg was a Delta flight. We wasted 25 minutes before finding out to check in with the correct airline. Then our SAS flight for the second leg arrived 25 minutes late, and our third leg flight with SAS closed the gate knowing the flight delay was SAS’s fault, and that this flight would only be backed up 5 minutes. The final kicker was that between Delta and SAS, they lost all our checked luggage.

Flight was completely full January 9th? I problem i had the stewardess was bumping into me constantly walking by? very annoying.. on Austrian air I dint have this issue at all...

Amazing! Everyone was so nice and the food was so good!!

Some crew were unfriendly or in some cases just straight up rude.

Outstanding service, efficient & friendly crew, flight was safe, comfortable & on time

United Airline crews were very friendly and very attentive. 12 hours flight was gone like in a shorter one.

Flight itself excellent, but delayed so missed connection & got to destination 2 hrs later

Due to cancellation of connecting flight (Lufthansa) I didn’t fly with United

It was a red-eye, but the flight felt surprisingly quick. The seats were very comfortable, and that made resting much easier. I also want to thank the gentleman seated next to me, who graciously moved so my mom could sit beside me. We slept almost the entire way. The cabin crew was respectful in not disturbing us, while also being courteous and professional throughout. Thank you, United.

Boarding was again a "free for all". We were boarding group 4, and almost the entire plane was able to board before us. It's a shame that someone who follows the rules, gets the short end of the stick. Not fair.

It was perfect! I've never flown with United before, but I definitely will in the future

the entire flight felt off. The crew seemed uninterested and disengaged. The food service was really bad - overcooked, bland, weird food service. They actually woke us up to serve chicken wraps in the middle of the night, after dinner and before breakfast. Made no sense. Ultimately, I was glad they did though, because the breakfast had been held for so long it was inedible. Eggs, potatoes, sausage - all disgusting. We were asked to "honor" the lavatories for premium customers and stay in our own cabin: this was also strange. So people in economy didn't pay enough to use the closest toilet to them??? It's a toilet. All in all, not the experience I have come to expect from United Airlines. The return flight from Paris to SFO was better, btw.

They delayed the flight from 9:00 to 11:55 At 11:45 they canceled the flight. I paid a premium price for the tickets with poor service

Boarding was orderly, pilot and flight attendants were nice, entertainment options were good, and low sodium meals were quite tasty.

Flight delayed, connection was not at gate listed and so missed, staff were rude at Heathrow, phone tree stupid and difficult, took me 21 actual hours to reach my destination. Almost lost my hotel reservation after walking in a strange city alone after midnight because they would not put me up in a hotel at sfo or heathrow. I will never fly BA again and will tell all people and Instagram followers never to fly BA.

Check-in in SAN was long. ORD was good. Flight delayed On board crew was ok. No warmth or personality. LHrR barely made connection

Wish the food and overall service was better. They treat Business class passengers same as economy

They had us seating down for one hour just waiting on the plane

Flying with BA is always a good experience—even in economy class. It is better if in business and first class. Timely, breeze through security and timely connections

The issue was not with BA it was with the link yoiu sent fopr booking the flight

Loved the boarding option from Business class lounge, experience on flight was excellent, plenty of good food choices

Awful it always is unfortunately is the only way to fly direct to london

Check in was was and the agent was very friendly and helpful The lounge was nice...boarding was straight from the lounge Everything worked at our seats, and video entertainment was good ..food was mediocre

My flight was delayed twice. It finally left 24 hours later. In addition there were conflicting messages between kayak and condor that made the experience worse.

Upgraded to premium economy at the gate. Well worth it!

The flight was canceled and airlines did nothing to accommodate the passengers. After few hours they booked me randomly on a flight that had long layover and didn’t provide any compensation or effort to help. The crew was rude, no representation on the airport. Everything needs to be on call and agents there had no knowledge or control. For everything, they were like we can’t do it and you need to file a claim later. That was not helpful at all and will not make my travel experience any easier. Very disappointed in their service.

Great plane and flight attendants. The person next to me had a DISGUSTING smelling mouth and breath, so that was nasty to deal with the whole flight. Brush your teeth, people! Condor was amazing, though :-)

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.

There was some nice staff when I entered and left, but the thrre flight attendants who served us were very brusque and rude. I have celiac and when I checked in, I tried to find the option to make sure my meals (stick on a 10+ hour flight after a 3 hour flight and short layover) were gluten free because I didn’t have time to get anything. Couldn’t find the selection for it, and every part of the meal and purchase options were gluten, so I didn’t get to eat. During check in the allergies section should be easy to identify and check so this doesn’t happen. Having more options for gluten free at this time should be easy.

Internet was advertised in-flight but not accessible. The foot rest in premium economy was stuck. For both nobody I asked was able to provide an answer/solution. However, this will not stop me from booking premium economy again, which I upgraded from my initial economy I had booked for my outbound flight YYZ to FRA.

Great flight, nice options for food and beverages. Fairly comfortable seats for a large person

Business class: or fist class: Seating absolutely terrible, same seats as everyone else , no space, we could not fit our knees in. I was sitting sideways since nobody else booked this business class. I wish we would have an option to select a business class for the main journey between USA and Europe, but regular class for the short flights in Europe.

The seating was exactly same as the rest of the plane. We had no space for our knees. In fact it was the tightest spacing of the seats I ever flew with, on a very old plane. (and we flew all over Asia and Europe) The same chairs. We were the only passengers in business or first class. Obviously funny.... The only difference was, we got a sendwich and we were offered a drink. Rest of the plane got a bottle of water.

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