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SFO — SYD
13 May — 20 May1
1 adult
Mon 13/5
Mon 20/5

What to know about flights from San Francisco

Discover essential information about flights departing from San Francisco, including flight schedules, destinations, airlines operating at the San Francisco airport, and any specific guidelines or requirements for travellers. Please note that the information is based on the most recent updates available. Data last updated 8 May 2024.

Cheapest one-way flight

$40

Cheapest round-trip flight

$168

Cheapest airline

Alaska Airlines

Most popular destination

Los Angeles (LAX)
The cheapest one-way flight from San Francisco is currently to Los Angeles.
The cheapest round-trip flight from San Francisco is currently to Vancouver Intl.
On average, Alaska Airlines currently has the cheapest one-way flight from San Francisco.
Los Angeles (LAX) is currently the most popular flight destination from San Francisco.

Cheapest flights from San Francisco

Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 8 May 2024. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 546,479 searches.
Wed 19/617:45SFO - ORD
1 stop23h 25mSun Country Air
Sun 23/607:00ORD - SFO
1 stop27h 11mSun Country Air
Deal found 8/5$431
Tue 11/616:55SFO - ORD
1 stop9h 45mAlaska Airlines
Fri 21/621:22ORD - SFO
1 stop12h 53mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/5$433
Wed 11/907:30SFO - HNL
Nonstop5h 30mHawaiian Airlines
Sun 15/914:05HNL - SFO
Nonstop5h 10mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 8/5$434
Sun 9/623:57SFO - ORD
Nonstop4h 23mAlaska Airlines
Wed 12/608:00ORD - SFO
1 stop15h 35mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/5$434
Wed 5/623:57SFO - ORD
Nonstop4h 23mAlaska Airlines
Sat 8/607:00ORD - SFO
Nonstop4h 37mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/5$436
Wed 23/1010:45SFO - HNL
1 stop8h 58mDelta
Wed 23/1021:55HNL - SFO
1 stop8h 42mDelta
Deal found 8/5$439
Wed 5/619:55SFO - ORD
1 stop6h 45mAlaska Airlines
Tue 11/608:00ORD - SFO
1 stop9h 14mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/5$439
Sun 29/907:30SFO - HNL
Nonstop5h 30mHawaiian Airlines
Fri 4/1014:05HNL - SFO
Nonstop5h 10mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 6/5$440
Wed 12/614:00SFO - ORD
1 stop12h 40mAlaska Airlines
Sat 15/606:35ORD - SFO
Nonstop4h 37mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/5$440

Last-minute flight deals from San Francisco

Discover last-minute flight deals departing from San Francisco. Take advantage of attractive deals offered by airlines for spontaneous travel. These deals are subject to availability and can provide significant savings for flexible travellers. Please note that the availability of last-minute deals can vary and may change quickly. Data last updated 8 May 2024 and based on user searches. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 546,479 searches.
Wed 15/511:29SFO - HNL
Nonstop5h 55mAlaska Airlines
Tue 21/515:19HNL - SFO
1 stop13h 10mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/5$463
Wed 15/511:29SFO - HNL
Nonstop5h 55mAlaska Airlines
Mon 20/513:26HNL - SFO
Nonstop5h 23mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/5$465
Thu 16/517:45SFO - ORD
1 stop23h 18mSun Country Air
Wed 19/620:05ORD - SFO
1 stop28h 47mSun Country Air
Deal found 7/5$465
Mon 13/500:40SFO - ORD
1 stop5h 59mDelta
Tue 21/513:45ORD - SFO
1 stop6h 40mDelta
Deal found 7/5$472
Mon 13/500:40SFO - ORD
1 stop5h 59mDelta
Tue 14/519:30ORD - SFO
1 stop6h 40mDelta
Deal found 7/5$478
Thu 16/511:50SFO - HNL
Nonstop5h 29mAlaska Airlines
Mon 20/513:26HNL - SFO
Nonstop5h 23mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 8/5$480
Tue 14/511:29SFO - HNL
Nonstop5h 55mAlaska Airlines
Tue 21/515:19HNL - SFO
1 stop13h 10mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/5$490
Wed 15/511:29SFO - HNL
Nonstop5h 55mAlaska Airlines
Thu 16/515:19HNL - SFO
1 stop13h 10mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/5$493
Mon 13/511:29SFO - HNL
Nonstop5h 55mAlaska Airlines
Fri 17/513:26HNL - SFO
Nonstop5h 23mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 8/5$495

Domestic airfare to nearby cities with cheap hotels

Discover domestic flight options from San Francisco to cities with affordable hotel accommodations. Plan your travel to both enjoy budget-friendly flights and find affordable lodging in your chosen destination. Please note that the flight options are sourced from user searches. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 546,479 searches and data was last updated 8 May 2024.
Mon 28/1018:18SFO - LAS
Nonstop1h 40mFrontier
Mon 28/1023:20LAS - SFO
Nonstop1h 39mFrontier
Deal found 8/5$136
Mon 28/1018:18SFO - LAS
Nonstop1h 40mFrontier
Mon 28/1023:20LAS - SFO
Nonstop1h 39mFrontier
Deal found 7/5$138
Thu 30/506:10SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 35mDelta
Tue 4/606:00LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 25mDelta
Deal found 6/5$138
Tue 21/506:00SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 36mAlaska Airlines
Tue 21/515:31LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 27mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 8/5$168
Tue 18/606:30SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 31mDelta
Thu 20/622:25LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 27mDelta
Deal found 6/5$170
Wed 22/506:10SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 35mDelta
Wed 22/517:05LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 23mDelta
Deal found 8/5$173
Wed 22/513:50SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 29mJetBlue
Sat 25/511:40LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 24mJetBlue
Deal found 7/5$188
Fri 13/918:18SFO - LAS
Nonstop1h 40mFrontier
Sat 21/923:20LAS - SFO
Nonstop1h 39mFrontier
Deal found 7/5$194
Wed 26/619:03SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 37mDelta
Sat 29/619:59LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 22mDelta
Deal found 6/5$200

International flights from San Francisco

Explore international flight options available from San Francisco. Discover the destinations served by airlines operating from San Francisco, compare fares, and find the ideal international flight for your travel plans. Please note that the flight options are sourced from user searches, with fares last updated on 8 May 2024. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 546,479 searches.
Tue 8/1007:00SFO - DEL
1 stop26h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 14/1001:10DEL - SFO
1 stop27h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/5$973
Mon 7/1006:30SFO - DEL
2 stops26h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 14/1001:10DEL - SFO
1 stop27h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/5$981
Mon 7/1016:20SFO - DEL
1 stop40h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 14/1001:10DEL - SFO
1 stop27h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/5$990
Sun 29/919:40SFO - DEL
1 stop39h 30mSWISS
Mon 11/1101:45DEL - SFO
1 stop28h 00mSWISS
Deal found 6/5$993
Sun 27/1021:35SFO - DEL
1 stop38h 05mLufthansa
Wed 20/1101:50DEL - SFO
1 stop30h 25mLufthansa
Deal found 7/5$1,029
Mon 9/921:05SFO - DEL
1 stop37h 55mLufthansa
Wed 5/203:35DEL - SFO
1 stop22h 30mLufthansa
Deal found 6/5$1,041
Wed 11/921:05SFO - DEL
1 stop37h 55mLufthansa
Wed 25/901:20DEL - SFO
2 stops36h 08mLufthansa
Deal found 7/5$1,044
Mon 9/911:30SFO - DEL
1 stop29h 40mSingapore Airlines
Mon 14/1009:00DEL - SFO
1 stop23h 45mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 8/5$1,052
Wed 2/1011:30SFO - DEL
1 stop29h 40mSingapore Airlines
Wed 9/1009:00DEL - SFO
1 stop23h 45mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 7/5$1,055

Direct flights from San Francisco

Discover airlines that offer direct flights from San Francisco to various destinations. Avoid layovers and travel efficiently with direct flight options, saving you time and providing a more convenient travel experience. Please note that the direct flight options are based on data from 8 May 2024 and based on user searches. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 546,479 searches.
Thu 27/623:59SFO - ORD
Nonstop4h 21mAlaska Airlines
Thu 4/718:20ORD - SFO
Nonstop4h 40mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/5$506
Mon 12/807:55SFO - HNL
Nonstop5h 30mHawaiian Airlines
Sun 18/814:00HNL - SFO
Nonstop5h 05mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 7/5$510
Thu 1/823:59SFO - ORD
Nonstop4h 21mAlaska Airlines
Tue 6/806:35ORD - SFO
Nonstop4h 37mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 8/5$510
Sat 8/623:12SFO - ORD
Nonstop4h 23mAlaska Airlines
Thu 20/606:35ORD - SFO
Nonstop4h 37mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/5$512
Sun 9/601:10SFO - ORD
Nonstop4h 20mUnited Airlines
Sat 15/606:05ORD - SFO
Nonstop4h 42mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/5$513
Wed 29/523:57SFO - ORD
Nonstop4h 23mAlaska Airlines
Mon 3/607:00ORD - SFO
Nonstop4h 37mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 8/5$516
Fri 31/523:57SFO - ORD
Nonstop4h 23mAlaska Airlines
Mon 3/607:00ORD - SFO
Nonstop4h 37mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 8/5$518
Fri 28/623:59SFO - ORD
Nonstop4h 21mAlaska Airlines
Thu 4/718:20ORD - SFO
Nonstop4h 40mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/5$519
Sat 8/618:30SFO - ORD
Nonstop4h 20mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/621:19ORD - SFO
Nonstop4h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/5$521

Find flights from San Francisco within your budget

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$431 - $440

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Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoChicago O'Hare Intl

SFO - ORD

SFOORD

San Francisco

Wed 19/6

1 stop23h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 23/6

1 stop27h 11m

$431

San FranciscoChicago O'Hare Intl

SFO - ORD

SFOORD

San Francisco

Tue 11/6

1 stop9h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 21/6

1 stop12h 53m

$433

San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Wed 11/9

Nonstop5h 30m

Honolulu

Sun 15/9

Nonstop5h 10m

$434

San FranciscoChicago O'Hare Intl

SFO - ORD

SFOORD

San Francisco

Sun 9/6

Nonstop4h 23m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/6

1 stop15h 35m

$434

San FranciscoChicago O'Hare Intl

SFO - ORD

SFOORD

San Francisco

Wed 5/6

Nonstop4h 23m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 8/6

Nonstop4h 37m

$436

San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Wed 23/10

1 stop8h 58m

Honolulu

Wed 23/10

1 stop8h 42m

$439

San FranciscoChicago O'Hare Intl

SFO - ORD

SFOORD

San Francisco

Wed 5/6

1 stop6h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 11/6

1 stop9h 14m

$439

San FranciscoHonolulu

SFO - HNL

SFOHNL

San Francisco

Sun 29/9

Nonstop5h 30m

Honolulu

Fri 4/10

Nonstop5h 10m

$440

San FranciscoChicago O'Hare Intl

SFO - ORD

SFOORD

San Francisco

Wed 12/6

1 stop12h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 15/6

Nonstop4h 37m

$440

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When is the best time to book a flight from San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from San Francisco. Price data was last updated on 3 May 2024.
The best time to book flights from San Francisco is 13 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from San Francisco. Price data was last updated on 5 May 2024.
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Those who are seeking the cheapest fare on flights departing from San Francisco would be wise to consider leaving during Friday evenings when prices are typically at their lowest. When considering other options, price-conscious travelers should avoid Wednesday afternoons when fares are usually the most expensive.
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Average price of flights from San Francisco by month

Plan your trip from San Francisco by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from San Francisco is currently $265 while a return flight costs $436. Price data was last updated on 28 April 2024.

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco (average of $879). Flying from San Francisco in December will prove the most costly (average of $1,232). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

January

$230

February

$204

March

$230

April

$210

May

$203

June

$212

July

$203

August

$191

September

$198

October

$203

November

$232

December

$254

Airline reviews for flights from San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service from San Francisco. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing airline for your flight from San Francisco. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 546,479 searches.
8.5
Very Good
928 reviews

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.8

Food

7.8

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

They’re so kind and professional on ANA, I ordered a special meal and they were lovely throughout. Always kind and efficient, felt cared for in the sky

8.5
Very Good
928 reviews
8.5
Very Good
928 reviews

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.8

Food

7.8

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

They’re so kind and professional on ANA, I ordered a special meal and they were lovely throughout. Always kind and efficient, felt cared for in the sky

8.4
Very Good
581 reviews
8.5
Very Good
928 reviews

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.8

Food

7.8

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

They’re so kind and professional on ANA, I ordered a special meal and they were lovely throughout. Always kind and efficient, felt cared for in the sky

8.3
Very Good
920 reviews
8.5
Very Good
928 reviews

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.8

Food

7.8

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

They’re so kind and professional on ANA, I ordered a special meal and they were lovely throughout. Always kind and efficient, felt cared for in the sky

8.3
Very Good
635 reviews
8.5
Very Good
928 reviews

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.8

Food

7.8

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

They’re so kind and professional on ANA, I ordered a special meal and they were lovely throughout. Always kind and efficient, felt cared for in the sky

8.1
Very Good
9,141 reviews
8.5
Very Good
928 reviews

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.8

Food

7.8

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

They’re so kind and professional on ANA, I ordered a special meal and they were lovely throughout. Always kind and efficient, felt cared for in the sky

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Popular international destinations from San Francisco
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Related info for your journey

Access useful and relevant information related to your journey from San Francisco. This can include details such as airport transportation, visa requirements, travel insurance, luggage regulations, and any other information that can ensure a smooth and hassle-free travel experience. Please note that the information is based on general guidance and may need to be verified with official sources. Data last updated 8 May 2024.
  • What are the most popular destinations to fly to from San Francisco?

    For the current month, the most popular flights from San Francisco are Bengaluru, Boston, Mumbai. Mumbai, Boston, Bengaluru are the most popular locations from San Francisco year round.

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

    Users have flown out of San Francisco for as low as $40 to Los Angeles (prices may vary depending on the airline and departure time). On average, users have booked flights for $853 to fly from San Francisco.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Francisco to anywhere?

    According to our data, users have found Frontier, Alaska Airlines, and JetBlue to have the cheapest round-trip prices from San Francisco. Some of the destinations and prices are as follows: Frontier flights from San Francisco to Denver Intl ($61). Alaska Airlines flights from San Francisco to Austin Bergstrom ($118). JetBlue flights from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl ($135).

  • What is the shortest nonstop flight from San Francisco?

    We've found Sacramento, Monterey, and Phoenix as options for shorter direct flights within 124 km of San Francisco. These locations can be great options for travelers looking to go somewhere and back quickly.

  • What is the farthest nonstop flight from San Francisco?

    If flights to distant destinations are more of your preference, check pricing for Bengaluru, Singapore, and Mumbai.

  • What are popular destinations to fly to from San Francisco?

    San Francisco offers frequent flights to New York (1,915 flights per day), Los Angeles (811 flights per day) and Chicago (804 flights per day).

  • Where are the cheapest places to fly to from San Francisco?

    View the cheapest flight destinations from San Francisco:
    Fly from San Francisco to Sydney from $1,084 round trip
    Fly from San Francisco to Brisbane from $1,111 round trip
    Fly from San Francisco to Melbourne from $1,211 round trip
    Fly from San Francisco to Jerez de la Frontera from $2,216 round trip

  • Which airlines fly from San Francisco?

    When flying from San Francisco check dates and pricing for the following: Flair Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Frontier, JetBlue, Sun Country Air. As they depart for the following popular destinations: Vancouver, Minneapolis, Denver, New York, Austin.

  • What is the cheapest premium economy flight from San Francisco?

    Options for some of the cheapest premium economy flights from San Francisco we have found on Cheapflights are as follows:
    Fly from San Francisco to Salt Lake City starting at $600
    Fly from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport starting at $1,041
    Fly from San Francisco to Toronto Pearson Intl Airport starting at $1,189
    Fly from San Francisco to Atlanta starting at $1,382

  • What is the cheapest first class flight from San Francisco?

    If you’re looking to fly first-class from San Francisco to anywhere, put Santa Ana on your list as prices start at $488 for this destination.

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

    Currently, the cheapest month for flights from San Francisco is January. The most expensive month for flights is December. The cheapest prices are shown above but prices will vary according to departure times, airlines, class and how early you book.

  • When is the cheapest time to fly from San Francisco?

    Those who are seeking the cheapest fare on flights departing from San Francisco would be wise to consider leaving during Friday evenings when prices are typically at their lowest. When considering other options, price-conscious travelers should avoid Wednesday afternoons when fares are usually the most expensive.

  • When is the best time to book a flight from San Francisco?

    The best time to book flights from San Francisco is 13 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

  • How does Cheapflights help users find flights from San Francisco?

    900+ travel sites are searched through when a user searches for a flight using Cheapflights. From the search interface, users can use filters to choose airlines, airports, flight times, cabin classes and more to their preference. Book your flight from San Francisco today with Cheapflights!

  • Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets from San Francisco?

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