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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Miami from $160

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — MIA
25 Dec — 1 Jan1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Miami

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to Miami (MIA). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 20 December 2024.

Round-trip from

$349

One-way from

$160

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$841
Alaska Airlines
  • Alaska Airlines
  • 7/1-21/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 35h 59m total
  • San Francisco to Miami
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 10/2
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 33m total
  • San Francisco to Miami
High demand for flights, 0% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 3% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in December 2024

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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Miami
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Miami. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 20 December 2024.

Tue 31/1222:42SFO - MIA
Nonstop5h 32mUnited Airlines
Wed 8/106:25MIA - SFO
1 stop8h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 19/12$389
Sun 29/1200:10SFO - MIA
1 stop10h 35mDelta
Thu 9/111:30MIA - SFO
1 stop10h 36mDelta
Deal found 19/12$428
Mon 23/1218:50SFO - MIA
1 stop8h 22mAmerican Airlines
Thu 26/1213:51MIA - SFO
1 stop10h 08mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 19/12$726
Tue 31/1218:59SFO - MIA
1 stop9h 38mAlaska Airlines
Wed 8/117:55MIA - SFO
2 stops21h 57mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 19/12$772
Sat 28/1223:59SFO - MIA
1 stop16h 09mSun Country Air
Tue 31/1211:52MIA - SFO
1 stop13h 59mSun Country Air
Deal found 20/12$833
Sat 21/1205:20SFO - MIA
2 stops14h 35mSouthwest
Mon 23/1212:10MIA - SFO
2 stops11h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 19/12$965

Find flights from San Francisco to Miami within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Miami that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 20 December 2024.

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SFO - MIA

SFOMIA

San Francisco

Tue 7/1

19:55-18:15

1 stop19h 20m

Miami

Tue 21/1

19:15-08:54

1 stop16h 39m

$349

San FranciscoMiami

SFO - MIA

SFOMIA

San Francisco

Sat 18/1

23:10-07:43

Nonstop5h 33m

Miami

Sat 25/1

06:25-12:05

1 stop8h 40m

$357

San FranciscoMiami

SFO - MIA

SFOMIA

San Francisco

Tue 21/1

00:23-08:52

Nonstop5h 29m

Miami

Wed 29/1

19:30-23:07

Nonstop6h 37m

$380

San FranciscoMiami

SFO - MIA

SFOMIA

San Francisco

Sun 2/2

14:33-00:51

1 stop7h 18m

Miami

Fri 7/2

06:00-13:47

1 stop10h 47m

$413

San FranciscoMiami

SFO - MIA

SFOMIA

San Francisco

Tue 1/4

20:30-10:52

1 stop11h 22m

Miami

Wed 2/4

14:08-22:10

1 stop11h 02m

$532

San FranciscoMiami

SFO - MIA

SFOMIA

San Francisco

Sun 19/1

05:20-22:00

2 stops13h 40m

Miami

Sat 25/1

08:10-16:25

2 stops11h 15m

$566

San FranciscoMiami

SFO - MIA

SFOMIA

San Francisco

Fri 18/4

18:00-10:49

1 stop13h 49m

Miami

Sun 27/4

11:57-17:07

1 stop32h 10m

$657

San FranciscoMiami

SFO - MIA

SFOMIA

San Francisco

Mon 30/12

22:42-07:14

Nonstop5h 32m

$160

San FranciscoMiami

SFO - MIA

SFOMIA

San Francisco

Tue 15/4

07:40-18:59

1 stop8h 19m

$175

San FranciscoMiami

SFO - MIA

SFOMIA

San Francisco

Tue 18/2

06:15-17:37

1 stop8h 22m

$204

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Miami

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Travel insights for flights from San Francisco to Miami

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from San Francisco to Miami including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to Miami?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from San Francisco to Miami. Price data was last updated on 13 December 2024.

The price you pay for your flight from San Francisco to Miami may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 41 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Miami?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Miami (average of $1,295). Flying from San Francisco to Miami in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,128). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SFO to MIA?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to Miami. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 20 December 2024.

It’s typically best to fly out from San Francisco to Miami in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 25% on the flight price compared to flying at midday, which is usually more expensive.

Weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Miami

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Miami. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 20 December 2024.

The most flights from SFO to MIA are scheduled on a Thursday (30 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (9 on average).

Rainfall in Miami by month

Plan your trip to Miami by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Miami ranges from 41.0 - 252.0 inches per month. September is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 252.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Miami when rainfall is around 41.0 mm.

Temperature in Miami by month

Plan your trip to Miami by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Miami, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 29.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 20.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Miami

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Miami. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Miami. Reviews last updated 20 December 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Francisco to Miami, such as Alaska Airlines, United Airlines and Southwest. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very Good
4,821 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

8.1
Very Good
4,821 reviews
8.1
Very Good
4,821 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

8.0
Very Good
9,545 reviews
8.1
Very Good
4,821 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

8.0
Very Good
8,601 reviews
8.1
Very Good
4,821 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

7.4
Good
3,267 reviews
8.1
Very Good
4,821 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

7.4
Good
9,043 reviews
8.1
Very Good
4,821 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco to Miami. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports do I use to fly from San Francisco to Miami?

    If you wish to fly to Miami from San Francisco, then you need to book flights from San Francisco to Miami. There are 17 flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Miami (MIA) per day to choose from. Flights to Miami from San Francisco are available from 3 different airlines, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 5h 32m is how long a nonstop flight from San Francisco to Miami typically takes.

  • How popular is this San Francisco to Miami flight route?

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Francisco to Miami round-trip?

    Currently priced at $349, Alaska Airlines will fly you from San Francisco to Miami and back. In addition to Alaska Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from United Airlines and American Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $357 and $380, respectively. Alaska Airlines is priced at 45% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco to Miami one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with United Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $160. Alaska Airlines flights start at $175 while deals on Delta start at $204 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Francisco to Miami?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from San Francisco to Miami consider choosing United Airlines(98%), Copa Airlines(96%) or Virgin Australia(96%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Miami?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from San Francisco to Miami? While on average our users pay $598, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $369. The most popular route (San Francisco - Miami), is priced around $348.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Miami that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Francisco to Miami flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Miami?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Francisco to Miami.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Francisco to Miami?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco to Miami by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Miami?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Miami (average of $1,295). Flying from San Francisco to Miami in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,128). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 3 airlines flying from San Francisco to Miami

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American AirlinesCheapest$273Average$656FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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