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Cheap flights from Boston to San Francisco from $183

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 13/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BOS — SFO
26 Nov — 3 Dec1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Boston to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Boston (BOS) to San Francisco (SFO). 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 21 November 2024.

Round-trip from

$267

One-way from

$183

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September
Alaska Airlines
  • Alaska Airlines
  • 25/12-31/12
  • Nonstop
  • 12h 48m total
  • Boston to San Francisco
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Delta
  • Delta
  • 13/12
  • Nonstop
  • 6h 54m total
  • Boston to San Francisco
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Cheapest flights from Boston to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Boston to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 November 2024.

Wed 25/1218:59BOS - SFO
Nonstop7h 04mAlaska Airlines
Tue 31/1207:00SFO - BOS
Nonstop5h 44mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 20/11$267
Sun 15/1220:59BOS - SFO
Nonstop6h 54mDelta
Tue 14/107:20SFO - BOS
Nonstop5h 38mDelta
Deal found 20/11$358
Fri 13/1205:55BOS - SFO
Nonstop6h 45mUnited Airlines
Sat 14/1213:30SFO - BOS
Nonstop5h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 20/11$364
Wed 11/1213:20BOS - SFO
Nonstop6h 45mJetBlue
Wed 25/1223:30SFO - BOS
Nonstop5h 30mJetBlue
Deal found 20/11$385
Sun 15/1211:37BOS - SFO
1 stop26h 09mSun Country Air
Wed 18/1213:55SFO - BOS
1 stop30h 14mSun Country Air
Deal found 20/11$438
Sun 8/1208:25BOS - SFO
3 stops18h 45mSouthwest
Fri 13/1219:45SFO - BOS
2 stops18h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 20/11$556

Find flights from Boston to San Francisco within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Boston to San Francisco 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 719,399 searches. Data last updated 21 November 2024.

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BostonSan Francisco

BOS - SFO

BOSSFO

Boston Logan Intl

Wed 25/12

18:59-23:03

Nonstop7h 04m

San Francisco

Tue 31/12

07:00-15:44

Nonstop5h 44m

$267

BostonSan Francisco

BOS - SFO

BOSSFO

Boston Logan Intl

Mon 27/1

18:00-21:50

Nonstop6h 50m

San Francisco

Wed 29/1

23:10-07:53

Nonstop5h 43m

$352

BostonSan Francisco

BOS - SFO

BOSSFO

Boston Logan Intl

Sun 15/12

20:59-00:53

Nonstop6h 54m

San Francisco

Tue 14/1

07:20-15:58

Nonstop5h 38m

$358

BostonSan Francisco

BOS - SFO

BOSSFO

Boston Logan Intl

Sun 9/2

17:55-21:43

Nonstop6h 48m

San Francisco

Sun 9/2

23:59-10:45

1 stop7h 46m

$370

BostonSan Francisco

BOS - SFO

BOSSFO

Boston Logan Intl

Sun 15/12

11:37-10:46

1 stop26h 09m

San Francisco

Wed 18/12

13:55-23:09

1 stop30h 14m

$438

BostonSan Francisco

BOS - SFO

BOSSFO

Boston Logan Intl

Sun 12/1

07:20-21:30

2 stops17h 10m

San Francisco

Wed 15/1

15:15-10:55

2 stops16h 40m

$455

BostonSan Francisco

BOS - SFO

BOSSFO

Boston Logan Intl

Sun 8/12

08:48-16:10

1 stop10h 22m

San Francisco

Fri 13/12

18:30-05:31

1 stop8h 01m

$502

BostonSan Francisco

BOS - SFO

BOSSFO

Boston Logan Intl

Fri 13/12

20:59-00:53

Nonstop6h 54m

$183

BostonSan Francisco

BOS - SFO

BOSSFO

Boston Logan Intl

Thu 23/1

07:00-13:47

1 stop9h 47m

$190

BostonSan Francisco

BOS - SFO

BOSSFO

Boston Logan Intl

Fri 21/2

06:00-11:40

1 stop8h 40m

$197

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Best time to book a flight from Boston to San Francisco

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Travel insights for flights from Boston to San Francisco

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Boston to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on 15 November 2024.

The price you pay for your flight from Boston to San Francisco may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 29 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 Boston to San Francisco?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Boston to San Francisco (average of $879). Flying from Boston to San Francisco in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,167). 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 BOS to SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Boston to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 21 November 2024.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Boston to San Francisco as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Boston to San Francisco

Explore weekly flight availability from Boston to San Francisco. 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 21 November 2024.

The most flights from BOS to SFO are scheduled on a Wednesday (40 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (18 on average).

Rainfall in San Francisco by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco ranges from 0.0 - 112.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 112.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in San Francisco by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 17.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 11.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to 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 an airline for your flight to San Francisco. Reviews last updated 21 November 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Boston to San Francisco, see what other customers have to say about Alaska Airlines, United Airlines and Delta. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very Good
5,014 reviews
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Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Southwest
8.1
Very Good
5,014 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very Good
5,014 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
9,461 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very Good
5,014 reviews
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Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Delta
8.0
Very Good
8,756 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very Good
5,014 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

JetBlue
7.5
Good
3,394 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very Good
5,014 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,171 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very Good
5,014 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Boston to San Francisco. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Flights from Boston Logan Intl to San Francisco have been viewed 44 times in the past calendar month.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Boston to San Francisco round-trip from $267. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are United Airlines, from $352, and Delta, from $358. These flights start at 51% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    $183 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Delta. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Alaska Airlines and United Airlines, with prices starting from $190 and $197, respectively.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Boston to San Francisco are ANA (92%), Etihad Airways (91%) and Air China (90%).

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

    While on average a flight from Boston to San Francisco is generally $2,932, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $1,427. When looking at the most popular route, (Boston Logan Intl - San Francisco), you can expect to pay $671 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Boston to San Francisco 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 Boston to San Francisco?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Boston to San Francisco (average of $879). Flying from Boston to San Francisco in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,167). 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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