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

Booking 86 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights to San Francisco. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What airport do you fly into for flights to San Francisco?

Most people fly into San Francisco (SFO) if they book a flight to San Francisco. San Francisco is conveniently located just 11.8 mi from San Francisco’s city center. On average, San Francisco has 127 flights from New York per day from 10 airlines.

What is the cheapest month to fly to San Francisco?

January is currently the cheapest month to fly to San Francisco . At this moment in time June is the most expensive month. These prices are determined by multiple factors and booking in advance can help keep costs down if your schedule is not as flexible.

Can I find cheaper flights to San Francisco if I am willing to have layovers?

Yes, flights with layovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to San Francisco on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

What is the best airline to fly to San Francisco?

Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Spirit Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to San Francisco.

What is the cheapest airport to fly to in San Francisco?

San Francisco is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in San Francisco. One-way flights to San Francisco typically cost $38, while round-trip flights cost around $58.

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

A round-trip flight to San Francisco will typically cost around $3,786, however they can be found for as little as $58.

Where does the fastest flight to San Francisco depart from?

For those looking to save time traveling to San Francisco, Monterey Regional offers the quickest one-way flight (0 hours 50 minutes).

Does San Francisco have rental cars?

Yes. Those touching down at San Francisco can take advantage of the rental car services offered upon their arrival.

Are there hotels close to San Francisco?

Yes. San Francisco has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Grand Hyatt At Sfo is the closest property to San Francisco (1.0 mi away from San Francisco).

When is the cheapest time to fly to San Francisco?

Users looking for the lowest fares to San Francisco should consider flying on Tuesday evenings, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travelers will want to avoid Sunday afternoons, when prices are usually at their highest.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to San Francisco?

The most popular airlines flying from New York to San Francisco are United Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Delta.

How long is the flight to San Francisco?

On average, a flight from New York to San Francisco takes 11 hours 11 minutes. Flights to San Francisco from other popular cities in USA will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

Weekly flight availability to San Francisco

The most flights from New York to San Francisco are scheduled on a Thursday (174 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (82 on average).

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to San Francisco?

The cheapest airlines flying from New York to San Francisco are Spirit Airlines, Frontier and JetBlue.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

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 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

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American Airlines' Main Cabin Extra offers 34-35” legroom, enhancing comfort on longer flights.

American Airlines' Flagship Business class provides 6’ 7” lay-flat beds and 16” HD screens.

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