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$79+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Dallas

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Apr 2 — Apr 91
Wed 4/2
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$152
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One-way from

$79
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Dallas
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This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/2512:11 amSFO - DFW
Nonstop3h 38mFrontier
Tue 4/298:59 pmDFW - SFO
Nonstop4h 09mFrontier
Deal found 3/27$138
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/266:00 amSFO - DFW
Nonstop3h 32mAmerican Airlines
Tue 4/297:20 amDFW - SFO
Nonstop4h 06mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/27$179
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/39:00 amSFO - DAL
1 stop8h 05mSouthwest
Tue 5/61:40 pmDAL - SFO
1 stop7h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 3/27$199
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/64:55 pmSFO - DFW
Nonstop3h 40mUnited Airlines
Thu 5/81:10 pmDFW - SFO
Nonstop4h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/27$217
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/2512:11 amSFO - DFW
Nonstop3h 38mMultiple Airlines
Wed 4/308:00 amDFW - SFO
1 stop7h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$236
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/1911:55 pmSFO - DAL
1 stop7h 31mDelta
Tue 4/2211:56 amDAL - SFO
1 stop8h 11mDelta
Deal found 3/27$237
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/266:30 amSFO - DFW
1 stop8h 51mDelta
Sat 5/37:00 amDFW - SFO
1 stop8h 18mDelta
Deal found 3/28$237
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/27:00 amSFO - DAL
1 stop8h 23mAlaska Airlines
Mon 5/56:23 pmDAL - SFO
2 stops23h 57mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/27$274
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/128:00 amSFO - DAL
1 stop7h 23mHawaiian Airlines
Wed 5/146:23 pmDAL - SFO
1 stop7h 21mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 3/27$312
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/306:15 pmSFO - DFW
1 stop13h 49mSun Country Air
Mon 11/311:56 amDFW - SFO
1 stop7h 22mSun Country Air
Deal found 3/28$325

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Dallas that are best for you.

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San FranciscoDallas

SFO - DFW

SFODFW

San Francisco

Fri 4/25

12:11 am-5:49 am

Nonstop3h 38m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Tue 4/29

8:59 pm-11:08 pm

Nonstop4h 09m

$138

San FranciscoDallas

SFO - DFW

SFODFW

San Francisco

Sat 4/26

6:00 am-11:32 am

Nonstop3h 32m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Tue 4/29

7:20 am-9:26 am

Nonstop4h 06m

$179

San FranciscoDallas

SFO - DAL

SFODAL

San Francisco

Sat 5/3

9:00 am-7:05 pm

1 stop8h 05m

Dallas Love Field

Tue 5/6

1:40 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop7h 05m

$199

San FranciscoDallas

SFO - DFW

SFODFW

San Francisco

Tue 5/6

4:55 pm-10:35 pm

Nonstop3h 40m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Thu 5/8

1:10 pm-3:10 pm

Nonstop4h 00m

$217

San FranciscoDallas

SFO - DFW

SFODFW

San Francisco

Fri 4/25

12:11 am-5:49 am

Nonstop3h 38m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Wed 4/30

8:00 am-1:32 pm

1 stop7h 32m

$236

San FranciscoDallas

SFO - DAL

SFODAL

San Francisco

Sat 4/19

11:55 pm-9:26 am

1 stop7h 31m

Dallas Love Field

Tue 4/22

11:56 am-6:07 pm

1 stop8h 11m

$237

San FranciscoDallas

SFO - DFW

SFODFW

San Francisco

Sat 4/26

6:30 am-5:21 pm

1 stop8h 51m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sat 5/3

7:00 am-1:18 pm

1 stop8h 18m

$237

San FranciscoDallas

SFO - DAL

SFODAL

San Francisco

Fri 5/2

7:00 am-5:23 pm

1 stop8h 23m

Dallas Love Field

Mon 5/5

6:23 pm-4:20 pm

2 stops23h 57m

$274

San FranciscoDallas

SFO - DAL

SFODAL

San Francisco

Mon 5/12

8:00 am-5:23 pm

1 stop7h 23m

Dallas Love Field

Wed 5/14

6:23 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop7h 21m

$312

San FranciscoDallas

SFO - DFW

SFODFW

San Francisco

Fri 5/16

12:09 am-5:44 am

Nonstop3h 35m

$79

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The best insider tips for San Francisco to Dallas flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your San Francisco to Dallas trip
Airlines
Frontier

Frontier's UpFront Plus offers a guaranteed empty middle seat for extra comfort.


Early morning flights have a better chance of on-time departure and arrival.

Read more about Frontierby Marisa Garcia
United Airlines

Basic Economy allows only a personal item; no carry-on bags without extra fees.


Economy Plus offers extra legroom seats towards the front of the economy cabin.

Read more about United Airlinesby Harriet Baskas
Airports
SFO

Save time at SFO by using the SFO2Go program to order meals for pickup during busy times.

Read more about SFOby Harriet Baskas
DFW

Upon arrival at DFW, use the DART Orange Line for a convenient connection to downtown Dallas from Terminal A.

Read more about DFWby Chris Dong
Our travel experts
Marisa Garcia

Marisa Garcia

Expert on Frontier

Marisa Garcia

Marisa Garcia

Marisa knows planes inside and out, spending 16 years working on aircraft in hangars at airports around the world. She is an aviation industry expert, specialized in airline interiors and regulations. Ten years ago, she pivoted to journalism. She shares her insights in leading aviation, travel, and business publications and on her site FlightChic.

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Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on United Airlines and SFO

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Chris Dong

Chris Dong

Expert on DFW

Chris Dong

Chris Dong

Chris is a consumer travel reporter covering aviation, trending travel news, hotels, and loyalty programs—all for leading global publications like Travel + Leisure, The Washington Post, AFAR, and more. In addition to writing, Chris is a video host for Travel + Leisure, giving consumers an inside look at the latest in air travel.

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Dallas

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Dallas from San Francisco with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to Dallas

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Dallas. Price data was last updated on March 21, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Francisco to Dallas, you should look to book at least 59 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Dallas (average of $216). Flying from San Francisco to Dallas in March is currently the most expensive (average of $295). 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 DFW?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to Dallas. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 28, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from San Francisco to Dallas in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 38% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to Dallas?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Dallas. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Dallas flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Dallas

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Dallas. 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 March 28, 2025.

The most flights from SFO to A78 are scheduled on a Thursday (51 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 Dallas by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Dallas ranges from 1.9 - 4.9 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. August is typically the driest time to visit Dallas when rainfall is around 1.9 in.

Temperature in Dallas by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Dallas, 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 86.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 46.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Dallas

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Dallas. 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 Dallas. Reviews last updated March 28, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta from San Francisco to Dallas have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,798 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,897 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,336 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,603 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Francisco to Dallas?

    San Francisco (SFO) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from San Francisco to Dallas. You should not have trouble finding flights to Dallas from San Francisco; the airport handles an average of 25 outbound flights to Dallas per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 7 airlines have flights from the San Francisco airport to Dallas. It is only a 11.8 mi journey to San Francisco (SFO) from San Francisco’s city center.

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

    Flying on Frontier is currently your cheapest option to Dallas, with prices starting at $152. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by United Airlines and American Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $179 and $189, respectively. You may be able to fly from San Francisco to Dallas for 46% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San Francisco to Dallas are Frontier ($79), American Airlines ($99), and Southwest ($100).

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from San Francisco to Dallas consider choosing ANA (91%), Air Canada (88%) or Virgin Australia (88%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from San Francisco to Dallas? While on average our users pay $1,073, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $81. The most popular route (San Francisco - Dallas/Fort Worth), is priced around $179.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Dallas (average of $216). Flying from San Francisco to Dallas in March is currently the most expensive (average of $295). 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 7 airlines flying from San Francisco to Dallas

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco to Dallas. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$57Average$214FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$75Average$194FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$129Average$1,026FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$152Average$378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$171Average$325FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$185Average$437FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$409FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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