San Francisco Bay Area

$22+ Cheap flights from California to San Francisco Bay Area

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LAX — SFO
Jan 26 — Feb 21
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Cheap flight deals from California to San Francisco Bay Area

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from California (USCA) to San Francisco Bay Area (zzXIH). 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 January 21, 2025.

Round-trip from

$37
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$27
(Cheapflightsfares)
From California to San Francisco Bay Area
One-way flight from California to San Francisco Bay Area

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Cheapest flights from California to San Francisco Bay Area
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to San Francisco Bay Area. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 21, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/76:00 amONT - SFO
Nonstop1h 35mFrontier
Mon 2/109:59 pmSFO - ONT
Nonstop1h 25mFrontier
Deal found 1/21$37
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 1/317:48 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 51mFrontier
Mon 2/38:06 amSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 44mFrontier
Deal found 1/19$38
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 1/307:48 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 51mMultiple Airlines
Mon 2/37:40 amSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$44
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Thu 1/309:23 amSNA - OAK
Nonstop1h 19mSpirit Airlines
Sun 2/27:00 amOAK - SNA
Nonstop1h 28mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/19$48
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Tue 1/288:28 amLAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 36mFrontier
Wed 1/297:00 pmSFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 32mFrontier
Deal found 1/20$48
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Sat 2/227:00 amBUR - SFO
Nonstop1h 28mUnited Airlines
Sat 2/2210:50 amSFO - BUR
Nonstop1h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/21$52
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/29:00 amBUR - SFO
Nonstop1h 33mMultiple Airlines
Wed 2/58:40 amSFO - BUR
Nonstop1h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/21$53
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/39:10 amBUR - SFO
Nonstop1h 33mFrontier
Thu 2/69:40 amSFO - BUR
Nonstop1h 20mFrontier
Deal found 1/20$54
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/54:18 pmLAX - SJC
1 stop4h 21mSpirit Airlines
Wed 2/127:34 amSJC - LAX
Nonstop1h 24mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/21$55
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Tue 2/47:55 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 41mAlaska Airlines
Wed 2/56:00 amSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 36mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/21$57
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 2/46:15 amONT - SFO
Nonstop1h 31mUnited Airlines
Thu 2/64:24 pmSFO - ONT
Nonstop1h 33mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/21$57
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Sat 2/85:17 pmBUR - SFO
Nonstop1h 43mAlaska Airlines
Tue 2/118:40 amSFO - BUR
Nonstop1h 14mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/20$57

Find flights from California to San Francisco Bay Area within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from California to San Francisco Bay Area 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 21, 2025.

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OntarioSan Francisco

ONT - SFO

ONTSFO

Ontario

Fri 2/7

6:00 am-7:35 am

Nonstop1h 35m

San Francisco

Mon 2/10

9:59 pm-11:24 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$37

San DiegoSan Francisco

SAN - SFO

SANSFO

San Diego

Fri 1/31

7:48 pm-9:39 pm

Nonstop1h 51m

San Francisco

Sun 2/2

8:06 am-9:50 am

Nonstop1h 44m

$38

San DiegoSan Francisco

SAN - SFO

SANSFO

San Diego

Fri 1/31

7:48 pm-9:39 pm

Nonstop1h 51m

San Francisco

Tue 2/4

7:40 am-9:17 am

Nonstop1h 37m

$44

Santa AnaOakland

SNA - OAK

SNAOAK

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 2/13

9:10 am-10:33 am

Nonstop1h 23m

Oakland

Sat 2/15

6:46 am-8:15 am

Nonstop1h 29m

$48

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Tue 2/4

8:28 am-10:04 am

Nonstop1h 36m

San Francisco

Sat 2/8

7:00 pm-8:32 pm

Nonstop1h 32m

$48

BurbankSan Francisco

BUR - SFO

BURSFO

Burbank Bob Hope

Fri 1/31

9:10 am-10:43 am

Nonstop1h 33m

San Francisco

Mon 2/3

9:40 am-11:00 am

Nonstop1h 20m

$50

BurbankSan Francisco

BUR - SFO

BURSFO

Burbank Bob Hope

Sat 2/22

7:00 am-8:28 am

Nonstop1h 28m

San Francisco

Sat 2/22

10:50 am-12:12 pm

Nonstop1h 22m

$52

Los AngelesSan Jose

LAX - SJC

LAXSJC

Los Angeles

Wed 2/12

5:25 am-6:38 am

Nonstop1h 13m

San Jose

Thu 2/13

3:28 pm-4:50 pm

Nonstop1h 22m

$52

BurbankSan Francisco

BUR - SFO

BURSFO

Burbank Bob Hope

Sun 2/2

9:00 am-10:33 am

Nonstop1h 33m

San Francisco

Wed 2/5

8:40 am-9:54 am

Nonstop1h 14m

$53

San DiegoSan Francisco

SAN - SFO

SANSFO

San Diego

Tue 2/4

7:55 pm-9:36 pm

Nonstop1h 41m

San Francisco

Sat 2/8

7:40 am-9:17 am

Nonstop1h 37m

$57

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Best time to book a flight from California to San Francisco Bay Area

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Travel insights for flights from California to San Francisco Bay Area

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to San Francisco Bay Area?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $276). Flying from California to San Francisco Bay Area in June is currently the most expensive (average of $405). 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 CA to XIH?

Find hourly flight availability from California to San Francisco Bay Area. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 21, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from California to San Francisco Bay Area

Explore weekly flight availability from California to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 January 21, 2025.

The most flights from USCA to zzXIH are scheduled on a Monday (159 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (96 on average).

Rainfall in San Francisco Bay Area by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco Bay Area 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 Bay Area when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Francisco Bay Area by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco Bay Area, 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).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco Bay Area

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 Bay Area. Reviews last updated January 21, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with American Airlines, Frontier and Alaska Airlines from California to San Francisco Bay Area have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Very good
4,662 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.0
Very good
9,706 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.4
Good
3,201 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.4
Good
8,985 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Related info for your journey

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  • How popular is this California to San Francisco Bay Area flight route?

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from California to San Francisco Bay Area one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $27. United Airlines flights start at $29 while deals on Frontier start at $29 one-way.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from California to San Francisco Bay Area?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from California to San Francisco Bay Area?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to San Francisco Bay Area 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 California to San Francisco Bay Area?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $276). Flying from California to San Francisco Bay Area in June is currently the most expensive (average of $405). 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 10 airlines flying from California to San Francisco Bay Area

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$19Average$74FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$30Average$102FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
JetBlueCheapest$45Average$475FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$45Average$294FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$46Average$224FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Avelo AirlinesCheapest$61Average$137FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$68Average$248FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$73Average$141FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$91Average$426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$98Average$289FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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