San Francisco Bay Area

$27+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to San Francisco Bay Area

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SAN — SFO
Dec 27 — Jan 31
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) 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 December 22, 2024.

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From San Diego to San Francisco Bay Area
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to San Francisco Bay Area
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to San Francisco Bay Area. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 22, 2024.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/312:22 pmSAN - OAK
Nonstop1h 35mSpirit Airlines
Fri 1/34:52 pmOAK - SAN
Nonstop1h 29mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/21$63
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/244:37 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 43mFrontier
Wed 1/112:59 pmSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 41mFrontier
Deal found 12/20$69
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/304:42 pmSAN - SJC
Nonstop1h 23mSpirit Airlines
Sat 1/48:43 amSJC - SAN
Nonstop1h 22mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/21$78
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Sat 12/286:15 amSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/112:59 pmSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/21$133
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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.
Thu 12/2611:00 amSAN - SJC
Nonstop1h 27mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/297:26 pmSJC - SAN
1 stop13h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/22$188
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Sat 12/286:15 amSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 50mAlaska Airlines
Mon 12/307:42 amSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 38mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/21$207
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 12/318:51 pmSAN - SFO
1 stop3h 34mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/17:52 pmSFO - SAN
1 stop4h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/22$229
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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.
Mon 12/306:30 amSAN - SFO
1 stop6h 01mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/29:15 amSFO - SAN
1 stop6h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/22$246
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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.
Sun 12/297:05 pmSAN - SFO
1 stop5h 23mDelta
Thu 1/29:29 amSFO - SAN
1 stop5h 57mDelta
Deal found 12/22$267
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/284:05 pmSAN - SFO
1 stop7h 00mSouthwest
Sat 1/45:20 amSFO - SAN
1 stop8h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 12/21$271
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/309:50 amSAN - SJC
1 stop6h 50mFrontier
Tue 12/317:26 pmSJC - SAN
1 stop13h 50mFrontier
Deal found 12/22$329
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/305:10 pmSAN - SJC
1 stop6h 49mDelta
Sat 1/49:45 amSJC - SAN
1 stop5h 41mDelta
Deal found 12/21$337

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

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego 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 December 22, 2024.

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SAN - OAK

SANOAK

San Diego

Thu 2/20

1:46 pm-3:19 pm

Nonstop1h 33m

Oakland

Mon 2/24

11:22 am-12:51 pm

Nonstop1h 29m

$48

San DiegoSan Francisco

SAN - SFO

SANSFO

San Diego

Mon 1/6

4:01 pm-5:44 pm

Nonstop1h 43m

San Francisco

Sat 1/11

8:04 am-9:45 am

Nonstop1h 41m

$53

San DiegoSan Francisco

SAN - SFO

SANSFO

San Diego

Tue 1/14

7:55 pm-9:36 pm

Nonstop1h 41m

San Francisco

Fri 1/31

7:40 am-9:17 am

Nonstop1h 37m

$57

San DiegoSan Jose

SAN - SJC

SANSJC

San Diego

Wed 1/8

12:46 pm-2:13 pm

Nonstop1h 27m

San Jose

Mon 1/13

5:09 pm-6:31 pm

Nonstop1h 22m

$65

San DiegoOakland

SAN - OAK

SANOAK

San Diego

Fri 1/17

3:51 pm-5:24 pm

Nonstop1h 33m

Oakland

Mon 1/20

6:19 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop17h 46m

$78

San DiegoSan Francisco

SAN - SFO

SANSFO

San Diego

Wed 2/5

12:55 pm-6:02 pm

1 stop5h 07m

San Francisco

Wed 2/12

7:40 am-9:17 am

Nonstop1h 37m

$79

San DiegoSan Jose

SAN - SJC

SANSJC

San Diego

Thu 1/9

10:35 am-4:23 pm

1 stop5h 48m

San Jose

Thu 1/16

12:23 pm-1:46 pm

Nonstop1h 23m

$94

San DiegoSan Francisco

SAN - SFO

SANSFO

San Diego

Tue 1/28

5:30 pm-7:10 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

San Francisco

Thu 1/30

3:40 pm-5:10 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$97

San DiegoSan Jose

SAN - SJC

SANSJC

San Diego

Tue 2/25

9:17 pm-10:45 pm

Nonstop1h 28m

San Jose

Sat 3/1

6:15 am-7:40 am

Nonstop1h 25m

$97

San DiegoSan Jose

SAN - SJC

SANSJC

San Diego

Thu 1/9

10:35 am-4:23 pm

1 stop5h 48m

San Jose

Thu 1/16

1:11 pm-11:52 pm

1 stop10h 41m

$100

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

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Travel insights for flights from San Diego to San Francisco Bay Area

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $276). Flying from San Diego to San Francisco Bay Area in June is currently the most expensive (average of $406). 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 SAN to XIH?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego 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 December 22, 2024.

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

Weekly flight availability from San Diego to San Francisco Bay Area

Explore weekly flight availability from San Diego 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 December 22, 2024.

The most flights from SAN to zzXIH are scheduled on a Friday (77 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (31 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 December 22, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown United Airlines, Frontier and Alaska Airlines from San Diego to San Francisco Bay Area. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.0
Very good
9,549 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.0
Very good
8,594 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.4
Good
9,028 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

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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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Diego to San Francisco Bay Area?

    Most people fly from San Diego (SAN) if they book a flight from San Diego to San Francisco Bay Area. San Diego is conveniently located just 2.6 mi from San Diego’s city center.

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

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San Diego to San Francisco Bay Area are Spirit Airlines ($27), United Airlines ($29), and Frontier ($34).

  • What are the most popular routes from San Diego to San Francisco Bay Area?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Diego to San Francisco Bay Area?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from San Diego to San Francisco Bay Area consider choosing ANA (83%), United Airlines (77%) or SWISS (77%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Diego to San Francisco Bay Area?

    On average you can expect to pay $759 for a flight from San Diego to San Francisco Bay Area. The cheapest flight overall is $31 while the most popular route, (San Diego - San Francisco) is currently priced at $49.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Diego 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 San Diego to San Francisco Bay Area.

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $276). Flying from San Diego to San Francisco Bay Area in June is currently the most expensive (average of $406). 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 8 airlines flying from San Diego to San Francisco Bay Area

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from San Diego to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 December 22, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$27Average$70FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$33Average$100FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$79Average$260FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$98Average$229FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$111Average$247FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$161Average$322FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
CitizenPlaneCheapest$180Average$196FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$223Average$424FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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