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$53+ Cheap flights from St. Louis (STL) to San Francisco Bay Area

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STL — SFO
Nov 19 — Nov 261
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from St. Louis (STL) 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 November 14, 2024.

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This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/239:29 pmSTL - SJC
1 stop18h 20mFrontier
Fri 1/312:35 pmSJC - STL
1 stop17h 38mFrontier
Deal found 11/12$149
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/14. 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 12/75:05 amSTL - SFO
1 stop9h 53mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/910:10 pmSFO - STL
1 stop8h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/14$226
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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.
Wed 11/205:17 amSTL - SJC
1 stop7h 36mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/44:09 pmSJC - STL
1 stop5h 48mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/13$226
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/14. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/66:46 pmSTL - SFO
1 stop7h 25mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/127:30 amSFO - STL
2 stops14h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/14$227
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/209:29 pmSTL - SFO
1 stop20h 48mFrontier
Wed 12/253:03 pmSFO - STL
1 stop28h 16mFrontier
Deal found 11/13$235
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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.
Fri 12/206:00 amSTL - SFO
1 stop8h 06mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/256:35 pmSFO - STL
Nonstop3h 53mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/13$237
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/14. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/1012:15 pmSTL - OAK
3 stops23h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/163:33 pmOAK - STL
2 stops21h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/14$245
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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.
Wed 12/116:30 pmSTL - OAK
1 stop7h 44mDelta
Wed 12/185:14 pmOAK - STL
1 stop5h 51mDelta
Deal found 11/13$256
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/14. 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 12/93:26 pmSTL - SFO
1 stop9h 44mDelta
Fri 12/1312:25 amSFO - STL
1 stop8h 15mDelta
Deal found 11/14$256
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/14. 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.
Wed 12/46:35 pmSTL - SJC
1 stop7h 22mDelta
Wed 12/115:40 amSJC - STL
1 stop5h 50mDelta
Deal found 11/14$256
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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.
Sun 11/246:30 amSTL - SJC
1 stop7h 29mUnited Airlines
Fri 11/298:30 amSJC - STL
1 stop6h 02mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/12$316
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/14. 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.
Wed 12/44:45 pmSTL - SFO
1 stop7h 50mSouthwest
Tue 12/1011:20 amSFO - STL
2 stops8h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 11/14$321

Find flights from St. Louis to San Francisco Bay Area within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from St. Louis 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 2,752,363 searches. Data last updated November 14, 2024.

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St. LouisSan Jose

STL - SJC

STLSJC

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 1/30

8:31 pm-4:29 pm

1 stop21h 58m

San Jose

Sun 2/2

1:11 pm-9:16 am

1 stop18h 05m

$136

St. LouisSan Francisco

STL - SFO

STLSFO

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 12/7

5:05 am-12:58 pm

1 stop9h 53m

San Francisco

Mon 12/9

10:10 pm-8:54 am

1 stop8h 44m

$226

St. LouisSan Jose

STL - SJC

STLSJC

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 12/5

8:30 am-1:39 pm

1 stop7h 09m

San Jose

Sun 12/8

6:30 am-3:34 pm

1 stop7h 04m

$226

St. LouisSan Francisco

STL - SFO

STLSFO

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 1/14

10:55 am-5:13 pm

1 stop8h 18m

San Francisco

Sat 1/18

1:00 pm-6:59 pm

Nonstop3h 59m

$227

St. LouisSan Francisco

STL - SFO

STLSFO

Lambert-St Louis

Fri 12/20

9:29 pm-4:17 pm

1 stop20h 48m

San Francisco

Wed 12/25

3:03 pm-9:19 pm

1 stop28h 16m

$235

St. LouisOakland

STL - OAK

STLOAK

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 1/21

2:49 pm-10:01 am

1 stop21h 12m

Oakland

Tue 1/28

7:46 pm-1:53 pm

1 stop16h 07m

$236

St. LouisSan Jose

STL - SJC

STLSJC

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 2/8

1:45 pm-9:28 pm

1 stop9h 43m

San Jose

Sat 2/15

6:10 am-4:33 pm

1 stop8h 23m

$236

St. LouisOakland

STL - OAK

STLOAK

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 12/10

12:15 pm-9:25 am

3 stops23h 10m

Oakland

Mon 12/16

3:33 pm-3:21 pm

2 stops21h 48m

$245

St. LouisSan Francisco

STL - SFO

STLSFO

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 4/8

7:00 am-2:18 pm

1 stop9h 18m

San Francisco

Tue 4/15

6:40 am-12:01 am

1 stop15h 21m

$246

St. LouisOakland

STL - OAK

STLOAK

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 12/11

6:30 pm-12:14 am

1 stop7h 44m

Oakland

Wed 12/18

5:14 pm-1:05 am

1 stop5h 51m

$256

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Best time to book a flight from St. Louis to San Francisco Bay Area

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Travel insights for flights from St. Louis to San Francisco Bay Area

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from St. Louis to San Francisco Bay Area?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from St. Louis to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $276). Flying from St. Louis to San Francisco Bay Area in June is currently the most expensive (average of $381). 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 STL to XIH?

Find hourly flight availability from St. Louis 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 November 14, 2024.

When flying from St. Louis to San Francisco Bay Area, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from St. Louis to San Francisco Bay Area

Explore weekly flight availability from St. Louis 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 November 14, 2024.

The most flights from STL to zzXIH are scheduled on a Thursday (7 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 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 November 14, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown American Airlines, Southwest and United Airlines from St. Louis to San Francisco Bay Area. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,045 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,045 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,045 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,439 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,045 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,788 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,045 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,194 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,045 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,045 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.3

Overall

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from St. Louis to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 St. Louis to San Francisco Bay Area?

    Lambert-St Louis (STL) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from St. Louis to San Francisco Bay Area. It is only a 12.7 mi journey to Lambert-St Louis (STL) from St. Louis’s city center.

  • How popular is this St. Louis to San Francisco Bay Area flight route?

    Within the past month, 6 users have taken a look at flights from Lambert-St Louis to San Francisco Bay Area.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $53. However, be on the lookout for offers from United Airlines and Alaska Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from St. Louis to San Francisco Bay Area for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from St. Louis to San Francisco Bay Area?

    Most travelers choose Lambert-St Louis - San Francisco, Lambert-St Louis - San Jose or Lambert-St Louis - Oakland when deciding on the best route from St. Louis to San Francisco Bay Area.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from St. Louis to San Francisco Bay Area?

    Before booking your flight to San Francisco Bay Area from St. Louis, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Asiana Airlines (92%), United Airlines (91%), Air New Zealand( 89%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from St. Louis to San Francisco Bay Area?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $156. While the most popular route (Lambert-St Louis - San Francisco) can be booked for $178 on average our data indicates $493 when flying from St. Louis to San Francisco Bay Area.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from St. Louis to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $276). Flying from St. Louis to San Francisco Bay Area in June is currently the most expensive (average of $381). 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 6 airlines flying from St. Louis to San Francisco Bay Area

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from St. Louis 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 2,752,363 searches. Data last updated November 14, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$78Average$189FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$120Average$193FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$235Average$373FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$235Average$467FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$236Average$393FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$261Average$454FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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