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$96+ Cheap flights from Austin to San Francisco (AUS - SFO)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AUS — SFO
Apr 21 — Apr 281
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Austin Bergstrom to San Francisco are usually found in August or September, booked 89 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Saturday

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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$206
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$96
(Mytrip)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$347

Good round-trip deal

$345 or less

Good one-way deal

$210 or less
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From Austin Bergstrom to San Francisco
One-way flight from Austin Bergstrom to San Francisco
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 0% potential increase in price ($2 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($4 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025
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Cheapest flights from Austin to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Austin to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 16, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Thu 4/2410:40 amAUS - SFO
1 stop13h 51mFrontier
Sun 4/2711:38 pmSFO - AUS
1 stop9h 21mFrontier
Deal found 4/16$198
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Sat 5/36:00 amAUS - SFO
1 stop20h 31mMultiple Airlines
Wed 6/46:54 pmSFO - AUS
Nonstop3h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/16$206
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 5/209:30 amAUS - SFO
Nonstop3h 56mAlaska Airlines
Tue 6/38:00 amSFO - AUS
1 stop6h 35mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/15$227
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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.
Wed 5/2110:00 amAUS - SFO
Nonstop3h 58mUnited Airlines
Sat 5/317:20 amSFO - AUS
Nonstop3h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/15$236
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 5/143:20 pmAUS - SFO
2 stops8h 55mSouthwest
Wed 5/2112:45 pmSFO - AUS
1 stop8h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 4/15$248
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 5/217:35 pmAUS - SFO
1 stop5h 34mDelta
Sun 6/16:05 amSFO - AUS
1 stop7h 01mDelta
Deal found 4/15$257
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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.
Tue 5/277:00 amAUS - SFO
1 stop5h 52mAmerican Airlines
Fri 5/3012:24 amSFO - AUS
1 stop7h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/15$272
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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.
Thu 5/159:30 amAUS - SFO
Nonstop3h 56mHawaiian Airlines
Sat 5/176:54 pmSFO - AUS
Nonstop3h 36mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 4/15$278

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

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AustinSan Francisco

AUS - SFO

AUSSFO

Austin Bergstrom

Sat 5/3

6:00 am-12:31 am

1 stop20h 31m

San Francisco

Wed 6/4

6:54 pm-12:30 am

Nonstop3h 36m

$206

AustinSan Francisco

AUS - SFO

AUSSFO

Austin Bergstrom

Sun 5/18

12:55 pm-12:09 am

1 stop13h 14m

San Francisco

Thu 5/22

9:42 am-11:40 pm

1 stop11h 58m

$218

AustinSan Francisco

AUS - SFO

AUSSFO

Austin Bergstrom

Tue 5/20

9:30 am-11:26 am

Nonstop3h 56m

San Francisco

Tue 6/3

8:00 am-4:35 pm

1 stop6h 35m

$227

AustinSan Francisco

AUS - SFO

AUSSFO

Austin Bergstrom

Wed 5/21

10:00 am-11:58 am

Nonstop3h 58m

San Francisco

Sat 5/31

7:20 am-1:10 pm

Nonstop3h 50m

$236

AustinSan Francisco

AUS - SFO

AUSSFO

Austin Bergstrom

Wed 5/21

7:35 pm-11:09 pm

1 stop5h 34m

San Francisco

Sun 6/1

6:05 am-3:06 pm

1 stop7h 01m

$257

AustinSan Francisco

AUS - SFO

AUSSFO

Austin Bergstrom

Tue 5/6

5:30 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop7h 25m

San Francisco

Thu 5/8

6:35 am-4:50 pm

2 stops8h 15m

$262

AustinSan Francisco

AUS - SFO

AUSSFO

Austin Bergstrom

Tue 5/27

7:00 am-10:52 am

1 stop5h 52m

San Francisco

Sat 5/31

11:30 pm-8:20 am

1 stop6h 50m

$272

AustinSan Francisco

AUS - SFO

AUSSFO

Austin Bergstrom

Mon 6/16

8:45 pm-10:29 pm

Nonstop3h 44m

San Francisco

Wed 6/25

1:59 pm-7:45 pm

Nonstop3h 46m

$279

AustinSan Francisco

AUS - SFO

AUSSFO

Austin Bergstrom

Wed 5/21

7:12 am-11:53 pm

1 stop18h 41m

$96

AustinSan Francisco

AUS - SFO

AUSSFO

Austin Bergstrom

Wed 5/21

10:00 am-11:58 am

Nonstop3h 58m

$109

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Austin to San Francisco in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightnetworkPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Austin-San Francisco flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Austin-San Francisco flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Austin-San Francisco flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Austin-San Francisco flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Austin-San Francisco flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

The best insider tips for Austin to San Francisco flights

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

Alaska's Premium Class offers extra legroom and free cocktails, ideal for a comfortable journey.


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United Airlines

United's Economy Plus offers extra legroom, enhancing comfort without breaking the bank.


United's MileagePlus allows pooling miles, great for family travel flexibility.

Airports
AUS

Expect long lines at AUS, especially during morning rush hours. Arrive early to avoid delays and enjoy live music performances while waiting.

Read more about AUSby Ramsey Qubein
SFO

Use BART for a cost-effective trip from SFO to downtown San Francisco. The journey takes about 40 minutes from the airport.

Read more about SFOby Harriet Baskas
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Robert Schrader

One of the web's original travel bloggers, Robert launched his first site Leave Your Daily Hell in 2009. Since then, he's expanded into destination niche sites (one each for Japan, Thailand and Taiwan), in addition to having written for the inflight magazines of Singapore Airlines and Korean Air. Overall, he's visited nearly 100 countries, and flies business as often as possible.

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Harriet Baskas

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Expert on United Airlines and SFO

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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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Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on AUS

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Ramsey Qubein

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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Best time to book a flight from Austin to San Francisco

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Austin to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on April 11, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Austin to San Francisco, you should look to book at least 89 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 Austin to San Francisco?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Austin to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Austin to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $393). 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 AUS to SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Austin to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 16, 2025.

When flying from Austin to San Francisco, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 61% versus a flight in the evening.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Austin to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on March 30, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Austin to San Francisco

Explore weekly flight availability from Austin to San Francisco. 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 April 16, 2025.

The most flights from AUS to SFO are scheduled on a Thursday (31 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (15 on average).

Rainfall in San Francisco by month

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

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.

Temperature in San Francisco by month

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

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).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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. Reviews last updated April 16, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Austin to San Francisco, such as Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Austin to San Francisco. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports do I use to fly from Austin to San Francisco?

    You will need to book a flight from Austin Bergstrom to San Francisco if you want to fly from Austin to San Francisco. At least 7 different airlines have flights from Austin Bergstrom (AUS) to San Francisco (SFO) on a regular basis. There are 26 flights to San Francisco from the Austin airport per day. If you manage to book one that is nonstop, then you can expect the flight time from AUS to SFO to be around 3h 40m.

  • How popular is this Austin to San Francisco flight route?

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

    Currently priced at $218, Frontier will fly you from Austin to San Francisco and back. In addition to Frontier, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Alaska Airlines and United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $227 and $236, respectively. Frontier is currently priced 39% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $96. However, be on the lookout for offers from United Airlines and Alaska Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Austin to San Francisco for a low price.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Austin to San Francisco consider choosing SkyWest Airlines (100%), Hawaiian Airlines (90%) or American Airlines (90%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $128. While the most popular route (Austin Bergstrom - San Francisco) can be booked for $181 on average our data indicates $1,237 when flying from Austin to San Francisco.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Austin to San Francisco?

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Phoenix?

    If you're on a layover in Phoenix and looking for things to do, consider visiting Chase Field, Desert Ridge Marketplace, or Phoenix Symphony Hall. Chase Field, Desert Ridge Marketplace, and Phoenix Symphony Hall are located about 4.0 mi, 16.7 mi, and 4.3 mi, respectively from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl. Travelers in need of a car in Phoenix can rent one for about $56 per day.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Denver?

    Denver travelers tend to visit Coors Field, Paramount Theatre, and 16th Street Mall more than any other notable places. Coors Field, Paramount Theatre, and 16th Street Mall can be visited by traveling about 18.4 mi, 18.6 mi, and 18.7 mi respectively from Denver Intl. Those landing in Denver looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $43 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Austin to San Francisco flights?

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Austin to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Austin to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $393). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$110Average$199FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$173Average$277FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
American AirlinesCheapest$202Average$441FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$222Average$346FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$228Average$348FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$237Average$405FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$276Average$381FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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