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$165+ Cheap flights from Baltimore to San Francisco (BWI - 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 6/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BWI — SFO
Apr 8 — Apr 151
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Baltimore/Washington to San Francisco are usually found in September or August, booked 77 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Baltimore to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Baltimore (BWI) to San Francisco (SFO). 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 April 3, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$290
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$165
(Delta)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$399
Provider with most accurate pricing for Baltimore/Washington-San Francisco flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Baltimore/Washington-San Francisco flights.
From Baltimore/Washington to San Francisco
One-way flight from Baltimore/Washington to San Francisco
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($34 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($6 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025

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Cheapest flights from Baltimore to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Baltimore to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 3, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/1012:05 pmBWI - SFO
1 stop14h 03mFrontier
Mon 4/1410:28 pmSFO - BWI
1 stop30h 57mFrontier
Deal found 4/1$290
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
Sun 4/279:39 pmBWI - SFO
1 stop18h 06mMultiple Airlines
Wed 4/308:35 amSFO - BWI
2 stops30h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/1$291
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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.
Mon 4/2812:05 pmBWI - SFO
1 stop8h 02mSun Country Air
Sun 5/46:09 pmSFO - BWI
1 stop14h 21mSun Country Air
Deal found 4/2$295
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 4/256:34 pmBWI - SFO
Nonstop6h 08mUnited Airlines
Sun 4/276:25 pmSFO - BWI
1 stop7h 53mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/1$299
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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.
Wed 4/237:06 amBWI - SFO
2 stops12h 14mAlaska Airlines
Fri 4/256:49 pmSFO - BWI
1 stop7h 57mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/2$303
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 6/113:00 pmBWI - SFO
Nonstop5h 50mSouthwest
Tue 7/85:25 amSFO - BWI
2 stops8h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 4/1$304
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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 4/2612:47 pmBWI - SFO
1 stop10h 27mDelta
Thu 5/112:47 amSFO - BWI
1 stop6h 43mDelta
Deal found 4/2$309
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 4/231:50 pmBWI - SFO
1 stop8h 50mAmerican Airlines
Sat 4/2612:21 amSFO - BWI
1 stop9h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/1$334

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

Fly from

Baltimore

Fly to

San Francisco

Route

Depart

Return

Price

BaltimoreSan Francisco

BWI - SFO

BWISFO

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 4/10

12:05 pm-11:08 pm

1 stop14h 03m

San Francisco

Mon 4/14

10:28 pm-8:25 am

1 stop30h 57m

$290

BaltimoreSan Francisco

BWI - SFO

BWISFO

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 4/27

9:39 pm-12:45 pm

1 stop18h 06m

San Francisco

Wed 4/30

8:35 am-5:53 pm

2 stops30h 18m

$291

BaltimoreSan Francisco

BWI - SFO

BWISFO

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 4/28

12:05 pm-5:07 pm

1 stop8h 02m

San Francisco

Sun 5/4

6:09 pm-11:30 am

1 stop14h 21m

$295

BaltimoreSan Francisco

BWI - SFO

BWISFO

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 4/25

6:34 pm-9:42 pm

Nonstop6h 08m

San Francisco

Sun 4/27

6:25 pm-5:18 am

1 stop7h 53m

$299

BaltimoreSan Francisco

BWI - SFO

BWISFO

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 4/23

7:06 am-4:20 pm

2 stops12h 14m

San Francisco

Fri 4/25

6:49 pm-5:46 am

1 stop7h 57m

$303

BaltimoreSan Francisco

BWI - SFO

BWISFO

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 6/11

3:00 pm-5:50 pm

Nonstop5h 50m

San Francisco

Sat 8/16

2:35 pm-5:00 am

2 stops11h 25m

$304

BaltimoreSan Francisco

BWI - SFO

BWISFO

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 4/26

7:05 am-12:35 pm

1 stop8h 30m

San Francisco

Mon 5/5

10:45 pm-9:12 am

1 stop7h 27m

$309

BaltimoreSan Francisco

BWI - SFO

BWISFO

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 4/23

1:50 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop8h 50m

San Francisco

Sat 5/3

12:21 am-12:57 pm

1 stop9h 36m

$334

BaltimoreSan Francisco

BWI - SFO

BWISFO

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 6/16

7:50 pm-12:48 am

1 stop7h 58m

$165

BaltimoreSan Francisco

BWI - SFO

BWISFO

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 6/28

12:25 pm-10:53 pm

1 stop13h 28m

$169

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Baltimore to San Francisco in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust 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 Baltimore-San Francisco flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Baltimore-San Francisco flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Baltimore-San Francisco flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Baltimore-San Francisco flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 Baltimore-San Francisco flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Baltimore to San Francisco

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Francisco from Baltimore with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Baltimore to San Francisco

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Baltimore to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on March 28, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Baltimore to San Francisco is 77 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Baltimore to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Baltimore 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 BWI to SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Baltimore 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 3, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Baltimore to San Francisco is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 54% on airfare.

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

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

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

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 3, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Baltimore to San Francisco, such as Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Baltimore 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 Baltimore to San Francisco?

    If you book a flight from Baltimore to San Francisco, you will be flying from Baltimore/Washington to San Francisco. Flights to San Francisco (SFO) from Baltimore/Washington (BWI) take 5h 45m for a nonstop flight. There are 5 flights from Baltimore/Washington to San Francisco per day from 8 airlines.

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

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

    Currently priced at $290, Frontier will fly you from Baltimore to San Francisco and back. In addition to Frontier, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Sun Country Air and United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $295 and $299, respectively. Frontier is 33% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Delta, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $165. However, be on the lookout for offers from Sun Country Air and Frontier, as they are both options that can get you from Baltimore to San Francisco for a low price.

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

    Consider Virgin Australia (95%), ANA (93%) or United Airlines (64%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Baltimore to San Francisco.

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $148. While the most popular route (Baltimore/Washington - San Francisco) can be booked for $236 on average our data indicates $2,060 when flying from Baltimore to San Francisco.

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

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

    The majority of Denver visitors spend their time at Coors Field, Paramount Theatre, and 16th Street Mall. Coors Field, Paramount Theatre, and 16th Street Mall are located about 18.4 mi, 18.6 mi, and 18.7 mi, respectively from Denver Intl. Travelers in need of a car in Denver can rent one for about $46 per day.

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

    If you're on a layover in Charlotte and looking for things to do, consider visiting Carowind, Mint Museum Uptown, or North Carolina Blumenthal Performing Arts Center. Those on a layover in Charlotte interested in visiting Carowind, Mint Museum Uptown, or North Carolina Blumenthal Performing Arts Center can do so by traveling 8.2 mi, 5.4 mi, and 5.8 mi, respectively from Charlotte Douglas. Those looking to explore during their layover in Charlotte can rent a car from Charlotte Douglas for about $49 per day.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Baltimore to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Baltimore 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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Top 8 airlines flying from Baltimore to San Francisco

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Baltimore to San Francisco. 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 April 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$91Average$220FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$101Average$236FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$258Average$359FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$266Average$416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$289Average$473FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$301Average$395FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Sun Country AirCheapest$306Average$360FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%

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