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$86+ Cheap flights from Chesapeake, VA to San Francisco (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 4/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Feb 25 — Mar 41
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The best prices from Chesapeake to San Francisco are usually found in October or August, booked 1 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

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Round-trip from

$150
(Frontier)

One-way from

$91
(Frontier)

Popular in

June

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October

Average price

$496
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Cheapest flights from Chesapeake to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chesapeake to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Sat 3/2911:37 amORF - SFO
1 stop14h 15mFrontier
Mon 4/711:58 pmSFO - ORF
1 stop11h 33mFrontier
Deal found 2/20$150
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/26:00 pmORF - SFO
1 stop9h 05mJetBlue
Sat 5/106:00 amSFO - ORF
1 stop8h 05mJetBlue
Deal found 2/20$273
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/305:49 amORF - SFO
2 stops13h 53mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/39:57 pmSFO - ORF
1 stop9h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$324
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/194:22 pmORF - SFO
1 stop11h 00mDelta
Wed 3/262:19 pmSFO - ORF
1 stop6h 44mDelta
Deal found 2/19$351
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/1912:05 pmORF - SFO
2 stops10h 25mSouthwest
Wed 3/267:20 pmSFO - ORF
2 stops11h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 2/19$386
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Tue 3/253:13 pmORF - SFO
1 stop8h 49mAmerican Airlines
Thu 3/271:36 pmSFO - ORF
1 stop7h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$399
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Tue 3/256:00 amORF - SFO
2 stops14h 48mUnited Airlines
Thu 3/271:03 pmSFO - ORF
1 stop7h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$457
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 11/155:51 amORF - SFO
2 stops13h 23mAlaska Airlines
Wed 11/1910:00 amSFO - ORF
1 stop8h 53mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 2/20$532
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Thu 6/199:40 pmORF - SFO
2 stops17h 04mBreeze Airways
Tue 6/2412:33 pmSFO - ORF
3 stops22h 01mBreeze Airways
Deal found 2/20$1,157

Find flights from Chesapeake to San Francisco within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Chesapeake to San Francisco 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 February 20, 2025.

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NorfolkSan Francisco

ORF - SFO

ORFSFO

Norfolk

Sat 3/29

11:37 am-10:52 pm

1 stop14h 15m

San Francisco

Mon 4/7

11:58 pm-2:31 pm

1 stop11h 33m

$150

NorfolkSan Francisco

ORF - SFO

ORFSFO

Norfolk

Fri 5/2

6:00 pm-12:05 am

1 stop9h 05m

San Francisco

Sat 5/10

6:00 am-5:05 pm

1 stop8h 05m

$273

NorfolkSan Francisco

ORF - SFO

ORFSFO

Norfolk

Wed 4/30

5:49 am-4:42 pm

2 stops13h 53m

San Francisco

Sat 5/3

9:57 pm-10:31 am

1 stop9h 34m

$324

NorfolkSan Francisco

ORF - SFO

ORFSFO

Norfolk

Wed 3/19

4:22 pm-12:22 am

1 stop11h 00m

San Francisco

Wed 3/26

2:19 pm-12:03 am

1 stop6h 44m

$351

NorfolkSan Francisco

ORF - SFO

ORFSFO

Norfolk

Sat 4/5

4:27 pm-10:51 pm

1 stop9h 24m

San Francisco

Tue 4/8

12:21 am-10:19 am

1 stop6h 58m

$354

NorfolkSan Francisco

ORF - SFO

ORFSFO

Norfolk

Wed 3/19

12:05 pm-7:30 pm

2 stops10h 25m

San Francisco

Wed 3/26

7:20 pm-9:40 am

2 stops11h 20m

$386

NorfolkSan Francisco

ORF - SFO

ORFSFO

Norfolk

Sat 4/5

8:05 pm-1:22 am

1 stop8h 17m

San Francisco

Thu 4/10

6:30 am-4:49 pm

1 stop7h 19m

$395

NorfolkSan Francisco

ORF - SFO

ORFSFO

Norfolk

Sat 3/22

3:16 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop8h 44m

San Francisco

Fri 3/28

8:20 am-11:04 pm

2 stops11h 44m

$547

NorfolkSan Francisco

ORF - SFO

ORFSFO

Norfolk

Thu 6/19

9:40 pm-11:44 am

2 stops17h 04m

San Francisco

Tue 6/24

12:33 pm-1:34 pm

3 stops22h 01m

$1,157

NorfolkSan Francisco

ORF - SFO

ORFSFO

Norfolk

Mon 4/7

5:58 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop30h 32m

$86

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Best time to book a flight from Chesapeake to San Francisco

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Travel insights for flights from Chesapeake to San Francisco

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chesapeake to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Chesapeake to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $403). 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 C6E to SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Chesapeake 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 February 20, 2025.

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

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Chesapeake to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chesapeake to San Francisco flight should consider departing on Thursday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon 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 February 20, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Breeze Airways and Alaska Airlines from Chesapeake to San Francisco to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

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

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

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

Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
150 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

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

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,692 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

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

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,220 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

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

JetBlue
7.4
Good
3,070 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

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 Chesapeake 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 airport do you fly into for flights to San Francisco from Chesapeake?

    For a flight from Chesapeake to San Francisco, you will be flying into San Francisco. San Francisco (SFO) is just 11.8 mi from the center of the city. San Francisco is the only San Francisco airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from Chesapeake per day. 7 airlines have flights to San Francisco from Chesapeake on a regular basis.

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

    Flights from Chesapeake to San Francisco have been viewed 5 times in the past calendar month.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Chesapeake to San Francisco are Frontier ($91), Southwest ($219), and United Airlines ($229).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $330 for a flight from Chesapeake to San Francisco. The cheapest flight overall is $133 while the most popular route, (Norfolk - San Francisco) is currently priced at $204.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chesapeake to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Chesapeake to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $403). 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 7 airlines flying from Chesapeake to San Francisco

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Chesapeake 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 February 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$150Average$297FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$168Average$319FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$215Average$466FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$228Average$436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$233Average$344FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$234Average$543FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$308Average$569FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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