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$164+ Cheap flights from Clearwater, FL 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 2/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MCO — SFO
Jan 26 — Feb 21
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The best prices from Clearwater to San Francisco are usually found in February or January, booked 59 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Clearwater to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Clearwater (CL9) 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 January 21, 2025.

Round-trip from

$289
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$164
(Southwest)

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February

Average price

$408
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Cheapest flights from Clearwater to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Clearwater to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 21, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/168:45 amTPA - SFO
Nonstop6h 10mUnited Airlines
Sun 2/2311:20 pmSFO - TPA
Nonstop5h 03mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/20$289
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Mon 1/2712:58 pmTPA - SFO
1 stop14h 11mFrontier
Wed 1/296:55 amSFO - TPA
1 stop11h 18mFrontier
Deal found 1/20$290
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/2712:42 pmTPA - SFO
1 stop8h 47mAmerican Airlines
Sat 3/112:32 amSFO - TPA
1 stop8h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/21$295
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Wed 2/57:00 amTPA - SFO
2 stops14h 03mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/99:10 pmSFO - TPA
1 stop11h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/21$298
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Thu 2/137:05 amTPA - SFO
1 stop10h 52mDelta
Sat 2/226:00 amSFO - TPA
1 stop8h 45mDelta
Deal found 1/21$309
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Thu 2/2710:05 amTPA - SFO
2 stops10h 55mSouthwest
Mon 3/36:15 amSFO - TPA
1 stop12h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 1/21$322
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/14:05 pmTPA - SFO
1 stop11h 18mJetBlue
Sun 4/610:21 pmSFO - TPA
1 stop11h 05mJetBlue
Deal found 1/21$331
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Thu 9/116:25 pmTPA - SFO
1 stop16h 53mAlaska Airlines
Sun 9/142:40 pmSFO - TPA
1 stop12h 29mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/21$338
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/911:45 amTPA - SFO
1 stop14h 05mSun Country Air
Sun 6/1511:59 pmSFO - TPA
1 stop7h 51mSun Country Air
Deal found 1/21$400

Find flights from Clearwater to San Francisco within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Clearwater 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 January 21, 2025.

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TampaSan Francisco

TPA - SFO

TPASFO

Tampa

Sun 2/16

8:45 am-11:55 am

Nonstop6h 10m

San Francisco

Sun 2/23

11:20 pm-7:23 am

Nonstop5h 03m

$289

TampaSan Francisco

TPA - SFO

TPASFO

Tampa

Thu 2/27

5:03 pm-11:16 pm

1 stop9h 13m

San Francisco

Sun 3/2

12:32 am-10:49 am

1 stop7h 17m

$295

TampaSan Francisco

TPA - SFO

TPASFO

Tampa

Wed 2/5

7:00 am-6:03 pm

2 stops14h 03m

San Francisco

Sun 2/9

9:10 pm-11:53 am

1 stop11h 43m

$298

TampaSan Francisco

TPA - SFO

TPASFO

Tampa

Tue 2/11

11:10 am-11:15 pm

1 stop15h 05m

San Francisco

Mon 2/17

6:00 am-9:28 pm

1 stop12h 28m

$300

TampaSan Francisco

TPA - SFO

TPASFO

Tampa

Thu 2/13

7:05 am-2:57 pm

1 stop10h 52m

San Francisco

Sat 2/22

6:00 am-5:45 pm

1 stop8h 45m

$309

TampaSan Francisco

TPA - SFO

TPASFO

Tampa

Thu 2/27

10:05 am-6:00 pm

2 stops10h 55m

San Francisco

Mon 3/3

6:15 am-9:45 pm

1 stop12h 30m

$322

TampaSan Francisco

TPA - SFO

TPASFO

Tampa

Tue 4/1

4:05 pm-12:23 am

1 stop11h 18m

San Francisco

Sun 4/6

10:21 pm-12:26 pm

1 stop11h 05m

$331

TampaSan Francisco

TPA - SFO

TPASFO

Tampa

Sat 2/8

7:00 am-7:00 pm

2 stops15h 00m

San Francisco

Wed 2/12

3:57 pm-9:27 pm

1 stop26h 30m

$361

TampaSan Francisco

TPA - SFO

TPASFO

Tampa

Mon 6/9

11:45 am-10:50 pm

1 stop14h 05m

San Francisco

Sun 6/15

11:59 pm-10:50 am

1 stop7h 51m

$400

TampaSan Francisco

TPA - SFO

TPASFO

Tampa

Mon 2/24

4:20 pm-11:05 pm

2 stops9h 45m

$164

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Best time to book a flight from Clearwater to San Francisco

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Travel insights for flights from Clearwater to San Francisco

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Clearwater to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on January 17, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Clearwater to San Francisco may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 59 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Clearwater to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Clearwater to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $405). 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 CL9 to SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Clearwater 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 January 21, 2025.

When flying from Clearwater 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 Clearwater to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Clearwater to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on January 21, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Clearwater to San Francisco

Explore weekly flight availability from Clearwater 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 January 21, 2025.

The most flights from CL9 to SFO are scheduled on a Saturday (26 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (16 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 January 21, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, JetBlue and American Airlines from Clearwater to San Francisco have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,706 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

JetBlue
7.4
Good
3,200 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,984 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

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 Clearwater 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 Clearwater?

    San Francisco (SFO), located 11.8 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Clearwater to San Francisco. 8 airlines have flights to San Francisco from Clearwater on a regular basis. Booking flights from Clearwater to San Francisco should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 3 inbound flights from Clearwater per day.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Clearwater to San Francisco are Southwest ($164), Frontier ($175), and Alaska Airlines ($177).

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Clearwater to San Francisco consider choosing Emirates (92%), ANA (90%) or Air China (88%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    The cheapest flight price from Clearwater to San Francisco is $138. On average you can expect to pay $1,160. The most popular route, (Tampa - San Francisco), can usually be booked for $192.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Clearwater to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Clearwater to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $405). 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 Clearwater to San Francisco

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Clearwater 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 January 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$138Average$248FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
JetBlueCheapest$183Average$345FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$238Average$411FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$251Average$441FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$256Average$429FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$264Average$452FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$288Average$494FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Sun Country AirCheapest$289Average$387FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
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