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$95+ Cheap flights from Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) to San Francisco (SFO)

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DFW — SFO
juil. 26 — août 21
sam. 7/26
sam. 8/2
1 adult, Economy
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$182
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$95
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March

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February

Average price

$267

Good round-trip deal

$242 or less

Good one-way deal

$161 or less
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Cheapest flights from Dallas/Fort Worth to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Dallas/Fort Worth to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on juillet 21, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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.
sam. 9/207:10 pmDFW - SFO
Nonstop3h 55mAmerican Airlines
mar. 9/235:00 pmSFO - DFW
Nonstop3h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/21$182
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jeu. 9/47:35 amDFW - SFO
1 stop6h 55mMultiple Airlines
jeu. 9/1111:57 pmSFO - DFW
Nonstop3h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/21$186
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mer. 8/68:39 pmDFW - SFO
Nonstop3h 56mFrontier
dim. 8/1011:30 pmSFO - DFW
Nonstop3h 45mFrontier
Deal found 7/19$189
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jeu. 9/43:12 pmDFW - SFO
1 stop9h 11mHawaiian Airlines
jeu. 9/119:19 pmSFO - DFW
1 stop7h 16mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 7/21$195
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mer. 11/127:30 amDFW - SFO
Nonstop4h 02mUnited Airlines
ven. 11/1412:43 amSFO - DFW
1 stop6h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/21$197
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mer. 9/178:20 amDFW - SFO
1 stop7h 24mAlaska Airlines
mer. 9/179:19 pmSFO - DFW
1 stop12h 43mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/21$203

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to San Francisco that are best for you.

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Dallas/Fort Worth

Fly to

San Francisco

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DallasSan Francisco

DFW - SFO

DFWSFO

Dallas/Fort Worth

sam. 9/20

7:10 pm-9:05 pm

Nonstop3h 55m

San Francisco

mar. 9/23

5:00 pm-10:31 pm

Nonstop3h 31m

$182

DallasSan Francisco

DFW - SFO

DFWSFO

Dallas/Fort Worth

jeu. 9/4

7:35 am-12:30 pm

1 stop6h 55m

San Francisco

jeu. 9/11

11:57 pm-5:40 am

Nonstop3h 43m

$186

DallasSan Francisco

DFW - SFO

DFWSFO

Dallas/Fort Worth

mer. 8/6

8:39 pm-10:35 pm

Nonstop3h 56m

San Francisco

dim. 8/10

11:30 pm-5:15 am

Nonstop3h 45m

$189

DallasSan Francisco

DFW - SFO

DFWSFO

Dallas/Fort Worth

jeu. 9/4

3:12 pm-10:23 pm

1 stop9h 11m

San Francisco

jeu. 9/11

9:19 pm-6:35 am

1 stop7h 16m

$195

DallasSan Francisco

DFW - SFO

DFWSFO

Dallas/Fort Worth

jeu. 8/14

5:25 pm-11:09 pm

1 stop7h 44m

San Francisco

jeu. 8/21

10:40 am-4:22 pm

Nonstop3h 42m

$197

DallasSan Francisco

DFW - SFO

DFWSFO

Dallas/Fort Worth

mer. 9/17

8:20 am-1:44 pm

1 stop7h 24m

San Francisco

mer. 9/17

9:19 pm-12:02 pm

1 stop12h 43m

$203

DallasSan Francisco

DFW - SFO

DFWSFO

Dallas/Fort Worth

jeu. 9/18

8:59 pm-11:02 pm

Nonstop4h 03m

$95

DallasSan Francisco

DFW - SFO

DFWSFO

Dallas/Fort Worth

lun. 8/18

6:00 am-7:46 am

Nonstop3h 46m

$96

DallasSan Francisco

DFW - SFO

DFWSFO

Dallas/Fort Worth

mar. 8/19

7:25 am-12:24 pm

1 stop6h 59m

$101

DallasSan Francisco

DFW - SFO

DFWSFO

Dallas/Fort Worth

jeu. 9/18

6:00 pm-12:04 am

1 stop8h 04m

$105

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The best insider tips for Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to San Francisco flights

Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarization of Cheapflights-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are original to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.
Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to San Francisco trip
Airlines
Asiana Airlines

Economy seats are 18.3” wide with USB power outlets on Airbus A321 planes.


Business class on A321 features 21”-wide recliner seats with USB power.

Read more about Asiana Airlinesby Marisa Garcia
Frontier

Frontier's UpFront Plus includes a guaranteed empty middle seat for added comfort.


Early morning flights have a better chance of on-time departure and arrival.

Read more about Frontierby Marisa Garcia
United Airlines

Basic Economy allows a personal item only; no carry-on bags without extra fees.


Economy Plus offers extra legroom seats towards the front of the economy cabin.

Read more about United Airlinesby Harriet Baskas
Airports
DFW

For a quick departure, use the DART Orange Line to reach DFW's Terminal A directly from downtown Dallas.

Read more about DFWby Chris Dong
SFO

Take BART from SFO to downtown San Francisco for an affordable 40-minute ride.

Read more about SFOby Harriet Baskas
Our travel experts
Marisa Garcia

Marisa Garcia

Expert on Asiana Airlines and Frontier

Marisa Garcia

Marisa Garcia

Marisa knows planes inside and out, spending 16 years working on aircraft in hangars at airports around the world. She is an aviation industry expert, specialized in airline interiors and regulations. Ten years ago, she pivoted to journalism. She shares her insights in leading aviation, travel, and business publications and on her site FlightChic.

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Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on United Airlines and SFO

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

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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Chris Dong

Chris Dong

Expert on DFW

Chris Dong

Chris Dong

Chris is a consumer travel reporter covering aviation, trending travel news, hotels, and loyalty programs—all for leading global publications like Travel + Leisure, The Washington Post, AFAR, and more. In addition to writing, Chris is a video host for Travel + Leisure, giving consumers an inside look at the latest in air travel.

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Best time to book a flight from Dallas/Fort Worth to San Francisco

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Dallas/Fort Worth to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on July 18, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to San Francisco is 40 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 Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to San Francisco?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $358). 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 DFW to SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Dallas/Fort Worth 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 juillet 21, 2025.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 46% on flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to San Francisco by exploring options for tickets at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Dallas/Fort Worth to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on July 13, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to San Francisco flight should consider departing on Thursday at noon 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 Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to San Francisco

Explore weekly flight availability from Dallas/Fort Worth 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 juillet 21, 2025.

The most flights from DFW to SFO are scheduled on a Monday (51 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (43 on average).

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 juillet 21, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Delta, and Hawaiian Airlines from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to San Francisco. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,962 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,589 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,867 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Dallas/Fort Worth 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 Dallas/Fort Worth?

    San Francisco (SFO), located 11.8 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Dallas/Fort Worth to San Francisco. 7 airlines have flights to San Francisco from Dallas/Fort Worth on a regular basis. Booking flights from Dallas/Fort Worth to San Francisco should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 48 inbound flights from Dallas/Fort Worth per day.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to San Francisco round-trip?

    Flying on American Airlines is currently your cheapest option to San Francisco, with prices starting at $182. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Frontier and United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $186 and $197, respectively. American Airlines is priced at 31% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to San Francisco one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $95. United Airlines flights start at $96 while deals on Alaska Airlines start at $101 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to San Francisco?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to San Francisco are Air China (94%), ANA (87%) and Air Canada (80%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to San Francisco?

    On average you can expect to pay $1,563 for a flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to San Francisco. The cheapest flight overall is $93 while the most popular route, (Dallas/Fort Worth - San Francisco) is currently priced at $164.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Dallas/Fort Worth to San Francisco that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Dallas/Fort Worth to San Francisco?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Dallas/Fort Worth to San Francisco?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Dallas/Fort Worth 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 Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to San Francisco?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $358). 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 Dallas/Fort Worth to San Francisco

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Dallas/Fort Worth 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 juillet 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$58Average$140FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$96Average$191FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$159Average$289FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$175Average$308FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$186Average$315FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$198Average$256FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$218Average$338FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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