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$139+ Cheap flights from Maryland 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 3/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BWI — SFO
Jan 26 — Feb 21
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Maryland (USMD) 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.

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$251
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One-way from

$139
(United Airlines)

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Good one-way deal

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

This Trip.com 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/116:00 pmDCA - SFO
1 stop9h 43mFrontier
Sat 3/297:43 pmSFO - DCA
1 stop13h 20mFrontier
Deal found 1/20$251
This Lucky2Go 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 Lucky2Go is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/249:13 pmIAD - SFO
2 stops22h 21mFrontier
Tue 3/43:30 pmSFO - IAD
2 stops20h 09mFrontier
Deal found 1/20$252
This Orbitz 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/185:15 pmDCA - SFO
Nonstop6h 31mMultiple Airlines
Thu 3/206:00 amSFO - DCA
1 stop12h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$254
This Alaska 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/195:18 pmIAD - SFO
1 stop17h 42mAlaska Airlines
Wed 2/266:00 amSFO - IAD
1 stop7h 18mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/20$256
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/410:20 pmIAD - SFO
Nonstop6h 14mUnited Airlines
Thu 3/64:59 pmSFO - IAD
Nonstop5h 02mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/21$257
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.
Mon 3/35:15 pmDCA - SFO
Nonstop6h 31mAlaska Airlines
Tue 3/118:20 amSFO - DCA
Nonstop4h 55mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/21$257
This Lucky2Go 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 Lucky2Go is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/249:13 pmIAD - SFO
2 stops22h 21mMultiple Airlines
Tue 3/47:00 amSFO - IAD
2 stops28h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$259
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.
Tue 2/186:30 amIAD - SFO
2 stops12h 01mAmerican Airlines
Mon 2/2412:32 amSFO - IAD
1 stop9h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/21$262
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/154:25 pmDCA - SFO
2 stops8h 50mSouthwest
Wed 4/235:40 amSFO - DCA
1 stop7h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 1/20$262
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/47:00 amDCA - SFO
Nonstop6h 21mUnited Airlines
Thu 3/612:50 pmSFO - DCA
Nonstop5h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/21$274
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.
Thu 2/2712:29 pmDCA - SFO
1 stop12h 30mJetBlue
Thu 3/68:30 amSFO - DCA
1 stop9h 29mJetBlue
Deal found 1/21$275
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/243:25 pmIAD - SFO
1 stop10h 25mSouthwest
Tue 3/410:35 amSFO - IAD
1 stop9h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 1/20$277

Find flights from Maryland to San Francisco within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Maryland 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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Washington, D.C.San Francisco

DCA - SFO

DCASFO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 3/11

6:00 pm-12:43 am

1 stop9h 43m

San Francisco

Sat 3/29

7:43 pm-12:03 pm

1 stop13h 20m

$251

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 2/24

9:13 pm-4:34 pm

2 stops22h 21m

San Francisco

Tue 3/4

3:30 pm-2:39 pm

2 stops20h 09m

$252

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

DCA - SFO

DCASFO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 3/18

5:15 pm-8:46 pm

Nonstop6h 31m

San Francisco

Thu 3/20

6:00 am-9:59 pm

1 stop12h 59m

$254

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 2/19

5:18 pm-8:00 am

1 stop17h 42m

San Francisco

Wed 2/26

6:00 am-4:18 pm

1 stop7h 18m

$256

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 3/4

10:20 pm-1:34 am

Nonstop6h 14m

San Francisco

Thu 3/6

4:59 pm-1:01 am

Nonstop5h 02m

$257

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

DCA - SFO

DCASFO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 3/3

5:15 pm-8:46 pm

Nonstop6h 31m

San Francisco

Wed 3/12

8:20 am-4:15 pm

Nonstop4h 55m

$257

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 2/24

9:13 pm-4:34 pm

2 stops22h 21m

San Francisco

Tue 3/4

7:00 am-2:39 pm

2 stops28h 39m

$259

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 2/18

6:30 am-3:31 pm

2 stops12h 01m

San Francisco

Mon 2/24

12:32 am-1:18 pm

1 stop9h 46m

$262

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

DCA - SFO

DCASFO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 4/15

4:25 pm-10:15 pm

2 stops8h 50m

San Francisco

Wed 4/23

5:40 am-3:55 pm

1 stop7h 15m

$262

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

DCA - SFO

DCASFO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 3/4

7:00 am-10:21 am

Nonstop6h 21m

San Francisco

Thu 3/6

12:50 pm-8:58 pm

Nonstop5h 08m

$274

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Best time to book a flight from Maryland to San Francisco

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Travel insights for flights from Maryland to San Francisco

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

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Maryland 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.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Maryland to San Francisco as you normally would.

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.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Maryland to San Francisco, such as American Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Southwest. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

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

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

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

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

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

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

JetBlue
7.4
Good
3,201 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

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
8,985 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

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 Maryland 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 Maryland?

    San Francisco (SFO) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Maryland to San Francisco. It is only a 11.8 mi journey from San Francisco (SFO) to San Francisco’s city center.

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

    Within the past month, 17 users have taken a look at flights from Maryland to San Francisco.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is United Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $139. However, be on the lookout for offers from Frontier and Alaska Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Maryland to San Francisco for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from Maryland to San Francisco?

    While some choose either Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - San Francisco or Baltimore/Washington - San Francisco, Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - San Francisco is the most popular route from Maryland to San Francisco.

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

    Consider Air New Zealand (90%), ANA (89%) or United Airlines (87%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Maryland to San Francisco.

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $233. While the most popular route (Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - San Francisco) can be booked for $135 on average our data indicates $1,099 when flying from Maryland to San Francisco.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Maryland 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$101Average$219FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$101Average$201FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$205Average$535FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$258Average$357FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$266Average$396FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$290Average$481FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Sun Country AirCheapest$306Average$360FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
SouthwestCheapest$308Average$416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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