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$39+ Cheap flights from North America 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 4/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — SFO
Jan 11 — Jan 181
Sat 1/11
Sat 1/18
1 adult, Economy
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from North America to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 6, 2025.

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Wed 1/158:23 amLAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 30mFrontier
Sat 1/187:00 pmSFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 32mFrontier
Deal found 1/5$46
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/4. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 1/176:00 amONT - SFO
Nonstop1h 35mFrontier
Mon 1/209:59 pmSFO - ONT
Nonstop1h 25mFrontier
Deal found 1/4$53
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. 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 1/216:15 amONT - SFO
Nonstop1h 31mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/237:00 pmSFO - ONT
Nonstop1h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/5$57
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/34:16 pmLAX - SFO
1 stop7h 53mMultiple Airlines
Tue 2/48:06 amSFO - LAX
1 stop7h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/5$111
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/4. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/37:59 pmSEA - SFO
Nonstop2h 13mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/96:05 amSFO - SEA
1 stop9h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/4$121
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 1/3012:10 pmSEA - SFO
1 stop5h 52mFrontier
Sun 2/26:05 amSFO - SEA
1 stop9h 40mFrontier
Deal found 1/5$123
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. 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.
Tue 3/49:55 amSEA - SFO
Nonstop2h 24mDelta
Tue 3/184:33 pmSFO - SEA
Nonstop2h 17mDelta
Deal found 1/5$127
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/4. 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.
Fri 1/316:10 pmLAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 28mAlaska Airlines
Sun 2/212:50 pmSFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 40mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/4$137
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/28:59 pmDFW - SFO
Nonstop4h 16mFrontier
Wed 3/52:53 pmSFO - DFW
1 stop7h 06mFrontier
Deal found 1/5$139
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/4. 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.
Tue 2/118:03 amSEA - SFO
Nonstop2h 21mAlaska Airlines
Tue 2/1112:49 pmSFO - SEA
1 stop5h 05mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/4$141
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/4. 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.
Fri 3/78:55 pmLAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 25mSouthwest
Sun 3/910:25 pmSFO - LAX
1 stop8h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 1/4$147
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/4. 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 2/189:00 pmDFW - SFO
Nonstop3h 59mAmerican Airlines
Tue 2/256:00 amSFO - DFW
Nonstop3h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/4$157

Find flights from North America to San Francisco within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from North America 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 6, 2025.

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Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Wed 1/22

8:28 am-10:04 am

Nonstop1h 36m

San Francisco

Sat 1/25

7:00 pm-8:32 pm

Nonstop1h 32m

$45

OntarioSan Francisco

ONT - SFO

ONTSFO

Ontario

Fri 1/17

6:00 am-7:35 am

Nonstop1h 35m

San Francisco

Mon 1/20

9:59 pm-11:24 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$53

OntarioSan Francisco

ONT - SFO

ONTSFO

Ontario

Tue 1/21

6:15 am-7:46 am

Nonstop1h 31m

San Francisco

Thu 1/23

7:00 pm-8:29 pm

Nonstop1h 29m

$57

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Mon 2/3

4:16 pm-12:09 am

1 stop7h 53m

San Francisco

Tue 2/4

8:06 am-3:23 pm

1 stop7h 17m

$111

SeattleSan Francisco

SEA - SFO

SEASFO

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Mon 2/3

7:59 pm-10:12 pm

Nonstop2h 13m

San Francisco

Sun 2/9

6:05 am-3:45 pm

1 stop9h 40m

$121

SeattleSan Francisco

SEA - SFO

SEASFO

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Thu 1/30

12:10 pm-6:02 pm

1 stop5h 52m

San Francisco

Sun 2/2

6:05 am-3:45 pm

1 stop9h 40m

$123

SeattleSan Francisco

SEA - SFO

SEASFO

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sun 3/2

6:10 am-8:31 am

Nonstop2h 21m

San Francisco

Tue 4/1

9:21 am-11:44 am

Nonstop2h 23m

$127

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Sat 2/8

6:23 pm-7:50 pm

Nonstop1h 27m

San Francisco

Sun 2/9

10:55 am-12:29 pm

Nonstop1h 34m

$127

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Fri 1/31

6:10 pm-7:38 pm

Nonstop1h 28m

San Francisco

Sun 2/2

6:00 am-7:32 am

Nonstop1h 32m

$132

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Sat 2/1

7:06 pm-8:36 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

San Francisco

Mon 2/3

11:26 am-1:00 pm

Nonstop1h 34m

$138

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Best time to book a flight from North America to San Francisco

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Travel insights for flights from North America to San Francisco

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

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from North America 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 6, 2025.

When flying from North America 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.

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 6, 2025.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,671 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,671 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,671 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,612 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,671 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,517 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,671 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,751 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,671 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

JetBlue
7.4
Good
3,212 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,671 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from North America 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 North America?

    Most people fly into San Francisco (SFO) if they book a flight to San Francisco from North America. San Francisco is conveniently located just 11.8 mi from San Francisco’s city center.

  • How popular is this North America to San Francisco flight route?

    This flight path from North America to San Francisco was viewed by 461 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $50. However, be on the lookout for offers from United Airlines and Alaska Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from North America to San Francisco for a low price.

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

    The most popular route from North America to San Francisco is New York John F Kennedy Intl - San Francisco. You may also consider Newark - San Francisco or Los Angeles - San Francisco.

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from North America to San Francisco on time: Horizon Air (93%), American Airlines (89%), Gulf Air (88%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from North America to San Francisco?

    On average you can expect to pay $639 for a flight from North America to San Francisco. The cheapest flight overall is $37 while the most popular route, (New York John F Kennedy Intl - San Francisco) is currently priced at $177.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from North America 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 North America to San Francisco?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from North America to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from North America 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 10 airlines flying from North America to San Francisco

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from North America 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 6, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$30Average$161FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$36Average$180FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
JetBlueCheapest$45Average$318FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$63Average$318FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$74Average$315FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$78Average$137FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$91Average$354FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$95Average$336FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$98Average$290FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Sun Country AirCheapest$162Average$366FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
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