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$138+ Cheap flights from North Carolina 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 1/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CLT — SFO
Dec 27 — Jan 31
Fri 12/27
Fri 1/3
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from North Carolina to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from North Carolina (USNC) 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 December 22, 2024.

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$148
(Frontier)

One-way from

$138
(Delta)
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Cheapest flights from North Carolina to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from North Carolina to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 22, 2024.

This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/312:24 pmRDU - SFO
1 stop12h 57mFrontier
Fri 1/36:00 amSFO - RDU
1 stop26h 19mFrontier
Deal found 12/21$297
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/312:09 pmCLT - SFO
1 stop13h 12mFrontier
Fri 1/109:23 amSFO - CLT
1 stop7h 08mFrontier
Deal found 12/21$318
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 12/313:38 pmCLT - SFO
1 stop8h 26mAmerican Airlines
Tue 1/71:51 pmSFO - CLT
Nonstop5h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/21$421
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/318:51 amCLT - SFO
2 stops17h 00mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/73:18 pmSFO - CLT
2 stops13h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/21$431
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/241:00 pmTYS - SFO
1 stop7h 11mDelta
Wed 1/810:00 pmSFO - TYS
1 stop8h 16mDelta
Deal found 12/20$453
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/245:00 amTYS - SFO
2 stops10h 29mAmerican Airlines
Wed 1/85:20 amSFO - TYS
1 stop9h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/20$458
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Tue 12/245:30 amRDU - SFO
1 stop8h 22mDelta
Tue 1/712:45 pmSFO - RDU
1 stop7h 53mDelta
Deal found 12/21$467
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Sat 12/285:42 amRDU - SFO
1 stop8h 48mAmerican Airlines
Sat 1/47:30 amSFO - RDU
1 stop10h 03mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/21$473
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/256:55 amAVL - SFO
1 stop8h 33mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/212:17 amSFO - AVL
1 stop7h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/20$488
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Wed 12/257:38 amAVL - SFO
1 stop8h 17mDelta
Fri 1/36:00 amSFO - AVL
1 stop8h 01mDelta
Deal found 12/21$498
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Sun 12/227:20 amGSO - SFO
1 stop10h 28mDelta
Mon 12/3012:10 pmSFO - GSO
1 stop6h 53mDelta
Deal found 12/21$498
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Tue 12/242:55 pmCLT - SFO
1 stop7h 20mSouthwest
Wed 12/258:15 amSFO - CLT
1 stop9h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 12/21$504

Find flights from North Carolina to San Francisco within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from North Carolina 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 December 22, 2024.

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KnoxvilleSan Francisco

TYS - SFO

TYSSFO

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Thu 1/23

4:19 pm-12:09 am

1 stop10h 50m

San Francisco

Sun 1/26

6:05 am-3:19 pm

1 stop6h 14m

$148

RaleighSan Francisco

RDU - SFO

RDUSFO

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 2/20

6:40 pm-9:50 pm

Nonstop6h 10m

San Francisco

Mon 2/24

10:55 pm-7:01 am

Nonstop5h 06m

$289

RaleighSan Francisco

RDU - SFO

RDUSFO

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 1/22

5:25 pm-12:52 pm

2 stops22h 27m

San Francisco

Sat 1/25

7:00 am-4:25 pm

1 stop30h 25m

$295

RaleighSan Francisco

RDU - SFO

RDUSFO

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 2/28

7:00 am-3:06 pm

1 stop11h 06m

San Francisco

Mon 3/3

10:44 am-11:59 pm

1 stop10h 15m

$296

RaleighSan Francisco

RDU - SFO

RDUSFO

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 3/21

6:30 pm-12:10 am

1 stop8h 40m

San Francisco

Wed 3/26

6:00 am-6:38 pm

1 stop9h 38m

$297

RaleighSan Francisco

RDU - SFO

RDUSFO

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 3/8

5:20 pm-12:43 am

1 stop10h 23m

San Francisco

Sun 3/9

6:00 am-6:54 pm

1 stop9h 54m

$298

RaleighSan Francisco

RDU - SFO

RDUSFO

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 1/22

6:00 am-3:28 pm

1 stop12h 28m

San Francisco

Sat 1/25

12:27 am-12:02 pm

1 stop8h 35m

$306

WilmingtonSan Francisco

ILM - SFO

ILMSFO

Wilmington New Hanover County

Thu 1/23

4:00 pm-11:54 pm

1 stop10h 54m

San Francisco

Sun 1/26

11:15 pm-10:40 am

1 stop8h 25m

$308

AshevilleSan Francisco

AVL - SFO

AVLSFO

Asheville Regional

Wed 1/22

12:31 pm-7:06 pm

1 stop9h 35m

San Francisco

Sat 1/25

7:11 am-5:48 pm

1 stop7h 37m

$308

KnoxvilleSan Francisco

TYS - SFO

TYSSFO

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Tue 1/14

11:02 am-7:06 pm

1 stop11h 04m

San Francisco

Sat 1/18

7:11 am-7:35 pm

1 stop9h 24m

$308

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

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Travel insights for flights from North Carolina to San Francisco

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from North Carolina to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from North Carolina to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $406). 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 NC to SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from North Carolina 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 December 22, 2024.

When flying from North Carolina 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.

Weekly flight availability from North Carolina to San Francisco

Explore weekly flight availability from North Carolina 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 December 22, 2024.

The most flights from USNC to SFO are scheduled on a Thursday (7 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 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 December 22, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from North Carolina to San Francisco, such as Delta, American Airlines and United Airlines. 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.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,537 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,594 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

JetBlue
7.4
Good
3,265 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,028 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

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 North Carolina 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 Carolina?

    San Francisco (SFO) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from North Carolina 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 North Carolina to San Francisco flight route?

    This flight path from North Carolina to San Francisco was viewed by 24 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 Carolina to San Francisco one-way?

    $138 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Delta. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Frontier and Alaska Airlines, with prices starting from $142 and $143, respectively.

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

    The most popular flight routes from North Carolina to San Francisco are Raleigh-Durham - San Francisco, Charlotte Douglas - San Francisco and Norfolk - San Francisco.

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

    Consider Qantas Airways (76%), Fiji Airways (75%) or American Airlines (73%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from North Carolina to San Francisco.

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from North Carolina to San Francisco? While on average our users pay $1,187, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $154. The most popular route (Raleigh-Durham - San Francisco), is priced around $189.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from North Carolina 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 Carolina to San Francisco.

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from North Carolina to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from North Carolina to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $406). 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 North Carolina to San Francisco

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from North Carolina 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 December 22, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetBlueCheapest$118Average$251FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
FrontierCheapest$136Average$235FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$169Average$387FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$195Average$472FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$255Average$457FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$279Average$498FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Sun Country AirCheapest$295Average$343FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
SouthwestCheapest$298Average$445FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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