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$52+ Cheap flights from Riverside, CA 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 4/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — SFO
Apr 22 — Apr 291
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Riverside to San Francisco are usually found in October or January, booked 71 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Saturday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Riverside to San Francisco

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Riverside to San Francisco flight deals. Data was last updated April 17, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$105
(lastminute.com)

One-way from

$52
(Mytrip)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$147
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From Riverside to San Francisco
One-way flight from Riverside to San Francisco
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($7 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease ($2 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025

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Cheapest flights from Riverside to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Riverside to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 17, 2025.

This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Sat 5/316:11 pmLAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 39mFrontier
Sat 6/711:23 amSFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 38mFrontier
Deal found 4/16$104
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/276:00 amLAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 31mHawaiian Airlines
Tue 5/2710:25 amSFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 35mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 4/16$111
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
Sat 5/316:11 pmLAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 39mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/39:54 pmSFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/17$113
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Sat 5/314:25 pmLAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 23mDelta
Wed 10/156:00 amSFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 30mDelta
Deal found 4/16$117
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
Tue 5/2011:00 amLAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 31mAlaska Airlines
Sun 5/256:00 amSFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 34mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/17$123
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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.
Sat 5/316:55 amLAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 25mSouthwest
Thu 6/55:15 amSFO - LAX
1 stop5h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 4/15$147
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 4/266:00 amLAX - SFO
1 stop6h 16mAmerican Airlines
Sat 4/265:58 pmSFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/16$226

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Riverside to San Francisco that are best for you.

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Return

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Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Sat 5/31

6:11 pm-7:50 pm

Nonstop1h 39m

San Francisco

Sat 6/7

11:23 am-1:01 pm

Nonstop1h 38m

$104

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Tue 5/27

6:00 am-7:31 am

Nonstop1h 31m

San Francisco

Tue 5/27

10:25 am-12:00 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

$111

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Sat 5/31

6:11 pm-7:50 pm

Nonstop1h 39m

San Francisco

Tue 6/3

9:54 pm-11:26 pm

Nonstop1h 32m

$113

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Sat 5/31

4:25 pm-5:48 pm

Nonstop1h 23m

San Francisco

Wed 10/15

6:00 am-7:30 am

Nonstop1h 30m

$117

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Tue 5/20

11:00 am-12:31 pm

Nonstop1h 31m

San Francisco

Sun 5/25

6:00 am-7:34 am

Nonstop1h 34m

$123

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Sat 5/31

6:55 am-8:20 am

Nonstop1h 25m

San Francisco

Thu 6/5

5:15 am-10:35 am

1 stop5h 20m

$147

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Sat 4/26

6:00 am-12:16 pm

1 stop6h 16m

San Francisco

Sat 4/26

5:58 pm-7:31 pm

Nonstop1h 33m

$226

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Wed 4/23

6:55 pm-8:37 pm

Nonstop1h 42m

$52

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Tue 6/3

1:55 pm-3:15 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$59

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Tue 5/20

6:30 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop4h 25m

$68

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Best time to book a flight from Riverside to San Francisco

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Riverside to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on April 11, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Riverside to San Francisco is 71 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 Riverside to San Francisco?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Riverside to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Riverside to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $393). 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 R1V to SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Riverside 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 April 17, 2025.

When flying from Riverside 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 Riverside to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Riverside to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on March 30, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Riverside to San Francisco

Explore weekly flight availability from Riverside 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 April 17, 2025.

The most flights from R1V to SFO are scheduled on a Thursday (181 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (84 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 April 17, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Riverside to San Francisco to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Phally,Oct 2024

IAD - SFO

Service was good. We pre-ordered a snack but never made it to us.

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Phally,Oct 2024

IAD - SFO

Service was good. We pre-ordered a snack but never made it to us.

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Phally,Oct 2024

IAD - SFO

Service was good. We pre-ordered a snack but never made it to us.
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Phally,Oct 2024

IAD - SFO

Service was good. We pre-ordered a snack but never made it to us.

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Phally,Oct 2024

IAD - SFO

Service was good. We pre-ordered a snack but never made it to us.

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Phally,Oct 2024

IAD - SFO

Service was good. We pre-ordered a snack but never made it to us.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Riverside 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 Riverside?

    Most people fly into San Francisco (SFO) if they book a flight to San Francisco from Riverside. On average, San Francisco has 133 inbound flights from Riverside per day from 11 airlines. San Francisco is conveniently located just 11.8 mi from San Francisco’s city center.

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

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Riverside to San Francisco are Frontier ($52), Delta ($59), and Southwest ($68).

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Riverside to San Francisco are Aer Lingus (92%), Air China (89%) and Qantas Airways (86%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $54. While the most popular route (Los Angeles - San Francisco) can be booked for $104 on average our data indicates $616 when flying from Riverside to San Francisco.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Riverside to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Riverside to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $393). 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 Riverside to San Francisco

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Riverside 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 April 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$17Average$79FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$28Average$80FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$38Average$173FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
JetBlueCheapest$45Average$139FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$46Average$185FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$66Average$220FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$67Average$204FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$75Average$128FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$100Average$303FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$106Average$286FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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