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$123+ Cheap flights from St. Louis to San Francisco (STL - SFO)

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Nov 25 — Dec 21
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The best prices from Lambert-St Louis to San Francisco are usually found in April or August, booked 57 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from St. Louis to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from St. Louis (STL) 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 November 20, 2024.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

April

Round-trip from

$226
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$123
(American Airlines)
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This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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 12/75:05 amSTL - SFO
1 stop9h 53mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/94:10 pmSFO - STL
1 stop5h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/18$226
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/158:34 pmSTL - SFO
1 stop20h 16mFrontier
Wed 12/183:03 pmSFO - STL
1 stop28h 16mFrontier
Deal found 11/20$228
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/77:00 amSTL - SFO
Nonstop4h 36mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/712:30 amSFO - STL
1 stop7h 17mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/19$246
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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.
Thu 12/196:04 amSTL - SFO
1 stop7h 10mDelta
Mon 12/3012:10 amSFO - STL
1 stop8h 56mDelta
Deal found 11/18$256
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Thu 12/1910:09 pmSTL - SFO
1 stop11h 50mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/36:00 amSFO - STL
2 stops15h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$278
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/127:00 amSTL - SFO
2 stops13h 50mAlaska Airlines
Sun 12/157:00 amSFO - STL
1 stop14h 59mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/19$314
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Sat 12/76:45 amSTL - SFO
1 stop9h 10mSouthwest
Tue 2/255:20 amSFO - STL
2 stops9h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 11/20$371

Find flights from St. Louis to San Francisco within your budget

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STL - SFO

STLSFO

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 12/7

5:05 am-12:58 pm

1 stop9h 53m

San Francisco

Mon 12/9

4:10 pm-11:54 pm

1 stop5h 44m

$226

St. LouisSan Francisco

STL - SFO

STLSFO

Lambert-St Louis

Fri 1/10

7:00 am-9:45 am

Nonstop4h 45m

San Francisco

Tue 1/14

1:20 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop7h 00m

$227

St. LouisSan Francisco

STL - SFO

STLSFO

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 12/23

9:29 pm-7:52 am

1 stop12h 23m

San Francisco

Sun 12/29

5:45 am-9:19 pm

1 stop13h 34m

$243

St. LouisSan Francisco

STL - SFO

STLSFO

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 1/23

6:00 am-1:23 pm

1 stop9h 23m

San Francisco

Mon 2/3

10:45 pm-9:36 am

1 stop8h 51m

$256

St. LouisSan Francisco

STL - SFO

STLSFO

Lambert-St Louis

Fri 1/31

6:30 am-2:30 pm

1 stop10h 00m

San Francisco

Tue 2/4

10:05 am-3:55 pm

Nonstop3h 50m

$272

St. LouisSan Francisco

STL - SFO

STLSFO

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 1/22

2:49 pm-10:11 pm

1 stop9h 22m

San Francisco

Tue 2/4

7:55 pm-1:53 pm

2 stops15h 58m

$275

St. LouisSan Francisco

STL - SFO

STLSFO

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 12/19

10:09 pm-7:59 am

1 stop11h 50m

San Francisco

Fri 1/3

6:00 am-11:59 pm

2 stops15h 59m

$278

St. LouisSan Francisco

STL - SFO

STLSFO

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 1/4

5:21 am-12:57 pm

1 stop9h 36m

$123

St. LouisSan Francisco

STL - SFO

STLSFO

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 12/18

6:00 am-1:27 pm

1 stop9h 27m

$128

St. LouisSan Francisco

STL - SFO

STLSFO

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 12/21

6:49 pm-12:21 am

1 stop7h 32m

$133

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from St. Louis to San Francisco in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on St. Louis-San Francisco flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on St. Louis-San Francisco flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from St. Louis-San Francisco flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on St. Louis-San Francisco flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for St. Louis-San Francisco flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from St. Louis to San Francisco

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Travel insights for flights from St. Louis to San Francisco

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from St. Louis to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from St. Louis to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on November 15, 2024.

The best time to book flights from St. Louis to San Francisco is 57 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 St. Louis to San Francisco?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from St. Louis to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from St. Louis to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $381). 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 STL to SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from St. Louis 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 November 20, 2024.

It’s typically best to fly out from St. Louis to San Francisco in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 49% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from St. Louis to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from St. Louis to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on November 18, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their St. Louis to San Francisco flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from St. Louis to San Francisco

Explore weekly flight availability from St. Louis 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 November 20, 2024.

The most flights from STL to SFO are scheduled on a Monday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, 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 November 20, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown American Airlines, Frontier and Delta from St. Louis to San Francisco. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.0
Very good
9,461 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.0
Very good
8,756 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.4
Good
9,171 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

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

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  • What airports do I use to fly from St. Louis to San Francisco?

    If you wish to fly to San Francisco from St. Louis, then you need to book flights from Lambert-St Louis to San Francisco. There are 5 flights from Lambert-St Louis (STL) to San Francisco (SFO) per day to choose from. Flights to San Francisco from Lambert-St Louis are available from 5 different airlines, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 4h 25m is how long a nonstop flight from St. Louis to San Francisco typically takes.

  • How popular is this St. Louis to San Francisco flight route?

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from St. Louis to San Francisco round-trip?

    According to our current data, American Airlines ($226), United Airlines ($227), and Frontier ($243) offers the cheapest pricing from St. Louis to San Francisco. American Airlines is currently priced 37% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from St. Louis to San Francisco one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is American Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $123. However, be on the lookout for offers from Delta and Frontier, as they are both options that can get you from St. Louis to San Francisco for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from St. Louis to San Francisco?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from St. Louis to San Francisco are Asiana Airlines (93%), Air New Zealand (90%) and United Airlines (87%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from St. Louis to San Francisco?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from St. Louis to San Francisco? While on average our users pay $1,085, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $148. The most popular route (Lambert-St Louis - San Francisco), is priced around $177.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from St. Louis to San Francisco?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from St. Louis to San Francisco?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from St. Louis 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 St. Louis to San Francisco?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from St. Louis to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from St. Louis to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $381). 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 5 airlines flying from St. Louis to San Francisco

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from St. Louis 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$120Average$192FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$244Average$404FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$254Average$394FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$256Average$378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$307Average$412FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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