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Cheap flights from Orange County to San Francisco (SFO)

SNA — SFO
Jul 9 — Jul 161
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3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$153
(Frontier)

One-way from

$103
(Super.com)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$193
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Orange County to San Francisco

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

Booking 87 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Orange County to San Francisco. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Orange County to San Francisco (average of $38). Flying from Orange County to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $667). 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 KFI to SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Orange County 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 June 9, 2026.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Orange County to San Francisco is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 38% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Orange County to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Orange County to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on May 30, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Orange County to San Francisco flight should consider departing on Thursday at noon 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.

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 June 9, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines,Hawaiian Airlines, andUnited Airlines from Orange County to San Francisco to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
7.9
Good
12,483 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading
Alaska Airlines
7.9
Good
12,483 reviews
Alaska Airlines
7.9
Good
12,483 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,830 reviews
Alaska Airlines
7.9
Good
12,483 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,794 reviews
Alaska Airlines
7.9
Good
12,483 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,643 reviews
Alaska Airlines
7.9
Good
12,483 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading
Frontier
5.6
Fair
2,903 reviews
Alaska Airlines
7.9
Good
12,483 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Orange County 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 Orange County?

    Located just 11.0 mi from the city center, San Francisco (SFO) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to San Francisco from Orange County.

  • How popular is this Orange County to San Francisco flight route?

    Flights from Orange County to San Francisco have been viewed 22 times in the past calendar month.

  • How long is the flight from Orange County to San Francisco?

    There are many flights that can get you from Orange County to San Francisco in 1h 45m. Fly via Alaska Airlines or Southwest to get the fastest option. Orange County and San Francisco are separated by a distance of 372 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    $38 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Hawaiian Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Frontier and Delta, with prices starting from $39 and $53, respectively.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Orange County to San Francisco are ANA (53%), Hawaiian Airlines (52%) and Emirates (52%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Orange County to San Francisco?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $86. While the most popular route (Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty - San Francisco) can be booked for $153 on average, our data indicates $753 when flying from Orange County to San Francisco.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Orange County 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 Orange County to San Francisco?

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Orange County to San Francisco (average of $38). Flying from Orange County to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $667). 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 6 airlines flying from Orange County to San Francisco

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Orange County 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 June 9, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$56Average$161FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$58Average$189FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
DeltaCheapest$120Average$189FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$137Average$278FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$157Average$328FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$257Average$458FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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