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$42+ Cheap flights from San Francisco

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 9/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — JFK
Aug 17 — Aug 241
Mon 8/17
Mon 8/24
1 adult, Economy
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Find flights departing from San Francisco that match your specified budget. Filter results by price range, allowing you to narrow down options and find flights that fit within your financial constraints. Please note that the search results are based on data from user searches, with fares last updated on July 18, 2026. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,558,603 searches

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

San FranciscoLos Angeles

SFO - LAX

SFOLAX

San Francisco

Sat 8/29

5:00 am-10:20 am

1 stop5h 20m

Los Angeles

Sat 9/5

5:00 pm-6:15 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

$127

San FranciscoLos Angeles

SFO - LAX

SFOLAX

San Francisco

Wed 8/5

2:35 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop6h 45m

Los Angeles

Mon 8/10

6:30 am-7:50 am

Nonstop1h 20m

$127
Quickest round-trip

San FranciscoLos Angeles

SFO - LAX

SFOLAX

San Francisco

Thu 8/20

6:25 pm-7:51 pm

Nonstop1h 26m

Los Angeles

Mon 8/24

8:00 pm-9:19 pm

Nonstop1h 19m

$129

San FranciscoLos Angeles

SFO - LAX

SFOLAX

San Francisco

Thu 8/27

7:55 pm-9:25 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

Los Angeles

Thu 9/3

7:50 am-2:40 pm

2 stops6h 50m

$132

San FranciscoLos Angeles

SFO - LAX

SFOLAX

San Francisco

Sat 8/22

4:55 pm-6:30 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

Los Angeles

Tue 8/25

8:25 am-4:00 pm

2 stops7h 35m

$132

San FranciscoOntario

SFO - ONT

SFOONT

San Francisco

Sat 8/22

2:05 pm-8:05 pm

1 stop6h 00m

Ontario

Tue 8/25

4:45 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop4h 35m

$151

San FranciscoOntario

SFO - ONT

SFOONT

San Francisco

Wed 8/12

2:35 pm-8:55 pm

1 stop6h 20m

Ontario

Mon 8/17

5:40 am-9:20 am

1 stop3h 40m

$151

San FranciscoLas Vegas

SFO - LAS

SFOLAS

San Francisco

Sat 8/29

6:10 am-12:20 pm

1 stop6h 10m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 9/5

9:10 am-4:50 pm

2 stops7h 40m

$162

San FranciscoLas Vegas

SFO - LAS

SFOLAS

San Francisco

Sat 10/3

9:20 am-5:00 pm

2 stops7h 40m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 10/8

10:55 pm-12:40 am

Nonstop1h 45m

$166

San FranciscoLos Angeles

SFO - LAX

SFOLAX

San Francisco

Mon 8/3

11:54 am-1:26 pm

Nonstop1h 32m

Los Angeles

Sat 8/8

7:00 am-8:21 am

Nonstop1h 21m

$172

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Francisco in July
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Super.comPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*1 star
JetabroadPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
HOPEGOOPrice 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: Among all the travel providers offering deals on flights from San Francisco, FlightHub has been found to have the most accurate pricing. Users can find the same prices on deals on Cheapflights as FlightHub about >95% of the time. This is based on searches for flights from San Francisco made on Cheapflights over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: In terms of trustworthiness, Cheapflights users rate FlightHub the highest out of those offering flight deals from San Francisco. FlightHub has a user feedback rating of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best) and has received the most positive sentiment from Cheapflights users searching for flights from San Francisco. This info is gathered from Cheapflights searches over the past month.

San Francisco travel tips

Get helpful tips and advice for traveling to or from San Francisco. Find recommendations for transportation, accommodations, local attractions, dining options, and other practical tips to enhance your travel experience. Please note that the travel tips are based on general knowledge and recommendations. Data last updated July 18, 2026.
  • You can book your parking at the San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in advance. When you prepay online, you’ll receive a personalized QR code to enter and exit the garage.
  • If you are traveling with a pet in the San Francisco International Airport (SFO) it must be in a kennel. Service animals are exempt from this rule. There are two outdoor animal relief areas and a total of five indoor locations.
  • If you have some extra time on your hands and want to relax before boarding your flight, check out one of the SFO Museum’s twenty galleries that are located throughout all the terminals. Exhibitions give insight into the unique cultural life of the Bay Area.

Best time to book a flight from San Francisco

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Travel insights for flights from San Francisco

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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco (average of $326). Flying from San Francisco in June will prove the most costly (average of $566). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

Which airlines fly from San Francisco?

For flights departing from San Francisco check dates and pricing for the following: JetBlue, Alaska Airlines, Delta, American Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines. These airlines depart to the following popular destinations: New York.

United Airlines
United Airlines
From $79
Alaska Airlines
Alaska Airlines
From $78
American Airlines
American Airlines
From $110
Delta
Delta
From $38

What are popular destinations to fly to from San Francisco?

Some of the most frequent flights departing from San Francisco everyday are: New York (1,601 flights per day), Chicago (1,076 flights per day), and Los Angeles (1,005 flights per day).

New York
New York
From $182
Frankfurt am Main
Frankfurt am Main
From $463
Los Angeles
Los Angeles
From $58
Tokyo
Tokyo
From $435

What is the cheapest place to fly to from San Francisco?

The cheapest city to fly to from San Francisco is Ontario, with prices starting at $28. Explore other affordable destinations below.

Ontario
Ontario
From $28
San Diego
San Diego
From $55
Los Angeles
Los Angeles
From $58
Portland
Portland
From $58

When is the best time to book a flight from San Francisco?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Francisco, you should look to book at least 84 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

When is the cheapest time to fly from San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to John F Kennedy Intl. Price data was last updated on July 11, 2026.

Those who are seeking the cheapest fare on flights departing from San Francisco would be wise to consider leaving during Thursday afternoons when prices are typically at their lowest. When considering other options, price-conscious travelers should avoid Sunday at noon when fares are usually the most expensive.

Airline reviews for flights from San Francisco

Read reviews and ratings of airlines operating flights from San Francisco. Gain insights into the quality of service, in-flight amenities, customer experiences, and overall satisfaction to choose the best airline for your San Francisco travel. Please note that the reviews are sourced from user searches and were last updated on July 18, 2026. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,558,603 searches.
Read through reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco, such as Alaska Airlines,Delta, andHawaiian 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.
Alaska Airlines
7.9
Good
12,671 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Howard,Dec 2022

SAN - JFK

People working on plane were terrific My business class seat was very uncomfortable. Blankets and pillows were not available. Food was barely OK
Alaska Airlines
7.9
Good
12,671 reviews
Alaska Airlines
7.9
Good
12,671 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Howard,Dec 2022

SAN - JFK

People working on plane were terrific My business class seat was very uncomfortable. Blankets and pillows were not available. Food was barely OK
Delta
7.8
Good
8,476 reviews
Alaska Airlines
7.9
Good
12,671 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Howard,Dec 2022

SAN - JFK

People working on plane were terrific My business class seat was very uncomfortable. Blankets and pillows were not available. Food was barely OK
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,823 reviews
Alaska Airlines
7.9
Good
12,671 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Howard,Dec 2022

SAN - JFK

People working on plane were terrific My business class seat was very uncomfortable. Blankets and pillows were not available. Food was barely OK
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,827 reviews
Alaska Airlines
7.9
Good
12,671 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Howard,Dec 2022

SAN - JFK

People working on plane were terrific My business class seat was very uncomfortable. Blankets and pillows were not available. Food was barely OK
JetBlue
7.1
Good
3,012 reviews
Alaska Airlines
7.9
Good
12,671 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Howard,Dec 2022

SAN - JFK

People working on plane were terrific My business class seat was very uncomfortable. Blankets and pillows were not available. Food was barely OK

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Related info for your journey

Access useful and relevant information related to your journey from San Francisco. This can include details such as airport transportation, visa requirements, travel insurance, luggage regulations, and any other information that can ensure a smooth and hassle-free travel experience. Please note that the information is based on general guidance and may need to be verified with official sources. Data last updated July 18, 2026.

  • What are the most popular destinations to fly to from San Francisco?

    This month, the top selected destinations from San Francisco are Boston, Mumbai, Bengaluru. Throughout the year, Mumbai, Boston, Bengaluru are some of the top choices made by users flying from San Francisco.

  • What is the cheapest flight from San Francisco to anywhere?

    Users have flown out of San Francisco for as low as $28 to Ontario (prices may vary depending on the airline and departure time). On average, users have booked flights for $1,268 to fly from San Francisco.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Francisco to anywhere?

    Over the past few days, we've found that Frontier, Delta, and Flair Airlines have the cheapest prices from San Francisco. Frontier flights from San Francisco to Auckland Intl ($29), Delta flights from San Francisco to Abidjan Felix H. Boigny ($38), and Flair Airlines flights from San Francisco to Vancouver Intl ($44).

  • What is the cheapest premium economy flight from San Francisco?

    Options for some of the cheapest premium economy flights from San Francisco we have found on Cheapflights are as follows:
    Fly from San Francisco to Provo starting at $96
    Fly from San Francisco to San Bernardino, California starting at $118
    Fly from San Francisco to Bozeman starting at $299
    Fly from San Francisco to Boise starting at $299

  • What is the cheapest first class flight from San Francisco?

    If you’re looking for a cheap first-class flight from San Francisco, consider Everett. Prices start at $219 so you can fly first-class even on a budget.

  • What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco?

    February is currently the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco. At this moment in time June is the most expensive month. These prices are determined by multiple factors and booking in advance can help keep costs down if your schedule is not as flexible.

  • Where are the cheapest places to fly to from San Francisco?

    Check out the cheapest flights from San Francisco to embark to:
    Fly from San Francisco to Ontario from $55 round trip
    Fly from San Francisco to Las Vegas from $56 round trip
    Fly from San Francisco to San Diego from $56 round trip
    Fly from San Francisco to Los Angeles from $59 round trip
    Fly from San Francisco to Dallas from $77 round trip

  • Does the San Francisco International Airport (SFO) have a kids’ play area?

    There are several Kids’ Spots throughout Terminals 1, 2, and 3. These interactive areas allow kids to burn excess energy before boarding their flight. The Tree Town area honors the Northern Californian oak tree and is located in Harvey Milk Terminal 1 near gate B19 and is always open.

  • What are my drop-off options for a departing flight at the San Francisco airport?

    The Kiss and Fly is located at the Rental Car Center and then you can take the AirTrain to all terminals. If it’s busy, get dropped off at the Arrivals level, and then take an escalator or elevator to the Departures level. The Curbside option is for active pickups and drop-offs only, so say goodbye quickly.

  • Does the San Francisco International Airport (SFO) have an observation deck?

    The San Francisco International Airport’s (SFO) observation deck is known as SkyTerrace and is open from 10 am to 6 pm. It is the perfect spot to watch the busiest section of SFO as it’s located where all four runways intersect.

  • Does the San Francisco International Airport (SFO) have any onsite hotels?

    There is a luxury award-winning Grand Hyatt located on-airport at SFO. It is easily reached from all terminals by the AirTrain. With 351 soundproof rooms, it is a convenient location if you have a long or overnight layover.

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