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$149+ Cheap flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Alaska

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 1/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — ANC
Jan 17 — Jan 241
Sat 1/17
Sat 1/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco Bay Area to Alaska

Cheapest flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Alaska
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco Bay Area to Alaska. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2025.

This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/245:42 pmSFO - FAI
1 stop20h 23mAlaska Airlines
Wed 1/78:00 amFAI - SFO
1 stop11h 12mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/16$509
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/2411:53 amSFO - FAI
2 stops12h 09mAlaska Airlines
Mon 1/51:55 amFAI - SFO
1 stop12h 51mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/15$514
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/246:10 amOAK - ANC
1 stop16h 49mAlaska Airlines
Tue 1/612:49 amANC - OAK
1 stop7h 57mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/15$530
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/242:24 pmSTS - ANC
1 stop22h 44mAlaska Airlines
Mon 1/52:20 amANC - STS
1 stop10h 12mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/15$530
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/246:10 amOAK - FAI
1 stop17h 16mAlaska Airlines
Wed 1/74:06 pmFAI - OAK
1 stop17h 57mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/15$531
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/246:10 amOAK - FAI
2 stops17h 52mAlaska Airlines
Tue 1/65:45 amFAI - OAK
2 stops13h 07mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/15$542
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/2412:34 pmOAK - ANC
2 stops25h 07mDelta
Wed 1/75:55 amANC - OAK
2 stops9h 19mDelta
Deal found 12/15$542
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/233:26 pmSTS - ANC
2 stops12h 13mAlaska Airlines
Mon 1/51:04 amANC - STS
2 stops13h 09mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/15$542
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/238:32 pmOAK - ANC
1 stop25h 09mAlaska Airlines
Mon 1/55:00 amANC - OAK
1 stop13h 52mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/15$560
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/242:24 pmSTS - ANC
1 stop10h 18mAlaska Airlines
Sun 1/41:04 amANC - STS
1 stop11h 28mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/15$560
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/233:26 pmSTS - ANC
2 stops12h 13mAlaska Airlines
Mon 1/56:00 amANC - STS
1 stop15h 17mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/15$565
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/239:41 pmSFO - FAI
1 stop18h 11mAlaska Airlines
Wed 1/75:51 amFAI - SFO
2 stops9h 31mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/16$566

Find flight deals from San Francisco Bay Area to Alaska

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Francisco Bay Area to Alaska flight deals. Data was last updated December 18, 2025.

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Round-trip from

$265
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One-way from

$149
(Alaska Airlines)

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December

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September

Average price

$626
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Alaska 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 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Alaska that are best for you.

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San JoseFairbanks

SJC - FAI

SJCFAI

San Jose

Sun 1/11

6:15 am-12:56 pm

1 stop7h 41m

Fairbanks

Sun 1/18

10:46 pm-9:21 am

2 stops9h 35m

$269

San JoseAnchorage

SJC - ANC

SJCANC

San Jose

Sun 1/18

9:05 am-11:52 pm

1 stop15h 47m

Anchorage

Fri 1/23

11:59 am-10:59 pm

1 stop10h 00m

$276

San JoseAnchorage

SJC - ANC

SJCANC

San Jose

Tue 1/20

6:02 pm-10:38 am

1 stop17h 36m

Anchorage

Tue 1/27

9:05 am-4:37 pm

1 stop6h 32m

$276

San JoseAnchorage

SJC - ANC

SJCANC

San Jose

Tue 2/10

1:59 pm-8:58 pm

1 stop7h 59m

Anchorage

Sat 2/14

5:00 pm-9:22 am

1 stop15h 22m

$276

San JoseAnchorage

SJC - ANC

SJCANC

San Jose

Thu 2/19

8:00 am-5:06 pm

1 stop10h 06m

Anchorage

Mon 2/23

1:08 am-10:54 am

1 stop8h 46m

$276

San FranciscoFairbanks

SFO - FAI

SFOFAI

San Francisco

Tue 1/20

2:35 pm-12:22 am

1 stop10h 47m

Fairbanks

Sun 1/25

1:30 am-1:43 pm

1 stop11h 13m

$297

San FranciscoFairbanks

SFO - FAI

SFOFAI

San Francisco

Sat 1/24

6:30 pm-12:22 am

1 stop6h 52m

Fairbanks

Wed 1/28

1:30 am-1:43 pm

1 stop11h 13m

$297

San JoseFairbanks

SJC - FAI

SJCFAI

San Jose

Wed 1/14

6:15 am-11:56 pm

1 stop18h 41m

Fairbanks

Tue 1/20

5:51 am-8:04 pm

1 stop13h 13m

$297

San JoseFairbanks

SJC - FAI

SJCFAI

San Jose

Sat 2/7

3:36 pm-2:48 am

1 stop12h 12m

Fairbanks

Sun 2/8

2:10 am-9:48 am

1 stop6h 38m

$297

San JoseFairbanks

SJC - FAI

SJCFAI

San Jose

Fri 1/30

11:00 am-7:30 pm

1 stop9h 30m

Fairbanks

Tue 2/3

8:00 am-8:04 pm

1 stop11h 04m

$297

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Alaska

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

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

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Alaska (average of $206). Flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Alaska in May is currently the most expensive (average of $332). 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 XIH to AK?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco Bay Area to Alaska. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 18, 2025.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 15% on flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Alaska by exploring options for tickets at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco Bay Area to Alaska?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco Bay Area to Alaska. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Alaska

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Alaska. 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 Alaska. Reviews last updated December 18, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Delta, and Hawaiian Airlines from San Francisco Bay Area to Alaska by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,478 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,478 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,478 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,478 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,820 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,478 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,092 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,478 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,055 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,478 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco Bay Area to Alaska. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How popular is this San Francisco Bay Area to Alaska flight route?

    Flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Alaska have been viewed 8 times in the past calendar month.

  • How long is the flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Alaska?

    A quick flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Alaska can take about 7h 41m. Alaska Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $269. San Francisco Bay Area and Alaska are separated by a distance of 2170 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 San Francisco Bay Area to Alaska one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Delta, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $118. However, be on the lookout for offers from Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from San Francisco Bay Area to Alaska for a low price.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Alaska?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Alaska?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco Bay Area to Alaska 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 San Francisco Bay Area to Alaska?

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Alaska (average of $206). Flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Alaska in May is currently the most expensive (average of $332). 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 San Francisco Bay Area to Alaska

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Alaska. 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 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$255Average$470FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$273Average$564FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$318Average$645FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$354Average$566FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$522Average$657FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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