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$177+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) 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 8/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — ANC
Jul 8 — Jul 151
Tue 7/8
Tue 7/15
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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Alaska

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Francisco to Alaska flight deals. Data was last updated July 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$337
(Delta)

One-way from

$177
(Alaska Airlines)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$584

Good round-trip deal

$449 or less

Good one-way deal

$245 or less
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Alaska
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Alaska. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 3, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Tue 8/265:03 pmSFO - FAI
1 stop7h 22mDelta
Fri 8/291:50 amFAI - SFO
1 stop13h 05mDelta
Deal found 7/2$337
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 8/205:25 pmSFO - FAI
1 stop16h 35mAlaska Airlines
Sat 8/235:00 amFAI - SFO
1 stop12h 33mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/1$354
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 9/1812:30 pmSFO - ANC
2 stops14h 07mDelta
Mon 9/2212:55 amANC - SFO
1 stop7h 53mDelta
Deal found 7/3$360
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Sat 9/1311:44 amSFO - ANC
2 stops10h 03mAlaska Airlines
Tue 9/164:40 amANC - SFO
1 stop8h 04mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/2$361
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Sun 8/175:22 pmSFO - ANC
Nonstop4h 53mHawaiian Airlines
Sun 8/245:00 amANC - SFO
1 stop6h 25mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 7/2$375
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Thu 8/147:05 pmSFO - ANC
Nonstop4h 47mUnited Airlines
Mon 8/184:08 pmANC - SFO
Nonstop4h 42mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/1$398
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
Mon 8/1810:31 amSFO - JNU
1 stop8h 40mDelta
Fri 8/227:05 amJNU - SFO
1 stop7h 50mDelta
Deal found 6/30$401
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Thu 8/2112:15 pmSFO - ANC
1 stop11h 51mAmerican Airlines
Wed 8/2712:50 pmANC - SFO
Nonstop4h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/1$413
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 9/38:00 amSFO - JNU
2 stops12h 58mAlaska Airlines
Sat 9/67:13 amJNU - SFO
2 stops12h 06mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/2$431
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Fri 9/56:00 amSFO - KTN
1 stop6h 03mAlaska Airlines
Wed 9/109:00 amKTN - SFO
1 stop8h 09mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/1$446
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Sat 8/162:45 pmSFO - SIT
1 stop8h 59mAlaska Airlines
Wed 8/207:17 pmSIT - SFO
2 stops17h 29mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/1$451
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Tue 8/56:53 pmSFO - JNU
1 stop6h 32mAmerican Airlines
Thu 8/147:08 amJNU - SFO
1 stop10h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/1$519

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 July 3, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Alaska that are best for you.

Fly from

San Francisco

Fly to

Alaska

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoFairbanks

SFO - FAI

SFOFAI

San Francisco

Tue 8/26

5:03 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop7h 22m

Fairbanks

Fri 8/29

1:50 am-3:55 pm

1 stop13h 05m

$337

San FranciscoFairbanks

SFO - FAI

SFOFAI

San Francisco

Wed 8/20

5:25 pm-9:00 am

1 stop16h 35m

Fairbanks

Sat 8/23

7:15 am-6:33 pm

1 stop10h 18m

$354

San FranciscoAnchorage

SFO - ANC

SFOANC

San Francisco

Thu 9/18

12:30 pm-1:37 am

2 stops14h 07m

Anchorage

Mon 9/22

12:55 am-9:48 am

1 stop7h 53m

$360

San FranciscoAnchorage

SFO - ANC

SFOANC

San Francisco

Sat 9/13

11:44 am-8:47 pm

2 stops10h 03m

Anchorage

Tue 9/16

4:40 am-1:44 pm

1 stop8h 04m

$361

San FranciscoAnchorage

SFO - ANC

SFOANC

San Francisco

Sun 8/17

5:22 pm-9:15 pm

Nonstop4h 53m

Anchorage

Sun 8/24

5:00 am-12:25 pm

1 stop6h 25m

$375

San FranciscoAnchorage

SFO - ANC

SFOANC

San Francisco

Thu 8/14

7:05 pm-10:52 pm

Nonstop4h 47m

Anchorage

Mon 8/18

4:08 pm-9:50 pm

Nonstop4h 42m

$398

San FranciscoJuneau

SFO - JNU

SFOJNU

San Francisco

Mon 8/18

10:31 am-6:11 pm

1 stop8h 40m

Juneau Intl

Fri 8/22

7:05 am-3:55 pm

1 stop7h 50m

$401

San FranciscoAnchorage

SFO - ANC

SFOANC

San Francisco

Thu 8/21

12:15 pm-11:06 pm

1 stop11h 51m

Anchorage

Wed 8/27

12:50 pm-6:33 pm

Nonstop4h 43m

$413

San FranciscoJuneau

SFO - JNU

SFOJNU

San Francisco

Wed 9/3

8:00 am-7:58 pm

2 stops12h 58m

Juneau Intl

Sat 9/6

7:13 am-8:19 pm

2 stops12h 06m

$431

San FranciscoKetchikan

SFO - KTN

SFOKTN

San Francisco

Fri 9/5

6:00 am-11:03 am

1 stop6h 03m

Ketchikan

Wed 9/10

9:00 am-6:09 pm

1 stop8h 09m

$446

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Alaska

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Alaska (average of $456). Flying from San Francisco to Alaska in July is currently the most expensive (average of $648). 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 SFO to AK?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 July 3, 2025.

When flying from San Francisco to Alaska, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Alaska

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Alaska. 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 July 3, 2025.

The most flights from SFO to USAK are scheduled on a Monday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

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 July 3, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Delta, and Hawaiian Airlines from San Francisco to Alaska 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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,545 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,861 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco to Alaska. 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 from for flights from San Francisco to Alaska?

    For a flight from San Francisco to Alaska, you will be flying from San Francisco. San Francisco (SFO) is just 11.8 mi from the center of the city.

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

    Within the past month, 4 users have taken a look at flights from San Francisco to Alaska.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Alaska Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $177. Users have also found prices from $184 and $246 on Delta and United Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from San Francisco to Alaska?

    While some choose either San Francisco - Fairbanks or San Francisco - Juneau Intl, San Francisco - Anchorage is the most popular route from San Francisco to Alaska.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from San Francisco to Alaska consider choosing United Airlines (97%), Air New Zealand (93%) or Lufthansa (93%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from San Francisco to Alaska? While on average our users pay $472, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $189. The most popular route (San Francisco - Anchorage), is priced around $316.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco 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 to Alaska.

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Alaska (average of $456). Flying from San Francisco to Alaska in July is currently the most expensive (average of $648). 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 to Alaska

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 July 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$277Average$444FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$312Average$543FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$325Average$661FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$352Average$553FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$515Average$848FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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