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$78+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Banff, Canada

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 1/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — YYC
Jan 14 — Jan 211
Wed 1/14
Wed 1/21
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Banff

Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Banff
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Banff. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 15, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/12. 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 12/1511:56 amSFO - YYC
1 stop8h 01mDelta
Thu 12/187:35 amYYC - SFO
1 stop9h 37mDelta
Deal found 12/12$386
This Air Canada 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/307:30 amSFO - YYC
1 stop12h 29mAir Canada
Wed 1/78:45 pmYYC - SFO
2 stops14h 49mAir Canada
Deal found 12/15$417
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/311:20 pmSFO - YYC
1 stop6h 39mAir Canada
Wed 1/79:35 pmYYC - SFO
1 stop13h 59mAir Canada
Deal found 12/14$420
This Super.com 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/301:00 pmSFO - YYC
Nonstop2h 48mWestJet
Tue 1/610:05 amYYC - SFO
Nonstop3h 07mWestJet
Deal found 12/15$425
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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.
Wed 12/315:42 pmSFO - YYC
2 stops20h 03mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/77:35 pmYYC - SFO
1 stop13h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/14$439
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/249:30 pmSFO - YYC
2 stops24h 22mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/911:05 pmYYC - SFO
1 stop11h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/15$446
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/12. 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.
Tue 12/161:00 pmSFO - YYC
Nonstop2h 48mWestJet
Fri 12/1910:05 amYYC - SFO
Nonstop3h 07mWestJet
Deal found 12/12$453
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/249:30 pmSFO - YYC
2 stops24h 22mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/77:35 pmYYC - SFO
1 stop13h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/15$472
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/166:00 pmSFO - YYC
1 stop5h 29mAir Canada
Tue 1/68:45 pmYYC - SFO
2 stops16h 35mAir Canada
Deal found 12/13$477
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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.
Wed 12/315:42 pmSFO - YYC
2 stops20h 03mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/67:35 pmYYC - SFO
1 stop14h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/13$478
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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.
Sat 12/276:00 amSFO - YYC
1 stop4h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/77:15 amYYC - SFO
1 stop27h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/13$480
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/12. 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 12/281:00 pmSFO - YYC
Nonstop2h 48mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/67:35 pmYYC - SFO
1 stop14h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/12$481

Find flight deals from San Francisco to Banff

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Francisco to Banff flight deals. Data was last updated December 15, 2025.

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3 stars

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Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$164
(Flightnetwork)

One-way from

$78
(Super.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$402
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Banff 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 15, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Banff that are best for you.

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San FranciscoCalgary

SFO - YYC

SFOYYC

San Francisco

Sun 1/25

8:33 am-12:26 pm

Nonstop2h 53m

Calgary

Fri 1/30

3:30 pm-5:29 pm

Nonstop2h 59m

$188

San FranciscoCalgary

SFO - YYC

SFOYYC

San Francisco

Fri 1/30

8:33 am-12:26 pm

Nonstop2h 53m

Calgary

Mon 2/2

3:30 pm-5:29 pm

Nonstop2h 59m

$188

San FranciscoCalgary

SFO - YYC

SFOYYC

San Francisco

Sat 2/7

8:33 am-12:26 pm

Nonstop2h 53m

Calgary

Wed 2/11

3:30 pm-5:29 pm

Nonstop2h 59m

$188

San FranciscoCalgary

SFO - YYC

SFOYYC

San Francisco

Wed 1/28

8:33 am-12:26 pm

Nonstop2h 53m

Calgary

Wed 2/4

3:30 pm-5:29 pm

Nonstop2h 59m

$188

San FranciscoCalgary

SFO - YYC

SFOYYC

San Francisco

Sun 5/17

8:19 am-12:03 pm

Nonstop2h 44m

Calgary

Wed 5/20

3:22 pm-5:23 pm

Nonstop3h 01m

$192

San FranciscoCalgary

SFO - YYC

SFOYYC

San Francisco

Sun 5/3

8:19 am-12:03 pm

Nonstop2h 44m

Calgary

Thu 5/7

3:22 pm-5:23 pm

Nonstop3h 01m

$192

San FranciscoCalgary

SFO - YYC

SFOYYC

San Francisco

Tue 1/13

1:00 pm-4:48 pm

Nonstop2h 48m

Calgary

Tue 1/20

10:05 am-12:12 pm

Nonstop3h 07m

$201

San FranciscoCalgary

SFO - YYC

SFOYYC

San Francisco

Thu 1/8

8:33 am-12:26 pm

Nonstop2h 53m

Calgary

Tue 3/3

3:30 pm-5:33 pm

Nonstop3h 03m

$233

San FranciscoCalgary

SFO - YYC

SFOYYC

San Francisco

Thu 1/15

8:33 am-12:26 pm

Nonstop2h 53m

Calgary

Fri 1/16

3:30 pm-5:29 pm

Nonstop2h 59m

$233

San FranciscoCalgary

SFO - YYC

SFOYYC

San Francisco

Sun 1/11

8:33 am-12:26 pm

Nonstop2h 53m

Calgary

Thu 1/15

3:30 pm-5:29 pm

Nonstop2h 59m

$251

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Banff

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Banff. Price data was last updated on December 12, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Francisco to Banff, you should look to book at least 82 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.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Banff (average of $58). Flying from San Francisco to Banff in December is currently the most expensive (average of $153). 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 B4N?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to Banff. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 15, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San Francisco to Banff is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 23% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to Banff?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Banff. Price data was last updated on December 13, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Banff flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings 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.

Weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Banff

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Banff. 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 December 15, 2025.

The most flights from SFO to B4N are scheduled on a Friday (7 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Banff

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Banff. 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 Banff. Reviews last updated December 15, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, and WestJet from San Francisco to Banff 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.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,092 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
WestJet
7.2
Good
3,202 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,526 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Flair Airlines
6.0
Okay
255 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

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

    If you book a flight to Banff from San Francisco, you will be flying from San Francisco, which is the city’s only airport. San Francisco (SFO) is located 11.8 mi from the center of San Francisco. There are 4 flights from San Francisco to Banff per day from 5 different airlines.

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

    Flights from San Francisco to Banff have been viewed 172 times in the past calendar month.

  • How long is the flight from San Francisco to Banff?

    Departing from San Francisco to Banff will take you 2h 53m. Airlines will cover a distance of 1018 mi. All flights are typically nonstop.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San Francisco to Banff are United Airlines ($68), Air Canada ($71), and WestJet ($72).

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from San Francisco to Banff are Aeromexico (100%), KLM (85%) and Air Canada (82%).

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from San Francisco to Banff? While on average our users pay $857, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $97. The most popular route (San Francisco - Calgary), is priced around $175.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Banff (average of $58). Flying from San Francisco to Banff in December is currently the most expensive (average of $153). 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 Banff

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco to Banff. 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 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapest$92Average$303FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
DeltaCheapest$113Average$290FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
WestJetCheapest$158Average$285FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
Flair AirlinesCheapest$160Average$265FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$166Average$331FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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