Banff

$102+ 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 6/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — YYC
May 1 — May 81
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Francisco to Banff are usually found in May or October, booked 82 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Saturday and return on a Saturday

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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 April 1, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. 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.
Mon 5/256:00 am
SFO
-
YYC
Nonstop2h 40m
WestJet
Mon 6/12:40 pm
YYC
-
SFO
Nonstop3h 00m
WestJet
Deal found 3/28$248
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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.
Mon 5/41:00 pm
SFO
-
YYC
Nonstop2h 40m
WestJet
Sun 5/107:55 pm
YYC
-
SFO
Nonstop3h 00m
WestJet
Deal found 3/29$249
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. 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 5/236:00 am
SFO
-
YYC
Nonstop2h 40m
WestJet
Sun 5/312:40 pm
YYC
-
SFO
Nonstop3h 00m
WestJet
Deal found 3/28$250
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/56:00 am
SFO
-
YYC
Nonstop2h 40m
WestJet
Sun 5/1010:00 am
YYC
-
SFO
Nonstop3h 00m
WestJet
Deal found 3/30$251
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/56:00 am
SFO
-
YYC
Nonstop2h 40m
WestJet
Wed 5/610:00 am
YYC
-
SFO
Nonstop3h 00m
WestJet
Deal found 3/30$252
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 4/286:00 am
SFO
-
YYC
Nonstop2h 40m
WestJet
Tue 5/510:00 am
YYC
-
SFO
Nonstop3h 00m
WestJet
Deal found 3/31$253
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 6/96:00 am
SFO
-
YYC
Nonstop2h 40m
WestJet
Sat 6/132:40 pm
YYC
-
SFO
Nonstop3h 00m
WestJet
Deal found 3/31$254
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Fri 6/56:05 pm
SFO
-
YYC
Nonstop2h 40m
WestJet
Mon 6/157:55 pm
YYC
-
SFO
Nonstop3h 00m
WestJet
Deal found 3/31$255
This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. 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 Flightnetwork is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/137:30 pm
SFO
-
YYC
1 stop5h 11m
Air Canada
Wed 5/209:20 am
YYC
-
SFO
2 stops7h 02m
Air Canada
Deal found 3/28$256
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Thu 6/46:00 am
SFO
-
YYC
Nonstop2h 40m
WestJet
Mon 6/157:55 pm
YYC
-
SFO
Nonstop3h 00m
WestJet
Deal found 3/31$257
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/276:00 am
SFO
-
YYC
Nonstop2h 40m
WestJet
Tue 5/510:00 am
YYC
-
SFO
Nonstop3h 00m
WestJet
Deal found 3/30$258
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 5/176:00 am
SFO
-
YYC
Nonstop2h 40m
WestJet
Sun 5/2410:00 am
YYC
-
SFO
Nonstop3h 00m
WestJet
Deal found 3/31$259

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 April 1, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$248
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$102
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$281
Provider with most accurate pricing for San Francisco-Calgary flight deals.
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From San Francisco to Banff
One-way flight from San Francisco to Banff
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($15 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2026

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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 April 1, 2026.
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 4/26

8:23 am-12:19 pm

Nonstop2h 56m

Calgary

Fri 5/1

3:22 pm-5:15 pm

Nonstop2h 53m

$295

San FranciscoCalgary

SFO - YYC

SFOYYC

San Francisco

Sun 5/3

8:23 am-12:19 pm

Nonstop2h 56m

Calgary

Thu 5/7

3:22 pm-5:15 pm

Nonstop2h 53m

$295

San FranciscoCalgary

SFO - YYC

SFOYYC

San Francisco

Fri 7/24

1:20 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop8h 39m

Calgary

Fri 7/31

12:33 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop10h 12m

$374

San FranciscoCalgary

SFO - YYC

SFOYYC

San Francisco

Fri 7/24

1:20 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop8h 39m

Calgary

Thu 7/30

12:33 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop10h 12m

$374

San FranciscoCalgary

SFO - YYC

SFOYYC

San Francisco

Wed 6/10

1:20 pm-11:01 pm

1 stop8h 41m

Calgary

Wed 6/17

7:45 am-12:07 pm

1 stop5h 22m

$379

San FranciscoCalgary

SFO - YYC

SFOYYC

San Francisco

Fri 5/22

1:25 pm-10:57 pm

1 stop8h 32m

Calgary

Tue 6/2

12:27 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop10h 03m

$402

San FranciscoCalgary

SFO - YYC

SFOYYC

San Francisco

Sat 5/16

4:23 pm-10:41 am

2 stops17h 18m

Calgary

Sat 5/23

6:59 pm-9:01 am

2 stops15h 02m

$481

San FranciscoCalgary

SFO - YYC

SFOYYC

San Francisco

Wed 7/15

1:20 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop8h 39m

Calgary

Sat 7/18

7:45 am-4:02 pm

1 stop9h 17m

$486

San FranciscoCalgary

SFO - YYC

SFOYYC

San Francisco

Thu 8/27

1:35 pm-11:06 pm

1 stop8h 31m

Calgary

Mon 8/31

7:15 am-4:23 pm

1 stop10h 08m

$486

San FranciscoCalgary

SFO - YYC

SFOYYC

San Francisco

Tue 9/8

1:35 pm-11:06 pm

1 stop8h 31m

Calgary

Sat 9/12

2:00 pm-10:52 pm

1 stop9h 52m

$486

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Banff

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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 March 13, 2026.

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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Banff (average of $91). 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 April 1, 2026.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San Francisco to Banff is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 9% 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 March 28, 2026.

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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Banff?

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 April 1, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta,United Airlines, andWestJet 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.

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

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.

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

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.

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

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.

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

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.

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

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.

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

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

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  • 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 11.0 mi from the center of San Francisco. There are 3 flights from San Francisco to Banff per day from 5 different airlines.

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

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

    Departing from San Francisco to Banff will take you 2h 56m. Airlines will cover a distance of 1018 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • 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 ($70), Air Canada ($71), and WestJet ($77).

  • 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 United Airlines (87%), Air Canada (87%) and Air New Zealand (87%).

  • 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 $1,303, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $127. The most popular route (San Francisco - Calgary), is priced around $254.

  • 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Banff (average of $91). 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 April 1, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapest$87Average$298FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Flair AirlinesCheapest$102Average$263FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$114Average$259FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$130Average$345FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
WestJetCheapest$153Average$296FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%

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