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$125+ Cheap flights from San Francisco to Boston (SFO - BOS)

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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Francisco to Boston Logan Intl are usually found in January or February, booked 64 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

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Round-trip from

$212
(Southwest)

One-way from

$125
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$337

Good round-trip deal

$275 or less

Good one-way deal

$175 or less
From San Francisco to Boston Logan Intl
One-way flight from San Francisco to Boston Logan Intl
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/249:05 pmSFO - BOS
1 stop9h 55mSouthwest
Tue 10/285:30 amBOS - SFO
1 stop11h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 9/10$212
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/79:05 pmSFO - BOS
1 stop8h 20mSouthwest
Fri 11/146:10 amBOS - SFO
1 stop10h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 9/10$216
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/2510:55 amSFO - BOS
1 stop9h 25mSouthwest
Tue 10/287:50 amBOS - SFO
2 stops10h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 9/10$217
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Thu 11/65:45 amSFO - BOS
2 stops24h 15mFrontier
Sun 11/910:04 amBOS - SFO
1 stop14h 07mFrontier
Deal found 9/10$220
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/510:50 amSFO - BOS
1 stop7h 50mSouthwest
Tue 11/116:45 amBOS - SFO
1 stop10h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 9/11$222
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/49:25 pmSFO - BOS
1 stop9h 15mSouthwest
Mon 12/87:20 amBOS - SFO
1 stop9h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 9/11$224
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Sat 10/2511:25 pmSFO - BOS
1 stop8h 00mAmerican Airlines
Sat 11/17:32 amBOS - SFO
1 stop10h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/10$229
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Mon 9/2911:25 pmSFO - BOS
1 stop9h 35mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/303:55 pmBOS - SFO
1 stop8h 57mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/10$231
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/710:23 pmSFO - BOS
1 stop9h 25mFrontier
Mon 11/109:55 amBOS - SFO
2 stops17h 19mFrontier
Deal found 9/10$232
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/209:05 pmSFO - BOS
1 stop8h 20mSouthwest
Wed 10/222:05 pmBOS - SFO
1 stop8h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 9/10$234
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/129:25 pmSFO - BOS
1 stop7h 40mSouthwest
Mon 12/157:20 amBOS - SFO
1 stop9h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 9/11$236

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Boston 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 September 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Boston that are best for you.

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San FranciscoBoston

SFO - BOS

SFOBOS

San Francisco

Sat 10/25

5:30 pm-8:10 am

2 stops11h 40m

Boston Logan Intl

Fri 10/31

5:15 am-12:10 pm

1 stop9h 55m

$267

San FranciscoBoston

SFO - BOS

SFOBOS

San Francisco

Wed 1/7

6:05 am-8:50 pm

2 stops11h 45m

Boston Logan Intl

Mon 1/12

5:50 am-1:25 pm

1 stop10h 35m

$277

San FranciscoBoston

SFO - BOS

SFOBOS

San Francisco

Tue 1/6

8:30 pm-5:01 am

Nonstop5h 31m

Boston Logan Intl

Sat 1/10

6:00 am-9:55 am

Nonstop6h 55m

$279

San FranciscoBoston

SFO - BOS

SFOBOS

San Francisco

Sat 10/18

7:11 am-4:00 pm

Nonstop5h 49m

Boston Logan Intl

Tue 10/21

8:25 pm-12:05 am

Nonstop6h 40m

$279

San FranciscoBoston

SFO - BOS

SFOBOS

San Francisco

Wed 11/5

12:30 pm-9:10 pm

Nonstop5h 40m

Boston Logan Intl

Thu 11/13

4:45 pm-8:41 pm

Nonstop6h 56m

$279

San FranciscoBoston

SFO - BOS

SFOBOS

San Francisco

Mon 10/27

7:00 am-3:41 pm

Nonstop5h 41m

Boston Logan Intl

Tue 11/4

6:59 pm-10:50 pm

Nonstop6h 51m

$279

San FranciscoBoston

SFO - BOS

SFOBOS

San Francisco

Sat 10/25

7:11 am-4:00 pm

Nonstop5h 49m

Boston Logan Intl

Sat 11/1

6:59 pm-10:50 pm

Nonstop6h 51m

$279

San FranciscoBoston

SFO - BOS

SFOBOS

San Francisco

Tue 10/14

9:50 pm-6:30 am

Nonstop5h 40m

Boston Logan Intl

Tue 10/21

7:15 am-11:02 am

Nonstop6h 47m

$279

San FranciscoBoston

SFO - BOS

SFOBOS

San Francisco

Sun 10/19

7:11 am-4:00 pm

Nonstop5h 49m

Boston Logan Intl

Wed 10/22

8:25 pm-12:05 am

Nonstop6h 40m

$279

San FranciscoBoston

SFO - BOS

SFOBOS

San Francisco

Wed 10/29

7:00 am-3:41 pm

Nonstop5h 41m

Boston Logan Intl

Mon 11/3

6:59 pm-10:50 pm

Nonstop6h 51m

$279

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Boston

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to Boston

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Boston. Price data was last updated on August 29, 2025.

The best time to book flights from San Francisco to Boston is 64 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Boston (average of $218). Flying from San Francisco to Boston in July is currently the most expensive (average of $311). 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 BOS?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to Boston. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 11, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from San Francisco to Boston in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 18% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Boston. Price data was last updated on September 7, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Boston flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Boston

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Boston. 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 Boston. Reviews last updated September 11, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Delta, and Hawaiian Airlines from San Francisco to Boston. 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.

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airports do I use to fly from San Francisco to Boston?

    To fly from San Francisco to Boston, you need to book a flight from San Francisco (SFO) to Logan Intl (BOS). Nonstop flights to Boston Logan Intl from San Francisco take 5h 27m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there are 42 outbound flights from San Francisco to Logan Intl offered by 9 different airlines.

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

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

    For as low as $279, Southwest can have you in Boston from San Francisco in 5h 31m. San Francisco and Boston are separated by a distance of 2696 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 flying from San Francisco to Boston round-trip?

    Currently priced at $104, Frontier will fly you from San Francisco to Boston and back. In addition to Frontier, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Hawaiian Airlines and Sun Country Air - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $144 and $160, respectively. Frontier is 72% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Southwest, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $135. Hawaiian Airlines flights start at $140 while deals on United Airlines start at $140 one-way.

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

    Consider Etihad Airways (99%), China Eastern (92%) or Scandinavian Airlines (92%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from San Francisco to Boston.

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $118. While the most popular route (San Francisco - Boston Logan Intl) can be booked for $175 on average, our data indicates $1,035 when flying from San Francisco to Boston.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Boston (average of $218). Flying from San Francisco to Boston in July is currently the most expensive (average of $311). 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 9 airlines flying from San Francisco to Boston

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco to Boston. 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 September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$104Average$203FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$144Average$361FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Sun Country AirCheapest$160Average$367FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
DeltaCheapest$173Average$374FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$197Average$383FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$205Average$435FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$229Average$446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$234Average$417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$246Average$405FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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