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Cheap flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Cleveland (CLE)

SFO — CLE
Jun 26 — Jul 31
Fri 6/26
Fri 7/3
1 adult, Economy
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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$347
(Delta)

One-way from

$130
(Super.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$492
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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Cleveland

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Cleveland?

The price you pay for your flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Cleveland may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 69 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Cleveland (average of $107). Flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Cleveland in March is currently the most expensive (average of $289). 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 CLE?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco Bay Area to Cleveland. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated May 27, 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from San Francisco Bay Area to Cleveland at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 15% 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 Bay Area to Cleveland?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco Bay Area to Cleveland. Price data was last updated on May 23, 2026.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Cleveland

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cleveland. 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 Cleveland. Reviews last updated May 27, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest,Delta, andUnited Airlines from San Francisco Bay Area to Cleveland have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,265 reviews

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,265 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,265 reviews

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,423 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,265 reviews

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,751 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,265 reviews

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,640 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,265 reviews

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
Frontier
5.6
Fair
2,932 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,265 reviews

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco Bay Area to Cleveland. 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 into for flights to Cleveland from San Francisco Bay Area?

    Cleveland Hopkins Intl (CLE) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Cleveland. It is only a 10.1 mi journey from Hopkins Intl (CLE) to Cleveland’s city center.

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

    This flight path from San Francisco Bay Area to Cleveland Hopkins Intl was viewed by 18 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    For as low as $357, Alaska Airlines can have you in Cleveland from San Francisco Bay Area in 7h 05m. San Francisco Bay Area and Cleveland are separated by a distance of 2138 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 Cleveland one-way?

    $71 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on American Airlines and Southwest, with prices starting from $89 and $131, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from San Francisco Bay Area to Cleveland?

    The most popular flight routes from San Francisco Bay Area to Cleveland are San Francisco - Cleveland Hopkins Intl, San Jose - Cleveland Hopkins Intl and Oakland - Cleveland Hopkins Intl.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Francisco Bay Area to Cleveland?

    Consider Virgin Australia (86%), Air New Zealand (86%) or United Airlines (84%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Cleveland.

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Cleveland?

    On average you can expect to pay $434 for a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Cleveland. The cheapest flight overall is $154 while the most popular route, (San Francisco - Cleveland Hopkins Intl) is currently priced at $320.

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

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

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

    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 Cleveland.

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Cleveland (average of $107). Flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Cleveland in March is currently the most expensive (average of $289). 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 Cleveland

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Cleveland. 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 May 27, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$172Average$277FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$216Average$519FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$218Average$388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$289Average$466FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$293Average$465FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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