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$131+ Cheap flights from San Francisco to Cleveland (SFO - CLE)

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SFO — CLE
Jul 5 — Jul 121
Sat 7/5
Sat 7/12
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Francisco to Cleveland Hopkins Intl are usually found in January or April, booked 75 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Saturday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Cleveland

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to Cleveland (CLE). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated June 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$272
(Frontier)

One-way from

$131
(Trip.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$488

Good round-trip deal

$389 or less

Good one-way deal

$323 or less
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Cleveland
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Cleveland. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 30, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/27. 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 8/84:31 pmSFO - CLE
1 stop10h 29mFrontier
Mon 8/1110:00 pmCLE - SFO
1 stop15h 25mFrontier
Deal found 6/27$272
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/304:44 pmSFO - CLE
1 stop9h 27mAlaska Airlines
Mon 8/187:00 amCLE - SFO
2 stops19h 59mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/28$294
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/2810:11 pmSFO - CLE
2 stops9h 49mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/186:55 pmCLE - SFO
1 stop8h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/28$301
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.
Tue 8/512:50 amSFO - CLE
1 stop6h 04mDelta
Sat 8/161:45 pmCLE - SFO
1 stop8h 07mDelta
Deal found 6/30$309
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/1812:55 amSFO - CLE
1 stop7h 09mAmerican Airlines
Fri 7/257:36 pmCLE - SFO
1 stop7h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/28$310
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/289:30 pmSFO - CLE
Nonstop4h 45mUnited Airlines
Mon 8/47:31 amCLE - SFO
Nonstop5h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/29$317
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/127:00 amSFO - CLE
2 stops11h 20mSouthwest
Tue 8/266:25 amCLE - SFO
2 stops8h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 6/28$319

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Cleveland 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 June 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Cleveland that are best for you.

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San Francisco

Fly to

Cleveland

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoCleveland

SFO - CLE

SFOCLE

San Francisco

Fri 8/8

4:31 pm-6:00 am

1 stop10h 29m

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Mon 8/11

10:00 pm-10:25 am

1 stop15h 25m

$272

San FranciscoCleveland

SFO - CLE

SFOCLE

San Francisco

Wed 7/30

4:44 pm-5:11 am

1 stop9h 27m

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Mon 8/18

7:00 am-11:59 pm

2 stops19h 59m

$294

San FranciscoCleveland

SFO - CLE

SFOCLE

San Francisco

Mon 7/28

10:11 pm-11:00 am

2 stops9h 49m

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Mon 8/18

6:55 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 04m

$301

San FranciscoCleveland

SFO - CLE

SFOCLE

San Francisco

Tue 8/5

12:50 am-9:54 am

1 stop6h 04m

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Sat 8/16

1:45 pm-6:52 pm

1 stop8h 07m

$309

San FranciscoCleveland

SFO - CLE

SFOCLE

San Francisco

Fri 7/18

12:55 am-11:04 am

1 stop7h 09m

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Fri 7/25

7:36 pm-12:08 am

1 stop7h 32m

$310

San FranciscoCleveland

SFO - CLE

SFOCLE

San Francisco

Mon 7/28

9:30 pm-5:15 am

Nonstop4h 45m

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Mon 8/4

7:31 am-9:40 am

Nonstop5h 09m

$317

San FranciscoCleveland

SFO - CLE

SFOCLE

San Francisco

Tue 8/12

7:00 am-9:20 pm

2 stops11h 20m

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Tue 8/26

6:25 am-12:10 pm

2 stops8h 45m

$319

San FranciscoCleveland

SFO - CLE

SFOCLE

San Francisco

Tue 7/8

1:09 pm-4:34 pm

1 stop24h 25m

$131

San FranciscoCleveland

SFO - CLE

SFOCLE

San Francisco

Sat 9/20

10:00 pm-10:15 am

1 stop9h 15m

$140

San FranciscoCleveland

SFO - CLE

SFOCLE

San Francisco

Fri 9/12

12:45 am-9:57 am

1 stop6h 12m

$155

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The best insider tips for San Francisco to Cleveland flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your San Francisco to Cleveland trip
Airports
SFO

Save time at SFO by using the AirTrain Red Line to quickly navigate between terminals and security checkpoints.

Read more about SFOby Harriet Baskas
CLE

Use the Red Line train from CLE to reach downtown Cleveland in under 30 minutes, with departures every 15 minutes.

Read more about CLEby Ramsey Qubein
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Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on SFO

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on CLE

Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Cleveland

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Cleveland from San Francisco with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Cleveland. Price data was last updated on June 27, 2025.

The best time to book flights from San Francisco to Cleveland is 70 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 Cleveland?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Cleveland (average of $250). Flying from San Francisco to Cleveland in June is currently the most expensive (average of $290). 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 CLE?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 June 30, 2025.

When flying from San Francisco to Cleveland, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 14% versus a flight in the morning.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Cleveland. Price data was last updated on June 29, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Cleveland

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Cleveland. 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 June 30, 2025.

The most flights from SFO to CLE are scheduled on a Friday (10 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

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 June 30, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Francisco to Cleveland, such as Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

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

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,278 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

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
7,973 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

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
8,852 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
JetBlue
7.3
Good
2,920 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

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 Cleveland. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    To fly from San Francisco to Cleveland, you need to book a flight from San Francisco (SFO) to Hopkins Intl (CLE). Nonstop flights to Cleveland Hopkins Intl from San Francisco take 4h 39m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there are 7 outbound flights from San Francisco to Hopkins Intl offered by 5 different airlines.

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

    The San Francisco to Cleveland Hopkins Intl flight path was viewed by 13 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Francisco to Cleveland round-trip?

    Frontier, at $272, was found to be the cheapest airline from San Francisco to Cleveland.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Alaska Airlines and Delta. Frontier is 35% 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 Cleveland one-way?

    $131 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on JetBlue and Delta, with prices starting from $140 and $155, respectively.

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

    Before booking your flight to Cleveland from San Francisco, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Asiana Airlines (96%), United Airlines (96%), Virgin Australia( 95%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from San Francisco to Cleveland is $243. On average you can expect to pay $405. The most popular route, (San Francisco - Cleveland Hopkins Intl), can usually be booked for $251.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from San Francisco to Cleveland?

    Flights departing from San Francisco and landing in Cleveland layover in Las Vegas most frequently.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Las Vegas?

    Fremont Street Experience, The Colosseum at Caesars Palace, and Fountains of Bellagio are currently the most popular points of interest in Las Vegas at the moment. Travelers on a layover in Las Vegas can visit Fremont Street Experience, The Colosseum at Caesars Palace, and Fountains of Bellagio, by traveling 5.9 mi, 2.6 mi, and 2.3 mi, respectively after landing at Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl. Those on a layover in Las Vegas in need of a rental car can book one at Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl for about $54.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for San Francisco to Cleveland flights?

    Flights departing from San Francisco and landing in Cleveland layover in Chicago least frequently.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Cleveland (average of $250). Flying from San Francisco to Cleveland in June is currently the most expensive (average of $290). 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 Cleveland

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 June 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$145Average$240FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$210Average$362FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$236Average$351FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$289Average$500FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$308Average$487FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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