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$179+ Cheap flights from San Francisco to Dayton (SFO - DAY)

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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Dayton

Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Dayton
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Dayton. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 2, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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.
Tue 12/161:11 pmSFO - DAY
1 stop6h 58mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/201:57 pmDAY - SFO
1 stop8h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/1$447
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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 12/1511:59 pmSFO - DAY
1 stop9h 40mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/221:57 pmDAY - SFO
1 stop8h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/1$506
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/30. 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.
Fri 12/510:30 pmSFO - DAY
1 stop9h 00mDelta
Mon 12/86:34 pmDAY - SFO
1 stop8h 43mDelta
Deal found 11/30$529
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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 12/157:00 amSFO - DAY
1 stop6h 51mUnited Airlines
Fri 12/196:28 amDAY - SFO
1 stop10h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/1$533
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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 12/156:00 amSFO - DAY
1 stop8h 50mAmerican Airlines
Fri 12/196:00 amDAY - SFO
2 stops9h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/1$538
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 12/157:00 amSFO - DAY
1 stop6h 51mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/226:28 amDAY - SFO
1 stop10h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/2$539
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/30. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/1211:59 pmSFO - DAY
1 stop8h 38mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/1512:51 pmDAY - SFO
2 stops10h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/30$544

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to Dayton (DAY). 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 December 2, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$349
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$179
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$603
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Dayton that are best for you.

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Price

San FranciscoDayton

SFO - DAY

SFODAY

San Francisco

Fri 1/16

11:36 pm-10:38 am

1 stop8h 02m

Dayton

Sat 1/24

12:34 pm-5:24 pm

1 stop7h 50m

$349

San FranciscoDayton

SFO - DAY

SFODAY

San Francisco

Tue 1/6

7:00 am-7:55 pm

1 stop9h 55m

Dayton

Thu 1/8

12:34 pm-5:24 pm

1 stop7h 50m

$407

San FranciscoDayton

SFO - DAY

SFODAY

San Francisco

Thu 1/8

7:00 am-5:43 pm

1 stop7h 43m

Dayton

Sat 1/10

7:44 am-1:50 pm

1 stop9h 06m

$409

San FranciscoDayton

SFO - DAY

SFODAY

San Francisco

Tue 12/16

1:11 pm-11:09 pm

1 stop6h 58m

Dayton

Sat 12/20

1:57 pm-7:44 pm

1 stop8h 47m

$447

San FranciscoDayton

SFO - DAY

SFODAY

San Francisco

Mon 12/15

11:59 pm-12:39 pm

1 stop9h 40m

Dayton

Mon 12/22

1:57 pm-7:44 pm

1 stop8h 47m

$506

San FranciscoDayton

SFO - DAY

SFODAY

San Francisco

Tue 12/9

10:10 pm-8:16 am

3 stops55h 06m

$179

San FranciscoDayton

SFO - DAY

SFODAY

San Francisco

Sun 1/18

12:55 pm-10:39 pm

1 stop6h 44m

$189

San FranciscoDayton

SFO - DAY

SFODAY

San Francisco

Sat 1/17

1:35 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop7h 09m

$189

San FranciscoDayton

SFO - DAY

SFODAY

San Francisco

Wed 12/10

6:00 am-8:28 pm

2 stops35h 28m

$206

San FranciscoDayton

SFO - DAY

SFODAY

San Francisco

Sat 1/17

12:17 am-12:04 pm

1 stop8h 47m

$230

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Francisco to Dayton in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Dayton flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Dayton flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-Dayton flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Dayton flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San Francisco-Dayton flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Dayton (average of $128). Flying from San Francisco to Dayton in December is currently the most expensive (average of $271). 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 DAY?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to Dayton. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 2, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 29% on flights from San Francisco to Dayton by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

Reviews of airlines servicing Dayton

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Dayton. 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 Dayton. Reviews last updated December 2, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Francisco to Dayton, such as Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,010 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin
Delta
7.9
Good
8,010 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,010 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,065 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,010 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,041 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,010 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco to Dayton. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    American Airlines can get you from San Francisco to Dayton in just under 8h 02m. Your travel time can differ by up to . The distance between San Francisco and Dayton is about 2045 mi.

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

    Delta, at $276, was found to be the cheapest airline from San Francisco to Dayton.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include American Airlines and United Airlines. Users have found that Delta is 45% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $148 on Delta. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $193 and United Airlines from $209 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Dayton (average of $128). Flying from San Francisco to Dayton in December is currently the most expensive (average of $271). 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 3 airlines flying from San Francisco to Dayton

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco to Dayton. 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 2, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$276Average$443FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$308Average$502FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$368Average$583FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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