Italy

$293+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Italy

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SFO — NAP
Jun 21 — Jun 281
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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Italy

Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Italy
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Italy. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 22, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/20. 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 10/295:45 pm
SFO
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BLQ
1 stop17h 40m
Scandinavian Airlines
Wed 11/118:05 pm
BLQ
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SFO
1 stop27h 45m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 5/20$556
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/20. 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 8/234:45 pm
SFO
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BLQ
1 stop17h 35m
Scandinavian Airlines
Mon 9/78:05 pm
BLQ
-
SFO
1 stop27h 35m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 5/20$588
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/21. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/234:45 pm
SFO
-
BLQ
1 stop17h 35m
Scandinavian Airlines
Sun 8/308:05 pm
BLQ
-
SFO
1 stop27h 35m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 5/21$601
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/20. 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 8/234:45 pm
SFO
-
BLQ
1 stop17h 35m
Scandinavian Airlines
Sat 9/58:05 pm
BLQ
-
SFO
1 stop27h 35m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 5/20$616
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/22. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/294:45 pm
SFO
-
BLQ
1 stop17h 35m
Scandinavian Airlines
Sat 9/198:05 pm
BLQ
-
SFO
1 stop27h 35m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 5/22$631
This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/20. 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 Scandinavian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/244:45 pm
SFO
-
BLQ
1 stop17h 35m
Scandinavian Airlines
Thu 9/38:05 pm
BLQ
-
SFO
1 stop27h 35m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 5/20$633
This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/20. 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 Scandinavian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/244:45 pm
SFO
-
BLQ
1 stop17h 35m
Scandinavian Airlines
Sat 9/58:05 pm
BLQ
-
SFO
1 stop27h 35m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 5/20$663
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/21. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/314:45 pm
SFO
-
BLQ
1 stop17h 35m
Scandinavian Airlines
Thu 9/178:05 pm
BLQ
-
SFO
1 stop27h 35m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 5/21$675
This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/20. 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 Scandinavian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/234:45 pm
SFO
-
BLQ
1 stop17h 35m
Scandinavian Airlines
Tue 9/88:05 pm
BLQ
-
SFO
2 stops37h 51m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 5/20$694
This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/18. 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 Scandinavian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/1210:45 pm
SFO
-
BLQ
2 stops35h 35m
Scandinavian Airlines
Thu 9/248:05 pm
BLQ
-
SFO
1 stop27h 35m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 5/18$704
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/20. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/126:50 pm
SFO
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BLQ
2 stops39h 30m
Scandinavian Airlines
Wed 10/218:05 pm
BLQ
-
SFO
1 stop27h 35m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 5/20$708
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/21. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/117:35 pm
SFO
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PMO
1 stop14h 05m
SWISS
Tue 8/259:45 am
PMO
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SFO
1 stop15h 30m
SWISS
Deal found 5/21$715

Find flight deals from San Francisco to Italy

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Francisco to Italy flight deals. Data was last updated May 22, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$715
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$293
(Lufthansa)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$777

Good round-trip deal

$1,008 or less

Good one-way deal

$711 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for San Francisco-Rome (ROM) flight deals.
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From San Francisco to Italy
One-way flight from San Francisco to Italy
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($118 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($21 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Italy.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from San Francisco to Italy.

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Italy 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 May 22, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Italy that are best for you.

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Cheapest round-trip

San FranciscoMilan

SFO - LIN

SFOLIN

San Francisco

Mon 8/10

5:36 am-11:20 am

2 stops20h 44m

Milan Linate

Wed 8/19

11:00 am-11:45 am

1 stop33h 45m

$755

San FranciscoMilan

SFO - MXP

SFOMXP

San Francisco

Sun 8/16

2:00 pm-5:35 pm

2 stops18h 35m

Milan Malpensa

Sun 8/30

11:40 am-7:39 pm

1 stop16h 59m

$766

San FranciscoMilan

SFO - LIN

SFOLIN

San Francisco

Mon 8/31

8:10 pm-8:50 am

1 stop27h 40m

Milan Linate

Wed 9/30

1:00 pm-11:45 am

1 stop31h 45m

$772

San FranciscoMilan

SFO - LIN

SFOLIN

San Francisco

Tue 8/25

5:00 am-12:20 pm

2 stops22h 20m

Milan Linate

Thu 9/24

6:50 am-12:40 pm

1 stop14h 50m

$777

San FranciscoMilan

SFO - LIN

SFOLIN

San Francisco

Sun 9/6

5:00 pm-9:20 pm

2 stops19h 20m

Milan Linate

Thu 9/17

6:40 am-11:45 am

1 stop14h 05m

$779
Quickest round-trip

San FranciscoMilan

SFO - LIN

SFOLIN

San Francisco

Tue 9/22

12:00 pm-3:55 pm

2 stops18h 55m

Milan Linate

Tue 9/29

6:40 am-11:45 am

1 stop14h 05m

$779

San FranciscoMilan

SFO - LIN

SFOLIN

San Francisco

Mon 8/31

1:55 pm-6:25 pm

1 stop19h 30m

Milan Linate

Thu 10/1

6:50 am-3:20 pm

1 stop17h 30m

$785

San FranciscoMilan

SFO - LIN

SFOLIN

San Francisco

Wed 9/9

10:05 am-12:20 pm

2 stops17h 15m

Milan Linate

Fri 10/2

6:20 am-6:54 pm

2 stops21h 34m

$787

San FranciscoMilan

SFO - LIN

SFOLIN

San Francisco

Tue 9/1

3:15 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop17h 55m

Milan Linate

Fri 10/2

7:00 am-1:15 pm

1 stop15h 15m

$790

San FranciscoMilan

SFO - MXP

SFOMXP

San Francisco

Sat 8/8

4:30 pm-3:50 pm

1 stop14h 20m

Milan Malpensa

Sun 8/30

4:50 pm-2:30 pm

1 stop30h 40m

$793

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Italy

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Italy 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 Italy

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Italy (average of $626). Flying from San Francisco to Italy in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,081). 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 IT?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to Italy. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated May 22, 2026.

When flying from San Francisco to Italy, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

How often are flights from San Francisco to Italy delayed?

About 21% of weekly flights between San Francisco and Italy have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 141 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for San Francisco to Italy flights?

Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Friday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Tuesday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on San Francisco to Italy flights?

Over the last year, ITA Airways have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 18% of flights being delayed.

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

The best time to book flights from San Francisco to Italy 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Italy

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Italy. 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 Italy. Reviews last updated May 22, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with United Airlines,Lufthansa, andITA Airways from San Francisco to Italy by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Dynasty,May 2026

LAX - EWR

The food wasn’t nice - Hosts were not that kind.

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Dynasty,May 2026

LAX - EWR

The food wasn’t nice - Hosts were not that kind.

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Dynasty,May 2026

LAX - EWR

The food wasn’t nice - Hosts were not that kind.

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Dynasty,May 2026

LAX - EWR

The food wasn’t nice - Hosts were not that kind.

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Dynasty,May 2026

LAX - EWR

The food wasn’t nice - Hosts were not that kind.

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Dynasty,May 2026

LAX - EWR

The food wasn’t nice - Hosts were not that kind.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco to Italy. 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 from for flights from San Francisco to Italy?

    San Francisco (SFO) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from San Francisco to Italy. It is only a 11.0 mi journey to San Francisco (SFO) from San Francisco’s city center.

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

    For as low as $793, Delta can have you in Italy from San Francisco in 14h 20m. San Francisco and Italy are separated by a distance of 5928 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for KLM. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $191. Users have also found prices from $209 and $223 on TAP AIR PORTUGAL and Air France, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from San Francisco to Italy?

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Italy (average of $626). Flying from San Francisco to Italy in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,081). 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 10 airlines flying from San Francisco to Italy

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco to Italy. 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 22, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
CondorCheapest$175Average$782FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
LEVELCheapest$220Average$546FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
ITA AirwaysCheapest$242Average$1,001FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
TAP AIR PORTUGALCheapest$384Average$576FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$389Average$603FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
WestJetCheapest$392Average$890FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
IberiaCheapest$402Average$609FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Air FranceCheapest$410Average$814FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
British AirwaysCheapest$434Average$739FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
DeltaCheapest$441Average$921FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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