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$159+ Cheap flights from San Francisco to Lincoln, NE (SFO - LNK)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — LNK
Oct 17 — Oct 241
Fri 10/17
Fri 10/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Lincoln

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to Lincoln (LNK). 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 September 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$227
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$159
(United Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$449
From San Francisco to Lincoln
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Lincoln
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Lincoln. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 17, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Sat 10/185:05 amSFO - LNK
1 stop5h 06mUnited Airlines
Wed 10/221:05 pmLNK - SFO
1 stop6h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/15$227
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Sat 10/185:15 amSFO - LNK
1 stop7h 23mUnited Airlines
Tue 10/216:18 amLNK - SFO
1 stop5h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/15$307
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Tue 9/305:15 amSFO - LNK
1 stop7h 23mUnited Airlines
Sat 10/46:18 amLNK - SFO
1 stop5h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/15$319
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 10/2011:00 pmSFO - LNK
1 stop10h 09mUnited Airlines
Tue 10/285:15 pmLNK - SFO
1 stop7h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/16$349
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Tue 10/215:05 amSFO - LNK
1 stop5h 06mUnited Airlines
Tue 10/285:15 pmLNK - SFO
1 stop7h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/16$373
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 10/2011:33 pmSFO - LNK
1 stop9h 36mUnited Airlines
Thu 10/305:15 pmLNK - SFO
1 stop7h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/16$374
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Sat 10/185:05 amSFO - LNK
1 stop5h 06mUnited Airlines
Mon 10/2011:44 amLNK - SFO
1 stop11h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/15$391
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Tue 10/217:00 amSFO - LNK
1 stop9h 48mUnited Airlines
Thu 10/305:15 pmLNK - SFO
1 stop7h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/16$398
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Wed 10/226:40 pmSFO - LNK
1 stop13h 37mUnited Airlines
Wed 10/295:15 pmLNK - SFO
1 stop7h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/15$407
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Sat 10/185:05 amSFO - LNK
1 stop5h 06mUnited Airlines
Fri 10/245:06 pmLNK - SFO
1 stop7h 51mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/15$408

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Lincoln 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 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Lincoln that are best for you.

Fly from

San Francisco

Fly to

Lincoln

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoLincoln

SFO - LNK

SFOLNK

San Francisco

Tue 10/21

5:15 am-2:38 pm

1 stop7h 23m

Lincoln

Wed 10/29

9:16 am-3:16 pm

1 stop8h 00m

$349

San FranciscoLincoln

SFO - LNK

SFOLNK

San Francisco

Sat 3/7

5:15 am-12:13 pm

1 stop4h 58m

Lincoln

Tue 3/10

1:15 pm-7:42 pm

1 stop8h 27m

$353

San FranciscoLincoln

SFO - LNK

SFOLNK

San Francisco

Sat 10/18

5:05 am-12:11 pm

1 stop5h 06m

Lincoln

Mon 10/20

11:44 am-8:54 pm

1 stop11h 10m

$391

San FranciscoLincoln

SFO - LNK

SFOLNK

San Francisco

Sat 10/18

5:05 am-12:11 pm

1 stop5h 06m

Lincoln

Tue 10/21

11:44 am-8:10 pm

2 stops10h 26m

$391

San FranciscoLincoln

SFO - LNK

SFOLNK

San Francisco

Wed 10/22

4:40 pm-10:17 am

1 stop15h 37m

Lincoln

Sat 10/25

5:06 pm-10:57 pm

1 stop7h 51m

$407

San FranciscoLincoln

SFO - LNK

SFOLNK

San Francisco

Wed 10/22

8:52 pm-10:17 am

1 stop11h 25m

Lincoln

Tue 10/28

5:15 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop7h 40m

$407

San FranciscoLincoln

SFO - LNK

SFOLNK

San Francisco

Sat 10/11

5:15 am-2:38 pm

1 stop7h 23m

Lincoln

Tue 10/14

11:44 am-8:10 pm

2 stops10h 26m

$412

San FranciscoLincoln

SFO - LNK

SFOLNK

San Francisco

Sat 10/25

6:35 am-4:09 pm

1 stop7h 34m

Lincoln

Tue 10/28

5:15 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop7h 40m

$419

San FranciscoLincoln

SFO - LNK

SFOLNK

San Francisco

Sat 10/25

6:35 am-4:09 pm

1 stop7h 34m

Lincoln

Wed 10/29

5:15 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop7h 40m

$419

San FranciscoLincoln

SFO - LNK

SFOLNK

San Francisco

Fri 10/10

11:00 pm-11:09 am

1 stop10h 09m

$236

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Lincoln

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Lincoln, Nebraska?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Lincoln, Nebraska (average of $383). Flying from San Francisco to Lincoln, Nebraska in July is currently the most expensive (average of $536). 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 LNK?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to Lincoln. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 17, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from San Francisco to Lincoln, Nebraska in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 27% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

Reviews of airlines servicing Lincoln

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Lincoln. 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 Lincoln. Reviews last updated September 17, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with United Airlines from San Francisco to Lincoln have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,926 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,926 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,926 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco to Lincoln. 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 Lincoln, Nebraska?

    For as low as $349, United Airlines can have you in Lincoln, Nebraska from San Francisco in 7h 23m. The distance from San Francisco to Lincoln, Nebraska is about 1383 mi.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from San Francisco to Lincoln, Nebraska round-trip?

    According to our current data, United Airlines ($268), offers the cheapest pricing from San Francisco to Lincoln, Nebraska. Users have found that United Airlines is 55% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco to Lincoln 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 Lincoln, Nebraska?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Lincoln, Nebraska (average of $383). Flying from San Francisco to Lincoln, Nebraska in July is currently the most expensive (average of $536). 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 airline flying from San Francisco to Lincoln

Discover the top airline that operate flights from San Francisco to Lincoln. 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 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$268Average$518FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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