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$125+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Salem, MA, MA

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SFO — BOS
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

$212
(Southwest)

One-way from

$125
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$337
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Salem
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Salem. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 11, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Fri 10/249:05 pmSFO - BOS
1 stop9h 55mSouthwest
Tue 10/285:30 amBOS - SFO
1 stop11h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 9/10$212
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 10/79:05 pmSFO - BOS
1 stop8h 20mSouthwest
Fri 11/146:10 amBOS - SFO
1 stop10h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 9/10$216
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Sat 10/2510:55 amSFO - BOS
1 stop9h 25mSouthwest
Tue 10/287:50 amBOS - SFO
2 stops10h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 9/10$217
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/65:45 amSFO - BOS
2 stops24h 15mFrontier
Sun 11/910:04 amBOS - SFO
1 stop14h 07mFrontier
Deal found 9/10$220
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Wed 11/510:50 amSFO - BOS
1 stop7h 50mSouthwest
Tue 11/116:45 amBOS - SFO
1 stop10h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 9/11$222
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Thu 12/49:25 pmSFO - BOS
1 stop9h 15mSouthwest
Mon 12/87:20 amBOS - SFO
1 stop9h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 9/11$224
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Sat 10/2511:25 pmSFO - BOS
1 stop8h 00mAmerican Airlines
Sat 11/17:32 amBOS - SFO
1 stop10h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/10$229
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 9/2911:25 pmSFO - BOS
1 stop9h 35mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/303:55 pmBOS - SFO
1 stop8h 57mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/10$231
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 11/710:23 pmSFO - BOS
1 stop9h 25mFrontier
Mon 11/109:55 amBOS - SFO
2 stops17h 19mFrontier
Deal found 9/10$232
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Mon 10/209:05 pmSFO - BOS
1 stop8h 20mSouthwest
Wed 10/222:05 pmBOS - SFO
1 stop8h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 9/10$234
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Fri 12/129:25 pmSFO - BOS
1 stop7h 40mSouthwest
Mon 12/157:20 amBOS - SFO
1 stop9h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 9/11$236

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Salem 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 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Salem that are best for you.

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Price

San FranciscoBoston

SFO - BOS

SFOBOS

San Francisco

Sat 10/25

5:30 pm-8:10 am

2 stops11h 40m

Boston Logan Intl

Fri 10/31

5:15 am-12:10 pm

1 stop9h 55m

$267

San FranciscoBoston

SFO - BOS

SFOBOS

San Francisco

Wed 1/7

6:05 am-8:50 pm

2 stops11h 45m

Boston Logan Intl

Mon 1/12

5:50 am-1:25 pm

1 stop10h 35m

$277

San FranciscoBoston

SFO - BOS

SFOBOS

San Francisco

Tue 1/6

8:30 pm-5:01 am

Nonstop5h 31m

Boston Logan Intl

Sat 1/10

6:00 am-9:55 am

Nonstop6h 55m

$279

San FranciscoBoston

SFO - BOS

SFOBOS

San Francisco

Sat 10/18

7:11 am-4:00 pm

Nonstop5h 49m

Boston Logan Intl

Tue 10/21

8:25 pm-12:05 am

Nonstop6h 40m

$279

San FranciscoBoston

SFO - BOS

SFOBOS

San Francisco

Wed 11/5

12:30 pm-9:10 pm

Nonstop5h 40m

Boston Logan Intl

Thu 11/13

4:45 pm-8:41 pm

Nonstop6h 56m

$279

San FranciscoBoston

SFO - BOS

SFOBOS

San Francisco

Mon 10/27

7:00 am-3:41 pm

Nonstop5h 41m

Boston Logan Intl

Tue 11/4

6:59 pm-10:50 pm

Nonstop6h 51m

$279

San FranciscoBoston

SFO - BOS

SFOBOS

San Francisco

Sat 10/25

7:11 am-4:00 pm

Nonstop5h 49m

Boston Logan Intl

Sat 11/1

6:59 pm-10:50 pm

Nonstop6h 51m

$279

San FranciscoBoston

SFO - BOS

SFOBOS

San Francisco

Tue 10/14

9:50 pm-6:30 am

Nonstop5h 40m

Boston Logan Intl

Tue 10/21

7:15 am-11:02 am

Nonstop6h 47m

$279

San FranciscoBoston

SFO - BOS

SFOBOS

San Francisco

Sun 10/19

7:11 am-4:00 pm

Nonstop5h 49m

Boston Logan Intl

Wed 10/22

8:25 pm-12:05 am

Nonstop6h 40m

$279

San FranciscoBoston

SFO - BOS

SFOBOS

San Francisco

Wed 10/29

7:00 am-3:41 pm

Nonstop5h 41m

Boston Logan Intl

Mon 11/3

6:59 pm-10:50 pm

Nonstop6h 51m

$279

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Salem

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Salem from San Francisco with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to Salem

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Salem. Price data was last updated on August 29, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Francisco to Salem, you should look to book at least 64 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Salem (average of $218). Flying from San Francisco to Salem in July is currently the most expensive (average of $311). 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 SA9?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to Salem. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 11, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from San Francisco to Salem as you normally would.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Salem. Price data was last updated on September 7, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Salem

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Salem. 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 September 11, 2025.

The most flights from SFO to SA9 are scheduled on a Thursday (56 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (30 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Salem

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Salem. 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 Salem. Reviews last updated September 11, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Delta, and Hawaiian Airlines from San Francisco to Salem by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,723 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.
JetBlue
7.2
Good
2,913 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.

Related info for your journey

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

    Most people fly from San Francisco (SFO) if they book a flight from San Francisco to Salem. On average, San Francisco has 42 outbound flights to Salem per day from 9 airlines. San Francisco is conveniently located just 11.8 mi from San Francisco’s city center.

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

    The San Francisco to Salem flight path was viewed by 51 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 to Salem?

    Airlines like Southwest, JetBlue, and Alaska Airlines fly from San Francisco to Salem in about 5h 31m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 6h 09m. The distance between San Francisco and Salem is about 2696 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 to Salem one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Southwest, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $135. Hawaiian Airlines flights start at $140 while deals on United Airlines start at $140 one-way.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from San Francisco to Salem consider choosing Etihad Airways (99%), China Eastern (92%) or Scandinavian Airlines (92%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $118. While the most popular route (San Francisco - Boston Logan Intl) can be booked for $175 on average, our data indicates $1,035 when flying from San Francisco to Salem.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Salem (average of $218). Flying from San Francisco to Salem in July is currently the most expensive (average of $311). 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 9 airlines flying from San Francisco to Salem

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco to Salem. 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 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$104Average$203FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$144Average$361FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Sun Country AirCheapest$160Average$367FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
DeltaCheapest$173Average$374FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$197Average$383FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$205Average$491FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$229Average$491FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$234Average$417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$246Average$498FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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