Salinas

$87+ Cheap flights from Austin (AUS) to Salinas, CA, CA

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 3/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AUS — SFO
Mar 17 — Mar 241
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Austin Bergstrom to Salinas are usually found in September or January, booked 61 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Wednesday

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Austin to Salinas. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 15, 2026.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 4/178:10 pm
AUS
-
SFO
1 stop5h 35m
Southwest
Sat 4/1811:05 am
SFO
-
AUS
1 stop8h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 2/11$171
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/14. 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 4/161:05 pm
AUS
-
SFO
Nonstop3h 55m
Southwest
Mon 4/2011:25 am
SFO
-
AUS
Nonstop3h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 2/14$172
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. 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.
Tue 5/58:00 am
AUS
-
SFO
2 stops15h 34m
Frontier
Tue 5/126:00 am
SFO
-
AUS
1 stop16h 21m
Frontier
Deal found 2/13$174
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/3110:57 am
AUS
-
SFO
Nonstop4h 03m
Delta
Tue 3/315:01 pm
SFO
-
AUS
1 stop5h 38m
Delta
Deal found 2/11$175
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. 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 4/177:20 pm
AUS
-
SFO
1 stop6h 00m
Delta
Tue 4/211:15 pm
SFO
-
AUS
1 stop6h 00m
Delta
Deal found 2/13$177
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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.
Tue 3/107:30 pm
AUS
-
SFO
1 stop6h 45m
Southwest
Tue 3/1711:55 am
SFO
-
AUS
1 stop9h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 2/11$178
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/48:30 am
AUS
-
SFO
1 stop17h 58m
Frontier
Wed 3/116:00 am
SFO
-
AUS
1 stop13h 50m
Frontier
Deal found 2/11$179
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/38:30 am
AUS
-
SFO
1 stop15h 31m
Frontier
Wed 3/47:35 am
SFO
-
AUS
1 stop23h 46m
Frontier
Deal found 2/11$180
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/12. 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 3/104:15 pm
AUS
-
SFO
1 stop5h 45m
Delta
Tue 3/174:03 pm
SFO
-
AUS
1 stop5h 33m
Delta
Deal found 2/12$181
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 3/266:40 pm
AUS
-
SFO
1 stop6h 40m
Southwest
Tue 3/318:30 am
SFO
-
AUS
Nonstop3h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 2/11$182
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. 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 3/215:30 am
AUS
-
SFO
1 stop6h 24m
United Airlines
Mon 3/307:00 am
SFO
-
AUS
Nonstop3h 41m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/13$183

Find flight deals from Austin to Salinas

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Austin to Salinas flight deals. Data was last updated February 15, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$171
(Southwest)

One-way from

$87
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$379
Provider with most accurate pricing for Austin Bergstrom-San Francisco flight deals.
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From Austin Bergstrom to Salinas
One-way flight from Austin Bergstrom to Salinas
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($41 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2026

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Austin to Salinas that are best for you.

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AustinSan Francisco

AUS - SFO

AUSSFO

Austin Bergstrom

Thu 4/16

1:05 pm-3:00 pm

Nonstop3h 55m

San Francisco

Mon 4/20

11:25 am-4:55 pm

Nonstop3h 30m

$172

AustinSan Francisco

AUS - SFO

AUSSFO

Austin Bergstrom

Tue 5/5

7:20 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop6h 00m

San Francisco

Tue 5/12

2:45 pm-11:23 pm

1 stop6h 38m

$177

AustinSan Francisco

AUS - SFO

AUSSFO

Austin Bergstrom

Thu 4/16

7:20 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop6h 00m

San Francisco

Mon 4/20

4:17 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop5h 18m

$177

AustinSan Francisco

AUS - SFO

AUSSFO

Austin Bergstrom

Fri 5/8

4:07 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop7h 03m

San Francisco

Thu 5/14

2:45 pm-11:23 pm

1 stop6h 38m

$177

AustinSan Francisco

AUS - SFO

AUSSFO

Austin Bergstrom

Fri 4/17

2:10 pm-6:16 pm

1 stop6h 06m

San Francisco

Wed 4/22

8:50 am-6:14 pm

1 stop7h 24m

$177

AustinSan Francisco

AUS - SFO

AUSSFO

Austin Bergstrom

Thu 4/16

7:20 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop6h 00m

San Francisco

Sun 4/19

6:00 am-3:33 pm

1 stop7h 33m

$177

AustinSan Francisco

AUS - SFO

AUSSFO

Austin Bergstrom

Thu 4/9

4:15 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop8h 45m

San Francisco

Sun 4/19

6:00 am-3:33 pm

1 stop7h 33m

$177

AustinSan Francisco

AUS - SFO

AUSSFO

Austin Bergstrom

Fri 5/8

7:25 am-1:36 pm

1 stop8h 11m

San Francisco

Tue 5/12

2:45 pm-11:23 pm

1 stop6h 38m

$177

AustinSan Francisco

AUS - SFO

AUSSFO

Austin Bergstrom

Tue 3/10

4:15 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop5h 45m

San Francisco

Tue 3/17

4:03 pm-11:36 pm

1 stop5h 33m

$181

AustinSan Francisco

AUS - SFO

AUSSFO

Austin Bergstrom

Thu 3/26

6:40 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop6h 40m

San Francisco

Tue 3/31

8:30 am-1:55 pm

Nonstop3h 25m

$182

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Best time to book a flight from Austin to Salinas

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Austin to Salinas

How far ahead should I book a flight from Austin to Salinas?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Austin to Salinas. Price data was last updated on February 13, 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Austin to Salinas, you should look to book at least 61 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 Austin to Salinas?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Austin to Salinas (average of $82). Flying from Austin to Salinas in March is currently the most expensive (average of $177). 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 AUS to S9N?

Find hourly flight availability from Austin to Salinas. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 15, 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Austin to Salinas in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 34% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Austin to Salinas?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Austin to Salinas. Price data was last updated on February 7, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Austin to Salinas flight should consider departing on Friday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Austin to Salinas

Explore weekly flight availability from Austin to Salinas. 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 February 15, 2026.

The most flights from AUS to S9N are scheduled on a Friday (21 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (14 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Salinas

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Salinas. 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 Salinas. Reviews last updated February 15, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Austin to Salinas, such as Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Austin to Salinas?

    If you book a flight to Salinas from Austin, you will be flying from Austin Bergstrom, which is the city’s only airport. Austin Bergstrom (AUS) is located 7.5 mi from the center of Austin. There are 18 flights from Austin Bergstrom to Salinas per day from 8 different airlines.

  • How popular is this Austin to Salinas flight route?

  • How long is the flight from Austin to Salinas?

    Southwest and Delta can get you from Austin to Salinas in just under 3h 55m. Your travel time can differ by up to 2h 05m. Austin and Salinas are separated by a distance of 1500 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Austin to Salinas one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Austin to Salinas are Frontier ($70), Delta ($82), and Southwest ($86).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Austin to Salinas?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Austin to Salinas are Air China (94%), ANA (90%) and Air Canada (88%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Austin to Salinas?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $86. While the most popular route (Austin Bergstrom - San Francisco) can be booked for $151 on average, our data indicates $1,096 when flying from Austin to Salinas.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Austin to Salinas that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Austin to Salinas flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Austin to Salinas?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Austin to Salinas?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Austin to Salinas 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 Austin to Salinas?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Austin to Salinas (average of $82). Flying from Austin to Salinas in March is currently the most expensive (average of $177). 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 8 airlines flying from Austin to Salinas

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Austin to Salinas. 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 February 15, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$75Average$214FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$87Average$241FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$108Average$274FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
DeltaCheapest$116Average$346FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$133Average$387FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$149Average$310FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$172Average$374FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$192Average$471FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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