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$39+ Cheap flights from California to San Francisco Bay Area

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 12/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — SFO
Dec 2 — Dec 91
Tue 12/2
Tue 12/9
1 adult, Economy
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This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/46:00 amLAS - SFO
Nonstop1h 48mFrontier
Sun 12/76:00 amSFO - LAS
Nonstop1h 37mFrontier
Deal found 11/1$57
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/32:59 pmLAS - SFO
Nonstop1h 52mFrontier
Sun 12/78:43 amSFO - LAS
Nonstop1h 40mFrontier
Deal found 11/1$59
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/2512:11 pmLAS - SFO
Nonstop1h 50mFrontier
Fri 11/286:00 amSFO - LAS
Nonstop1h 41mFrontier
Deal found 11/1$61
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/56:00 amLAS - SFO
Nonstop1h 48mFrontier
Sun 12/76:00 amSFO - LAS
Nonstop1h 37mFrontier
Deal found 11/1$62
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/57:32 pmLAS - SFO
Nonstop1h 53mFrontier
Mon 12/86:00 amSFO - LAS
Nonstop1h 37mFrontier
Deal found 11/1$63
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. 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.
Wed 11/266:05 amLAS - SFO
Nonstop1h 46mFrontier
Mon 12/16:32 pmSFO - LAS
Nonstop1h 41mFrontier
Deal found 10/31$66
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/57:32 pmLAS - SFO
Nonstop1h 53mFrontier
Thu 12/118:43 amSFO - LAS
Nonstop1h 40mFrontier
Deal found 11/1$67
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/266:05 amLAS - SFO
Nonstop1h 46mFrontier
Tue 12/26:00 amSFO - LAS
Nonstop1h 37mFrontier
Deal found 11/2$68
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/266:05 amLAS - SFO
Nonstop1h 46mFrontier
Fri 11/286:00 amSFO - LAS
Nonstop1h 41mFrontier
Deal found 11/2$72
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. 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.
Fri 11/1410:42 pmONT - SFO
Nonstop1h 29mFrontier
Mon 12/810:03 pmSFO - ONT
Nonstop1h 28mFrontier
Deal found 10/31$74
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. 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.
Fri 12/56:15 amSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 51mAlaska Airlines
Sun 12/77:00 amSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 39mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/31$76
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. 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.
Fri 11/1410:42 pmONT - SFO
Nonstop1h 29mFrontier
Mon 11/1710:21 pmSFO - ONT
Nonstop1h 29mFrontier
Deal found 10/31$76

Cheap flight deals from California to San Francisco Bay Area

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to San Francisco Bay Area flight deals. Data was last updated November 2, 2025.

Most accurate provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Most trusted provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Round-trip from

$57
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$39
(Frontier)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$137
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Customize your flight search to find flights from California to San Francisco Bay Area 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 November 2, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to San Francisco Bay Area that are best for you.

Fly from

California

Fly to

San Francisco Bay Area

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Las VegasSan Francisco

LAS - SFO

LASSFO

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 12/13

6:00 am-7:48 am

Nonstop1h 48m

San Francisco

Sun 12/14

5:46 pm-7:24 pm

Nonstop1h 38m

$58

San DiegoSan Francisco

SAN - SFO

SANSFO

San Diego

Fri 12/5

7:00 am-8:45 am

Nonstop1h 45m

San Francisco

Sun 12/7

5:50 am-7:20 am

Nonstop1h 30m

$77

San DiegoSan Francisco

SAN - SFO

SANSFO

San Diego

Wed 12/3

6:15 am-8:06 am

Nonstop1h 51m

San Francisco

Wed 12/10

7:00 am-8:39 am

Nonstop1h 39m

$77

Las VegasSan Francisco

LAS - SFO

LASSFO

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 12/9

11:07 am-12:50 pm

Nonstop1h 43m

San Francisco

Tue 12/9

6:01 pm-7:42 pm

Nonstop1h 41m

$97

San DiegoSan Francisco

SAN - SFO

SANSFO

San Diego

Wed 12/3

6:15 am-8:06 am

Nonstop1h 51m

San Francisco

Sat 12/6

9:57 pm-11:30 pm

Nonstop1h 33m

$97

Las VegasSan Francisco

LAS - SFO

LASSFO

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 12/4

8:35 am-10:10 am

Nonstop1h 35m

San Francisco

Sun 12/7

8:10 pm-9:40 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$97

San DiegoSan Jose

SAN - SJC

SANSJC

San Diego

Sat 2/28

12:30 pm-2:01 pm

Nonstop1h 31m

San Jose

Mon 3/2

12:45 pm-2:08 pm

Nonstop1h 23m

$97

Las VegasSan Francisco

LAS - SFO

LASSFO

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 12/18

9:05 am-3:12 pm

1 stop6h 07m

San Francisco

Fri 1/2

6:00 am-7:37 am

Nonstop1h 37m

$115

San DiegoSan Jose

SAN - SJC

SANSJC

San Diego

Thu 12/11

4:00 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop5h 25m

San Jose

Mon 12/15

6:35 am-11:45 am

1 stop5h 10m

$116

Las VegasSan Francisco

LAS - SFO

LASSFO

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 12/5

3:50 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop5h 30m

San Francisco

Sun 12/7

12:55 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop6h 05m

$116

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Best time to book a flight from California to San Francisco Bay Area

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to San Francisco Bay Area?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $19). Flying from California to San Francisco Bay Area in September is currently the most expensive (average of $52). 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 CA to XIH?

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

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from California to San Francisco Bay Area in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 21% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from California to San Francisco Bay Area?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from California to San Francisco Bay Area. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their California to San Francisco Bay Area flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco Bay Area

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 San Francisco Bay Area. Reviews last updated November 2, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and United Airlines from California to San Francisco Bay Area have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,231 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

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
11,231 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,231 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,240 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,231 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

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
8,993 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,231 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

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.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,120 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,231 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

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.
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,119 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,231 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

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

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  • How popular is this California to San Francisco Bay Area flight route?

    This flight path from California to San Francisco Bay Area was viewed by 397 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 California to San Francisco Bay Area?

    A quick flight from California to San Francisco Bay Area can take about 1h 45m. Frontier provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $77. California and San Francisco Bay Area are separated by a distance of 446 mi. Generally, flights for this route are nonstop.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from California to San Francisco Bay Area one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Southwest, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $39. United Airlines flights start at $39 while deals on Alaska Airlines start at $39 one-way.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from California to San Francisco Bay Area?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from California to San Francisco Bay Area?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to San Francisco Bay Area 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 California to San Francisco Bay Area?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $19). Flying from California to San Francisco Bay Area in September is currently the most expensive (average of $52). 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 California to San Francisco Bay Area

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from California to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 November 2, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$19Average$92FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$27Average$102FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$30Average$212FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Avelo AirlinesCheapest$48Average$122FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$56Average$248FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$57Average$208FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$77Average$255FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$88Average$193FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$106Average$210FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$107Average$364FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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