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$199+ Cheap flights from Lincoln, NE (LNK) 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 11/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LNK — SFO
Oct 19 — Oct 261
Sun 10/19
Sun 10/26
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Lincoln to San Francisco Bay Area

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Lincoln to San Francisco Bay Area flight deals. Data was last updated September 19, 2025.

Round-trip from

$319
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$199
(United Airlines)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$287
From Lincoln to San Francisco Bay Area
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Cheapest flights from Lincoln to San Francisco Bay Area
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Lincoln to San Francisco Bay Area. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 19, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/18. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/255:06 pmLNK - SFO
1 stop7h 51mUnited Airlines
Tue 10/2810:40 pmSFO - LNK
1 stop10h 02mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/18$269
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.
Wed 10/16:18 amLNK - SFO
1 stop5h 24mUnited Airlines
Sun 10/56:35 amSFO - LNK
1 stop7h 34mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/16$319
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 12/105:15 pmLNK - SJC
1 stop6h 12mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/138:45 amSJC - LNK
1 stop5h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/17$349
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 12/105:15 pmLNK - SFO
1 stop7h 40mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/145:00 amSFO - LNK
1 stop5h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/17$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.
Thu 10/161:05 pmLNK - SFO
1 stop6h 31mUnited Airlines
Tue 10/217:00 amSFO - LNK
1 stop9h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/16$389
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.
Fri 10/175:06 pmLNK - SFO
1 stop7h 51mUnited Airlines
Tue 10/216:30 amSFO - LNK
1 stop10h 18mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/16$393
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/18. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/311:44 amLNK - SFO
1 stop7h 35mUnited Airlines
Tue 10/77:00 amSFO - LNK
1 stop9h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/18$399
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
Thu 11/131:14 pmLNK - SFO
1 stop11h 41mUnited Airlines
Wed 11/195:00 amSFO - LNK
1 stop5h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/17$407
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
Thu 12/119:16 amLNK - SJC
1 stop6h 16mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/134:00 pmSJC - LNK
1 stop4h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/17$408
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
Thu 12/115:15 pmLNK - SFO
1 stop7h 40mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/145:00 amSFO - LNK
1 stop5h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/17$419
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 12/105:15 pmLNK - SJC
1 stop6h 12mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/144:00 pmSJC - LNK
1 stop4h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/17$429
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
Thu 10/27:30 amLNK - SJC
2 stops11h 47mUnited Airlines
Mon 10/63:55 pmSJC - LNK
1 stop4h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/17$488

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Lincoln 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 September 19, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Lincoln to San Francisco Bay Area that are best for you.

Fly from

Lincoln

Fly to

San Francisco Bay Area

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Depart

Return

Price

LincolnSan Francisco

LNK - SFO

LNKSFO

Lincoln

Thu 10/2

5:06 pm-10:57 pm

1 stop7h 51m

San Francisco

Mon 10/6

11:33 pm-11:09 am

1 stop9h 36m

$319

LincolnSan Francisco

LNK - SFO

LNKSFO

Lincoln

Thu 10/2

5:06 pm-10:57 pm

1 stop7h 51m

San Francisco

Sun 10/5

5:15 am-2:38 pm

1 stop7h 23m

$319

LincolnSan Jose

LNK - SJC

LNKSJC

Lincoln

Wed 12/10

5:15 pm-9:27 pm

1 stop6h 12m

San Jose

Sat 12/13

8:45 am-4:14 pm

1 stop5h 29m

$349

LincolnSan Francisco

LNK - SFO

LNKSFO

Lincoln

Wed 12/10

1:45 pm-7:37 pm

1 stop7h 52m

San Francisco

Sat 12/13

5:00 am-12:20 pm

1 stop5h 20m

$349

LincolnSan Francisco

LNK - SFO

LNKSFO

Lincoln

Wed 12/10

5:15 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop7h 40m

San Francisco

Sun 12/14

5:00 am-12:20 pm

1 stop5h 20m

$349

LincolnSan Jose

LNK - SJC

LNKSJC

Lincoln

Wed 1/28

11:35 am-8:56 pm

2 stops11h 21m

San Jose

Sat 1/31

4:00 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop5h 15m

$354

LincolnSan Francisco

LNK - SFO

LNKSFO

Lincoln

Fri 10/3

11:44 am-5:19 pm

1 stop7h 35m

San Francisco

Tue 10/7

7:00 am-6:48 pm

1 stop9h 48m

$399

LincolnSan Francisco

LNK - SFO

LNKSFO

Lincoln

Thu 11/13

1:14 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop11h 41m

San Francisco

Wed 11/19

5:00 am-12:11 pm

1 stop5h 11m

$407

LincolnSan Francisco

LNK - SFO

LNKSFO

Lincoln

Sat 2/28

3:18 pm-11:11 pm

1 stop9h 53m

San Francisco

Wed 3/4

5:10 am-12:13 pm

1 stop5h 03m

$419

LincolnSan Francisco

LNK - SFO

LNKSFO

Lincoln

Thu 12/11

5:15 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop7h 40m

San Francisco

Sat 12/13

5:00 am-12:20 pm

1 stop5h 20m

$419

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

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Lincoln, Nebraska to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $276). Flying from Lincoln, Nebraska to San Francisco Bay Area in June is currently the most expensive (average of $357). 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.

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 September 19, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Lincoln to San Francisco Bay Area, such as United Airlines. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,926 reviews

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,926 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,926 reviews

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Lincoln to San Francisco Bay Area?

    Most people fly from Lincoln (LNK) if they book a flight from Lincoln to San Francisco Bay Area. Lincoln is conveniently located just 4.0 mi from Lincoln’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Lincoln, Nebraska to San Francisco Bay Area?

    There are many flights that can get you from Lincoln, Nebraska to San Francisco Bay Area in 7h 51m. Fly via United Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance between Lincoln, Nebraska and San Francisco Bay Area is about 1383 mi.

  • What are the most popular routes from Lincoln, Nebraska to San Francisco Bay Area?

    While some choose either Lincoln - San Jose or Lincoln - Oakland, Lincoln - San Francisco is the most popular route from Lincoln, Nebraska to San Francisco Bay Area.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Lincoln 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 Lincoln to San Francisco Bay Area.

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Lincoln, Nebraska to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $276). Flying from Lincoln, Nebraska to San Francisco Bay Area in June is currently the most expensive (average of $357). 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 Lincoln to San Francisco Bay Area

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Lincoln 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 September 19, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$293Average$442FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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