$29+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) 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 5/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — SFO
May 6 — May 131
1 adult, Economy
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Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Diego to San Francisco Bay Area flight deals. Data was last updated May 1, 2025.
Most accurate provider | CheapOair 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | CheapOair 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $57 (Alaska Airlines) |
One-way from | $29 (FlightHub) |
Popular in | August |
Cheapest in | January |
Average price | $118 |
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to San Francisco Bay AreaExplore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to San Francisco Bay Area. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to San Francisco Bay Area. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2025.
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/146:15 amSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 47mAlaska Airlines
Tue 5/276:00 amSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 39mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/29![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$57
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 6/46:15 amSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 44mHawaiian Airlines
Wed 6/117:24 amSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 38mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 4/30![Hawaiian Airlines logo]()
$59
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Thu 5/158:08 amSAN - OAK
Nonstop1h 33mSpirit Airlines
Sun 5/189:09 pmOAK - SAN
1 stop10h 04mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$60
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Mon 5/198:32 amSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 51mFrontier
Thu 5/229:37 amSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 40mFrontier
Deal found 4/29![Frontier logo]()
$63
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Sat 5/241:06 pmSAN - SJC
Nonstop1h 22mSpirit Airlines
Sat 5/313:23 pmSJC - SAN
Nonstop1h 22mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/29![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$67
This lastminute.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 lastminute.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/3010:15 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 38mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/16:00 amSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$68
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 5/75:58 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 45mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/79:25 pmSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29![United Airlines logo]()
$72
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/218:25 amSAN - SJC
Nonstop1h 38mHawaiian Airlines
Wed 5/213:39 pmSJC - SAN
Nonstop1h 29mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 4/29![Hawaiian Airlines logo]()
$91
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/161:06 pmSAN - SJC
Nonstop1h 22mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/206:15 amSJC - SAN
Nonstop1h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$93
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/218:25 amSAN - SJC
Nonstop1h 38mAlaska Airlines
Tue 5/276:15 amSJC - SAN
Nonstop1h 30mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/30![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$97
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 6/106:10 pmSAN - SFO
1 stop5h 00mSouthwest
Tue 6/175:25 amSFO - SAN
1 stop5h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 4/28![Southwest logo]()
$116
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 5/208:30 amSAN - SJC
Nonstop1h 30mSouthwest
Wed 5/2112:00 pmSJC - SAN
Nonstop1h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 4/30![Southwest logo]()
$117
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to San Francisco Bay Area that are best for you.
Fly from
San Diego
Fly to
San Francisco Bay Area
Route
Depart
Return
Price
San DiegoSan Francisco
SAN - SFO
SANSFO
San Diego
Wed 5/14
6:15 am-8:02 am
Nonstop1h 47m
San Francisco
Mon 5/26
6:00 am-7:39 am
Nonstop1h 39m
$57
San DiegoSan Francisco
SAN - SFO
SANSFO
San Diego
Sat 5/17
6:15 am-7:59 am
Nonstop1h 44m
San Francisco
Mon 5/19
7:24 am-9:02 am
Nonstop1h 38m
$58
San DiegoOakland
SAN - OAK
SANOAK
San Diego
Thu 5/15
8:08 am-9:41 am
Nonstop1h 33m
Oakland
Sun 5/18
9:09 pm-7:13 am
1 stop10h 04m
$60
San DiegoSan Francisco
SAN - SFO
SANSFO
San Diego
Mon 5/19
8:32 am-10:23 am
Nonstop1h 51m
San Francisco
Thu 5/22
9:37 am-11:17 am
Nonstop1h 40m
$63
San DiegoSan Jose
SAN - SJC
SANSJC
San Diego
Sat 5/24
1:06 pm-2:28 pm
Nonstop1h 22m
San Jose
Sat 5/31
3:23 pm-4:45 pm
Nonstop1h 22m
$67
San DiegoSan Francisco
SAN - SFO
SANSFO
San Diego
Wed 5/7
5:58 pm-7:43 pm
Nonstop1h 45m
San Francisco
Wed 5/7
9:25 pm-11:05 pm
Nonstop1h 40m
$72
San DiegoSan Francisco
SAN - SFO
SANSFO
San Diego
Thu 5/15
8:32 am-10:23 am
Nonstop1h 51m
San Francisco
Mon 5/26
6:00 am-7:39 am
Nonstop1h 39m
$73
San DiegoSan Jose
SAN - SJC
SANSJC
San Diego
Wed 5/21
8:25 am-10:03 am
Nonstop1h 38m
San Jose
Wed 5/21
3:39 pm-5:08 pm
Nonstop1h 29m
$91
San DiegoSan Jose
SAN - SJC
SANSJC
San Diego
Fri 5/16
1:06 pm-2:28 pm
Nonstop1h 22m
San Jose
Tue 5/20
6:15 am-7:45 am
Nonstop1h 30m
$93
San DiegoSan Jose
SAN - SJC
SANSJC
San Diego
Wed 5/21
8:25 am-10:03 am
Nonstop1h 38m
San Jose
Wed 5/28
5:12 pm-6:41 pm
Nonstop1h 29m
$97
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Best time to book a flight from San Diego to San Francisco Bay Area
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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Diego to San Francisco Bay Area
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Diego to San Francisco Bay Area?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $276). Flying from San Diego to San Francisco Bay Area in June is currently the most expensive (average of $384). 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 SAN to XIH?
Find hourly flight availability from San Diego 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 May 1, 2025.
Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from San Diego to San Francisco Bay Area as you normally would.
Weekly flight availability from San Diego to San Francisco Bay Area
Explore weekly flight availability from San Diego to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 May 1, 2025.
The most flights from SAN to zzXIH are scheduled on a Wednesday (75 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (19 on average).
Rainfall in San Francisco Bay Area by month
Plan your trip to San Francisco Bay Area by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.
In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco Bay Area ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco Bay Area when rainfall is around 0.0 in.
Temperature in San Francisco Bay Area by month
Plan your trip to San Francisco Bay Area by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.
If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco Bay Area, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).
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 May 1, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from San Diego to San Francisco Bay Area. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Comfort
7.9
Boarding
8.2
Entertainment
7.1
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.5
Food
7.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentJames,Apr 2025
LAX - SFO
Comfort
7.9
Boarding
8.2
Entertainment
7.1
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.5
Food
7.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentJames,Apr 2025
LAX - SFO
Comfort
7.9
Boarding
8.2
Entertainment
7.1
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.5
Food
7.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentJames,Apr 2025
LAX - SFO
Comfort
7.9
Boarding
8.2
Entertainment
7.1
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.5
Food
7.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentJames,Apr 2025
LAX - SFO
Comfort
7.9
Boarding
8.2
Entertainment
7.1
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.5
Food
7.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentJames,Apr 2025
LAX - SFO
Comfort
7.9
Boarding
8.2
Entertainment
7.1
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.5
Food
7.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentJames,Apr 2025
LAX - SFO
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Top 9 airlines flying from San Diego to San Francisco Bay Area
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$27 | Average$72 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$27 | Average$100 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time65% | |
| Cheapest$28 | Average$185 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time85% | |
| Cheapest$56 | Average$250 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$57 | Average$200 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$88 | Average$246 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$97 | Average$199 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$176 | Average$419 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$180 | Average$196 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A |