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$115+ Cheap flights from South Dakota 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 8/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
FSD — SFO
Aug 12 — Aug 191
Tue 8/12
Tue 8/19
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Cheap flight deals from South Dakota to San Francisco Bay Area

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Dakota to San Francisco Bay Area flight deals. Data was last updated August 7, 2025.

Round-trip from

$224
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$115
(Frontier)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$348
From South Dakota to San Francisco Bay Area
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Cheapest flights from South Dakota to San Francisco Bay Area
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Dakota to San Francisco Bay Area. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 7, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/152:54 pmFSD - SFO
1 stop11h 22mFrontier
Sat 9/2010:49 amSFO - FSD
1 stop25h 20mFrontier
Deal found 8/7$224
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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 8/203:07 pmFSD - SFO
1 stop9h 26mFrontier
Sun 8/246:26 amSFO - FSD
1 stop4h 57mFrontier
Deal found 8/4$228
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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.
Thu 8/212:08 pmFSD - SFO
1 stop12h 11mFrontier
Mon 8/256:26 amSFO - FSD
1 stop4h 57mFrontier
Deal found 8/5$238
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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 9/192:54 pmFSD - SFO
1 stop11h 22mFrontier
Fri 9/266:29 amSFO - FSD
1 stop5h 40mFrontier
Deal found 8/5$239
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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.
Sat 8/305:00 amFSD - SJC
2 stops10h 00mDelta
Tue 9/26:25 amSJC - FSD
1 stop5h 25mDelta
Deal found 8/6$249
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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.
Sat 10/2510:33 amRAP - SFO
1 stop7h 51mDelta
Tue 10/2812:50 amSFO - RAP
1 stop8h 03mDelta
Deal found 8/6$259
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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.
Fri 10/32:45 pmFSD - SJC
1 stop5h 50mAmerican Airlines
Tue 10/76:00 amSJC - FSD
1 stop8h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/6$260
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/52:54 pmFSD - SFO
1 stop11h 22mFrontier
Mon 9/86:29 amSFO - FSD
1 stop5h 40mFrontier
Deal found 8/7$260
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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.
Wed 11/195:15 amFSD - SJC
2 stops9h 41mDelta
Sat 12/61:00 pmSJC - FSD
2 stops7h 49mDelta
Deal found 8/5$261
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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.
Wed 9/246:27 amRAP - SFO
2 stops11h 51mDelta
Mon 9/2912:45 amSFO - RAP
1 stop8h 27mDelta
Deal found 8/7$264
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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.
Sat 11/16:05 amRAP - SJC
2 stops11h 10mDelta
Sat 11/86:05 amSJC - RAP
1 stop8h 45mDelta
Deal found 8/7$264
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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.
Thu 9/45:19 pmFSD - SFO
1 stop7h 56mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/81:21 pmSFO - FSD
1 stop8h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/5$269

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Customize your flight search to find flights from South Dakota 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 August 7, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Dakota to San Francisco Bay Area that are best for you.

Fly from

South Dakota

Fly to

San Francisco Bay Area

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Sioux FallsSan Francisco

FSD - SFO

FSDSFO

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Mon 9/15

2:54 pm-12:16 am

1 stop11h 22m

San Francisco

Sat 9/20

10:49 am-2:09 pm

1 stop25h 20m

$224

Sioux FallsSan Francisco

FSD - SFO

FSDSFO

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Wed 8/20

3:07 pm-10:33 pm

1 stop9h 26m

San Francisco

Sun 8/24

6:26 am-1:23 pm

1 stop4h 57m

$228

Sioux FallsSan Francisco

FSD - SFO

FSDSFO

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Thu 8/21

2:08 pm-12:19 am

1 stop12h 11m

San Francisco

Mon 8/25

6:26 am-1:23 pm

1 stop4h 57m

$238

Sioux FallsSan Francisco

FSD - SFO

FSDSFO

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Fri 9/19

2:54 pm-12:16 am

1 stop11h 22m

San Francisco

Fri 9/26

6:29 am-2:09 pm

1 stop5h 40m

$239

Sioux FallsSan Jose

FSD - SJC

FSDSJC

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Sat 8/30

5:00 am-1:00 pm

2 stops10h 00m

San Jose

Tue 9/2

6:25 am-1:50 pm

1 stop5h 25m

$249

Rapid CitySan Francisco

RAP - SFO

RAPSFO

Rapid City

Sat 10/25

10:33 am-5:24 pm

1 stop7h 51m

San Francisco

Tue 10/28

12:50 am-9:53 am

1 stop8h 03m

$259

Sioux FallsSan Jose

FSD - SJC

FSDSJC

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Fri 10/3

2:45 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop5h 50m

San Jose

Tue 10/7

6:00 am-4:35 pm

1 stop8h 35m

$260

Sioux FallsSan Francisco

FSD - SFO

FSDSFO

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Fri 9/5

2:54 pm-12:16 am

1 stop11h 22m

San Francisco

Mon 9/8

6:29 am-2:09 pm

1 stop5h 40m

$260

Sioux FallsSan Jose

FSD - SJC

FSDSJC

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Wed 11/19

5:15 am-12:56 pm

2 stops9h 41m

San Jose

Sat 12/6

1:00 pm-10:49 pm

2 stops7h 49m

$261

Rapid CitySan Francisco

RAP - SFO

RAPSFO

Rapid City

Wed 9/24

6:27 am-5:18 pm

2 stops11h 51m

San Francisco

Mon 9/29

12:45 am-10:12 am

1 stop8h 27m

$264

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Best time to book a flight from South Dakota to San Francisco Bay Area

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Dakota to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $276). Flying from South Dakota to San Francisco Bay Area in June is currently the most expensive (average of $358). 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 SD to XIH?

Find hourly flight availability from South Dakota 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 August 7, 2025.

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

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 August 7, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from South Dakota to San Francisco Bay Area, such as Alaska Airlines, Delta, and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOI - LAX

flying in first class, my husband froze the entire flight and was miserable. first class does not offer blankets or any entertainment. (TV etc)
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOI - LAX

flying in first class, my husband froze the entire flight and was miserable. first class does not offer blankets or any entertainment. (TV etc)
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,987 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOI - LAX

flying in first class, my husband froze the entire flight and was miserable. first class does not offer blankets or any entertainment. (TV etc)
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,916 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOI - LAX

flying in first class, my husband froze the entire flight and was miserable. first class does not offer blankets or any entertainment. (TV etc)
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOI - LAX

flying in first class, my husband froze the entire flight and was miserable. first class does not offer blankets or any entertainment. (TV etc)
Frontier
5.9
Fair
3,230 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOI - LAX

flying in first class, my husband froze the entire flight and was miserable. first class does not offer blankets or any entertainment. (TV etc)

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $115. Delta flights start at $119 while deals on American Airlines start at $155 one-way.

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Dakota to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $276). Flying from South Dakota to San Francisco Bay Area in June is currently the most expensive (average of $358). 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 4 airlines flying from South Dakota to San Francisco Bay Area

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from South Dakota 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 August 7, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$118Average$226FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$259Average$430FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$264Average$345FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$268Average$383FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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