San Francisco Bay Area

$127+ Cheap flights from St. Louis (STL) 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 6/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
STL — SFO
May 10 — May 171
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Cheap flight deals from St. Louis to San Francisco Bay Area

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Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$250
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$127
(Mytrip)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$363
Provider with most accurate pricing for Lambert-St Louis-San Francisco flight deals.
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From Lambert-St Louis to San Francisco Bay Area
One-way flight from Lambert-St Louis to San Francisco Bay Area
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($28 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($6 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 2025

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Cheapest flights from St. Louis to San Francisco Bay Area
Explore the most affordable flight options available from St. Louis to San Francisco Bay Area. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 5, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/3. 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 5/235:45 pmSTL - SFO
1 stop18h 43mFrontier
Sun 5/255:45 amSFO - STL
1 stop5h 55mFrontier
Deal found 5/3$250
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/292:25 pmSTL - SJC
1 stop25h 18mFrontier
Thu 6/512:13 pmSJC - STL
1 stop18h 59mFrontier
Deal found 5/5$250
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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.
Mon 6/163:42 pmSTL - SJC
1 stop9h 13mDelta
Wed 6/254:59 pmSJC - STL
1 stop5h 44mDelta
Deal found 5/5$257
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/35:00 amSTL - SJC
2 stops8h 58mAmerican Airlines
Thu 6/511:24 pmSJC - STL
1 stop7h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/4$262
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/144:32 pmSTL - SJC
1 stop6h 18mUnited Airlines
Sat 6/213:53 pmSJC - STL
1 stop6h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/4$283
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/106:10 amSTL - SJC
2 stops8h 10mSouthwest
Sun 9/145:40 pmSJC - STL
1 stop5h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 5/4$303
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/86:30 amSTL - OAK
1 stop7h 45mSouthwest
Tue 7/154:35 pmOAK - STL
1 stop5h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 5/5$315
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/3. 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 5/316:10 amSTL - SFO
Nonstop4h 16mUnited Airlines
Sat 6/711:55 amSFO - STL
Nonstop4h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/3$319
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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.
Tue 6/107:00 amSTL - SFO
1 stop9h 13mDelta
Wed 6/116:05 amSFO - STL
1 stop8h 44mDelta
Deal found 5/5$339
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/3. 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.
Wed 5/2812:15 pmSTL - SFO
2 stops12h 34mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/15:45 amSFO - STL
1 stop5h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$347
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/106:25 pmSTL - SFO
1 stop6h 45mSouthwest
Wed 6/115:25 amSFO - STL
2 stops11h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 5/5$350
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/133:35 pmSTL - OAK
1 stop10h 24mAlaska Airlines
Mon 9/292:30 pmOAK - STL
1 stop7h 29mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 5/5$353

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from St. Louis to San Francisco Bay Area that are best for you.

Fly from

St. Louis

Fly to

San Francisco Bay Area

Route

Depart

Return

Price

St. LouisSan Francisco

STL - SFO

STLSFO

Lambert-St Louis

Fri 5/23

5:45 pm-10:28 am

1 stop18h 43m

San Francisco

Sun 5/25

5:45 am-1:40 pm

1 stop5h 55m

$250

St. LouisSan Jose

STL - SJC

STLSJC

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 5/29

2:25 pm-1:43 pm

1 stop25h 18m

San Jose

Thu 6/5

12:13 pm-9:12 am

1 stop18h 59m

$250

St. LouisSan Jose

STL - SJC

STLSJC

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 6/16

3:42 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop9h 13m

San Jose

Wed 6/25

4:59 pm-12:43 am

1 stop5h 44m

$257

St. LouisSan Jose

STL - SJC

STLSJC

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 6/3

5:00 am-11:58 am

2 stops8h 58m

San Jose

Thu 6/5

11:24 pm-9:18 am

1 stop7h 54m

$262

St. LouisSan Jose

STL - SJC

STLSJC

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 6/14

4:32 pm-8:50 pm

1 stop6h 18m

San Jose

Sat 6/21

3:53 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop6h 06m

$283

St. LouisOakland

STL - OAK

STLOAK

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 7/8

6:30 am-12:15 pm

1 stop7h 45m

Oakland

Tue 7/15

4:35 pm-12:20 am

1 stop5h 45m

$315

St. LouisSan Francisco

STL - SFO

STLSFO

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 5/31

6:10 am-8:26 am

Nonstop4h 16m

San Francisco

Sat 6/7

11:55 am-6:00 pm

Nonstop4h 05m

$319

St. LouisSan Jose

STL - SJC

STLSJC

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 7/8

6:35 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop6h 15m

San Jose

Tue 7/15

8:40 am-6:55 pm

2 stops8h 15m

$332

St. LouisSan Francisco

STL - SFO

STLSFO

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 6/10

7:00 am-2:13 pm

1 stop9h 13m

San Francisco

Wed 6/11

6:05 am-4:49 pm

1 stop8h 44m

$339

St. LouisSan Francisco

STL - SFO

STLSFO

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 5/28

12:15 pm-10:49 pm

2 stops12h 34m

San Francisco

Sun 6/1

5:45 am-1:42 pm

1 stop5h 57m

$347

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Best time to book a flight from St. Louis to San Francisco Bay Area

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Everything you need to know about your flight from St. Louis to San Francisco Bay Area

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from St. Louis to San Francisco Bay Area?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from St. Louis to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $276). Flying from St. Louis 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 STL to XIH?

Find hourly flight availability from St. Louis 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 5, 2025.

When flying from St. Louis to San Francisco Bay Area, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from St. Louis to San Francisco Bay Area

Explore weekly flight availability from St. Louis 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 5, 2025.

The most flights from STL to zzXIH are scheduled on a Monday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 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 5, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from St. Louis to San Francisco Bay Area. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from St. Louis to San Francisco Bay Area?

    Lambert-St Louis (STL) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from St. Louis to San Francisco Bay Area. It is only a 12.7 mi journey to Lambert-St Louis (STL) from St. Louis’s city center.

  • How popular is this St. Louis to San Francisco Bay Area flight route?

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $127. However, be on the lookout for offers from Delta and Sun Country Air, as they are both options that can get you from St. Louis to San Francisco Bay Area for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from St. Louis to San Francisco Bay Area?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from St. Louis to San Francisco Bay Area?

    Before booking your flight to San Francisco Bay Area from St. Louis, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Air New Zealand (84%), Asiana Airlines (84%), United Airlines( 74%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from St. Louis to San Francisco Bay Area?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $169. While the most popular route (Lambert-St Louis - San Francisco) can be booked for $265 on average our data indicates $1,252 when flying from St. Louis to San Francisco Bay Area.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from St. Louis to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $276). Flying from St. Louis 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.

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Top 6 airlines flying from St. Louis to San Francisco Bay Area

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from St. Louis 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 May 5, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$78Average$189FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$118Average$175FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$225Average$439FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$236Average$351FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$243Average$411FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$256Average$415FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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