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$344+ Cheap flights from Waterloo, IA (ALO) to San Francisco Bay Area

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ALO — SFO
Aug 24 — Aug 311
Sun 8/24
Sun 8/31
1 adult, Economy
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$344
(American Airlines)
From Waterloo to San Francisco Bay Area
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Cheapest flights from Waterloo to San Francisco Bay Area
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Waterloo to San Francisco Bay Area. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 19, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/38:32 amALO - SFO
2 stops15h 20mAmerican Airlines
Sun 9/76:00 amSFO - ALO
1 stop7h 08mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/18$344
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/104:59 pmALO - SFO
1 stop8h 10mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/156:00 amSFO - ALO
1 stop7h 08mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/17$379
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/153:28 pmALO - SFO
1 stop7h 09mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/1811:59 pmSFO - ALO
2 stops12h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/16$384
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/132:51 pmALO - SJC
2 stops9h 32mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/165:58 amSJC - ALO
2 stops14h 03mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/16$389
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/176:00 amALO - SFO
1 stop8h 31mAmerican Airlines
Sun 9/216:00 amSFO - ALO
1 stop7h 08mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/17$479
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/126:00 amALO - SFO
2 stops15h 02mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/159:07 amSFO - ALO
2 stops12h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/17$482
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/176:00 amALO - SJC
2 stops14h 35mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/228:00 amSJC - ALO
2 stops13h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/17$544
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/183:38 pmALO - SFO
1 stop9h 31mAmerican Airlines
Sun 9/216:00 amSFO - ALO
1 stop7h 08mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/17$579
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/106:00 amALO - SJC
2 stops14h 35mAmerican Airlines
Sun 9/148:00 amSJC - ALO
2 stops13h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/17$699

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

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Waterloo

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Price

WaterlooSan Francisco

ALO - SFO

ALOSFO

Waterloo

Wed 9/3

8:32 am-9:52 pm

2 stops15h 20m

San Francisco

Sun 9/7

6:00 am-3:08 pm

1 stop7h 08m

$344

WaterlooSan Francisco

ALO - SFO

ALOSFO

Waterloo

Fri 9/12

4:59 pm-11:09 pm

1 stop8h 10m

San Francisco

Mon 9/15

6:00 am-3:08 pm

1 stop7h 08m

$379

WaterlooSan Francisco

ALO - SFO

ALOSFO

Waterloo

Thu 9/11

3:38 pm-8:50 pm

1 stop7h 12m

San Francisco

Mon 9/15

6:00 am-3:08 pm

1 stop7h 08m

$379

WaterlooSan Francisco

ALO - SFO

ALOSFO

Waterloo

Wed 9/10

4:59 pm-11:09 pm

1 stop8h 10m

San Francisco

Mon 9/15

6:00 am-3:08 pm

1 stop7h 08m

$379

WaterlooSan Francisco

ALO - SFO

ALOSFO

Waterloo

Sat 11/15

3:28 pm-8:37 pm

1 stop7h 09m

San Francisco

Tue 11/18

11:59 pm-2:58 pm

2 stops12h 59m

$384

WaterlooSan Jose

ALO - SJC

ALOSJC

Waterloo

Sat 12/13

2:51 pm-10:23 pm

2 stops9h 32m

San Jose

Tue 12/16

5:58 am-10:01 pm

2 stops14h 03m

$389

WaterlooSan Jose

ALO - SJC

ALOSJC

Waterloo

Wed 9/17

6:00 am-6:35 pm

2 stops14h 35m

San Jose

Sun 9/21

9:47 am-11:41 pm

2 stops11h 54m

$544

WaterlooSan Jose

ALO - SJC

ALOSJC

Waterloo

Wed 9/17

6:00 am-6:35 pm

2 stops14h 35m

San Jose

Mon 9/22

8:00 am-11:41 pm

2 stops13h 41m

$544

WaterlooSan Jose

ALO - SJC

ALOSJC

Waterloo

Wed 9/10

6:00 am-6:35 pm

2 stops14h 35m

San Jose

Sun 9/14

8:00 am-11:41 pm

2 stops13h 41m

$699

WaterlooSan Jose

ALO - SJC

ALOSJC

Waterloo

Fri 9/19

6:00 am-6:35 pm

2 stops14h 35m

San Jose

Mon 9/22

8:00 am-11:41 pm

2 stops13h 41m

$699

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

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

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

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

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 19, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with American Airlines from Waterloo to San Francisco Bay Area to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.0

Boarding

7.5

Food

6.5

Overall

7.2

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2024

LHR - SAN

This was the best flight I have experienced in all the years I have been f doing this journey with BA. Flight, food and service A1. Well done BA.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.0

Boarding

7.5

Food

6.5

Overall

7.2

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2024

LHR - SAN

This was the best flight I have experienced in all the years I have been f doing this journey with BA. Flight, food and service A1. Well done BA.

Related info for your journey

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

    For a flight from Waterloo to San Francisco Bay Area, you will be flying from Waterloo. Waterloo (ALO) is just 5.3 mi from the center of the city.

  • How long is the flight from Waterloo, Iowa to San Francisco Bay Area?

    Airlines like American Airlines fly from Waterloo, Iowa to San Francisco Bay Area in about 15h 20m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . The distance between Waterloo, Iowa and San Francisco Bay Area is about 1611 mi.

  • What are the most popular routes from Waterloo, Iowa to San Francisco Bay Area?

    When deciding which route to take from Waterloo, Iowa to San Francisco Bay Area consider Waterloo - San Francisco, Waterloo - San Jose or Waterloo - Oakland as they are the most popular.

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Waterloo 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 Waterloo, Iowa to San Francisco Bay Area?

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

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Waterloo 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 19, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$288Average$418FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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