$28+ Cheap flights from California to San Francisco (SFO)
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 9/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — SFO
Sep 20 — Sep 271
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from California to San FranciscoExplore the most affordable flight options available from California to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 21, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 21, 2026.
This Booking.com 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/1112:07 pm -
Nonstop1h 36m
Fri 9/116:02 pm -
Nonstop1h 34m
Deal found 8/17![Frontier logo]()
$60
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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.
Tue 9/83:13 pm -
Nonstop1h 27m
Mon 9/146:02 pm -
Nonstop1h 34m
Deal found 8/19![Frontier logo]()
$61
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/3012:01 pm -
Nonstop1h 35m
Mon 11/212:11 pm -
Nonstop1h 29m
Deal found 8/18![Frontier logo]()
$62
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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.
Tue 9/83:13 pm -
Nonstop1h 27m
Thu 9/176:02 pm -
Nonstop1h 34m
Deal found 8/19![Frontier logo]()
$63
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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.
Fri 9/1112:07 pm -
Nonstop1h 36m
Thu 9/176:02 pm -
Nonstop1h 34m
Deal found 8/19![Frontier logo]()
$64
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/1012:07 pm -
Nonstop1h 36m
Fri 9/116:02 pm -
Nonstop1h 34m
Deal found 8/20![Frontier logo]()
$65
This Booking.com 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/1012:07 pm -
Nonstop1h 36m
Thu 9/176:02 pm -
Nonstop1h 34m
Deal found 8/16![Frontier logo]()
$66
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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.
Thu 9/1012:07 pm -
Nonstop1h 36m
Mon 9/146:02 pm -
Nonstop1h 34m
Deal found 8/20![Frontier logo]()
$68
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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.
Fri 10/2312:01 pm -
Nonstop1h 31m
Mon 10/266:02 pm -
Nonstop1h 38m
Deal found 8/20![Frontier logo]()
$69
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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.
Fri 9/1112:07 pm -
Nonstop1h 36m
Mon 9/146:02 pm -
Nonstop1h 34m
Deal found 8/20![Frontier logo]()
$70
This Super.com 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/510:00 am -
Nonstop1h 52m
Tue 9/81:07 pm -
Nonstop1h 43m
Deal found 8/16![Frontier logo]()
$73
This Expedia 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/1810:28 am -
Nonstop1h 57m
Fri 9/254:31 pm -
Nonstop1h 48m
Deal found 8/18![Frontier logo]()
$74
Best flights from California to San FranciscoDiscover carefully curated flight deals from California to San Francisco that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated August 21, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from California to San Francisco that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated August 21, 2026.
This Alaska 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/143:43 pm -
Nonstop1h 39m
Mon 9/215:16 pm -
Nonstop1h 44m
Deal found 8/16![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$117
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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.
Tue 9/299:45 am -
Nonstop1h 46m
Sat 10/36:55 pm -
Nonstop1h 50m
Deal found 8/19![United Airlines logo]()
$117
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/264:15 pm -
1 stop4h 25m
Sun 9/276:00 am -
Nonstop1h 35m
Deal found 8/18![Southwest logo]()
$127
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/35:15 pm -
1 stop6h 44m
Sun 12/66:00 am -
1 stop5h 43m
Deal found 8/17![Delta logo]()
$212
This Alaska 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/97:59 pm -
Nonstop1h 43m
Sun 9/137:08 am -
Nonstop1h 40m
Deal found 8/18![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$117
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/229:35 am -
Nonstop1h 14m
Thu 9/249:30 pm -
Nonstop1h 21m
Deal found 8/18![United Airlines logo]()
$117
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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.
Mon 1/1111:15 am -
Nonstop1h 35m
Tue 1/122:15 pm -
1 stop5h 15m
Deal found 8/20![Southwest logo]()
$127
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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 9/102:01 pm -
Nonstop1h 14m
Mon 9/149:24 pm -
Nonstop1h 21m
Deal found 8/20![United Airlines logo]()
$117
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/177:50 am -
Nonstop1h 35m
Mon 9/217:00 am -
1 stop5h 35m
Deal found 8/16![Southwest logo]()
$127
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/122:45 pm -
Nonstop1h 30m
Mon 12/1410:37 am -
Nonstop1h 07m
Deal found 8/16![United Airlines logo]()
$117
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/156:07 am -
Nonstop1h 26m
Sat 10/179:25 pm -
Nonstop1h 26m
Deal found 8/16![United Airlines logo]()
$117
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/1011:20 am -
2 stops7h 10m
Thu 9/176:00 am -
Nonstop1h 30m
Deal found 8/17![Southwest logo]()
$132
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/301:45 pm -
1 stop4h 35m
Wed 10/73:50 pm -
2 stops6h 15m
Deal found 8/16![Southwest logo]()
$142
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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 9/237:20 am -
2 stops7h 20m
Thu 9/245:10 am -
1 stop4h 25m
Deal found 8/20![Southwest logo]()
$142
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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.
Thu 9/109:53 am -
1 stop3h 32m
Mon 9/142:30 pm -
1 stop6h 19m
Deal found 8/19![Delta logo]()
$225
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/167:20 am -
2 stops7h 20m
Wed 9/232:35 pm -
1 stop5h 20m
Deal found 8/17![Southwest logo]()
$142
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/242:05 pm -
Nonstop1h 14m
Mon 10/265:42 pm -
1 stop4h 21m
Deal found 8/17![United Airlines logo]()
$164
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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.
Thu 10/85:47 pm -
Nonstop1h 32m
Sat 10/103:32 pm -
Nonstop1h 38m
Deal found 8/20![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$227
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/215:40 pm -
1 stop5h 50m
Wed 9/2310:40 am -
2 stops8h 15m
Deal found 8/17![Southwest logo]()
$142
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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 10/35:13 pm -
1 stop5h 48m
Sun 10/49:55 am -
1 stop6h 38m
Deal found 8/15![Delta logo]()
$253
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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 11/31:20 pm -
2 stops7h 10m
Thu 11/59:00 pm -
1 stop9h 40m
Deal found 8/20![Southwest logo]()
$148
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 10/174:03 pm -
Nonstop1h 47m
Sat 10/179:25 pm -
Nonstop1h 26m
Deal found 8/19![United Airlines logo]()
$182
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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.
Thu 11/197:59 pm -
Nonstop1h 27m
Tue 11/249:21 am -
Nonstop1h 39m
Deal found 8/20![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$257
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/96:08 am -
Nonstop1h 27m
Wed 9/910:37 am -
Nonstop1h 35m
Deal found 8/18![United Airlines logo]()
$182
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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.
Thu 9/1011:30 am -
1 stop7h 45m
Mon 9/146:45 am -
1 stop5h 10m
Deal found 8/20![Southwest logo]()
$151
This Alaska 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/411:33 am -
Nonstop1h 36m
Mon 9/71:49 pm -
Nonstop1h 34m
Deal found 8/17![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$268
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/132:05 pm -
Nonstop1h 14m
Thu 10/158:55 am -
1 stop4h 47m
Deal found 8/17![United Airlines logo]()
$187
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/55:20 am -
1 stop6h 10m
Mon 11/97:00 am -
2 stops7h 35m
Deal found 8/18![Southwest logo]()
$156
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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.
Tue 10/611:26 am -
1 stop6h 18m
Wed 10/71:47 pm -
2 stops7h 23m
Deal found 8/20![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$270
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/142:01 pm -
Nonstop1h 14m
Tue 9/226:50 pm -
Nonstop1h 21m
Deal found 8/16![United Airlines logo]()
$187
Last-minute flights from California to San FranciscoDiscover last-minute flight deals from California to San Francisco. Data last updated August 21, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from California to San Francisco. Data last updated August 21, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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.
Thu 8/2710:00 am -
Nonstop1h 52m
Wed 9/94:31 pm -
Nonstop1h 48m
Deal found 8/20![Frontier logo]()
$75
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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.
Tue 9/83:13 pm -
Nonstop1h 27m
Mon 9/146:02 pm -
Nonstop1h 34m
Deal found 8/19![Frontier logo]()
$61
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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.
Tue 9/83:13 pm -
Nonstop1h 27m
Thu 9/176:02 pm -
Nonstop1h 34m
Deal found 8/19![Frontier logo]()
$63
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/96:30 am -
Nonstop1h 44m
Wed 9/911:17 am -
Nonstop1h 54m
Deal found 8/16![Frontier logo]()
$83
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/1012:07 pm -
Nonstop1h 36m
Mon 9/146:02 pm -
Nonstop1h 34m
Deal found 8/20![Frontier logo]()
$65
This Booking.com 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/1012:07 pm -
Nonstop1h 36m
Thu 9/176:02 pm -
Nonstop1h 34m
Deal found 8/16![Frontier logo]()
$66
This Booking.com 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/1112:07 pm -
Nonstop1h 36m
Fri 9/116:02 pm -
Nonstop1h 34m
Deal found 8/17![Frontier logo]()
$60
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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.
Fri 9/1112:07 pm -
Nonstop1h 36m
Thu 9/176:02 pm -
Nonstop1h 34m
Deal found 8/19![Frontier logo]()
$64
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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.
Fri 9/1112:07 pm -
Nonstop1h 36m
Mon 9/146:02 pm -
Nonstop1h 34m
Deal found 8/20![Frontier logo]()
$70
This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 Flightnetwork is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/1812:07 pm -
Nonstop1h 36m
Fri 9/256:02 pm -
Nonstop1h 34m
Deal found 8/19![Frontier logo]()
$73
This Super.com 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/2112:07 pm -
Nonstop1h 36m
Fri 9/256:02 pm -
Nonstop1h 34m
Deal found 8/18![Frontier logo]()
$74
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/2612:30 pm -
Nonstop1h 59m
Mon 9/284:31 pm -
1 stop6h 01m
Deal found 8/16![Frontier logo]()
$84
One-way flights from California to San FranciscoSearch for one-way flight options from California to San Francisco. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated August 21, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from California to San Francisco. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated August 21, 2026.
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/2812:07 pm -
Nonstop1h 36m
Deal found 8/17![Frontier logo]()
$28
This Flightnetwork 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 Flightnetwork is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/1112:07 pm -
Nonstop1h 36m
Deal found 8/16![Frontier logo]()
$30
This Jetabroad 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 Jetabroad is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/212:07 pm -
Nonstop1h 36m
Deal found 8/17![Frontier logo]()
$31
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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.
Fri 9/1812:07 pm -
Nonstop1h 36m
Deal found 8/19![Frontier logo]()
$32
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
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Nonstop1h 35m
Deal found 8/18![Frontier logo]()
$33
This Jetabroad 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 Jetabroad is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
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Nonstop1h 34m
Deal found 8/17![Frontier logo]()
$36
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/1612:01 pm -
Nonstop1h 31m
Deal found 8/16![Frontier logo]()
$39
This Super.com 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/2112:07 pm -
Nonstop1h 36m
Deal found 8/17![Frontier logo]()
$43
This Trip.com 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/107:11 am -
Nonstop1h 33m
Deal found 8/16![Frontier logo]()
$45
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/154:36 pm -
Nonstop1h 46m
Deal found 8/17![Frontier logo]()
$49
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/2610:00 am -
Nonstop1h 52m
Deal found 8/19![Frontier logo]()
$51
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/207:00 am -
Nonstop1h 46m
Deal found 8/20![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$54
Find flight deals from California to San Francisco
Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to San Francisco flight deals. Data was last updated August 21, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $60 (Booking.com) |
One-way from | $28 (Mytrip) |
Popular in | July |
Cheapest in | October |
Average price | $211 |
Good round-trip deal | $148 or less |
Good one-way deal | $114 or less |
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Customize your flight search to find flights from California to San Francisco 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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated August 21, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to San Francisco that are best for you.
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Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
San DiegoSan Francisco
SAN San Diego - SFO San Francisco
SANSFO
San Diego
Mon 9/14
3:43 pm-5:22 pm
Nonstop1h 39m
San Francisco
Mon 9/21
5:16 pm-7:00 pm
Nonstop1h 44m
$117
San DiegoSan Francisco
SAN San Diego - SFO San Francisco
SANSFO
San Diego
Tue 9/29
9:45 am-11:31 am
Nonstop1h 46m
San Francisco
Sat 10/3
6:55 pm-8:45 pm
Nonstop1h 50m
$117
San DiegoSan Francisco
SAN San Diego - SFO San Francisco
SANSFO
San Diego
Wed 9/9
7:59 pm-9:42 pm
Nonstop1h 43m
San Francisco
Sun 9/13
7:08 am-8:48 am
Nonstop1h 40m
$117
Quickest round-trip
Santa BarbaraSan Francisco
SBA Santa Barbara - SFO San Francisco
SBASFO
Santa Barbara
Tue 9/22
9:35 am-10:49 am
Nonstop1h 14m
San Francisco
Thu 9/24
9:30 pm-10:51 pm
Nonstop1h 21m
$117
Santa BarbaraSan Francisco
SBA Santa Barbara - SFO San Francisco
SBASFO
Santa Barbara
Thu 9/10
2:01 pm-3:15 pm
Nonstop1h 14m
San Francisco
Mon 9/14
9:24 pm-10:45 pm
Nonstop1h 21m
$117
RenoSan Francisco
RNO Reno - SFO San Francisco
RNOSFO
Reno
Sat 12/12
2:45 pm-4:15 pm
Nonstop1h 30m
San Francisco
Mon 12/14
10:37 am-11:44 am
Nonstop1h 07m
$117
OntarioSan Francisco
ONT Ontario - SFO San Francisco
ONTSFO
Ontario
Thu 10/15
6:07 am-7:33 am
Nonstop1h 26m
San Francisco
Sat 10/17
9:25 pm-10:51 pm
Nonstop1h 26m
$117
San DiegoSan Francisco
SAN San Diego - SFO San Francisco
SANSFO
San Diego
Sat 9/26
4:15 pm-8:40 pm
1 stop4h 25m
San Francisco
Sun 9/27
6:00 am-7:35 am
Nonstop1h 35m
$127
San DiegoSan Francisco
SAN San Diego - SFO San Francisco
SANSFO
San Diego
Mon 1/11
11:15 am-12:50 pm
Nonstop1h 35m
San Francisco
Tue 1/12
2:15 pm-7:30 pm
1 stop5h 15m
$127
San DiegoSan Francisco
SAN San Diego - SFO San Francisco
SANSFO
San Diego
Thu 9/17
7:50 am-9:25 am
Nonstop1h 35m
San Francisco
Mon 9/21
7:00 am-12:35 pm
1 stop5h 35m
$127
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ONT-SFO
SAN-SFO
LAS-SFO
PSP-SFO
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to San Francisco?
Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to San Francisco (average of $180). Flying from California to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $267). 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 CA to SFO?
Find hourly flight availability from California to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 21, 2026.
It’s typically best to fly out from California to San Francisco at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 19% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.
Weekly flight availability from California to San Francisco
Explore weekly flight availability from California to San Francisco. 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 August 21, 2026.
The most flights from USCA to SFO are scheduled on a Wednesday (152 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (41 on average).
How much does it cost to fly round-trip from California to San Francisco?
Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
California to San Francisco flights typically cost between $134 and $262 in September.The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $83 on Frontier (Sep 10-Sep 17).
How far ahead should I book a flight from California to San Francisco?
Booking 84 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from California to San Francisco. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
What is the cheapest day to fly from California to San Francisco?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from California to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on August 15, 2026.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their California to San Francisco flight should consider departing on Friday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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. Reviews last updated August 21, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest,Alaska Airlines, andDelta from California to San Francisco by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Overall
8.0
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentWalter,Aug 2025
OAK - SAN
Overall
8.0
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentWalter,Aug 2025
OAK - SAN
Overall
8.0
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentWalter,Aug 2025
OAK - SAN
Overall
8.0
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentWalter,Aug 2025
OAK - SAN
Overall
8.0
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentWalter,Aug 2025
OAK - SAN
Overall
8.0
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentWalter,Aug 2025
OAK - SAN
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$38 | Average$133 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$58 | Average$192 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time85% | |
| Cheapest$77 | Average$266 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$91 | Average$235 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$93 | Average$236 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$96 | Average$273 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$106 | Average$209 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$127 | Average$420 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% |