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$178+ Cheap flights from Cedar Rapids to San Francisco (CID - SFO)

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CID — SFO
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Cedar Rapids to San Francisco are usually found in August or January, booked 80 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Cedar Rapids to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cedar Rapids (CID) to San Francisco (SFO). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$289
(Delta)

One-way from

$199
(American Airlines)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$424
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Cheapest flights from Cedar Rapids to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cedar Rapids to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Sat 8/167:16 pmCID - SFO
1 stop6h 09mFrontier
Thu 8/216:26 amSFO - CID
1 stop11h 11mFrontier
Deal found 6/12$278
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 8/127:00 amCID - SFO
1 stop8h 28mDelta
Tue 8/1911:35 amSFO - CID
1 stop9h 20mDelta
Deal found 6/10$289
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 7/175:26 pmCID - SFO
1 stop9h 04mUnited Airlines
Tue 7/226:30 amSFO - CID
1 stop5h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$307
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 8/75:40 pmCID - SFO
1 stop8h 28mAmerican Airlines
Wed 8/137:00 amSFO - CID
2 stops8h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$313
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Wed 6/252:17 pmCID - SFO
1 stop9h 04mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/295:45 amSFO - CID
1 stop28h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$365
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 6/232:51 pmCID - SFO
1 stop9h 15mAlaska Airlines
Tue 7/111:55 amSFO - CID
1 stop8h 22mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/11$692

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Cedar Rapids 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cedar Rapids to San Francisco that are best for you.

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Cedar RapidsSan Francisco

CID - SFO

CIDSFO

Cedar Rapids

Sat 8/16

7:16 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop6h 09m

San Francisco

Thu 8/21

6:26 am-7:37 pm

1 stop11h 11m

$278

Cedar RapidsSan Francisco

CID - SFO

CIDSFO

Cedar Rapids

Tue 8/12

7:00 am-1:28 pm

1 stop8h 28m

San Francisco

Tue 8/19

11:35 am-10:55 pm

1 stop9h 20m

$289

Cedar RapidsSan Francisco

CID - SFO

CIDSFO

Cedar Rapids

Thu 7/17

5:26 pm-12:30 am

1 stop9h 04m

San Francisco

Tue 7/22

6:30 am-1:49 pm

1 stop5h 19m

$307

Cedar RapidsSan Francisco

CID - SFO

CIDSFO

Cedar Rapids

Thu 8/7

5:40 pm-12:08 am

1 stop8h 28m

San Francisco

Wed 8/13

7:00 am-5:49 pm

2 stops8h 49m

$313

Cedar RapidsSan Francisco

CID - SFO

CIDSFO

Cedar Rapids

Wed 6/25

2:17 pm-9:21 pm

1 stop9h 04m

San Francisco

Sun 6/29

5:45 am-11:52 am

1 stop28h 07m

$365

Cedar RapidsSan Francisco

CID - SFO

CIDSFO

Cedar Rapids

Mon 6/23

2:51 pm-10:06 pm

1 stop9h 15m

San Francisco

Tue 7/1

11:55 am-10:17 pm

1 stop8h 22m

$692

Cedar RapidsSan Francisco

CID - SFO

CIDSFO

Cedar Rapids

Sun 6/15

8:00 pm-12:24 am

1 stop6h 24m

$178

Cedar RapidsSan Francisco

CID - SFO

CIDSFO

Cedar Rapids

Wed 8/6

5:25 am-9:46 am

1 stop6h 21m

$199

Cedar RapidsSan Francisco

CID - SFO

CIDSFO

Cedar Rapids

Tue 7/22

6:00 am-4:13 pm

2 stops12h 13m

$236

Cedar RapidsSan Francisco

CID - SFO

CIDSFO

Cedar Rapids

Sun 7/13

6:37 am-11:29 am

1 stop6h 52m

$248

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Best time to book a flight from Cedar Rapids to San Francisco

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Cedar Rapids to San Francisco

How far ahead should I book a flight from Cedar Rapids to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Cedar Rapids to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Cedar Rapids to San Francisco, you should look to book at least 80 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cedar Rapids to San Francisco?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cedar Rapids to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Cedar Rapids to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $364). 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 CID to SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Cedar Rapids 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 June 12, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Cedar Rapids to San Francisco in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 23% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Cedar Rapids to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Cedar Rapids to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Cedar Rapids to San Francisco flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in San Francisco by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco 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 when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Francisco by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, 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

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 June 12, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Delta and United Airlines from Cedar Rapids to San Francisco to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Frontier
6.0
Okay
3,295 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cedar Rapids to San Francisco. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Cedar Rapids to San Francisco round-trip?

    Flying on Delta is currently your cheapest option to San Francisco, with prices starting at $289. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by United Airlines and American Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $307 and $313, respectively. These flights start at 25% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Cedar Rapids to San Francisco one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for American Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $199. Users have also found prices from $248 and $280 on United Airlines and Frontier, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cedar Rapids to San Francisco that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Cedar Rapids to San Francisco?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Cedar Rapids to San Francisco?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cedar Rapids to San Francisco 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 Cedar Rapids to San Francisco?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cedar Rapids to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Cedar Rapids to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $364). 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 Cedar Rapids to San Francisco

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Cedar Rapids to San Francisco. 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$108Average$197FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$286Average$410FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$288Average$348FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$288Average$438FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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