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$129+ Cheap flights from Cedar Rapids to San Francisco (CID - 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 8/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CID — SFO
Aug 3 — Aug 101
Sun 8/3
Sun 8/10
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Cedar Rapids to San Francisco are usually found in September or August, booked 80 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

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Round-trip from

$238
(Frontier)

One-way from

$129
(Frontier)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$402
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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 July 29, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Tue 8/127:16 pmCID - SFO
1 stop6h 09mFrontier
Sat 8/166:37 amSFO - CID
1 stop9h 53mFrontier
Deal found 7/28$238
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 9/245:56 pmCID - SFO
1 stop7h 19mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/3012:47 amSFO - CID
1 stop9h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/29$289
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 10/84:23 pmCID - SFO
1 stop6h 17mDelta
Sun 10/126:00 amSFO - CID
1 stop7h 43mDelta
Deal found 7/28$308
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 11/256:04 pmCID - SFO
1 stop6h 51mUnited Airlines
Fri 12/265:00 amSFO - CID
1 stop6h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/29$366

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Cedar Rapids

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Cedar RapidsSan Francisco

CID - SFO

CIDSFO

Cedar Rapids

Tue 8/12

7:16 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop6h 09m

San Francisco

Sat 8/16

6:37 am-6:30 pm

1 stop9h 53m

$238

Cedar RapidsSan Francisco

CID - SFO

CIDSFO

Cedar Rapids

Wed 9/24

5:56 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop7h 19m

San Francisco

Tue 9/30

12:47 am-12:11 pm

1 stop9h 24m

$289

Cedar RapidsSan Francisco

CID - SFO

CIDSFO

Cedar Rapids

Wed 10/8

4:23 pm-8:40 pm

1 stop6h 17m

San Francisco

Sun 10/12

6:00 am-3:43 pm

1 stop7h 43m

$308

Cedar RapidsSan Francisco

CID - SFO

CIDSFO

Cedar Rapids

Tue 11/25

6:04 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop6h 51m

San Francisco

Fri 12/26

5:00 am-1:50 pm

1 stop6h 50m

$366

Cedar RapidsSan Francisco

CID - SFO

CIDSFO

Cedar Rapids

Thu 8/14

8:01 pm-12:19 am

1 stop6h 18m

$129

Cedar RapidsSan Francisco

CID - SFO

CIDSFO

Cedar Rapids

Wed 9/10

4:13 pm-9:29 pm

1 stop7h 16m

$164

Cedar RapidsSan Francisco

CID - SFO

CIDSFO

Cedar Rapids

Wed 8/13

6:37 am-11:29 am

1 stop6h 52m

$250

Cedar RapidsSan Francisco

CID - SFO

CIDSFO

Cedar Rapids

Sun 8/10

9:46 am-6:39 pm

2 stops10h 53m

$395

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Deals found on 7/28

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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 July 25, 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 $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 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 July 29, 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.

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 July 29, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Cedar Rapids to San Francisco. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,979 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,979 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,979 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,896 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,979 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,979 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Frontier
5.9
Fair
3,238 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,979 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

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 Frontier is currently your cheapest option to San Francisco, with prices starting at $238. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by American Airlines and Delta, with the lowest prices starting at $289 and $308, respectively. These flights start at 38% 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 Frontier. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $129. Users have also found prices from $164 and $250 on Delta and United Airlines, 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 $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 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 July 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$108Average$202FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$288Average$346FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$288Average$440FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$288Average$411FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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