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$126+ Cheap flights from Chesapeake, VA 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 10/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Cheap flight deals from Chesapeake to San Francisco

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Chesapeake to San Francisco flight deals. Data was last updated junio 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$247
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$126
(Southwest)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$448
From Chesapeake to San Francisco
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Cheapest flights from Chesapeake to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chesapeake to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on junio 12, 2025.

This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 7/13:37 pmORF - SFO
1 stop10h 16mAmerican Airlines
mar. 7/85:41 amSFO - ORF
1 stop10h 03mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$247
This JetBlue 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 9/2510:25 amORF - SFO
1 stop11h 12mJetBlue
lun. 9/298:25 pmSFO - ORF
1 stop10h 15mJetBlue
Deal found 6/10$270
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
jue. 8/77:58 pmORF - SFO
1 stop7h 42mDelta
lun. 8/1111:59 pmSFO - ORF
1 stop9h 53mDelta
Deal found 6/9$277
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 10/2911:40 amORF - SFO
2 stops11h 10mSouthwest
dom. 11/25:30 amSFO - ORF
1 stop7h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 6/12$300
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.
sáb. 8/28:10 pmORF - SFO
1 stop7h 47mUnited Airlines
mié. 8/69:10 pmSFO - ORF
1 stop9h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$337
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.
jue. 7/3112:53 pmORF - SFO
1 stop12h 42mFrontier
mié. 8/611:30 pmSFO - ORF
1 stop9h 21mFrontier
Deal found 6/12$343
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.
jue. 7/315:46 amORF - SFO
2 stops14h 25mAlaska Airlines
mié. 8/611:55 amSFO - ORF
1 stop9h 04mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/11$440
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 7/176:30 pmORF - SFO
2 stops31h 23mMultiple Airlines
dom. 7/2011:59 pmSFO - ORF
2 stops14h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$443

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Chesapeake 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 junio 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chesapeake to San Francisco that are best for you.

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Chesapeake

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San Francisco

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Depart

Return

Price

NorfolkSan Francisco

ORF - SFO

ORFSFO

Norfolk

mar. 7/1

3:37 pm-10:53 pm

1 stop10h 16m

San Francisco

mar. 7/8

5:41 am-6:44 pm

1 stop10h 03m

$247

NorfolkSan Francisco

ORF - SFO

ORFSFO

Norfolk

jue. 9/25

10:25 am-6:37 pm

1 stop11h 12m

San Francisco

lun. 9/29

8:25 pm-9:40 am

1 stop10h 15m

$270

NorfolkSan Francisco

ORF - SFO

ORFSFO

Norfolk

jue. 8/7

7:58 pm-12:40 am

1 stop7h 42m

San Francisco

lun. 8/11

11:59 pm-12:52 pm

1 stop9h 53m

$277

NorfolkSan Francisco

ORF - SFO

ORFSFO

Norfolk

mié. 10/29

11:40 am-7:50 pm

2 stops11h 10m

San Francisco

dom. 11/2

5:30 am-3:35 pm

1 stop7h 05m

$300

NorfolkSan Francisco

ORF - SFO

ORFSFO

Norfolk

sáb. 8/2

8:10 pm-12:57 am

1 stop7h 47m

San Francisco

mié. 8/6

9:10 pm-9:41 am

1 stop9h 31m

$337

NorfolkSan Francisco

ORF - SFO

ORFSFO

Norfolk

jue. 7/31

12:53 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop12h 42m

San Francisco

mié. 8/6

11:30 pm-11:51 am

1 stop9h 21m

$343

NorfolkSan Francisco

ORF - SFO

ORFSFO

Norfolk

jue. 7/31

5:46 am-5:11 pm

2 stops14h 25m

San Francisco

mié. 8/6

11:55 am-11:59 pm

1 stop9h 04m

$440

NorfolkSan Francisco

ORF - SFO

ORFSFO

Norfolk

jue. 7/17

6:30 pm-10:53 pm

2 stops31h 23m

San Francisco

dom. 7/20

11:59 pm-5:35 pm

2 stops14h 36m

$443

NorfolkSan Francisco

ORF - SFO

ORFSFO

Norfolk

mar. 10/7

6:10 am-1:30 pm

1 stop10h 20m

$126

NorfolkSan Francisco

ORF - SFO

ORFSFO

Norfolk

jue. 7/24

5:57 pm-12:59 am

1 stop10h 02m

$134

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Best time to book a flight from Chesapeake to San Francisco

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Francisco from Chesapeake with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Chesapeake to San Francisco

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

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

Booking 47 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Chesapeake 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 month to book a flight from Chesapeake to San Francisco?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chesapeake to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Chesapeake 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 C6E to SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Chesapeake 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 junio 12, 2025.

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

What is the cheapest day to fly from Chesapeake to San Francisco?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chesapeake to San Francisco flight should consider departing on Thursday at noon 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 junio 12, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Breeze Airways, Alaska Airlines and Southwest from Chesapeake to San Francisco to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chesapeake 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 airport do you fly into for flights to San Francisco from Chesapeake?

    For a flight from Chesapeake to San Francisco, you will be flying into San Francisco. San Francisco (SFO) is just 11.8 mi from the center of the city. San Francisco is the only San Francisco airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from Chesapeake per day. 7 airlines have flights to San Francisco from Chesapeake on a regular basis.

  • How popular is this Chesapeake to San Francisco flight route?

    Flights from Chesapeake to San Francisco have been viewed 5 times in the past calendar month.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Chesapeake to San Francisco are Southwest ($126), JetBlue ($134), and American Airlines ($139).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chesapeake to San Francisco?

    On average you can expect to pay $176 for a flight from Chesapeake to San Francisco. The cheapest flight overall is $91 while the most popular route, (Norfolk - San Francisco) is currently priced at $277.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chesapeake 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 Chesapeake to San Francisco?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chesapeake to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Chesapeake 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 7 airlines flying from Chesapeake to San Francisco

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Chesapeake 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 junio 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$135Average$288FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
FrontierCheapest$150Average$330FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$216Average$473FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$216Average$418FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$228Average$399FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$233Average$302FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$234Average$519FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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