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$160+ Cheap flights from Clearwater, FL 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 8/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MCO — SFO
Aug 5 — Aug 121
Tue 8/5
Tue 8/12
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Clearwater to San Francisco are usually found in August or January, booked 27 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Clearwater to San Francisco

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Clearwater to San Francisco flight deals. Data was last updated July 31, 2025.

Round-trip from

$289
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$159
(Mytrip)

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$405
From Clearwater to San Francisco
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Cheapest flights from Clearwater to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Clearwater to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 31, 2025.

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.
Wed 8/207:10 amTPA - SFO
Nonstop5h 35mUnited Airlines
Tue 8/268:40 amSFO - TPA
Nonstop5h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/29$289
This Trip.com 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/187:20 amTPA - SFO
1 stop11h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/215:37 pmSFO - TPA
2 stops13h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29$290
This Cheapflightsfares 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/216:37 amTPA - SFO
1 stop7h 52mFrontier
Sun 8/2411:55 pmSFO - TPA
1 stop8h 11mFrontier
Deal found 7/28$294
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/277:15 amTPA - SFO
1 stop8h 10mDelta
Sat 10/410:50 pmSFO - TPA
1 stop6h 59mDelta
Deal found 7/29$299
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 8/235:09 pmTPA - SFO
1 stop8h 43mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/2312:45 amSFO - TPA
1 stop6h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/30$303
This JetBlue 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/37:00 amTPA - SFO
1 stop12h 53mJetBlue
Fri 9/127:10 amSFO - TPA
1 stop11h 37mJetBlue
Deal found 7/28$308
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 11/58:27 amTPA - SFO
1 stop8h 41mAlaska Airlines
Mon 11/1011:41 amSFO - TPA
1 stop8h 10mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/31$310
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 8/217:10 amTPA - SFO
1 stop8h 00mSouthwest
Wed 8/275:55 amSFO - TPA
2 stops8h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 7/31$314

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Clearwater 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 July 31, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Clearwater to San Francisco that are best for you.

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Clearwater

Fly to

San Francisco

Route

Depart

Return

Price

TampaSan Francisco

TPA - SFO

TPASFO

Tampa

Wed 8/20

7:10 am-9:45 am

Nonstop5h 35m

San Francisco

Tue 8/26

8:40 am-4:53 pm

Nonstop5h 13m

$289

TampaSan Francisco

TPA - SFO

TPASFO

Tampa

Thu 9/18

7:20 am-4:15 pm

1 stop11h 55m

San Francisco

Sun 9/21

5:37 pm-9:49 am

2 stops13h 12m

$290

TampaSan Francisco

TPA - SFO

TPASFO

Tampa

Thu 8/21

6:37 am-11:29 am

1 stop7h 52m

San Francisco

Sun 8/24

11:55 pm-11:06 am

1 stop8h 11m

$294

TampaSan Francisco

TPA - SFO

TPASFO

Tampa

Sat 9/27

7:15 am-12:25 pm

1 stop8h 10m

San Francisco

Sat 10/4

10:50 pm-8:49 am

1 stop6h 59m

$299

TampaSan Francisco

TPA - SFO

TPASFO

Tampa

Sat 8/23

3:32 pm-10:49 pm

1 stop10h 17m

San Francisco

Sat 8/23

12:45 am-10:32 am

1 stop6h 47m

$303

TampaSan Francisco

TPA - SFO

TPASFO

Tampa

Wed 9/3

7:00 am-4:53 pm

1 stop12h 53m

San Francisco

Fri 9/12

7:10 am-9:47 pm

1 stop11h 37m

$308

TampaSan Francisco

TPA - SFO

TPASFO

Tampa

Wed 11/5

8:27 am-2:08 pm

1 stop8h 41m

San Francisco

Mon 11/10

11:41 am-10:51 pm

1 stop8h 10m

$310

TampaSan Francisco

TPA - SFO

TPASFO

Tampa

Thu 8/21

7:10 am-12:10 pm

1 stop8h 00m

San Francisco

Wed 8/27

5:55 am-5:50 pm

2 stops8h 55m

$314

TampaSan Francisco

TPA - SFO

TPASFO

Tampa

Wed 8/27

8:50 am-5:55 pm

2 stops12h 05m

$160

TampaSan Francisco

TPA - SFO

TPASFO

Tampa

Fri 8/8

7:00 am-12:19 am

1 stop20h 19m

$162

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Best time to book a flight from Clearwater to San Francisco

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

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Clearwater to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Clearwater to San Francisco may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 27 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Clearwater to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Clearwater 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 CL9 to SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Clearwater 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 31, 2025.

When flying from Clearwater 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 Clearwater to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Clearwater to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on July 27, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Clearwater to San Francisco

Explore weekly flight availability from Clearwater 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 July 31, 2025.

The most flights from CL9 to SFO are scheduled on a Wednesday (19 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (11 on average).

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 31, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta from Clearwater 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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

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

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

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
7,981 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

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
8,900 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

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

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

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 Clearwater 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 Clearwater?

    San Francisco (SFO), located 11.8 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Clearwater to San Francisco. 8 airlines have flights to San Francisco from Clearwater on a regular basis. Booking flights from Clearwater to San Francisco should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 2 inbound flights from Clearwater per day.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Clearwater to San Francisco are Frontier ($159), Southwest ($160), and Delta ($170).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Clearwater to San Francisco?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Clearwater to San Francisco consider choosing ANA (79%), Air China (77%) or United Airlines (74%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    The cheapest flight price from Clearwater to San Francisco is $95. On average you can expect to pay $1,770. The most popular route, (Tampa - San Francisco), can usually be booked for $209.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Clearwater to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Clearwater 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 8 airlines flying from Clearwater to San Francisco

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Clearwater 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 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$118Average$309FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
FrontierCheapest$136Average$227FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$204Average$421FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$237Average$407FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$256Average$384FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$256Average$406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$258Average$491FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Sun Country AirCheapest$299Average$389FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%

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