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$47+ Cheap flights from Kentucky 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 4/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SDF — SFO
Feb 18 — Feb 251
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Cheap flight deals from Kentucky to San Francisco

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Kentucky to San Francisco flight deals. Data was last updated January 19, 2026.

Most accurate provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Most trusted provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Round-trip from

$219
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$47
(Expedia)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$397

Good round-trip deal

$298 or less
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From Kentucky to San Francisco
One-way flight from Kentucky to San Francisco
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($37 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($7 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Kentucky to San Francisco.

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Cheapest flights from Kentucky to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Kentucky to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 19, 2026.

This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/168:13 pm
TYS
-
SFO
1 stop28h 48m
Frontier
Mon 2/236:15 am
SFO
-
TYS
1 stop10h 03m
Frontier
Deal found 1/19$209
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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.
Sat 2/148:30 am
BNA
-
SFO
2 stops27h 26m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 2/217:15 pm
SFO
-
BNA
1 stop7h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/18$219
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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.
Thu 2/268:45 pm
BNA
-
SFO
1 stop13h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 3/17:19 pm
SFO
-
BNA
1 stop21h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/18$221
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/17. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/248:30 am
BNA
-
SFO
2 stops15h 09m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 2/257:15 pm
SFO
-
BNA
1 stop7h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/17$223
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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.
Mon 2/166:19 pm
BNA
-
SFO
2 stops29h 42m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 2/232:25 pm
SFO
-
BNA
1 stop12h 43m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/19$224
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/17. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/228:45 pm
BNA
-
SFO
1 stop24h 36m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/37:15 pm
SFO
-
BNA
1 stop7h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/17$225
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/17. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/258:45 pm
BNA
-
SFO
1 stop13h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 3/19:16 pm
SFO
-
BNA
2 stops17h 33m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/17$228
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/17. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/248:30 am
BNA
-
SFO
2 stops15h 09m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 2/2710:28 am
SFO
-
BNA
1 stop8h 07m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/17$229
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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.
Thu 3/128:41 pm
BNA
-
SFO
1 stop13h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/1710:14 pm
SFO
-
BNA
1 stop29h 01m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/18$230
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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.
Mon 3/168:41 pm
BNA
-
SFO
1 stop26h 38m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 4/48:26 pm
SFO
-
BNA
1 stop6h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/19$231
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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.
Mon 3/168:41 pm
BNA
-
SFO
1 stop26h 38m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 4/76:29 pm
SFO
-
BNA
1 stop8h 46m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/19$232
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 3/173:01 pm
BNA
-
SFO
1 stop11h 28m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 4/310:50 pm
SFO
-
BNA
1 stop28h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/19$233

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Kentucky 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 January 19, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Kentucky to San Francisco that are best for you.

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Kentucky

Fly to

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

KnoxvilleSan Francisco

TYS - SFO

TYSSFO

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Thu 3/5

7:20 am-7:14 pm

2 stops38h 54m

San Francisco

Tue 3/10

10:14 pm-7:03 pm

1 stop17h 49m

$288

CincinnatiSan Francisco

CVG - SFO

CVGSFO

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Thu 3/12

6:30 am-2:04 pm

1 stop10h 34m

San Francisco

Wed 3/18

10:40 pm-9:39 am

1 stop7h 59m

$290

CincinnatiSan Francisco

CVG - SFO

CVGSFO

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Wed 2/25

6:35 am-1:48 pm

1 stop10h 13m

San Francisco

Mon 3/2

5:55 am-7:02 pm

1 stop10h 07m

$290

CincinnatiSan Francisco

CVG - SFO

CVGSFO

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sat 2/7

6:13 am-11:33 am

1 stop8h 20m

San Francisco

Sun 2/8

6:00 am-7:04 pm

1 stop10h 04m

$290

CincinnatiSan Francisco

CVG - SFO

CVGSFO

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Thu 3/12

6:30 am-2:04 pm

1 stop10h 34m

San Francisco

Mon 3/23

6:00 am-7:04 pm

1 stop10h 04m

$303

KnoxvilleSan Francisco

TYS - SFO

TYSSFO

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Fri 2/13

8:12 pm-8:03 am

1 stop14h 51m

San Francisco

Tue 2/17

7:15 pm-5:22 pm

2 stops43h 07m

$304

BlountvilleSan Francisco

TRI - SFO

TRISFO

Blountville Tri Cities TN/VA

Tue 3/10

5:30 am-10:41 am

1 stop8h 11m

San Francisco

Mon 3/23

12:25 am-10:43 am

1 stop7h 18m

$309

BlountvilleSan Francisco

TRI - SFO

TRISFO

Blountville Tri Cities TN/VA

Thu 3/12

7:17 pm-12:35 am

1 stop8h 18m

San Francisco

Tue 3/17

11:35 pm-9:50 am

1 stop7h 15m

$309

BlountvilleSan Francisco

TRI - SFO

TRISFO

Blountville Tri Cities TN/VA

Tue 2/17

7:13 pm-11:49 pm

1 stop7h 36m

San Francisco

Tue 2/24

10:00 pm-9:32 am

1 stop8h 32m

$309

BlountvilleSan Francisco

TRI - SFO

TRISFO

Blountville Tri Cities TN/VA

Tue 2/17

3:26 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop9h 54m

San Francisco

Mon 2/23

12:30 am-2:59 pm

2 stops11h 29m

$314

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kentucky to San Francisco (average of $114). Flying from Kentucky to San Francisco in March is currently the most expensive (average of $308). 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.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Kentucky 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 Kentucky?

    Most people fly into San Francisco (SFO) if they book a flight to San Francisco from Kentucky. San Francisco is conveniently located just 11.8 mi from San Francisco’s city center.

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

  • How long is the flight from Kentucky to San Francisco?

    Airlines like Delta, American Airlines, and JetBlue fly from Kentucky to San Francisco in about 8h 11m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 2h 23m. Kentucky and San Francisco are separated by a distance of 2187 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    $108 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Breeze Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on American Airlines and Delta, with prices starting from $149 and $159, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Kentucky to San Francisco?

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Kentucky to San Francisco? While on average our users pay $397, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $179. The most popular route (Nashville Intl - San Francisco), is priced around $166.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kentucky to San Francisco (average of $114). Flying from Kentucky to San Francisco in March is currently the most expensive (average of $308). 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 5 airlines flying from Kentucky to San Francisco

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Kentucky 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 January 19, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$129Average$268FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$142Average$408FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$254Average$473FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$262Average$417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$283Average$500FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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