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$74+ 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 2/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SDF — SFO
Jan 27 — Feb 31
Tue 1/27
Tue 2/3
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Kentucky to San Francisco

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 December 28, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/27. 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 12/317:23 pmTYS - SFO
1 stop8h 54mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/35:00 amSFO - TYS
1 stop9h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/27$434
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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 12/301:30 pmBNA - SFO
1 stop6h 51mDelta
Tue 1/1310:55 pmSFO - BNA
1 stop15h 30mDelta
Deal found 12/26$437
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/286:10 amCVG - SFO
1 stop21h 14mFrontier
Sun 1/46:24 amSFO - CVG
1 stop16h 44mFrontier
Deal found 12/26$437
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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 12/305:09 pmBNA - SFO
Nonstop5h 01mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/136:45 amSFO - BNA
1 stop7h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/26$441
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/27. 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 12/306:36 pmBNA - SFO
1 stop7h 23mDelta
Tue 1/61:00 pmSFO - BNA
1 stop8h 50mDelta
Deal found 12/27$451
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/27. 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 12/306:05 pmBNA - SFO
1 stop7h 00mUnited Airlines
Mon 1/59:48 amSFO - BNA
Nonstop4h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/27$461
This Breeze Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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 Breeze Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/299:43 amSDF - SFO
Nonstop5h 19mBreeze Airways
Mon 1/512:47 pmSFO - SDF
Nonstop4h 25mBreeze Airways
Deal found 12/26$478
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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.
Fri 12/266:05 pmBNA - SFO
1 stop7h 00mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/411:59 pmSFO - BNA
Nonstop4h 27mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/25$481
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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.
Sat 12/275:35 pmBNA - SFO
1 stop8h 46mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/2811:59 pmSFO - BNA
Nonstop4h 27mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/26$501
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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.
Sat 12/272:05 pmCVG - SFO
1 stop13h 19mFrontier
Sat 1/36:24 amSFO - CVG
1 stop16h 44mFrontier
Deal found 12/26$504
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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.
Fri 12/267:35 amBNA - SFO
1 stop7h 05mSouthwest
Sun 1/44:45 pmSFO - BNA
1 stop6h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 12/25$510
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/304:46 pmTYS - SFO
1 stop10h 38mFrontier
Thu 1/16:24 amSFO - TYS
1 stop6h 07mFrontier
Deal found 12/26$512

Find 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 December 28, 2025.

Most accurate provider

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3 stars

Most trusted provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Round-trip from

$210
(Expedia)

One-way from

$74
(Trip.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$512

Good round-trip deal

$228 or less
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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 December 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Kentucky to San Francisco that are best for you.

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CincinnatiSan Francisco

CVG - SFO

CVGSFO

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Thu 2/19

1:07 pm-9:39 pm

1 stop11h 32m

San Francisco

Sat 2/28

7:15 pm-12:22 am

1 stop26h 07m

$253

NashvilleSan Francisco

BNA - SFO

BNASFO

Nashville Intl

Sun 3/1

8:45 pm-8:08 am

1 stop13h 23m

San Francisco

Fri 3/6

10:14 pm-4:03 am

1 stop27h 49m

$255

CincinnatiSan Francisco

CVG - SFO

CVGSFO

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sat 1/17

6:50 am-1:39 pm

1 stop9h 49m

San Francisco

Sun 1/18

5:00 am-2:27 pm

1 stop6h 27m

$269

CincinnatiSan Francisco

CVG - SFO

CVGSFO

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Mon 3/23

8:48 pm-9:19 pm

1 stop27h 31m

San Francisco

Fri 3/27

4:21 pm-11:54 am

1 stop16h 33m

$277

CincinnatiSan Francisco

CVG - SFO

CVGSFO

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sun 3/8

2:50 pm-8:25 pm

1 stop8h 35m

San Francisco

Sat 3/14

6:05 am-7:03 pm

1 stop9h 58m

$284

CincinnatiSan Francisco

CVG - SFO

CVGSFO

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Thu 2/12

8:40 am-3:12 pm

1 stop9h 32m

San Francisco

Tue 2/17

8:00 am-8:09 pm

1 stop9h 09m

$285

CincinnatiSan Francisco

CVG - SFO

CVGSFO

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Fri 3/27

6:30 am-11:57 pm

1 stop20h 27m

San Francisco

Tue 3/31

6:05 am-7:04 pm

1 stop9h 59m

$293

CincinnatiSan Francisco

CVG - SFO

CVGSFO

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Thu 3/26

6:30 am-4:04 pm

1 stop12h 34m

San Francisco

Tue 3/31

6:05 am-7:04 pm

1 stop9h 59m

$293

CincinnatiSan Francisco

CVG - SFO

CVGSFO

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Wed 2/18

6:35 am-1:48 pm

1 stop10h 13m

San Francisco

Sun 2/22

5:55 am-7:02 pm

1 stop10h 07m

$293

LouisvilleSan Francisco

SDF - SFO

SDFSFO

Louisville Intl

Mon 6/8

9:31 am-11:33 am

Nonstop5h 02m

San Francisco

Fri 6/12

12:18 pm-7:48 pm

Nonstop4h 30m

$298

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Best time to book a flight from Kentucky to San Francisco

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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 February 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from KY to SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Kentucky 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 December 28, 2025.

When flying from Kentucky 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.

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?

    Within the past month, 1 users have taken a look at flights from Kentucky to San Francisco.

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

    Airlines like Frontier, United Airlines, and Delta fly from Kentucky to San Francisco in about 8h 35m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 2h 57m. Kentucky and San Francisco are separated by a distance of 2030 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 Delta and American Airlines, with prices starting from $148 and $149, respectively.

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

    When deciding which route to take from Kentucky to San Francisco consider Nashville Intl - San Francisco, Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky - San Francisco or Louisville Intl - San Francisco as they are the most popular.

  • 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 $378, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $179. The most popular route (Nashville Intl - San Francisco), is priced around $150.

  • 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 February 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 December 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$163Average$268FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$189Average$413FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$254Average$450FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$262Average$424FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$308Average$505FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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