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$152+ Cheap flights from Maryland 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 12/15. 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 Maryland to San Francisco

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Maryland to San Francisco flight deals. Data was last updated September 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$281
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$152
(Alaska Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$396

Good round-trip deal

$484 or less

Good one-way deal

$203 or less
From Maryland to San Francisco
One-way flight from Maryland to San Francisco
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($33 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Maryland to San Francisco.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Maryland to San Francisco.

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Cheapest flights from Maryland to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Maryland to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 11, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/302:00 pmDCA - SFO
2 stops37h 09mFrontier
Mon 11/310:21 pmSFO - DCA
2 stops34h 43mFrontier
Deal found 9/11$281
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/187:15 amIAD - SFO
2 stops18h 14mFrontier
Thu 10/233:25 pmSFO - IAD
2 stops44h 52mFrontier
Deal found 9/10$282
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/291:00 pmDCA - SFO
2 stops13h 15mFrontier
Sat 10/410:49 amSFO - DCA
1 stop22h 21mFrontier
Deal found 9/10$282
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/96:15 amIAD - SFO
1 stop18h 08mFrontier
Mon 10/1310:17 pmSFO - IAD
2 stops42h 29mFrontier
Deal found 9/10$283
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/171:00 pmDCA - SFO
1 stop12h 30mFrontier
Tue 9/238:00 amSFO - DCA
2 stops10h 59mFrontier
Deal found 9/10$283
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/2710:04 amIAD - SFO
1 stop8h 56mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/317:00 amSFO - IAD
1 stop7h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/11$284
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/176:31 pmDCA - SFO
2 stops23h 24mFrontier
Sat 10/256:44 amSFO - DCA
1 stop27h 18mFrontier
Deal found 9/10$284
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/47:00 amIAD - SFO
1 stop17h 21mFrontier
Sun 10/511:00 pmSFO - IAD
1 stop10h 55mFrontier
Deal found 9/11$285
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/107:00 amDCA - SFO
1 stop20h 14mFrontier
Tue 10/146:34 amSFO - DCA
1 stop26h 30mFrontier
Deal found 9/10$285
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/1910:17 amIAD - SFO
1 stop15h 45mFrontier
Sun 9/2111:00 pmSFO - IAD
1 stop10h 55mFrontier
Deal found 9/10$286
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/267:00 amDCA - SFO
1 stop20h 16mFrontier
Sun 9/286:29 amSFO - DCA
1 stop26h 41mFrontier
Deal found 9/11$286
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/25:18 amIAD - SFO
1 stop10h 12mDelta
Mon 11/1012:45 amSFO - IAD
1 stop7h 22mDelta
Deal found 9/11$287

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Maryland 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 September 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Maryland to San Francisco that are best for you.

Fly from

Maryland

Fly to

San Francisco

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 12/4

5:59 pm-12:01 am

1 stop9h 02m

San Francisco

Mon 12/8

12:45 am-11:18 am

1 stop7h 33m

$287

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

DCA - SFO

DCASFO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 10/29

6:58 pm-10:11 pm

Nonstop6h 13m

San Francisco

Mon 11/3

10:35 am-9:05 pm

1 stop7h 30m

$287

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

DCA - SFO

DCASFO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 10/29

9:59 am-4:29 pm

1 stop9h 30m

San Francisco

Sun 11/2

9:45 am-5:58 pm

Nonstop5h 13m

$287

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 11/14

6:59 pm-12:12 am

1 stop8h 13m

San Francisco

Tue 11/18

12:45 am-11:07 am

1 stop7h 22m

$287

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

DCA - SFO

DCASFO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 12/5

6:59 pm-10:18 pm

Nonstop6h 19m

San Francisco

Mon 12/8

10:20 am-9:02 pm

1 stop7h 42m

$287

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

DCA - SFO

DCASFO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 11/6

6:00 am-10:33 am

1 stop7h 33m

San Francisco

Tue 11/11

12:45 am-11:12 am

1 stop7h 27m

$287

PhiladelphiaSan Francisco

PHL - SFO

PHLSFO

Philadelphia

Sat 11/8

6:16 am-9:30 am

Nonstop6h 14m

San Francisco

Tue 11/11

9:00 pm-5:18 am

Nonstop5h 18m

$289

PhiladelphiaSan Francisco

PHL - SFO

PHLSFO

Philadelphia

Sat 11/1

6:25 pm-9:50 pm

Nonstop6h 25m

San Francisco

Sun 11/9

9:00 pm-5:18 am

Nonstop5h 18m

$289

PhiladelphiaSan Francisco

PHL - SFO

PHLSFO

Philadelphia

Thu 10/9

6:34 am-9:35 am

Nonstop6h 01m

San Francisco

Sat 10/11

8:54 am-5:27 pm

Nonstop5h 33m

$289

PhiladelphiaSan Francisco

PHL - SFO

PHLSFO

Philadelphia

Wed 10/8

6:34 am-9:35 am

Nonstop6h 01m

San Francisco

Wed 10/15

9:04 pm-5:26 am

Nonstop5h 22m

$289

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Best time to book a flight from Maryland to San Francisco

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Maryland to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Maryland to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $357). 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 MD to SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Maryland 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 September 11, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Maryland to San Francisco as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Maryland to San Francisco

Explore weekly flight availability from Maryland 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 September 11, 2025.

The most flights from USMD to SFO are scheduled on a Monday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Maryland to San Francisco?

Related info for your journey

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

    San Francisco (SFO) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Maryland to San Francisco. It is only a 11.8 mi journey from San Francisco (SFO) to San Francisco’s city center.

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

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

    There are many flights that can get you from Maryland to San Francisco in 6h 13m. Fly via Delta, Alaska Airlines, or Hawaiian Airlines to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 2435 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Hawaiian Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $154. However, be on the lookout for offers from Southwest and Alaska Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Maryland to San Francisco for a low price.

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

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

    Consider ANA (85%), United Airlines (82%) or Virgin Australia (82%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Maryland to San Francisco.

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $144. While the most popular route (Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - San Francisco) can be booked for $164 on average, our data indicates $1,029 when flying from Maryland to San Francisco.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Maryland to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Maryland to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $357). 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 Maryland to San Francisco

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Maryland 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 September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$120Average$283FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$134Average$228FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$276Average$417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$277Average$392FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$289Average$480FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$292Average$584FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$299Average$407FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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