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$141+ 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 9/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BWI — SFO
Jul 5 — Jul 121
Sat 7/5
Sat 7/12
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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 June 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$277
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$141
(Priceline)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$474

Good round-trip deal

$747 or less

Good one-way deal

$294 or less
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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 June 30, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/168:35 amIAD - SFO
Nonstop5h 38mUnited Airlines
Sat 9/209:10 pmSFO - IAD
Nonstop5h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/30$277
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/166:59 pmDCA - SFO
Nonstop5h 51mHawaiian Airlines
Sat 9/209:34 amSFO - DCA
Nonstop5h 25mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 6/30$277
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/97:30 amIAD - SFO
1 stop7h 45mFrontier
Thu 7/1710:29 pmSFO - IAD
1 stop12h 20mFrontier
Deal found 6/28$278
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/16:00 pmDCA - SFO
1 stop9h 19mFrontier
Wed 8/66:37 amSFO - DCA
1 stop12h 20mFrontier
Deal found 6/28$278
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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.
Tue 8/55:10 pmDCA - SFO
1 stop9h 30mJetBlue
Wed 8/611:40 pmSFO - DCA
1 stop10h 18mJetBlue
Deal found 6/28$279
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/276:59 pmDCA - SFO
Nonstop5h 51mMultiple Airlines
Thu 9/410:45 amSFO - DCA
1 stop8h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/29$281
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/912:31 pmBWI - SFO
1 stop11h 52mFrontier
Fri 7/188:53 pmSFO - BWI
1 stop9h 40mFrontier
Deal found 6/28$286
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/167:00 amDCA - SFO
Nonstop5h 50mUnited Airlines
Fri 9/1912:43 amSFO - DCA
1 stop7h 53mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/30$287
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/76:40 amPHL - SFO
Nonstop5h 53mAmerican Airlines
Tue 8/129:28 pmSFO - PHL
Nonstop5h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/29$289
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 8/65:40 pmPHL - SFO
1 stop10h 18mJetBlue
Mon 9/297:00 amSFO - PHL
1 stop11h 24mJetBlue
Deal found 6/28$290
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/1810:29 pmPHL - SFO
1 stop14h 56mFrontier
Mon 8/258:51 amSFO - PHL
2 stops13h 18mFrontier
Deal found 6/30$291
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/205:52 pmIAD - SFO
1 stop9h 07mAlaska Airlines
Wed 8/2710:08 amSFO - IAD
1 stop11h 12mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/29$296

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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 June 30, 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

Tue 9/16

8:35 am-11:13 am

Nonstop5h 38m

San Francisco

Sat 9/20

9:10 pm-5:24 am

Nonstop5h 14m

$277

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

DCA - SFO

DCASFO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 9/16

6:59 pm-9:50 pm

Nonstop5h 51m

San Francisco

Sat 9/20

9:34 am-5:59 pm

Nonstop5h 25m

$277

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 7/9

7:30 am-12:15 pm

1 stop7h 45m

San Francisco

Thu 7/17

10:29 pm-1:49 pm

1 stop12h 20m

$278

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

DCA - SFO

DCASFO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 8/1

6:00 pm-12:19 am

1 stop9h 19m

San Francisco

Wed 8/6

6:37 am-9:57 pm

1 stop12h 20m

$278

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

DCA - SFO

DCASFO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 8/5

5:10 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop9h 30m

San Francisco

Wed 8/6

11:40 pm-12:58 pm

1 stop10h 18m

$279

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

DCA - SFO

DCASFO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 8/27

6:59 pm-9:50 pm

Nonstop5h 51m

San Francisco

Thu 9/4

10:45 am-9:59 pm

1 stop8h 14m

$281

BaltimoreSan Francisco

BWI - SFO

BWISFO

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 7/9

12:31 pm-9:23 pm

1 stop11h 52m

San Francisco

Fri 7/18

8:53 pm-9:33 am

1 stop9h 40m

$286

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

DCA - SFO

DCASFO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 9/16

4:24 pm-9:03 pm

1 stop7h 39m

San Francisco

Sat 9/20

1:20 pm-9:37 pm

Nonstop5h 17m

$287

PhiladelphiaSan Francisco

PHL - SFO

PHLSFO

Philadelphia

Thu 8/7

6:40 am-9:33 am

Nonstop5h 53m

San Francisco

Thu 10/2

6:30 am-2:52 pm

Nonstop5h 22m

$289

PhiladelphiaSan Francisco

PHL - SFO

PHLSFO

Philadelphia

Wed 8/6

5:40 pm-12:58 am

1 stop10h 18m

San Francisco

Mon 9/29

7:00 am-9:24 pm

1 stop11h 24m

$290

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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 $360). 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 June 30, 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 June 30, 2025.

The most flights from USMD to SFO are scheduled on a Sunday (12 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 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 June 30, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta from Maryland to San Francisco. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

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

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

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
4,278 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

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
7,973 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,529 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

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
8,852 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

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 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?

    Within the past month, 20 users have taken a look at flights from Maryland to San Francisco.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $141. However, be on the lookout for offers from Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian 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?

    While some choose either Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - San Francisco or Baltimore/Washington - San Francisco, Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - San Francisco is the most popular route from Maryland to San Francisco.

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

    Consider ANA (90%), Southwest (90%) or Virgin Australia (87%) 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 $175. While the most popular route (Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - San Francisco) can be booked for $215 on average our data indicates $1,254 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 $360). 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 Maryland to San Francisco

Discover the top 8 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 June 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$101Average$228FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$119Average$280FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Sun Country AirCheapest$142Average$365FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
American AirlinesCheapest$212Average$541FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$261Average$362FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$276Average$416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$289Average$471FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$308Average$418FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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