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$82+ Cheap flights from Memphis to San Francisco (MEM - 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 7/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEM — SFO
Jul 8 — Jul 151
Tue 7/8
Tue 7/15
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Memphis to San Francisco are usually found in August or November, booked 11 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Memphis to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Memphis (MEM) to San Francisco (SFO). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated July 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$179
(Priceline)

One-way from

$82
(Priceline)

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Cheapest in

August

Average price

$476
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Cheapest flights from Memphis to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Memphis to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 3, 2025.

This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/116:56 pmMEM - SFO
1 stop7h 20mFrontier
Mon 9/156:29 amSFO - MEM
1 stop6h 22mFrontier
Deal found 7/1$179
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Wed 8/203:18 pmMEM - SFO
1 stop8h 03mMultiple Airlines
Fri 8/225:45 amSFO - MEM
1 stop13h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/2$242
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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.
Tue 11/45:33 amMEM - SFO
1 stop13h 01mAmerican Airlines
Thu 11/610:24 amSFO - MEM
1 stop9h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/3$317
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Thu 10/236:20 pmMEM - SFO
1 stop7h 29mDelta
Tue 10/285:45 amSFO - MEM
2 stops14h 00mDelta
Deal found 7/1$339
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 11/83:25 pmMEM - SFO
1 stop6h 21mUnited Airlines
Mon 11/1012:43 amSFO - MEM
1 stop6h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/2$346
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Mon 8/254:45 pmMEM - SFO
1 stop7h 55mSouthwest
Wed 9/35:15 amSFO - MEM
2 stops10h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 7/2$348

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Memphis to San Francisco that are best for you.

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Thu 9/11

6:56 pm-12:16 am

1 stop7h 20m

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Mon 9/15

6:29 am-2:51 pm

1 stop6h 22m

$179

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Wed 8/20

3:18 pm-9:21 pm

1 stop8h 03m

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Fri 8/22

5:45 am-9:38 pm

1 stop13h 53m

$242

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Memphis

Tue 11/4

5:33 am-4:34 pm

1 stop13h 01m

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Thu 11/6

10:24 am-10:18 pm

1 stop9h 54m

$317

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MEM - SFO

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Memphis

Thu 10/23

6:20 pm-11:49 pm

1 stop7h 29m

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Tue 10/28

5:45 am-9:45 pm

2 stops14h 00m

$339

MemphisSan Francisco

MEM - SFO

MEMSFO

Memphis

Sat 11/8

3:25 pm-7:46 pm

1 stop6h 21m

San Francisco

Mon 11/10

12:43 am-9:12 am

1 stop6h 29m

$346

MemphisSan Francisco

MEM - SFO

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Memphis

Mon 8/25

4:45 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop7h 55m

San Francisco

Wed 9/3

5:15 am-5:25 pm

2 stops10h 10m

$348

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MEM - SFO

MEMSFO

Memphis

Thu 7/17

7:48 pm-12:19 am

1 stop6h 31m

$82

MemphisSan Francisco

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Memphis

Mon 8/4

2:29 pm-8:46 pm

1 stop8h 17m

$172

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MEM - SFO

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Memphis

Tue 7/29

7:25 am-12:08 pm

1 stop6h 43m

$174

MemphisSan Francisco

MEM - SFO

MEMSFO

Memphis

Tue 8/5

8:30 am-3:55 pm

2 stops9h 25m

$177

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Best time to book a flight from Memphis to San Francisco

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Memphis to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on June 27, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Memphis to San Francisco may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 11 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 Memphis to San Francisco?

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

Find hourly flight availability from Memphis 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 3, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Memphis to San Francisco at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 16% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

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 3, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Memphis to San Francisco by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,861 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Frontier
5.9
Fair
3,286 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Memphis 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 are the cheapest airlines flying from Memphis to San Francisco round-trip?

    Flying on Frontier is currently your cheapest option to San Francisco, with prices starting at $179. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by American Airlines and Delta, with the lowest prices starting at $317 and $339, respectively. Users have found that Frontier is 57% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    $82 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on American Airlines and Delta, with prices starting from $172 and $174, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Memphis to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Memphis 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 5 airlines flying from Memphis to San Francisco

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Memphis 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 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$130Average$237FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$306Average$437FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$326Average$428FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$336Average$477FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$384Average$454FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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