HomeSearch by dateVacation packagesHotelsFlight dealsCar rentalTravel tips & news
San Francisco

$129+ Cheap flights from Miami to San Francisco (MIA - 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 2/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MIA — SFO
Jan 22 — Jan 291
Thu 1/22
Thu 1/29
1 adult, Economy
We work with more than 300 partners to bring you better travel deals

Find cheap flights from Miami to San Francisco with Cheapflights

1. Tell us where you want to go

Enter your travel information like dates, passengers, trip type (one-way or round trip), and preferred cabin class then click “Find deals”

2. Select your favorite providers

We find the providers serving your travel needs. Choose up to four travel providers to compare side-by-side for flights, hotels, or car rentals.

3. Compare prices and book

Review each provider’s pricing and select the best option for you! Book through your favorite provider’s website for a seamless experience.

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Miami to San Francisco are usually found in May or January, booked 47 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Miami to San Francisco

Cheapest flights from Miami to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Miami to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 23, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 12/245:30 amMIA - SFO
1 stop10h 43mFrontier
Tue 1/67:00 amSFO - MIA
1 stop7h 19mFrontier
Deal found 12/21$234
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Thu 12/255:30 amMIA - SFO
1 stop10h 43mFrontier
Tue 1/67:00 amSFO - MIA
1 stop7h 19mFrontier
Deal found 12/21$254
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 12/245:30 amMIA - SFO
1 stop10h 43mFrontier
Mon 1/511:20 pmSFO - MIA
1 stop9h 34mFrontier
Deal found 12/21$284
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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.
Thu 12/255:30 amMIA - SFO
1 stop10h 43mFrontier
Thu 1/16:00 amSFO - MIA
1 stop20h 35mFrontier
Deal found 12/22$304
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/277:05 amMIA - SFO
1 stop18h 27mFrontier
Mon 1/266:15 amSFO - MIA
1 stop7h 22mFrontier
Deal found 12/22$312
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 12/265:30 amMIA - SFO
1 stop10h 43mFrontier
Tue 1/67:00 amSFO - MIA
1 stop7h 19mFrontier
Deal found 12/21$313
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 12/245:30 amMIA - SFO
1 stop10h 43mFrontier
Sat 1/311:25 pmSFO - MIA
1 stop8h 33mFrontier
Deal found 12/21$333
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 12/245:30 amMIA - SFO
1 stop10h 43mFrontier
Sun 1/411:20 pmSFO - MIA
1 stop8h 38mFrontier
Deal found 12/22$338
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/257:05 amMIA - SFO
1 stop8h 29mFrontier
Sun 12/2811:20 pmSFO - MIA
1 stop8h 38mFrontier
Deal found 12/21$342
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 12/315:30 amMIA - SFO
1 stop10h 43mFrontier
Fri 1/911:28 pmSFO - MIA
1 stop8h 20mFrontier
Deal found 12/22$347
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Thu 12/255:30 amMIA - SFO
1 stop10h 43mFrontier
Sun 1/411:20 pmSFO - MIA
1 stop8h 38mFrontier
Deal found 12/21$353

Find flight deals from Miami to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Miami (MIA) 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 December 23, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$228
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$129
(Delta)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$372

Good round-trip deal

$350 or less

Good one-way deal

$223 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Miami-San Francisco flight deals.
Search Deals
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Miami-San Francisco flights.
Search Deals
From Miami to San Francisco
Search Deals
One-way flight from Miami to San Francisco
Search Deals
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price ($6 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Search Deals
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($5 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Search Deals
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
Search Deals
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Miami to San Francisco.
Search Deals
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Miami to San Francisco.
Search Deals

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Miami 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 23, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Miami to San Francisco that are best for you.

Fly from

Miami

Fly to

San Francisco

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MiamiSan Francisco

MIA - SFO

MIASFO

Miami

Wed 2/18

6:02 pm-9:50 pm

Nonstop6h 48m

San Francisco

Wed 2/25

8:32 am-4:56 pm

Nonstop5h 24m

$229

MiamiSan Francisco

MIA - SFO

MIASFO

Miami

Tue 2/17

8:35 am-12:11 pm

Nonstop6h 36m

San Francisco

Thu 2/19

7:06 pm-5:51 am

1 stop7h 45m

$239

MiamiSan Francisco

MIA - SFO

MIASFO

Miami

Tue 1/13

9:05 am-2:56 pm

1 stop8h 51m

San Francisco

Tue 1/20

11:18 pm-7:51 am

Nonstop5h 33m

$241

MiamiSan Francisco

MIA - SFO

MIASFO

Miami

Sun 2/15

8:35 am-12:11 pm

Nonstop6h 36m

San Francisco

Sat 2/21

11:00 pm-7:27 am

Nonstop5h 27m

$243

MiamiSan Francisco

MIA - SFO

MIASFO

Miami

Thu 2/26

6:02 pm-9:50 pm

Nonstop6h 48m

San Francisco

Tue 3/3

8:32 am-4:56 pm

Nonstop5h 24m

$245

MiamiSan Francisco

MIA - SFO

MIASFO

Miami

Tue 2/3

6:05 am-9:43 am

Nonstop6h 38m

San Francisco

Mon 2/9

11:18 pm-7:51 am

Nonstop5h 33m

$245

MiamiSan Francisco

MIA - SFO

MIASFO

Miami

Thu 2/12

8:35 am-12:11 pm

Nonstop6h 36m

San Francisco

Wed 2/18

4:27 pm-5:51 am

1 stop10h 24m

$253

MiamiSan Francisco

MIA - SFO

MIASFO

Miami

Wed 2/11

12:00 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop8h 50m

San Francisco

Mon 2/16

11:00 pm-7:27 am

Nonstop5h 27m

$255

MiamiSan Francisco

MIA - SFO

MIASFO

Miami

Tue 1/13

7:50 pm-11:36 pm

Nonstop6h 46m

San Francisco

Tue 1/20

3:50 pm-5:00 am

1 stop10h 10m

$258

MiamiSan Francisco

MIA - SFO

MIASFO

Miami

Wed 1/21

8:05 am-5:49 pm

2 stops12h 44m

San Francisco

Sun 1/25

6:45 pm-6:35 am

1 stop8h 50m

$267

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 12/21

Showing 1-10 of 21 results
1
2
3

Compare providers for flights from Miami to San Francisco

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Miami to San Francisco in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Miami-San Francisco flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Miami-San Francisco flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Miami-San Francisco flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Miami-San Francisco flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Miami-San Francisco flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Miami to San Francisco

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Francisco from Miami with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Miami to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on December 19, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Miami to San Francisco is 47 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Miami to San Francisco (average of $94). Flying from Miami to San Francisco in August is currently the most expensive (average of $200). 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 MIA to SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Miami 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 23, 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 71% on flights from Miami to San Francisco by exploring options for tickets at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Miami to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Miami to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on December 20, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Miami to San Francisco flight should consider departing on Thursday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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

The best insider tips for Miami to San Francisco flights

AI-powered summary based on content written by travel experts. AI can make mistakes.
Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Miami to San Francisco trip
Airports
MIA

For a quick check-in at MIA, navigate through crowded areas to find faster security lanes and avoid long lines.

Read more about MIABy Ramsey Qubein
SFO

Use BART for an affordable 40-minute ride from SFO to downtown San Francisco. Purchase a Clipper Card or use the app for easy payment.

Read more about SFOBy Harriet Baskas
Our travel experts
Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on MIA

Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

Read more
Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on SFO

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

Read more

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 December 23, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Miami to San Francisco have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,014 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Delta
7.9
Good
8,014 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,014 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,106 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,014 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,050 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,014 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
JetBlue
7.2
Good
2,898 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,014 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,074 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,014 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Miami 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 airports do I use to fly from Miami to San Francisco?

    To fly from Miami to San Francisco, you need to book a flight from Miami (MIA) to San Francisco (SFO). Nonstop flights to San Francisco from Miami take 6h 30m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there are 20 outbound flights from Miami to San Francisco offered by 6 different airlines.

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

    This flight path from Miami to San Francisco was viewed by 73 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    United Airlines can get you from Miami to San Francisco in just under 6h 48m. Your travel time will be generally consistent. The distance from Miami to San Francisco is about 2579 mi. Generally, flights for this route are nonstop.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Miami to San Francisco round-trip?

    Frontier, at $123, was found to be the cheapest airline from Miami to San Francisco.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Delta and JetBlue. These flights start at 63% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Miami 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 JetBlue and American Airlines, with prices starting from $94 and $112, respectively.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Miami to San Francisco are Royal Air Maroc (100%), Japan Airlines (95%) and Air New Zealand (92%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $129. While the most popular route (Miami - San Francisco) can be booked for $178 on average, our data indicates $1,231 when flying from Miami to San Francisco.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Miami to San Francisco (average of $94). Flying from Miami to San Francisco in August is currently the most expensive (average of $200). 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.

See more FAQs

Traveling to a place near San Francisco?

Book flights to San Francisco if you plan to visit one of these locations
Roseville
South San Francisco
Santa Cruz
Livermore
Turlock
Manteca
Watsonville
Redwood City
Sunnyvale
San Bruno
Daly City
Santa Clara
San Carlos
Vallejo
Hollister
San Ramon
Foster City
Union City
Davis
Emeryville

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Alternative routes for Miami to San Francisco

See prices for flight routes from nearby airports that may be better suited for you.
Orlando to Las Vegas flights
Fort Lauderdale to Las Vegas flights
Tampa to Las Vegas flights
Orlando to Los Angeles flights
Miami to Los Angeles flights
Miami to Las Vegas flights
Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles flights
Tampa to Los Angeles flights
Orlando to San Francisco flights
Tampa to San Francisco flights
Fort Lauderdale to San Francisco flights
Jacksonville to Las Vegas flights
Miami to Ontario flights
Fort Myers to Las Vegas flights
Orlando to San Diego flights
Orlando to Ontario flights
West Palm Beach to Las Vegas flights
Fort Lauderdale to Santa Ana flights
Tampa to San Diego flights
West Palm Beach to Los Angeles flights
Miami to San Diego flights
Sarasota to Las Vegas flights
Orlando to Santa Ana flights
Fort Lauderdale to San Diego flights
Fort Lauderdale to Burbank flights
Fort Lauderdale to Ontario flights
Jacksonville to San Diego flights
Pensacola to Las Vegas flights
Pensacola to Los Angeles flights
Miami to Santa Ana flights
Orlando Sanford Intl to Las Vegas flights
Jacksonville to Los Angeles flights
Tampa to Santa Ana flights
Tampa to Ontario flights
West Palm Beach to San Diego flights
Jacksonville to Ontario flights
Fort Myers to Los Angeles flights
Jacksonville to San Francisco flights
Orlando to Reno flights
Pensacola to Ontario flights
Orlando to Sacramento flights
Miami to Burbank flights
Tampa to Reno flights
Miami to San Jose flights
Valparaiso to Las Vegas flights
Orlando to Palm Springs flights
West Palm Beach to San Francisco flights
Miami to Reno flights
West Palm Beach to Ontario flights

Top 6 airlines flying from Miami to San Francisco

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Miami 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 23, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$128Average$267FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
FrontierCheapest$140Average$188FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
JetBlueCheapest$199Average$308FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$205Average$338FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$218Average$266FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$223Average$357FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

100% Free

Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.

Book with Flexibility

Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees

Travel Smart

Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.