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$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 2/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MIA — SFO
Jan 8 — Jan 151
Thu 1/8
Thu 1/15
1 adult, Economy
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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 9, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/207:05 amMIA - SFO
1 stop27h 43mFrontier
Mon 1/56:00 amSFO - MIA
1 stop20h 35mFrontier
Deal found 12/9$237
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/176:00 amMIA - SFO
1 stop29h 23mFrontier
Thu 1/226:15 amSFO - MIA
1 stop7h 22mFrontier
Deal found 12/8$239
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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 12/246:20 amMIA - SFO
1 stop8h 54mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/711:18 pmSFO - MIA
Nonstop5h 33mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/8$255
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/96:00 amMIA - SFO
1 stop21h 24mFrontier
Thu 1/226:15 amSFO - MIA
1 stop7h 22mFrontier
Deal found 12/8$261
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/176:00 amMIA - SFO
1 stop29h 23mFrontier
Wed 1/77:00 amSFO - MIA
1 stop25h 57mFrontier
Deal found 12/8$263
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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.
Wed 12/176:00 amMIA - SFO
1 stop29h 23mFrontier
Mon 1/56:00 amSFO - MIA
1 stop20h 35mFrontier
Deal found 12/9$265
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/6. 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.
Thu 12/251:33 pmMIA - SFO
1 stop8h 26mUnited Airlines
Mon 1/511:03 pmSFO - MIA
Nonstop5h 33mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/6$269
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. 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.
Tue 12/235:30 amMIA - SFO
1 stop10h 43mFrontier
Fri 12/2611:20 pmSFO - MIA
1 stop8h 38mFrontier
Deal found 12/7$275
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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 12/187:05 amMIA - SFO
1 stop8h 29mFrontier
Fri 1/24:06 pmSFO - MIA
1 stop10h 29mFrontier
Deal found 12/8$278
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/207:05 amMIA - SFO
1 stop27h 43mFrontier
Mon 12/296:00 amSFO - MIA
1 stop20h 35mFrontier
Deal found 12/8$280

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 9, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$226
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$129
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$362

Good round-trip deal

$332 or less

Good one-way deal

$206 or less
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($5 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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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 9, 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

Sat 1/17

6:05 am-9:43 am

Nonstop6h 38m

San Francisco

Sat 1/24

8:30 am-5:06 pm

Nonstop5h 36m

$231

MiamiSan Francisco

MIA - SFO

MIASFO

Miami

Sun 2/8

6:20 am-12:20 pm

1 stop9h 00m

San Francisco

Tue 2/10

8:30 am-5:06 pm

Nonstop5h 36m

$255

MiamiSan Francisco

MIA - SFO

MIASFO

Miami

Tue 1/13

11:05 am-4:50 pm

1 stop8h 45m

San Francisco

Mon 2/2

8:30 am-5:06 pm

Nonstop5h 36m

$255

MiamiSan Francisco

MIA - SFO

MIASFO

Miami

Sat 1/17

7:00 am-7:10 pm

1 stop15h 10m

San Francisco

Sat 1/24

10:25 am-9:30 pm

1 stop8h 05m

$256

MiamiSan Francisco

MIA - SFO

MIASFO

Miami

Tue 2/3

7:39 am-4:05 pm

1 stop11h 26m

San Francisco

Sat 2/7

9:30 pm-9:24 am

1 stop8h 54m

$257

MiamiSan Francisco

MIA - SFO

MIASFO

Miami

Fri 1/16

6:05 am-9:43 am

Nonstop6h 38m

San Francisco

Mon 1/19

11:18 pm-7:51 am

Nonstop5h 33m

$259

MiamiSan Francisco

MIA - SFO

MIASFO

Miami

Fri 1/23

6:05 am-9:43 am

Nonstop6h 38m

San Francisco

Mon 1/26

11:18 pm-7:51 am

Nonstop5h 33m

$259

MiamiSan Francisco

MIA - SFO

MIASFO

Miami

Sat 3/7

7:23 am-10:59 am

Nonstop6h 36m

San Francisco

Tue 3/10

8:32 am-4:56 pm

Nonstop5h 24m

$259

MiamiSan Francisco

MIA - SFO

MIASFO

Miami

Fri 2/27

7:50 am-3:03 pm

1 stop10h 13m

San Francisco

Tue 3/3

10:54 pm-10:21 am

1 stop8h 27m

$268

MiamiSan Francisco

MIA - SFO

MIASFO

Miami

Thu 1/8

4:19 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop9h 41m

San Francisco

Mon 1/12

11:18 pm-7:51 am

Nonstop5h 33m

$269

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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.
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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 5, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Miami to San Francisco is 28 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 $89). 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 9, 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 70% 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 6, 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.

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.

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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.

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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 9, 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
8,007 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

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
8,007 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

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
9,092 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

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
11,048 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

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
2,899 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

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
3,085 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

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 25m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there are 21 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 81 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 and Southwest can get you from Miami to San Francisco in just under 6h 38m. Your travel time can differ by up to 8h 32m. The distance from Miami to San Francisco is about 2579 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Frontier, at $116, 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 65% 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 $89 and $111, 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 (93%) and Air New Zealand (90%).

  • 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 $169 on average, our data indicates $1,021 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 $89). 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.

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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 9, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$128Average$265FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
FrontierCheapest$129Average$188FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
JetBlueCheapest$199Average$308FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$203Average$340FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$218Average$299FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$223Average$358FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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