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$121+ Cheap flights from North Carolina 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 8/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CLT — SFO
Jul 17 — Jul 241
Fri 7/17
Fri 7/24
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Cheap flight deals from North Carolina to San Francisco

Cheapest flights from North Carolina to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from North Carolina to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 17, 2026.

This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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 8/612:10 pm
ORF
-
SFO
1 stop10h 03m
Frontier
Mon 8/1011:05 pm
SFO
-
ORF
1 stop9h 10m
Frontier
Deal found 6/16$242
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/2912:00 pm
ORF
-
SFO
1 stop10h 25m
Frontier
Tue 9/110:15 pm
SFO
-
ORF
1 stop10h 11m
Frontier
Deal found 6/11$244
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/123:00 pm
TYS
-
SFO
1 stop10h 20m
Southwest
Tue 8/186:35 am
SFO
-
TYS
1 stop6h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 6/11$266
This deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/1412:10 pm
ORF
-
SFO
1 stop10h 08m
Frontier
Fri 7/3111:00 pm
SFO
-
ORF
1 stop9h 21m
Frontier
Deal found 6/16$276
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Wed 8/196:35 am
TYS
-
SFO
1 stop7h 27m
Delta
Mon 8/2410:00 pm
SFO
-
TYS
1 stop8h 36m
Delta
Deal found 6/11$278
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. 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 7/272:15 pm
AVL
-
SFO
2 stops47h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 8/510:07 pm
SFO
-
AVL
1 stop17h 01m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/13$279
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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.
Wed 8/128:19 pm
TYS
-
SFO
1 stop23h 28m
Frontier
Sun 8/165:30 pm
SFO
-
TYS
1 stop22h 54m
Frontier
Deal found 6/15$281
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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 7/2912:10 pm
ORF
-
SFO
1 stop10h 08m
Frontier
Thu 8/610:10 pm
SFO
-
ORF
1 stop10h 05m
Frontier
Deal found 6/16$296
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. 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.
Sun 8/2312:43 pm
AVL
-
SFO
1 stop23h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 8/2610:50 pm
SFO
-
AVL
1 stop20h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/13$299
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/97:15 am
TYS
-
SFO
1 stop7h 24m
United Airlines
Fri 9/1810:35 pm
SFO
-
TYS
1 stop8h 22m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/11$299
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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.
Fri 7/34:11 pm
GSO
-
SFO
1 stop8h 56m
American Airlines
Mon 7/65:00 am
SFO
-
GSO
1 stop7h 46m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/16$304
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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 7/248:19 pm
TYS
-
SFO
1 stop7h 04m
Frontier
Sun 7/269:39 pm
SFO
-
TYS
1 stop18h 45m
Frontier
Deal found 6/16$308

Find flight deals from North Carolina to San Francisco

Keep the following information in mind while searching for North Carolina to San Francisco flight deals. Data was last updated June 17, 2026.

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3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$242
(Priceline)

One-way from

$121
(Priceline)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$474

Good round-trip deal

$481 or less

Good one-way deal

$303 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from North Carolina 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 17, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from North Carolina to San Francisco that are best for you.

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Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

GreensboroSan Francisco

GSO - SFO

GSOSFO

Greensboro/H. Point

Tue 11/10

2:15 pm-7:37 pm

1 stop8h 22m

San Francisco

Tue 11/17

11:35 am-9:38 pm

1 stop7h 03m

$331

GreensboroSan Francisco

GSO - SFO

GSOSFO

Greensboro/H. Point

Wed 9/16

10:10 am-3:49 pm

1 stop8h 39m

San Francisco

Wed 9/23

10:10 pm-9:18 am

1 stop8h 08m

$331

GreensboroSan Francisco

GSO - SFO

GSOSFO

Greensboro/H. Point

Tue 8/18

5:30 am-10:17 am

1 stop7h 47m

San Francisco

Tue 9/1

6:00 am-4:06 pm

1 stop7h 06m

$331

GreensboroSan Francisco

GSO - SFO

GSOSFO

Greensboro/H. Point

Tue 8/11

5:03 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop9h 55m

San Francisco

Tue 8/25

6:00 am-4:06 pm

1 stop7h 06m

$331

GreensboroSan Francisco

GSO - SFO

GSOSFO

Greensboro/H. Point

Fri 8/28

12:27 pm-5:15 pm

1 stop7h 48m

San Francisco

Fri 9/11

11:45 pm-9:31 am

1 stop6h 46m

$337

GreensboroSan Francisco

GSO - SFO

GSOSFO

Greensboro/H. Point

Fri 8/14

5:30 am-10:17 am

1 stop7h 47m

San Francisco

Fri 8/28

8:00 am-5:46 pm

1 stop6h 46m

$337

GreensboroSan Francisco

GSO - SFO

GSOSFO

Greensboro/H. Point

Mon 7/27

2:59 pm-8:05 pm

1 stop8h 06m

San Francisco

Mon 8/10

10:00 pm-9:22 am

1 stop8h 22m

$337

KnoxvilleSan Francisco

TYS - SFO

TYSSFO

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Fri 9/11

6:00 am-10:26 am

1 stop7h 26m

San Francisco

Fri 9/25

11:59 pm-11:17 am

1 stop8h 18m

$349

RaleighSan Francisco

RDU - SFO

RDUSFO

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 9/4

5:33 pm-8:19 pm

Nonstop5h 46m

San Francisco

Mon 9/7

9:30 pm-9:34 am

1 stop9h 04m

$359

AshevilleSan Francisco

AVL - SFO

AVLSFO

Asheville Regional

Fri 8/14

5:15 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop9h 43m

San Francisco

Tue 8/18

6:00 am-4:30 pm

1 stop7h 30m

$359

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Best time to book a flight from North Carolina to San Francisco

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Everything you need to know about your flight from North Carolina to San Francisco

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

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from North Carolina to San Francisco (average of $216). Flying from North Carolina to San Francisco in May is currently the most expensive (average of $1,573). 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 NC to SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from North Carolina 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 17, 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from North Carolina to San Francisco at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 33% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

Weekly flight availability from North Carolina to San Francisco

Explore weekly flight availability from North Carolina 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 17, 2026.

The most flights from USNC to SFO are scheduled on a Tuesday (6 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

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

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

The best time to book flights from North Carolina to San Francisco is 64 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 day to fly from North Carolina to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from North Carolina to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on June 13, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their North Carolina to San Francisco flight should consider departing on Tuesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from North Carolina 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 North Carolina?

    San Francisco (SFO) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from North Carolina to San Francisco. It is only a 11.0 mi journey from San Francisco (SFO) to San Francisco’s city center.

  • How popular is this North Carolina to San Francisco flight route?

    This flight path from North Carolina to San Francisco was viewed by 8 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 North Carolina to San Francisco?

    There are many flights that can get you from North Carolina to San Francisco in 7h 26m. Fly via Delta, United Airlines, or Southwest to get the fastest option. The distance from North Carolina to San Francisco is about 2114 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    $80 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 $110 and $131, respectively.

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

    The most popular flight routes from North Carolina to San Francisco are Raleigh-Durham - San Francisco, Charlotte Douglas - San Francisco and Asheville Regional - San Francisco.

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

    Consider American Airlines (49%), Fiji Airways (39%) or Qantas Airways (39%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from North Carolina to San Francisco.

  • What are the cheapest flights from North Carolina to San Francisco?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from North Carolina to San Francisco? While on average our users pay $1,003, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $331. The most popular route (Raleigh-Durham - San Francisco), is priced around $273.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from North Carolina 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 North Carolina to San Francisco?

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from North Carolina to San Francisco (average of $216). Flying from North Carolina to San Francisco in May is currently the most expensive (average of $1,573). 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 North Carolina to San Francisco

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from North Carolina 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 17, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$119Average$259FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$168Average$437FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$202Average$419FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$250Average$431FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$278Average$409FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
JetBlueCheapest$282Average$351FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$302Average$361FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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