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$107+ 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 10/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — SFO
Oct 16 — Oct 231
Thu 10/16
Thu 10/23
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap 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 September 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$198
(Frontier)

One-way from

$107
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$409

Good round-trip deal

$389 or less

Good one-way deal

$258 or less
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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 September 16, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 10/35:38 pmCLT - SFO
1 stop9h 38mFrontier
Sun 10/198:21 pmSFO - CLT
2 stops21h 49mFrontier
Deal found 9/14$198
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 10/235:34 pmCLT - SFO
1 stop9h 40mFrontier
Sun 10/2610:38 pmSFO - CLT
2 stops15h 01mFrontier
Deal found 9/14$200
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/66:07 pmCLT - SFO
1 stop9h 07mFrontier
Thu 11/136:34 amSFO - CLT
1 stop7h 48mFrontier
Deal found 9/15$202
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/2911:47 amCLT - SFO
1 stop14h 15mFrontier
Thu 10/211:57 pmSFO - CLT
2 stops16h 08mFrontier
Deal found 9/15$204
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/235:34 pmCLT - SFO
1 stop9h 40mFrontier
Fri 10/316:34 amSFO - CLT
1 stop7h 43mFrontier
Deal found 9/13$207
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Mon 10/208:55 amCLT - SFO
2 stops18h 19mFrontier
Mon 10/276:34 amSFO - CLT
1 stop7h 05mFrontier
Deal found 9/14$208
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 10/35:38 pmCLT - SFO
1 stop9h 38mFrontier
Mon 10/66:29 amSFO - CLT
2 stops11h 56mFrontier
Deal found 9/14$210
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/2911:47 amCLT - SFO
1 stop14h 15mFrontier
Fri 10/36:29 amSFO - CLT
1 stop7h 14mFrontier
Deal found 9/13$212
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/235:34 pmCLT - SFO
1 stop9h 40mFrontier
Sun 11/25:34 amSFO - CLT
1 stop7h 43mFrontier
Deal found 9/13$213
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/312:19 pmORF - SFO
1 stop12h 02mFrontier
Sun 10/511:00 pmSFO - ORF
1 stop9h 24mFrontier
Deal found 9/15$216
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/245:34 pmCLT - SFO
1 stop9h 40mFrontier
Thu 10/306:34 amSFO - CLT
1 stop7h 48mFrontier
Deal found 9/15$220
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/115:16 pmCLT - SFO
1 stop10h 09mFrontier
Sun 12/147:53 pmSFO - CLT
1 stop17h 28mFrontier
Deal found 9/15$222

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 September 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from North Carolina to San Francisco that are best for you.

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North Carolina

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San Francisco

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NorfolkSan Francisco

ORF - SFO

ORFSFO

Norfolk

Thu 11/6

11:41 am-9:11 pm

1 stop12h 30m

San Francisco

Thu 11/13

10:23 pm-10:48 am

1 stop9h 25m

$237

NorfolkSan Francisco

ORF - SFO

ORFSFO

Norfolk

Fri 10/31

6:00 am-11:50 am

1 stop8h 50m

San Francisco

Tue 11/4

9:25 pm-9:25 am

1 stop9h 00m

$244

NorfolkSan Francisco

ORF - SFO

ORFSFO

Norfolk

Tue 10/28

6:10 am-1:30 pm

1 stop10h 20m

San Francisco

Sat 11/15

10:10 am-10:20 pm

1 stop9h 10m

$251

KnoxvilleSan Francisco

TYS - SFO

TYSSFO

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Fri 11/14

2:02 pm-5:49 pm

2 stops30h 47m

San Francisco

Sun 11/16

6:34 am-6:22 pm

1 stop8h 48m

$254

NorfolkSan Francisco

ORF - SFO

ORFSFO

Norfolk

Mon 10/27

4:57 pm-9:22 pm

2 stops31h 25m

San Francisco

Sat 11/15

10:23 pm-10:49 am

1 stop9h 26m

$272

NorfolkSan Francisco

ORF - SFO

ORFSFO

Norfolk

Wed 10/29

5:24 am-9:58 am

1 stop7h 34m

San Francisco

Sat 11/15

6:00 am-5:39 pm

1 stop8h 39m

$277

RaleighSan Francisco

RDU - SFO

RDUSFO

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 10/25

7:00 am-9:45 am

Nonstop5h 45m

San Francisco

Thu 10/30

1:35 pm-9:44 pm

Nonstop5h 09m

$289

RaleighSan Francisco

RDU - SFO

RDUSFO

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 12/24

4:35 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop8h 55m

San Francisco

Wed 12/31

9:25 pm-10:20 am

1 stop9h 55m

$290

GreensboroSan Francisco

GSO - SFO

GSOSFO

Greensboro/H. Point

Thu 10/16

2:33 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop8h 27m

San Francisco

Wed 10/22

1:45 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop7h 11m

$293

GreensboroSan Francisco

GSO - SFO

GSOSFO

Greensboro/H. Point

Thu 10/16

2:33 pm-9:03 pm

1 stop9h 30m

San Francisco

Tue 10/21

7:15 am-6:04 pm

1 stop7h 49m

$293

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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from North Carolina to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from North Carolina to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $357). 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 September 16, 2025.

When flying from North Carolina to San Francisco, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 September 16, 2025.

The most flights from USNC to SFO are scheduled on a Monday (10 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 on average).

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 11.8 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 19 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 34m. Fly via Frontier, Southwest, or Delta to get the fastest option. The distance from North Carolina to San Francisco is about 2512 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?

    $114 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on United Airlines and American Airlines, with prices starting from $126 and $126, 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 Norfolk - San Francisco.

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

    Consider United Airlines (87%), Virgin Australia (87%) or Air New Zealand (87%) 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 $1,018, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $162. The most popular route (Raleigh-Durham - San Francisco), is priced around $183.

  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from North Carolina to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from North Carolina to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $357). 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 North Carolina to San Francisco

Discover the top 6 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 September 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetBlueCheapest$131Average$282FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
FrontierCheapest$138Average$238FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$197Average$409FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$199Average$459FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$257Average$458FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$278Average$454FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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