$92+ 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 8/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — SFO
Jul 8 — Jul 151
1 adult, Economy
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Keep the following information in mind while searching for North Carolina to San Francisco flight deals. Data was last updated July 3, 2025.
Round-trip from | $178 (Priceline) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $92 (Priceline) |
Popular in | July |
Cheapest in | January |
Average price | $489 |
Good round-trip deal | $389 or less |
Good one-way deal | $276 or less |
Find flight deals from North Carolina to San Francisco
Cheapest flights from North Carolina to San FranciscoExplore 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 July 3, 2025.
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 July 3, 2025.
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
Mon 8/257:10 pmTYS - SFO
1 stop8h 09mFrontier
Sun 8/319:21 amSFO - TYS
1 stop7h 20mFrontier
Deal found 6/30![Frontier logo]()
$178
This JetBlue 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/215:57 pmORF - SFO
1 stop10h 01mJetBlue
Sun 8/246:05 amSFO - ORF
1 stop8h 45mJetBlue
Deal found 7/3![JetBlue logo]()
$247
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 8/53:32 pmORF - SFO
1 stop10h 15mAmerican Airlines
Wed 8/1311:30 pmSFO - ORF
1 stop7h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/3![American Airlines logo]()
$251
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/96:17 pmGSO - SFO
1 stop7h 35mAmerican Airlines
Wed 8/138:00 amSFO - GSO
1 stop11h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/2![American Airlines logo]()
$255
This JetBlue 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/91:30 pmILM - SFO
1 stop13h 20mJetBlue
Tue 10/2110:00 pmSFO - ILM
1 stop11h 35mJetBlue
Deal found 7/1![JetBlue logo]()
$270
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 7/1712:53 pmORF - SFO
1 stop12h 42mFrontier
Sun 7/2010:29 pmSFO - ORF
1 stop8h 11mFrontier
Deal found 7/1![Frontier logo]()
$275
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/136:04 amGSO - SFO
1 stop7h 36mDelta
Sat 9/209:38 pmSFO - GSO
1 stop8h 46mDelta
Deal found 7/2![Delta logo]()
$277
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/1812:33 pmORF - SFO
1 stop9h 15mDelta
Mon 9/229:38 pmSFO - ORF
1 stop8h 29mDelta
Deal found 7/3![Delta logo]()
$277
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/147:51 pmRDU - SFO
1 stop7h 44mDelta
Mon 8/1811:59 pmSFO - RDU
1 stop8h 16mDelta
Deal found 7/3![Delta logo]()
$277
This Expedia 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/177:30 amRDU - SFO
2 stops15h 09mFrontier
Wed 7/2311:30 pmSFO - RDU
1 stop9h 33mFrontier
Deal found 7/3![Frontier logo]()
$278
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 8/252:55 pmORF - SFO
1 stop9h 20mSouthwest
Wed 8/277:50 amSFO - ORF
2 stops10h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 7/2![Southwest logo]()
$282
This JetBlue 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/55:45 pmRDU - SFO
1 stop10h 14mJetBlue
Sun 9/710:30 pmSFO - RDU
1 stop9h 02mJetBlue
Deal found 7/3![JetBlue logo]()
$283
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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 July 3, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from North Carolina to San Francisco that are best for you.
Fly from
North Carolina
Fly to
San Francisco
Route
Depart
Return
Price
KnoxvilleSan Francisco
TYS - SFO
TYSSFO
Knoxville McGhee Tyson
Mon 8/25
7:10 pm-12:19 am
1 stop8h 09m
San Francisco
Sun 8/31
9:21 am-7:41 pm
1 stop7h 20m
$178
NorfolkSan Francisco
ORF - SFO
ORFSFO
Norfolk
Thu 8/21
5:57 pm-12:58 am
1 stop10h 01m
San Francisco
Sun 8/24
6:05 am-5:50 pm
1 stop8h 45m
$247
NorfolkSan Francisco
ORF - SFO
ORFSFO
Norfolk
Tue 8/5
3:32 pm-10:47 pm
1 stop10h 15m
San Francisco
Wed 8/13
11:30 pm-10:16 am
1 stop7h 46m
$251
GreensboroSan Francisco
GSO - SFO
GSOSFO
Greensboro/H. Point
Sat 8/9
6:17 pm-10:52 pm
1 stop7h 35m
San Francisco
Wed 8/13
8:00 am-10:29 pm
1 stop11h 29m
$255
WilmingtonSan Francisco
ILM - SFO
ILMSFO
Wilmington New Hanover County
Thu 10/9
1:30 pm-11:50 pm
1 stop13h 20m
San Francisco
Tue 10/21
10:00 pm-12:35 pm
1 stop11h 35m
$270
NorfolkSan Francisco
ORF - SFO
ORFSFO
Norfolk
Thu 7/17
12:53 pm-10:35 pm
1 stop12h 42m
San Francisco
Sun 7/20
10:29 pm-9:40 am
1 stop8h 11m
$275
GreensboroSan Francisco
GSO - SFO
GSOSFO
Greensboro/H. Point
Sat 9/13
6:04 am-10:40 am
1 stop7h 36m
San Francisco
Sat 9/20
9:38 pm-9:24 am
1 stop8h 46m
$277
NorfolkSan Francisco
ORF - SFO
ORFSFO
Norfolk
Thu 9/18
12:33 pm-6:48 pm
1 stop9h 15m
San Francisco
Mon 9/22
9:38 pm-9:07 am
1 stop8h 29m
$277
RaleighSan Francisco
RDU - SFO
RDUSFO
Raleigh-Durham
Thu 8/14
7:51 pm-12:35 am
1 stop7h 44m
San Francisco
Mon 8/18
11:59 pm-11:15 am
1 stop8h 16m
$277
RaleighSan Francisco
RDU - SFO
RDUSFO
Raleigh-Durham
Thu 7/17
7:30 am-7:39 pm
2 stops15h 09m
San Francisco
Wed 7/23
11:30 pm-12:03 pm
1 stop9h 33m
$278
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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 $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 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 July 3, 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 July 3, 2025.
The most flights from USNC to SFO are scheduled on a Tuesday (10 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).
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.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Breeze Airways, Alaska Airlines, and Southwest from North Carolina to San Francisco to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Entertainment
6.6
Overall
8.1
Comfort
8.2
Crew
8.8
Boarding
8.3
Food
6.8
Reviews
1 / 11
10.0
ExcellentDena,Dec 2024
LAS - BDL
Entertainment
6.6
Overall
8.1
Comfort
8.2
Crew
8.8
Boarding
8.3
Food
6.8
Reviews
1 / 11
10.0
ExcellentDena,Dec 2024
LAS - BDL
Entertainment
6.6
Overall
8.1
Comfort
8.2
Crew
8.8
Boarding
8.3
Food
6.8
Reviews
1 / 11
10.0
ExcellentDena,Dec 2024
LAS - BDL
Entertainment
6.6
Overall
8.1
Comfort
8.2
Crew
8.8
Boarding
8.3
Food
6.8
Reviews
1 / 11
10.0
ExcellentDena,Dec 2024
LAS - BDL
Entertainment
6.6
Overall
8.1
Comfort
8.2
Crew
8.8
Boarding
8.3
Food
6.8
Reviews
1 / 11
10.0
ExcellentDena,Dec 2024
LAS - BDL
Entertainment
6.6
Overall
8.1
Comfort
8.2
Crew
8.8
Boarding
8.3
Food
6.8
Reviews
1 / 11
10.0
ExcellentDena,Dec 2024
LAS - BDL
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$131 | Average$261 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$133 | Average$218 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$198 | Average$463 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$208 | Average$435 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$275 | Average$408 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$278 | Average$459 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$298 | Average$484 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% |