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$214+ Cheap flights from Pensacola to San Francisco (PNS - 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 7/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PNS — SFO
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Pensacola to San Francisco are usually found in March or September, booked 75 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Pensacola to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Pensacola (PNS) 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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$292
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$214
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$492
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Cheapest flights from Pensacola to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Pensacola to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 8/142:08 pmPNS - SFO
1 stop9h 01mUnited Airlines
Mon 8/182:49 pmSFO - PNS
1 stop6h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$292
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 9/113:35 pmPNS - SFO
1 stop7h 27mDelta
Tue 9/166:00 amSFO - PNS
1 stop8h 32mDelta
Deal found 6/10$297
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/1112:54 pmPNS - SFO
1 stop7h 41mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/168:46 amSFO - PNS
2 stops8h 52mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$302
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.
Mon 9/224:35 pmPNS - SFO
1 stop9h 39mFrontier
Mon 10/66:00 amSFO - PNS
1 stop7h 31mFrontier
Deal found 6/11$326
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Thu 8/1411:05 amPNS - SFO
2 stops10h 05mSouthwest
Mon 8/185:15 pmSFO - PNS
2 stops14h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 6/10$353
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
Wed 7/166:00 amPNS - SFO
3 stops28h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 7/2111:59 pmSFO - PNS
2 stops20h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/9$474

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Pensacola to San Francisco that are best for you.

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Pensacola

Fly to

San Francisco

Route

Depart

Return

Price

PensacolaSan Francisco

PNS - SFO

PNSSFO

Pensacola

Thu 8/14

2:08 pm-9:09 pm

1 stop9h 01m

San Francisco

Mon 8/18

2:49 pm-11:17 pm

1 stop6h 28m

$292

PensacolaSan Francisco

PNS - SFO

PNSSFO

Pensacola

Thu 8/14

7:25 pm-12:08 am

1 stop6h 43m

San Francisco

Mon 8/18

6:30 am-7:25 pm

2 stops10h 55m

$302

PensacolaSan Francisco

PNS - SFO

PNSSFO

Pensacola

Wed 8/27

9:10 am-2:24 pm

1 stop7h 14m

San Francisco

Sun 8/31

7:29 am-6:43 pm

1 stop9h 14m

$327

PensacolaSan Francisco

PNS - SFO

PNSSFO

Pensacola

Thu 8/14

11:05 am-7:10 pm

2 stops10h 05m

San Francisco

Mon 8/18

5:15 pm-9:15 am

2 stops14h 00m

$353

PensacolaSan Francisco

PNS - SFO

PNSSFO

Pensacola

Wed 7/16

6:00 am-8:05 am

3 stops28h 05m

San Francisco

Mon 7/21

11:59 pm-10:41 pm

2 stops20h 42m

$474

PensacolaSan Francisco

PNS - SFO

PNSSFO

Pensacola

Sat 7/19

4:29 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop8h 56m

San Francisco

Thu 7/24

4:31 pm-3:34 pm

2 stops21h 03m

$477

PensacolaSan Francisco

PNS - SFO

PNSSFO

Pensacola

Fri 7/25

2:26 pm-10:47 pm

1 stop10h 21m

$214

PensacolaSan Francisco

PNS - SFO

PNSSFO

Pensacola

Sat 6/28

4:29 pm-11:34 pm

1 stop9h 05m

$240

PensacolaSan Francisco

PNS - SFO

PNSSFO

Pensacola

Mon 7/7

7:28 pm-12:40 am

1 stop7h 12m

$244

PensacolaSan Francisco

PNS - SFO

PNSSFO

Pensacola

Mon 7/7

6:00 am-2:15 pm

1 stop10h 15m

$249

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Best time to book a flight from Pensacola to San Francisco

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Pensacola to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

Booking 74 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Pensacola to San Francisco. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Pensacola to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Pensacola to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $364). 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 PNS to SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Pensacola 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 12, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Pensacola to San Francisco is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 27% on airfare.

Weekly flight availability from Pensacola to San Francisco

Explore weekly flight availability from Pensacola 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 12, 2025.

The most flights from PNS to SFO are scheduled on a Monday (1 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

Rainfall in San Francisco by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Francisco by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

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 June 12, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from Pensacola 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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Frontier
6.0
Okay
3,295 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Pensacola 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 Pensacola to San Francisco?

    You will need to book a flight from Pensacola to San Francisco if you want to fly from Pensacola to San Francisco. At least 4 different airlines have flights from Pensacola (PNS) to San Francisco (SFO) on a regular basis. There is 1 flight to San Francisco from the Pensacola airport per day. If you manage to book one that is nonstop, then you can expect the flight time from PNS to SFO to be around 6h 55m.

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

    Flying on United Airlines is currently your cheapest option to San Francisco, with prices starting at $292. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Delta and American Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $297 and $302, respectively. These flights start at 33% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $214 on American Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Frontier from $240 and Delta from $244 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Pensacola to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Pensacola to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $364). 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 4 airlines flying from Pensacola to San Francisco

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Pensacola 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 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$137Average$279FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$294Average$532FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$296Average$439FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$296Average$496FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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