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$78+ Cheap flights from Salt Lake City to San Francisco (SLC - SFO)

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SLC — SFO
Jun 23 — Jun 301
Mon 6/23
Mon 6/30
1 adult, Economy
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$117
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One-way from

$78
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Good one-way deal

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Tue 7/152:13 pmSLC - SFO
Nonstop2h 18mFrontier
Tue 7/224:31 pmSFO - SLC
Nonstop1h 53mFrontier
Deal found 6/18$117
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/58:10 amSLC - SFO
Nonstop2h 07mDelta
Tue 8/51:17 pmSFO - SLC
Nonstop1h 50mDelta
Deal found 6/15$154
This Trip.com 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/157:50 pmSLC - SFO
1 stop4h 49mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/224:31 pmSFO - SLC
Nonstop1h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/15$173
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Tue 7/157:04 pmSLC - SFO
1 stop5h 38mAmerican Airlines
Tue 7/223:11 pmSFO - SLC
1 stop5h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/15$187
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Tue 8/56:25 pmSLC - SFO
1 stop4h 00mSouthwest
Thu 8/75:30 amSFO - SLC
1 stop6h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 6/15$195
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Tue 7/157:50 pmSLC - SFO
1 stop4h 49mAlaska Airlines
Tue 7/227:20 amSFO - SLC
1 stop10h 53mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/17$198
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Tue 7/157:00 amSLC - SFO
1 stop6h 05mUnited Airlines
Thu 7/174:35 pmSFO - SLC
Nonstop1h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/16$218
This Hawaiian 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/247:12 pmSLC - SFO
1 stop5h 46mHawaiian Airlines
Mon 7/287:00 amSFO - SLC
1 stop5h 02mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 6/16$236

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Salt Lake CitySan Francisco

SLC - SFO

SLCSFO

Salt Lake City

Tue 7/15

2:13 pm-3:31 pm

Nonstop2h 18m

San Francisco

Tue 7/22

4:31 pm-7:24 pm

Nonstop1h 53m

$117

Salt Lake CitySan Francisco

SLC - SFO

SLCSFO

Salt Lake City

Tue 8/5

8:10 am-9:17 am

Nonstop2h 07m

San Francisco

Tue 8/5

1:17 pm-4:07 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

$154

Salt Lake CitySan Francisco

SLC - SFO

SLCSFO

Salt Lake City

Tue 7/15

7:50 pm-11:39 pm

1 stop4h 49m

San Francisco

Tue 7/22

4:31 pm-7:24 pm

Nonstop1h 53m

$173

Salt Lake CitySan Francisco

SLC - SFO

SLCSFO

Salt Lake City

Tue 7/15

7:04 pm-11:42 pm

1 stop5h 38m

San Francisco

Tue 7/22

3:11 pm-9:37 pm

1 stop5h 26m

$187

Salt Lake CitySan Francisco

SLC - SFO

SLCSFO

Salt Lake City

Tue 8/5

6:25 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop4h 00m

San Francisco

Thu 8/7

5:30 am-12:40 pm

1 stop6h 10m

$195

Salt Lake CitySan Francisco

SLC - SFO

SLCSFO

Salt Lake City

Tue 7/15

7:00 am-12:05 pm

1 stop6h 05m

San Francisco

Tue 7/22

6:25 pm-9:17 pm

Nonstop1h 52m

$198

Salt Lake CitySan Francisco

SLC - SFO

SLCSFO

Salt Lake City

Wed 9/10

1:35 pm-7:19 pm

1 stop6h 44m

San Francisco

Sat 9/20

6:00 am-2:35 pm

1 stop7h 35m

$199

Salt Lake CitySan Francisco

SLC - SFO

SLCSFO

Salt Lake City

Thu 7/24

7:12 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop5h 46m

San Francisco

Mon 7/28

7:00 am-1:02 pm

1 stop5h 02m

$236

Salt Lake CitySan Francisco

SLC - SFO

SLCSFO

Salt Lake City

Tue 7/1

2:13 pm-3:31 pm

Nonstop2h 18m

$78

Salt Lake CitySan Francisco

SLC - SFO

SLCSFO

Salt Lake City

Tue 8/5

7:55 am-2:40 pm

1 stop7h 45m

$90

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The best insider tips for Salt Lake City to San Francisco flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Salt Lake City to San Francisco trip
Airlines
Frontier

Frontier's UpFront Plus seats guarantee an empty middle seat for more comfort.


Early check-in can help secure your place on overbooked flights.

Read more about Frontierby Marisa Garcia
United Airlines

Basic Economy allows a personal item only, no carry-on bags unless exceptions apply.


Economy Plus offers extra legroom seats at the front of the economy cabin.

Read more about United Airlinesby Harriet Baskas
Airports
SLC

For a quick departure, use the expanded security checkpoint after check-in. The Plaza offers dining options immediately after security.

Read more about SLCby Ramsey Qubein
SFO

Use BART for a cost-effective trip from SFO to downtown San Francisco. It takes about 40 minutes from the airport.

Read more about SFOby Harriet Baskas
Our travel experts
Marisa Garcia

Marisa Garcia

Expert on Frontier

Marisa Garcia

Marisa Garcia

Marisa knows planes inside and out, spending 16 years working on aircraft in hangars at airports around the world. She is an aviation industry expert, specialized in airline interiors and regulations. Ten years ago, she pivoted to journalism. She shares her insights in leading aviation, travel, and business publications and on her site FlightChic.

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Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on United Airlines and 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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Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on SLC

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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Best time to book a flight from Salt Lake City to San Francisco

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Francisco from Salt Lake City with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Salt Lake City to San Francisco

How far ahead should I book a flight from Salt Lake City to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Salt Lake City to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on June 13, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Salt Lake City to San Francisco, you should look to book at least 50 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Salt Lake City to San Francisco?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salt Lake City to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Salt Lake City to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $362). 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 SLC to SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Salt Lake City 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 18, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Salt Lake City to San Francisco is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 71% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Salt Lake City to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Salt Lake City to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on June 15, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Salt Lake City to San Francisco flight should consider departing on Friday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Salt Lake City to San Francisco

Explore weekly flight availability from Salt Lake City 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 18, 2025.

The most flights from SLC to SFO are scheduled on a Wednesday (45 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (31 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 18, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Salt Lake City to San Francisco have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,280 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,964 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,507 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,810 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Salt Lake City 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 Salt Lake City to San Francisco?

    If you book a flight from Salt Lake City to San Francisco, you will be flying from Salt Lake City to San Francisco. Flights to San Francisco (SFO) from Salt Lake City (SLC) take 2h 03m for a nonstop flight. There are 39 flights from Salt Lake City to San Francisco per day from 6 airlines.

  • How popular is this Salt Lake City to San Francisco flight route?

    Flights from Salt Lake City to San Francisco have been viewed 83 times in the past calendar month.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Salt Lake City to San Francisco round-trip?

    Flying on Frontier is currently your cheapest option to San Francisco, with prices starting at $117. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Delta and American Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $154 and $187, respectively. These flights start at 21% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Salt Lake City to San Francisco one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $78. However, be on the lookout for offers from Southwest and American Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Salt Lake City to San Francisco for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Salt Lake City to San Francisco?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Salt Lake City to San Francisco are Frontier (94%), Aeromexico (90%) and KLM (88%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Salt Lake City to San Francisco?

    The cheapest flight price from Salt Lake City to San Francisco is $69. On average you can expect to pay $1,352. The most popular route, (Salt Lake City - San Francisco), can usually be booked for $137.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Salt Lake City to San Francisco?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Salt Lake City to San Francisco?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Salt Lake City 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 Salt Lake City to San Francisco?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salt Lake City to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Salt Lake City to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $362). 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 Salt Lake City to San Francisco

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Salt Lake City 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 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$37Average$98FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$45Average$128FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$88Average$216FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$117Average$195FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$125Average$269FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$246Average$328FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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