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$79+ Cheap flights from Salt Lake City to San Francisco (SLC - 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 7/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SLC — SFO
Jul 7 — Jul 141
Mon 7/7
Mon 7/14
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Salt Lake City to San Francisco are usually found in October or January, booked 50 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Saturday

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Round-trip from

$104
(Frontier)

One-way from

$79
(Frontier)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$166

Good round-trip deal

$255 or less

Good one-way deal

$133 or less
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Thu 7/102:13 pmSLC - SFO
Nonstop2h 18mFrontier
Sun 7/134:46 pmSFO - SLC
Nonstop1h 53mFrontier
Deal found 6/30$104

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Salt Lake City

Mon 7/14

5:03 pm-9:21 pm

1 stop5h 18m

San Francisco

Thu 7/17

4:31 pm-7:24 pm

Nonstop1h 53m

$106

Salt Lake CitySan Francisco

SLC - SFO

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Salt Lake City

Thu 7/31

2:13 pm-3:31 pm

Nonstop2h 18m

$79

Salt Lake CitySan Francisco

SLC - SFO

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Salt Lake City

Tue 8/5

12:25 pm-3:55 pm

1 stop4h 30m

$90

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SLC - SFO

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Salt Lake City

Wed 8/6

8:10 am-9:17 am

Nonstop2h 07m

$99

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SLC - SFO

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Salt Lake City

Tue 8/26

10:38 am-9:32 pm

2 stops11h 54m

$101

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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

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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 27, 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 $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 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 July 2, 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 75% 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 29, 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 July 2, 2025.

The most flights from SLC to SFO are scheduled on a Wednesday (41 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (30 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 2, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta from Salt Lake City to San Francisco to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

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

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

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
4,272 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

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
7,983 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Frontier
5.9
Fair
3,290 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

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 35 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 78 times in the past calendar month.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Salt Lake City to San Francisco round-trip?

    Flying on Frontier is currently your cheapest option to San Francisco, with prices starting at $104. This flight start at 30% 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 $79. However, be on the lookout for offers from Delta and Alaska 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 $89. On average you can expect to pay $1,516. The most popular route, (Salt Lake City - San Francisco), can usually be booked for $116.

  • 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 $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.

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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 July 2, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$37Average$97FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$88Average$216FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$117Average$195FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$124Average$142FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$124Average$268FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$198Average$328FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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