$48+ Cheap flights from San Diego to San Francisco (SAN - 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 10/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — SFO
Sep 27 — Oct 41
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to San FranciscoExplore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 28, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 28, 2026.
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/2810:28 am -
Nonstop1h 57m
Sun 10/1111:22 am -
Nonstop1h 54m
Deal found 8/27![Frontier logo]()
$71
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/24. 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.
Tue 9/810:00 am -
Nonstop1h 52m
Wed 9/164:31 pm -
Nonstop1h 48m
Deal found 8/24![Frontier logo]()
$72
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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 9/249:30 pm -
Nonstop1h 42m
Mon 9/284:31 pm -
Nonstop1h 48m
Deal found 8/27![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$73
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/26. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/121:38 pm -
Nonstop1h 55m
Tue 9/154:31 pm -
Nonstop1h 48m
Deal found 8/26![Frontier logo]()
$74
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/24. 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.
Wed 9/210:00 am -
Nonstop1h 52m
Thu 9/174:31 pm -
Nonstop1h 48m
Deal found 8/24![Frontier logo]()
$75
This deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/24. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/2010:27 am -
Nonstop1h 50m
Thu 11/54:57 pm -
Nonstop1h 41m
Deal found 8/24![Frontier logo]()
$76
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/244:54 pm -
1 stop7h 20m
Tue 9/294:31 pm -
Nonstop1h 48m
Deal found 8/27![Frontier logo]()
$77
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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.
Sat 9/191:38 pm -
Nonstop1h 55m
Mon 9/214:34 pm -
1 stop23h 25m
Deal found 8/27![Frontier logo]()
$78
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/26. 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.
Sat 10/1010:27 am -
Nonstop1h 50m
Sat 10/104:17 pm -
Nonstop1h 49m
Deal found 8/26![Frontier logo]()
$79
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/264:54 pm -
1 stop7h 20m
Sat 10/34:21 pm -
Nonstop1h 48m
Deal found 8/27![Frontier logo]()
$81
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/26. 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.
Sat 10/104:53 pm -
1 stop7h 22m
Sat 10/1711:22 am -
Nonstop1h 54m
Deal found 8/26![Frontier logo]()
$82
Best flights from San Diego to San FranciscoDiscover carefully curated flight deals from San Diego to San Francisco that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated August 28, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from San Diego to San Francisco that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated August 28, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/26. 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 9/248:10 pm -
Nonstop1h 35m
Fri 9/256:45 am -
Nonstop1h 30m
Deal found 8/26![Southwest logo]()
$107
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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.
Fri 9/257:53 pm -
1 stop3h 47m
Fri 10/27:19 pm -
1 stop4h 33m
Deal found 8/28![Delta logo]()
$157
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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 11/267:30 am -
Nonstop1h 50m
Mon 11/306:00 am -
1 stop5h 31m
Deal found 8/27![United Airlines logo]()
$172
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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.
Wed 10/283:15 pm -
1 stop6h 25m
Sat 10/315:10 am -
2 stops7h 20m
Deal found 8/27![Southwest logo]()
$122
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/26. 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.
Fri 9/187:15 pm -
1 stop4h 15m
Sun 9/208:10 am -
Nonstop1h 35m
Deal found 8/26![Southwest logo]()
$127
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/23. 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.
Sun 9/208:00 am -
Nonstop1h 35m
Sun 9/279:20 pm -
Nonstop1h 45m
Deal found 8/23![Southwest logo]()
$137
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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.
Sat 10/101:24 pm -
Nonstop1h 46m
Mon 10/126:55 pm -
Nonstop1h 50m
Deal found 8/28![United Airlines logo]()
$188
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/25. 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.
Sat 10/1710:45 am -
2 stops7h 00m
Tue 10/203:50 pm -
2 stops6h 15m
Deal found 8/25![Southwest logo]()
$147
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/25. 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 9/178:00 am -
2 stops5h 30m
Mon 9/2111:30 am -
2 stops8h 30m
Deal found 8/25![Southwest logo]()
$147
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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.
Tue 10/276:40 am -
2 stops7h 15m
Fri 10/305:05 am -
2 stops7h 00m
Deal found 8/28![Southwest logo]()
$157
Last-minute flights from San Diego to San FranciscoDiscover last-minute flight deals from San Diego to San Francisco. Data last updated August 28, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from San Diego to San Francisco. Data last updated August 28, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/24. 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.
Wed 9/210:00 am -
Nonstop1h 52m
Thu 9/174:31 pm -
Nonstop1h 48m
Deal found 8/24![Frontier logo]()
$75
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/26. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/210:00 am -
Nonstop1h 52m
Wed 9/94:31 pm -
Nonstop1h 48m
Deal found 8/26![Frontier logo]()
$79
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/24. 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.
Tue 9/810:00 am -
Nonstop1h 52m
Wed 9/164:31 pm -
Nonstop1h 48m
Deal found 8/24![Frontier logo]()
$72
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/26. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/121:38 pm -
Nonstop1h 55m
Tue 9/154:31 pm -
Nonstop1h 48m
Deal found 8/26![Frontier logo]()
$74
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/23. 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 9/1710:28 am -
Nonstop1h 57m
Thu 9/174:31 pm -
Nonstop1h 48m
Deal found 8/23![Frontier logo]()
$76
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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.
Sat 9/191:38 pm -
Nonstop1h 55m
Mon 9/214:34 pm -
1 stop23h 25m
Deal found 8/27![Frontier logo]()
$78
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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 9/249:30 pm -
Nonstop1h 42m
Mon 9/284:31 pm -
Nonstop1h 48m
Deal found 8/27![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$73
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/244:54 pm -
1 stop7h 20m
Sat 9/264:31 pm -
Nonstop1h 48m
Deal found 8/27![Frontier logo]()
$77
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/25. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/244:54 pm -
1 stop7h 20m
Thu 10/14:31 pm -
Nonstop1h 48m
Deal found 8/25![Frontier logo]()
$82
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/264:54 pm -
1 stop7h 20m
Sat 10/34:21 pm -
Nonstop1h 48m
Deal found 8/27![Frontier logo]()
$81
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/2810:28 am -
Nonstop1h 57m
Sun 10/1111:22 am -
Nonstop1h 54m
Deal found 8/27![Frontier logo]()
$71
One-way flights from San Diego to San FranciscoSearch for one-way flight options from San Diego to San Francisco. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated August 28, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from San Diego to San Francisco. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated August 28, 2026.
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/83:14 pm -
Nonstop1h 49m
Deal found 8/28![Frontier logo]()
$48
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/26. 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 9/247:50 am -
Nonstop1h 35m
Deal found 8/26![Southwest logo]()
$49
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/25. 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.
Mon 9/1410:28 am -
Nonstop1h 57m
Deal found 8/25![Frontier logo]()
$50
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/26. 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.
Wed 9/210:00 am -
Nonstop1h 52m
Deal found 8/26![Frontier logo]()
$52
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/310:00 am -
Nonstop1h 52m
Deal found 8/27![Frontier logo]()
$54
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/91:38 pm -
Nonstop1h 55m
Deal found 8/28![Frontier logo]()
$55
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/1010:28 am -
Nonstop1h 57m
Deal found 8/28![Frontier logo]()
$56
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/26. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/244:54 pm -
1 stop7h 20m
Deal found 8/26![Frontier logo]()
$58
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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.
Tue 9/224:54 pm -
1 stop7h 20m
Deal found 8/28![Frontier logo]()
$60
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/25. 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.
Thu 10/14:54 pm -
1 stop7h 20m
Deal found 8/25![Frontier logo]()
$62
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/26. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/2411:45 am -
Nonstop1h 55m
Deal found 8/26![Frontier logo]()
$63
Find flight deals from San Diego to San Francisco
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) 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 August 28, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $71 (CheapOair) |
One-way from | $48 (Super.com) |
Popular in | March |
Cheapest in | October |
Average price | $173 |
Good round-trip deal | $167 or less |
Good one-way deal | $113 or less |
Cheapflights Fare Finder
Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego 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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated August 28, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to San Francisco that are best for you.
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Fly to
Route
Depart
Return
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Quickest round-trip
San DiegoSan Francisco
SAN San Diego - SFO San Francisco
SANSFO
San Diego
Thu 9/24
8:10 pm-9:45 pm
Nonstop1h 35m
San Francisco
Fri 9/25
6:45 am-8:15 am
Nonstop1h 30m
$107
San DiegoSan Francisco
SAN San Diego - SFO San Francisco
SANSFO
San Diego
Wed 10/28
3:15 pm-9:40 pm
1 stop6h 25m
San Francisco
Sat 10/31
5:10 am-12:30 pm
2 stops7h 20m
$122
San DiegoSan Francisco
SAN San Diego - SFO San Francisco
SANSFO
San Diego
Fri 9/18
7:15 pm-11:30 pm
1 stop4h 15m
San Francisco
Sun 9/20
8:10 am-9:45 am
Nonstop1h 35m
$127
San DiegoSan Francisco
SAN San Diego - SFO San Francisco
SANSFO
San Diego
Sun 9/20
8:00 am-9:35 am
Nonstop1h 35m
San Francisco
Sun 9/27
9:20 pm-11:05 pm
Nonstop1h 45m
$137
San DiegoSan Francisco
SAN San Diego - SFO San Francisco
SANSFO
San Diego
Sat 10/17
10:45 am-5:45 pm
2 stops7h 00m
San Francisco
Tue 10/20
3:50 pm-10:05 pm
2 stops6h 15m
$147
San DiegoSan Francisco
SAN San Diego - SFO San Francisco
SANSFO
San Diego
Thu 9/17
8:00 am-1:30 pm
2 stops5h 30m
San Francisco
Mon 9/21
11:30 am-8:00 pm
2 stops8h 30m
$147
San DiegoSan Francisco
SAN San Diego - SFO San Francisco
SANSFO
San Diego
Fri 9/25
7:53 pm-11:40 pm
1 stop3h 47m
San Francisco
Fri 10/2
7:19 pm-11:52 pm
1 stop4h 33m
$157
San DiegoSan Francisco
SAN San Diego - SFO San Francisco
SANSFO
San Diego
Tue 10/27
6:40 am-1:55 pm
2 stops7h 15m
San Francisco
Fri 10/30
5:05 am-12:05 pm
2 stops7h 00m
$157
San DiegoSan Francisco
SAN San Diego - SFO San Francisco
SANSFO
San Diego
Thu 11/26
7:30 am-9:20 am
Nonstop1h 50m
San Francisco
Mon 11/30
6:00 am-11:31 am
1 stop5h 31m
$172
San DiegoSan Francisco
SAN San Diego - SFO San Francisco
SANSFO
San Diego
Sat 10/10
1:24 pm-3:10 pm
Nonstop1h 46m
San Francisco
Mon 10/12
6:55 pm-8:45 pm
Nonstop1h 50m
$188
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Compare providers for flights from San Diego to San Francisco
Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Diego to San Francisco in August.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*1 star |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-San Francisco flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Diego-San Francisco flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Diego-San Francisco flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-San Francisco flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San Diego-San Francisco flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
Best time to book a flight from San Diego to San Francisco
Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Francisco from San Diego with our price prediction graph.
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How far ahead should I book a flight from San Diego to San Francisco?
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Diego to San Francisco, you should look to book at least 58 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 San Diego to San Francisco?
Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to San Francisco (average of $137). Flying from San Diego to San Francisco in March is currently the most expensive (average of $255). 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 SAN to SFO?
Find hourly flight availability from San Diego 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 August 28, 2026.
It’s typically best to fly out from San Diego to San Francisco at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 39% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.
What is the cheapest day to fly from San Diego to San Francisco?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Diego to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on August 22, 2026.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Diego to San Francisco flight should consider departing on Saturday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
How often are flights from San Diego to San Francisco delayed?
About 30% of weekly flights between San Diego and San Francisco have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 128 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for San Diego to San Francisco flights?
Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Friday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on San Diego to San Francisco flights?
Over the last year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 23% of flights being delayed.
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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 August 28, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest,Alaska Airlines, andUnited Airlines from San Diego to San Francisco by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentWalter,Aug 2025
OAK - SAN
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentWalter,Aug 2025
OAK - SAN
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentWalter,Aug 2025
OAK - SAN
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentWalter,Aug 2025
OAK - SAN
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentWalter,Aug 2025
OAK - SAN
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentWalter,Aug 2025
OAK - SAN
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$54 | Average$129 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$58 | Average$157 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time85% | |
| Cheapest$77 | Average$212 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$97 | Average$209 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$102 | Average$221 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$116 | Average$191 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$217 | Average$384 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% |