$69+ 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 6/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — SFO
Jun 27 — Jul 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 May 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 May 28, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/27. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/124:36 pm
SAN
- SFO
Nonstop1h 46m
Frontier
Thu 9/175:52 pm
SFO
- SAN
Nonstop1h 45m
Frontier
Deal found 5/27![Frontier logo]()
$114
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/27. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/247:35 pm
SAN
- SFO
Nonstop1h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 7/17:55 am
SFO
- SAN
Nonstop1h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/27![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$115
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/28. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/177:46 pm
SAN
- SFO
Nonstop1h 47m
Frontier
Fri 8/2110:06 pm
SFO
- SAN
Nonstop1h 43m
Frontier
Deal found 5/28![Frontier logo]()
$116
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/26. 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.
Fri 9/184:36 pm
SAN
- SFO
Nonstop1h 46m
Frontier
Mon 9/285:52 pm
SFO
- SAN
Nonstop1h 45m
Frontier
Deal found 5/26![Frontier logo]()
$117
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/23. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/57:46 pm
SAN
- SFO
Nonstop1h 47m
Frontier
Sun 8/910:23 pm
SFO
- SAN
Nonstop1h 36m
Frontier
Deal found 5/23![Frontier logo]()
$118
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/28. 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.
Fri 9/254:36 pm
SAN
- SFO
Nonstop1h 46m
Frontier
Mon 9/285:52 pm
SFO
- SAN
Nonstop1h 45m
Frontier
Deal found 5/28![Frontier logo]()
$119
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/23. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/114:36 pm
SAN
- SFO
Nonstop1h 46m
Frontier
Thu 9/175:52 pm
SFO
- SAN
Nonstop1h 45m
Frontier
Deal found 5/23![Frontier logo]()
$120
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/26. 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.
Sat 6/207:35 pm
SAN
- SFO
Nonstop1h 55m
Frontier
Wed 7/110:27 pm
SFO
- SAN
Nonstop1h 48m
Frontier
Deal found 5/26![Frontier logo]()
$121
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/23. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/17:46 pm
SAN
- SFO
Nonstop1h 52m
Frontier
Sat 8/810:23 pm
SFO
- SAN
Nonstop1h 36m
Frontier
Deal found 5/23![Frontier logo]()
$122
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/27. 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.
Wed 6/247:35 pm
SAN
- SFO
Nonstop1h 55m
Frontier
Sat 6/2710:27 pm
SFO
- SAN
Nonstop1h 48m
Frontier
Deal found 5/27![Frontier logo]()
$123
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/27. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/87:46 pm
SAN
- SFO
Nonstop1h 52m
Frontier
Fri 7/1010:23 pm
SFO
- SAN
Nonstop1h 41m
Frontier
Deal found 5/27![Frontier logo]()
$124
This Kissandfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/23. 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 Kissandfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/77:46 pm
SAN
- SFO
Nonstop1h 52m
Frontier
Tue 7/147:45 pm
SFO
- SAN
1 stop4h 09m
Frontier
Deal found 5/23![Frontier logo]()
$125
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 May 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 May 28, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/27. 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 7/226:50 pm
SAN
- SFO
1 stop4h 30m
Southwest
Sat 7/259:05 pm
SFO
- SAN
Nonstop1h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 5/27![Southwest logo]()
$147
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/25. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/97:58 pm
SAN
- SFO
1 stop3h 21m
Delta
Thu 7/168:05 pm
SFO
- SAN
1 stop3h 37m
Delta
Deal found 5/25![Delta logo]()
$157
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/23. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/186:20 am
SAN
- SFO
Nonstop1h 44m
United Airlines
Sun 6/2110:42 pm
SFO
- SAN
Nonstop1h 48m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/23![United Airlines logo]()
$197
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/23. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/99:46 am
SAN
- SFO
1 stop6h 26m
Delta
Mon 7/138:05 pm
SFO
- SAN
1 stop3h 37m
Delta
Deal found 5/23![Delta logo]()
$157
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/28. 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.
Thu 7/239:15 am
SAN
- SFO
2 stops6h 10m
Southwest
Mon 7/277:35 pm
SFO
- SAN
Nonstop1h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 5/28![Southwest logo]()
$172
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/24. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/242:40 pm
SAN
- SFO
2 stops7h 35m
Southwest
Wed 7/110:50 am
SFO
- SAN
Nonstop1h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 5/24![Southwest logo]()
$172
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/27. 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 7/911:01 am
SAN
- SFO
Nonstop1h 46m
United Airlines
Mon 7/137:00 pm
SFO
- SAN
Nonstop1h 53m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/27![United Airlines logo]()
$208
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/27. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/85:01 pm
SAN
- SFO
1 stop4h 58m
Delta
Fri 7/105:07 pm
SFO
- SAN
1 stop6h 42m
Delta
Deal found 5/27![Delta logo]()
$212
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/27. 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.
Fri 8/77:41 pm
SAN
- SFO
Nonstop1h 47m
United Airlines
Sun 8/96:38 am
SFO
- SAN
Nonstop1h 44m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/27![United Airlines logo]()
$217
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/28. 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.
Thu 7/94:25 pm
SAN
- SFO
2 stops6h 00m
Southwest
Sat 7/115:55 pm
SFO
- SAN
1 stop5h 00m
Southwest
Deal found 5/28![Southwest logo]()
$202
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/24. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/161:39 pm
SAN
- SFO
Nonstop1h 40m
United Airlines
Sat 6/204:47 pm
SFO
- SAN
Nonstop1h 52m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/24![United Airlines logo]()
$227
Last-minute flights from San Diego to San FranciscoDiscover last-minute flight deals from San Diego to San Francisco. Data last updated May 28, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from San Diego to San Francisco. Data last updated May 28, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/27. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/167:35 pm
SAN
- SFO
Nonstop1h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 6/187:55 am
SFO
- SAN
Nonstop1h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/27![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$122
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/26. 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.
Tue 6/167:35 pm
SAN
- SFO
Nonstop1h 55m
Frontier
Sun 6/2810:27 pm
SFO
- SAN
Nonstop1h 48m
Frontier
Deal found 5/26![Frontier logo]()
$126
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/26. 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.
Tue 6/168:04 am
SAN
- SFO
Nonstop1h 48m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 6/1610:27 pm
SFO
- SAN
Nonstop1h 48m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/26![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$129
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/27. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/1711:04 am
SAN
- SFO
Nonstop1h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 6/2210:27 pm
SFO
- SAN
Nonstop1h 48m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/27![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$130
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/24. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/187:35 pm
SAN
- SFO
Nonstop1h 55m
Frontier
Fri 6/1910:27 pm
SFO
- SAN
Nonstop1h 48m
Frontier
Deal found 5/24![Frontier logo]()
$128
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/26. 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.
Sat 6/207:35 pm
SAN
- SFO
Nonstop1h 55m
Frontier
Thu 6/2510:27 pm
SFO
- SAN
Nonstop1h 48m
Frontier
Deal found 5/26![Frontier logo]()
$119
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/26. 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.
Sat 6/207:35 pm
SAN
- SFO
Nonstop1h 55m
Frontier
Wed 7/110:27 pm
SFO
- SAN
Nonstop1h 48m
Frontier
Deal found 5/26![Frontier logo]()
$121
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/27. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/247:35 pm
SAN
- SFO
Nonstop1h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 7/17:55 am
SFO
- SAN
Nonstop1h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/27![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$115
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/27. 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.
Wed 6/247:35 pm
SAN
- SFO
Nonstop1h 55m
Frontier
Sat 6/2710:27 pm
SFO
- SAN
Nonstop1h 48m
Frontier
Deal found 5/27![Frontier logo]()
$123
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/26. 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.
Wed 6/247:35 pm
SAN
- SFO
Nonstop1h 55m
Frontier
Wed 7/110:27 pm
SFO
- SAN
Nonstop1h 48m
Frontier
Deal found 5/26![Frontier logo]()
$127
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 May 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 May 28, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/28. 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.
Wed 6/2412:00 pm
SAN
- SFO
Nonstop1h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 5/28![Southwest logo]()
$69
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/25. 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.
Wed 7/87:46 pm
SAN
- SFO
Nonstop1h 52m
Frontier
Deal found 5/25![Frontier logo]()
$71
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/26. 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.
Fri 8/217:31 pm
SAN
- SFO
Nonstop1h 50m
Frontier
Deal found 5/26![Frontier logo]()
$72
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/26. 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.
Sun 7/197:46 pm
SAN
- SFO
Nonstop1h 52m
Frontier
Deal found 5/26![Frontier logo]()
$73
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/28. 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.
Fri 6/197:35 pm
SAN
- SFO
Nonstop1h 55m
Frontier
Deal found 5/28![Frontier logo]()
$74
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/26. 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.
Fri 7/107:46 pm
SAN
- SFO
Nonstop1h 52m
Frontier
Deal found 5/26![Frontier logo]()
$75
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/26. 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.
Thu 6/257:35 pm
SAN
- SFO
Nonstop1h 55m
Frontier
Deal found 5/26![Frontier logo]()
$77
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/28. 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.
Thu 8/67:46 pm
SAN
- SFO
Nonstop1h 47m
Frontier
Deal found 5/28![Frontier logo]()
$78
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/27. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/186:15 am
SAN
- SFO
1 stop4h 27m
Delta
Deal found 5/27![Delta logo]()
$79
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/28. 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.
Wed 8/512:20 pm
SAN
- SFO
2 stops6h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 5/28![Southwest logo]()
$84
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/24. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/276:20 am
SAN
- SFO
1 stop4h 25m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/24![United Airlines logo]()
$88
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/28. 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.
Thu 6/186:20 am
SAN
- SFO
Nonstop1h 44m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/28![United Airlines logo]()
$89
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 May 28, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $114 (Kiwi.com) |
One-way from | $69 (Southwest) |
Popular in | March |
Cheapest in | October |
Average price | $187 |
Good round-trip deal | $213 or less |
Good one-way deal | $129 or less |
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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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated May 28, 2026.
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Route
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Cheapest round-trip
San DiegoSan Francisco
SAN - SFO
SANSFO
San Diego
Wed 7/22
6:50 pm-11:20 pm
1 stop4h 30m
San Francisco
Sat 7/25
9:05 pm-10:50 pm
Nonstop1h 45m
$147
San DiegoSan Francisco
SAN - SFO
SANSFO
San Diego
Thu 7/9
7:58 pm-11:19 pm
1 stop3h 21m
San Francisco
Thu 7/16
8:05 pm-11:42 pm
1 stop3h 37m
$157
San DiegoSan Francisco
SAN - SFO
SANSFO
San Diego
Thu 7/9
9:46 am-4:12 pm
1 stop6h 26m
San Francisco
Mon 7/13
8:05 pm-11:42 pm
1 stop3h 37m
$157
San DiegoSan Francisco
SAN - SFO
SANSFO
San Diego
Thu 7/23
9:15 am-3:25 pm
2 stops6h 10m
San Francisco
Mon 7/27
7:35 pm-9:15 pm
Nonstop1h 40m
$172
San DiegoSan Francisco
SAN - SFO
SANSFO
San Diego
Wed 6/24
2:40 pm-10:15 pm
2 stops7h 35m
San Francisco
Wed 7/1
10:50 am-12:35 pm
Nonstop1h 45m
$172
San DiegoSan Francisco
SAN - SFO
SANSFO
San Diego
Thu 6/18
6:20 am-8:04 am
Nonstop1h 44m
San Francisco
Sun 6/21
10:42 pm-12:30 am
Nonstop1h 48m
$197
San DiegoSan Francisco
SAN - SFO
SANSFO
San Diego
Thu 7/9
4:25 pm-10:25 pm
2 stops6h 00m
San Francisco
Sat 7/11
5:55 pm-10:55 pm
1 stop5h 00m
$202
San DiegoSan Francisco
SAN - SFO
SANSFO
San Diego
Thu 7/9
11:01 am-12:47 pm
Nonstop1h 46m
San Francisco
Mon 7/13
7:00 pm-8:53 pm
Nonstop1h 53m
$208
San DiegoSan Francisco
SAN - SFO
SANSFO
San Diego
Wed 7/8
5:01 pm-9:59 pm
1 stop4h 58m
San Francisco
Fri 7/10
5:07 pm-11:49 pm
1 stop6h 42m
$212
Quickest round-trip
San DiegoSan Francisco
SAN - SFO
SANSFO
San Diego
Fri 8/7
7:41 pm-9:28 pm
Nonstop1h 47m
San Francisco
Sun 8/9
6:38 am-8:22 am
Nonstop1h 44m
$217
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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 May.
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| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars |
- 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.
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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 89 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 $134). Flying from San Diego to San Francisco in March is currently the most expensive (average of $257). 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 May 28, 2026.
It’s typically best to fly out from San Diego to San Francisco in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 40% 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 May 23, 2026.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Diego to San Francisco flight should consider departing on Friday afternoons 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 23% of weekly flights between San Diego and San Francisco have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 124 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 Thursday 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 17% 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 May 28, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines,Southwest, andHawaiian 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
7.0
Overall
7.9
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Food
7.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreArt,Dec 2025
SAN - OGG
Entertainment
7.0
Overall
7.9
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Food
7.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreArt,Dec 2025
SAN - OGG
Entertainment
7.0
Overall
7.9
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Food
7.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreArt,Dec 2025
SAN - OGG
Entertainment
7.0
Overall
7.9
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Food
7.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreArt,Dec 2025
SAN - OGG
Entertainment
7.0
Overall
7.9
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Food
7.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreArt,Dec 2025
SAN - OGG
Entertainment
7.0
Overall
7.9
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Food
7.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreArt,Dec 2025
SAN - OGG
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$29 | Average$77 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time65% | |
| Cheapest$38 | Average$135 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time85% | |
| Cheapest$48 | Average$111 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$77 | Average$196 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$78 | Average$200 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$97 | Average$206 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$116 | Average$195 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$217 | Average$362 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% |