Cheap flights from San Diego to San Francisco (SAN - SFO) from $26

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 6/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
SAN — SFO
May 2 — May 91

The best prices from San Diego to San Francisco are usually found in September or August, booked 77 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Saturday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap 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 April 27, 2024.

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Round-trip from

$268

One-way from

$65
High demand for flights, 11% potential price rise
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From San Diego to San Francisco
One-way flight from San Diego to San Francisco

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from San Diego to San Francisco?

Flights from San Diego to San Francisco are found to be more expensive on Saturday. This shouldn't discourage you from searching as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to San Francisco.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Diego to San Francisco?

To save on the cost of your flight from San Diego to San Francisco, book at least 40 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 153% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from $273 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as $425.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Diego to San Francisco?

September can be a great time to fly to San Francisco from San Diego with a flight ticket averaging about $204. Cheapflights users have found deals in the month of September for as cheap as $83. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of March.

When is the cheapest time to fly from San Diego to San Francisco (SAN - SFO)?

It’s typically best to fly out from San Diego to San Francisco in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 14% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

Cheap United Airlines flights from San Diego to San Francisco

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by United Airlines for the route between San Diego and San Francisco. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,068,117 searches. Data last updated April 27, 2024.
Find some of the cheapest United Airlines flights traveling from San Diego to San Francisco. Deals update often to give you more flight options matching your criteria
Sat 5/257:20 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 38mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/266:00 amSFO - SAN
1 stop4h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/26$210
Sat 5/257:20 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 38mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/264:30 pmSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/26$229
Sun 5/126:15 amSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 43mUnited Airlines
Fri 5/3110:15 pmSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/26$236
Sun 5/56:15 amSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 43mUnited Airlines
Fri 5/106:30 amSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/26$310
Mon 5/68:47 pmSAN - SFO
1 stop3h 30mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/77:53 pmSFO - SAN
1 stop3h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/26$338
Sun 5/56:15 amSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 43mUnited Airlines
Fri 5/102:15 pmSFO - SAN
1 stop3h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/26$355
Fri 5/310:25 amSAN - SFO
1 stop4h 57mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/56:00 amSFO - SAN
1 stop3h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/26$358
Tue 5/76:20 amSAN - SFO
1 stop5h 28mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/78:35 pmSFO - SAN
2 stops13h 02mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/26$436
Fri 5/36:20 amSAN - SFO
1 stop5h 28mUnited Airlines
Sat 5/412:57 pmSFO - SAN
2 stops10h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/26$456
  • If you’re traveling from San Diego to San Francisco, one of the more common airlines traveling that route is United Airlines. Flights from United Airlines traveling this route typically cost $320.53 RT. This price is typically 66% more expensive than other airlines that offer San Diego to San Francisco flights. When booking this route, the cheapest RT price found was $210. The most popular departure airport in San Diego when flying to San Francisco is San Diego Airport. The most popular airport to fly into when visiting San Francisco is San Francisco Airport. When flying from San Diego to San Francisco, United Airlines flights are 11% more popular than any other airline flying that same route.

Cheap Alaska Airlines flights from San Diego to San Francisco

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Alaska Airlines for the route between San Diego and San Francisco. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,068,117 searches. Data last updated April 27, 2024.
Browse through some of the cheapest Alaska Airlines flights traveling from San Diego to San Francisco. Ensure the flight price, dates, time, and airline match your criteria before you book.
Sat 8/36:20 amSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 40mAlaska Airlines
Sat 8/33:55 pmSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 37mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/26$199
Fri 5/178:40 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 34mAlaska Airlines
Sun 5/196:00 amSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 40mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/26$217
Tue 5/78:20 amSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 42mAlaska Airlines
Tue 5/71:25 pmSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 34mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/26$233
Sun 5/56:20 amSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 42mAlaska Airlines
Fri 5/106:00 amSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 34mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/26$249
Mon 5/612:45 pmSAN - SFO
1 stop5h 41mAlaska Airlines
Wed 5/86:00 amSFO - SAN
2 stops10h 01mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/26$566
Fri 5/312:45 pmSAN - SFO
1 stop5h 41mAlaska Airlines
Sat 5/46:00 amSFO - SAN
2 stops10h 01mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/26$576
Fri 5/312:45 pmSAN - SFO
1 stop5h 41mAlaska Airlines
Mon 5/66:00 amSFO - SAN
2 stops5h 43mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/26$597
  • Alaska Airlines is one of the most popular airlines used for those traveling from San Diego to San Francisco. Flights on this route from Alaska Airlines typically cost $237.80 RT, a price that is 84% cheaper than the average San Diego to San Francisco flight. The cheapest flight found was $89 RT. San Diego Airport is the most common San Diego airport to take off from when flying to San Francisco. San Francisco Airport is the most popular arrival airport in San Francisco. When flying from San Diego to San Francisco, Alaska Airlines flights are 10% more popular than any other airline flying that same route.

Cheap San Diego to San Francisco flights in April & May 2024

Find cheap flight options from San Diego to San Francisco specifically for the months of April and May 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,068,117 searches. Prices were last updated on April 27, 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from San Diego to San Francisco in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Wed 5/84:23 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 36mFrontier
Tue 5/147:42 pmSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 33mFrontier
Deal found 4/25$48
Tue 5/75:16 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 36mFrontier
Tue 5/147:42 pmSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 33mFrontier
Deal found 4/25$49
Thu 5/305:58 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 36mFrontier
Wed 6/1212:27 pmSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 35mFrontier
Deal found 4/26$50
Tue 5/212:02 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 36mFrontier
Wed 5/223:40 pmSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 35mFrontier
Deal found 4/26$56
Sat 5/44:05 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 36mFrontier
Wed 5/86:59 pmSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 33mFrontier
Deal found 4/26$58
Fri 5/172:07 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 36mFrontier
Mon 5/204:56 pmSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 35mFrontier
Deal found 4/26$61
Fri 5/104:23 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 36mFrontier
Tue 5/147:42 pmSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 33mFrontier
Deal found 4/25$63
Wed 5/84:23 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 36mFrontier
Thu 5/97:05 pmSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 33mFrontier
Deal found 4/26$64
Sat 5/183:52 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 35mFrontier
Tue 5/214:28 pmSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 35mFrontier
Deal found 4/25$68

San Diego to San Francisco 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between San Diego and San Francisco in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,068,117 searches. Data last updated April 27, 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from San Diego to San Francisco in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Wed 5/84:23 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 36mFrontier
Tue 5/147:42 pmSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 33mFrontier
Deal found 4/25$48
Tue 5/75:16 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 36mFrontier
Tue 5/147:42 pmSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 33mFrontier
Deal found 4/25$49
Thu 5/305:58 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 36mFrontier
Wed 6/1212:27 pmSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 35mFrontier
Deal found 4/26$50
Thu 6/206:49 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 36mFrontier
Tue 6/254:44 pmSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 35mFrontier
Deal found 4/26$53
Tue 5/212:02 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 36mFrontier
Wed 5/223:40 pmSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 35mFrontier
Deal found 4/26$56
Sat 5/44:05 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 36mFrontier
Wed 5/86:59 pmSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 33mFrontier
Deal found 4/26$58
Fri 5/172:07 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 36mFrontier
Mon 5/204:56 pmSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 35mFrontier
Deal found 4/26$61
Fri 5/104:23 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 36mFrontier
Tue 5/147:42 pmSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 33mFrontier
Deal found 4/25$63
Wed 5/84:23 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 36mFrontier
Thu 5/97:05 pmSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 33mFrontier
Deal found 4/26$64

Non-stop flights to San Francisco from San Diego

Discover non-stop flight options from San Diego to San Francisco. Find direct flights with no layovers, providing a convenient travel experience. Explore non-stop flight options based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,068,117 searches. Data last updated April 27, 2024.
Take a look at some of the direct flights traveling from San Diego to San Francisco in the near future. Users seeking other options on flights from San Diego to San Francisco should update the search form at the top of the page.
Wed 5/84:23 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 36mFrontier
Tue 5/147:42 pmSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 33mFrontier
Deal found 4/25$48
Tue 5/75:16 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 36mFrontier
Tue 5/147:42 pmSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 33mFrontier
Deal found 4/25$49
Thu 5/305:58 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 36mFrontier
Wed 6/1212:27 pmSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 35mFrontier
Deal found 4/26$50
Thu 6/206:49 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 36mFrontier
Tue 6/254:44 pmSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 35mFrontier
Deal found 4/26$53
Tue 5/212:02 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 36mFrontier
Wed 5/223:40 pmSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 35mFrontier
Deal found 4/26$56
Tue 5/75:16 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 36mFrontier
Wed 5/86:59 pmSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 33mFrontier
Deal found 4/26$58
Fri 5/172:07 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 36mFrontier
Mon 5/204:56 pmSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 35mFrontier
Deal found 4/26$61
Fri 5/104:23 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 36mFrontier
Tue 5/147:42 pmSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 33mFrontier
Deal found 4/25$63
Wed 5/84:23 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 36mFrontier
Thu 5/97:05 pmSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 33mFrontier
Deal found 4/26$64

San Diego to San Francisco flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from San Diego to San Francisco for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,068,117 searches. Data last updated April 27, 2024.
Users seeking a last-minute flight from San Diego to San Francisco should consider booking one of these fares. Users should examine the flight details to ensure there are no surprises.
Sat 5/44:05 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 36mFrontier
Wed 5/86:59 pmSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 33mFrontier
Deal found 4/26$58
Sat 5/44:05 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 36mFrontier
Sat 5/116:41 pmSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 33mFrontier
Deal found 4/26$63
Sat 5/44:05 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 36mFrontier
Sun 5/56:59 pmSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 33mFrontier
Deal found 4/26$93
Fri 5/34:23 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 36mFrontier
Sat 5/46:41 pmSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 33mFrontier
Deal found 4/26$103
Thu 5/24:29 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 36mFrontier
Sat 5/46:41 pmSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 33mFrontier
Deal found 4/26$105
Mon 5/64:23 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 36mFrontier
Wed 5/86:59 pmSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 33mFrontier
Deal found 4/26$107
Sat 5/44:05 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 36mFrontier
Sun 5/56:59 pmSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 33mFrontier
Deal found 4/26$108
Sat 5/44:57 pmSAN - SFO
1 stop7h 01mFrontier
Wed 5/86:59 pmSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 33mFrontier
Deal found 4/26$113
Tue 5/75:16 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 36mFrontier
Mon 5/1312:58 amSFO - SAN
1 stop6h 02mFrontier
Deal found 4/25$114

One-way flights to San Francisco from San Diego

Search for one-way flight options from San Diego to San Francisco. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,068,117 searches. Data last updated April 27, 2024.
Users traveling one-way from San Diego to San Francisco can select one of these great deals. For those needing a return trip from San Diego, there is a search form available above.
Wed 6/261:37 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 36mFrontier
Deal found 4/26$26
Thu 6/136:49 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 36mFrontier
Deal found 4/26$29
Tue 9/103:22 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 36mFrontier
Deal found 4/26$32
Tue 8/133:22 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 36mFrontier
Deal found 4/26$37
Fri 6/73:18 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 36mFrontier
Deal found 4/26$38
Fri 6/283:18 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 36mFrontier
Deal found 4/26$39
Fri 6/73:18 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 36mFrontier
Deal found 4/26$40
Sat 5/183:52 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 35mFrontier
Deal found 4/26$43
Thu 5/94:29 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 36mFrontier
Deal found 4/26$44

Find flights from San Diego to San Francisco within your budget

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 3,068,117 searches. Data last updated April 27, 2024.

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SAN - SFO

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Wed 5/8

Nonstop1h 36m

San Francisco

Tue 5/14

Nonstop1h 33m

$48

San DiegoSan Francisco

SAN - SFO

SANSFO

San Diego

Tue 5/7

Nonstop1h 36m

San Francisco

Tue 5/14

Nonstop1h 33m

$49

San DiegoSan Francisco

SAN - SFO

SANSFO

San Diego

Thu 5/30

Nonstop1h 36m

San Francisco

Wed 6/12

Nonstop1h 35m

$50

San DiegoSan Francisco

SAN - SFO

SANSFO

San Diego

Thu 6/20

Nonstop1h 36m

San Francisco

Tue 6/25

Nonstop1h 35m

$53

San DiegoSan Francisco

SAN - SFO

SANSFO

San Diego

Tue 5/21

Nonstop1h 36m

San Francisco

Wed 5/22

Nonstop1h 35m

$56

San DiegoSan Francisco

SAN - SFO

SANSFO

San Diego

Tue 5/7

Nonstop1h 36m

San Francisco

Wed 5/8

Nonstop1h 33m

$58

San DiegoSan Francisco

SAN - SFO

SANSFO

San Diego

Fri 5/17

Nonstop1h 36m

San Francisco

Mon 5/20

Nonstop1h 35m

$61

San DiegoSan Francisco

SAN - SFO

SANSFO

San Diego

Thu 5/30

1 stop5h 34m

San Francisco

Tue 6/11

1 stop3h 06m

$157

San DiegoSan Francisco

SAN - SFO

SANSFO

San Diego

Fri 5/24

Nonstop1h 36m

San Francisco

Mon 5/27

Nonstop1h 40m

$193

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When is the best time to book a flight from San Diego to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on January 28, 2024.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Diego to San Francisco, you should look to book at least 77 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.
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When is the cheapest time 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 April 21, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Diego to San Francisco flight should consider departing on Wednesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to San Francisco by month

Plan your trip from San Diego to San Francisco by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from San Diego to San Francisco is currently $36 while a round-trip flight costs $81. Price data was last updated on April 21, 2024.

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to San Francisco (average of $268). Flying from San Diego to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $384). 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.

January

$274

February

$281

March

$330

April

$306

May

$310

June

$384

July

$368

August

$298

September

$268

October

$268

November

$287

December

$268

Temperature and rainfall in San Francisco by month

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

SFO

Temperature

51.8 - 62.6 °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 April 27, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with United Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Frontier from San Diego to San Francisco by reading reviews from past customers. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
9,115 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

8.1
Very good
9,115 reviews
8.1
Very good
9,115 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

8.1
Very good
10,966 reviews
8.1
Very good
9,115 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

7.5
Good
2,981 reviews
8.1
Very good
9,115 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

7.4
Good
11,228 reviews
8.1
Very good
9,115 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

7.3
Good
14,889 reviews
8.1
Very good
9,115 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

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  • What airports do I use to fly from San Diego to San Francisco?

    If you wish to fly to San Francisco from San Diego, then you need to book flights from San Diego to San Francisco. There are 46 flights from San Diego (SAN) to San Francisco (SFO) per day to choose from. Flights to San Francisco from San Diego are available from 8 different airlines, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 1h 35m is how long a nonstop flight from San Diego to San Francisco typically takes.

  • Can I find flights from San Diego to San Francisco for under $100 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from San Diego to San Francisco for under $100. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Frontier for just $48, but on average you can expect to pay $67.

  • Are there nonstop flights from San Diego to San Francisco for under $100 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from San Diego to San Francisco under $100. A good price for a nonstop flight from San Diego to San Francisco is less than $67.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from San Diego to San Francisco for under $100?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from San Diego to San Francisco within the next 7 days for less than $100.

  • What days are nonstop flights available from San Diego to San Francisco?

    Nonstop flights can be found on the following days: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday.

  • How popular is this San Diego to San Francisco flight route?

  • How many flights depart from San Diego to San Francisco on average per day?

    48 flight departures from San Diego to San Francisco per day on average.
    Early Morning (Midnight to 6am) - 2% of flight departures
    Morning (6am - Noon) - 2% of flight departures
    Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 67% of flight departures
    Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 29% of flight departures

  • How long is the flight from San Diego to San Francisco?

    There are many flights that can get you from San Diego to San Francisco in 1h 36m. Fly via Frontier to get the fastest option. The distance between San Diego and San Francisco is about 449 mi. Generally, flights for this route are nonstop.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from San Diego to San Francisco round-trip?

    According to our current data, Frontier ($48), offers the cheapest pricing from San Diego to San Francisco. Frontier is 76% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $26 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include United Airlines from $65 and Delta from $78 one-way.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from San Diego to San Francisco?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Diego to San Francisco?

    Consider ANA (71%), Air China (65%) or SWISS (61%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from San Diego to San Francisco.

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Diego to San Francisco?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from San Diego to San Francisco? While on average our users pay $836, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $27. The most popular route (San Diego - San Francisco), is priced around $68.

  • What does SAN to SFO mean?

    Great question - SAN to SFO just means San Diego Airport to San Francisco Airport. Now you’ll know what these unique codes when you look for flights!

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Diego to San Francisco that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your San Diego to San Francisco flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from San Diego to San Francisco with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter San Diego to San Francisco flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

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  • Can I find deals for flights from San Diego to San Francisco that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from San Diego to San Francisco offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from San Diego to San Francisco?

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  • How recently were the San Diego to San Francisco flight deals updated?

    The San Diego to San Francisco flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 4/26.

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Choose from the following airlines for your flight from San Diego to San Francisco. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on April 27, 2024.

Top 6 airlines flying from San Diego to San Francisco

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from San Diego 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 3,068,117 searches. Data last updated April 27, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$36Average$89FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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FrontierCheapest$38Average$96FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Alaska AirlinesCheapest$89Average$238FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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DeltaCheapest$89Average$197FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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United AirlinesCheapest$109Average$218FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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American AirlinesCheapest$239Average$438FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Find flights from San Diego to San Francisco, based on your preferred cabin class, be it economy, premium economy, business, or first class.

Hourly flight availability from San Diego to San Francisco

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 April 27, 2024.
12%of flight departuresEarly morningMidnight to 6 am
16%of flight departuresMorning6 am to noon
53%of flight departuresAfternoonNoon to 6 pm
19%of flight departuresEvening6 pm to midnight
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Weekly flight availability from San Diego to San Francisco

Explore weekly flight availability from San Diego 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 April 27, 2024.
Sunday42daily flights
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Tuesday45daily flights
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