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$22+ 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 9/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — SFO
Jul 30 — Aug 61
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The best prices from San Diego to San Francisco are usually found in May or June, booked 90 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday 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 July 25, 2024.

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Round-trip from

$48
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One-way from

$22
(mytrip.com)
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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 Sunday. 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 38 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 116% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from $236 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as $343.

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

May can be a great time to fly to San Francisco from San Diego with a flight ticket averaging about $195. Cheapflights users have found deals in the month of May for as cheap as $38. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of March.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SAN to SFO?

It’s typically best to fly out from San Diego to San Francisco at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 36% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

Cheap San Diego to San Francisco flights in July & August 2024

Find cheap flight options from San Diego to San Francisco specifically for the months of July and August 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,877 searches. Prices were last updated on July 25, 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.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
Thu 8/151:35 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 32mFrontier
Thu 8/229:02 amSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 33mFrontier
Deal found 7/24$60
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 mytrip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/2411:05 amSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 32mFrontier
Sat 8/317:24 pmSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 33mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$61
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 mytrip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/2711:05 amSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 32mFrontier
Wed 8/281:23 pmSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 33mFrontier
Deal found 7/24$62
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
Tue 8/1311:05 amSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 32mFrontier
Sun 8/259:02 amSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 33mFrontier
Deal found 7/24$63
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 8/1311:05 amSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 32mFrontier
Sun 8/189:02 amSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 33mFrontier
Deal found 7/24$65
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
Sat 8/2411:05 amSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 32mFrontier
Sun 8/259:02 amSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 33mFrontier
Deal found 7/24$66
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 mytrip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/2611:01 amSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 32mFrontier
Wed 8/281:23 pmSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 33mFrontier
Deal found 7/24$67
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
Wed 8/71:46 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 32mFrontier
Wed 8/141:23 pmSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 33mFrontier
Deal found 7/24$68
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.
Sat 8/2411:05 amSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 32mFrontier
Sun 8/259:02 amSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 33mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$69

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 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated July 25, 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.
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 mytrip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/1211:17 amSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 33mFrontier
Thu 9/123:40 pmSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 34mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$59
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
Thu 8/151:35 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 32mFrontier
Fri 8/163:27 pmSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 33mFrontier
Deal found 7/24$60
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 mytrip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/2411:05 amSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 32mFrontier
Sat 8/317:24 pmSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 33mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$61
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 mytrip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/2711:05 amSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 32mFrontier
Wed 8/281:23 pmSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 33mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$62
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
Tue 8/1311:05 amSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 32mFrontier
Sun 8/259:02 amSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 33mFrontier
Deal found 7/24$63
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 8/1311:05 amSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 32mFrontier
Sun 8/189:02 amSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 33mFrontier
Deal found 7/24$65
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
Sat 8/2411:05 amSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 32mFrontier
Sun 8/259:02 amSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 33mFrontier
Deal found 7/24$66
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 mytrip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/2611:01 amSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 32mFrontier
Wed 8/281:23 pmSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 33mFrontier
Deal found 7/24$67
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
Fri 10/251:59 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 36mFrontier
Sun 10/275:48 pmSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 33mFrontier
Deal found 7/24$68

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 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated July 25, 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.
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
Wed 7/311:46 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 32mFrontier
Sat 8/177:24 pmSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 33mFrontier
Deal found 7/24$97
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
Wed 7/311:46 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 32mFrontier
Thu 8/153:57 pmSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 33mFrontier
Deal found 7/24$102
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/302:18 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 32mFrontier
Wed 8/141:23 pmSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 33mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$108
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
Sat 8/33:28 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 32mFrontier
Thu 8/159:02 amSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 33mFrontier
Deal found 7/24$113
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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.
Tue 7/302:18 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 32mFrontier
Tue 8/64:40 pmSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 33mFrontier
Deal found 7/23$117
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/33:28 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 32mFrontier
Fri 8/163:27 pmSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 33mFrontier
Deal found 7/24$118
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 mytrip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/302:18 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 32mFrontier
Wed 8/712:31 pmSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 33mFrontier
Deal found 7/24$119
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
Sat 8/33:28 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 32mFrontier
Wed 8/712:31 pmSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 33mFrontier
Deal found 7/24$128
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/16:49 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 32mFrontier
Fri 8/163:27 pmSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 33mFrontier
Deal found 7/24$138

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 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated July 25, 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.
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 mytrip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/2611:17 amSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 33mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$22
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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.
Sat 8/175:02 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 32mFrontier
Deal found 7/23$24
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 mytrip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/1411:17 amSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 33mFrontier
Deal found 7/23$25
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 8/1411:01 amSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 32mFrontier
Deal found 7/24$26
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 mytrip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/1411:01 amSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 32mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$28
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
Fri 9/2711:27 amSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 33mFrontier
Deal found 7/24$29
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 mytrip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/261:05 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 32mFrontier
Deal found 7/24$30
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
Mon 9/911:27 amSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 33mFrontier
Deal found 7/24$31
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 mytrip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/281:59 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 36mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$32

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 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated July 25, 2024.

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Budget

$48 - $172

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Depart

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Price

San DiegoSan Francisco

SAN - SFO

SANSFO

San Diego

Sat 8/17

Nonstop1h 32m

San Francisco

Wed 8/21

Nonstop1h 33m

$48

San DiegoSan Francisco

SAN - SFO

SANSFO

San Diego

Tue 8/20

Nonstop1h 32m

San Francisco

Wed 8/21

Nonstop1h 33m

$49

San DiegoSan Francisco

SAN - SFO

SANSFO

San Diego

Wed 8/14

Nonstop1h 32m

San Francisco

Wed 8/21

Nonstop1h 33m

$50

San DiegoSan Francisco

SAN - SFO

SANSFO

San Diego

Wed 8/14

Nonstop1h 32m

San Francisco

Sat 8/17

Nonstop1h 33m

$52

San DiegoSan Francisco

SAN - SFO

SANSFO

San Diego

Sat 8/17

Nonstop1h 32m

San Francisco

Sun 8/18

Nonstop1h 33m

$53

San DiegoSan Francisco

SAN - SFO

SANSFO

San Diego

Wed 8/14

Nonstop1h 32m

San Francisco

Fri 8/16

Nonstop1h 33m

$55

San DiegoSan Francisco

SAN - SFO

SANSFO

San Diego

Mon 8/5

1 stop26h 06m

San Francisco

Sat 8/10

1 stop10h 41m

$137

San DiegoSan Francisco

SAN - SFO

SANSFO

San Diego

Fri 9/13

1 stop4h 24m

San Francisco

Fri 10/11

1 stop4h 37m

$156

San DiegoSan Francisco

SAN - SFO

SANSFO

San Diego

Mon 12/16

Nonstop1h 40m

San Francisco

Fri 1/3

Nonstop1h 34m

$172

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How far ahead should I 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 July 23, 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 90 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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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 July 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 at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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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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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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to San Francisco. Reviews last updated July 25, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Frontier, Alaska Airlines and Delta 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.
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,365 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,365 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,365 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Delta
8.0
Very good
9,630 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,365 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

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

United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,365 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

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

WestJet
7.4
Good
2,761 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,365 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

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

American Airlines
7.3
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,365 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Related info for your journey

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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 9 different airlines, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 1h 32m 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 $61.

  • 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 $72.

  • 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, Thursday, Friday, Saturday.

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

    The San Diego to San Francisco flight path was viewed by 148 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    38 flight departures from San Diego to San Francisco per day on average.
    Early Morning (Midnight to 6am) - 39% of flight departures
    Morning (6am - Noon) - 24% of flight departures
    Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 8% 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 32m. 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 75% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    Consider ANA (82%), SWISS (81%) or Qantas Airways (73%) 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 $814, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $38. The most popular route (San Diego - San Francisco), is priced around $63.

  • 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?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego 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.

  • 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?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on San Diego to San Francisco flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • 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 7/25.

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

    The most popular airlines flying from San Diego to San Francisco are CitizenPlane, American Airlines and Alaska Airlines. Something to consider prior to booking your flight.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Diego to San Francisco?

    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 $382). 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 7 airlines flying from San Diego to San Francisco

Discover the top 7 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 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated July 25, 2024.
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Spirit AirlinesCheapest$32Average$87FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$38Average$98FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$89Average$232FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$103Average$286FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$116Average$236FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
CitizenPlaneCheapest$183Average$196FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$239Average$427FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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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 July 25, 2024.
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42%of flight departuresMorning6 am to noon
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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 July 25, 2024.
Sunday42daily flights
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