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$125+ Cheap flights from South Dakota to San Francisco (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 9/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
FSD — SFO
Aug 4 — Aug 111
Mon 8/4
Mon 8/11
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from South Dakota to San Francisco

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Dakota to San Francisco flight deals. Data was last updated July 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$238
(Frontier)

One-way from

$125
(Frontier)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$476
From South Dakota to San Francisco
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Cheapest flights from South Dakota to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Dakota to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 30, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 8/222:08 pmFSD - SFO
1 stop12h 11mFrontier
Mon 8/256:26 amSFO - FSD
1 stop4h 57mFrontier
Deal found 7/29$238
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Tue 9/910:55 amRAP - SFO
1 stop7h 53mDelta
Mon 9/2212:45 amSFO - RAP
1 stop8h 27mDelta
Deal found 7/29$259
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/152:32 pmFSD - SFO
1 stop8h 55mDelta
Fri 9/1912:45 amSFO - FSD
1 stop7h 22mDelta
Deal found 7/28$269
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/2212:47 pmFSD - SFO
1 stop8h 58mAmerican Airlines
Mon 8/259:12 amSFO - FSD
2 stops9h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/29$274
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Wed 8/135:59 pmRAP - SFO
1 stop6h 11mUnited Airlines
Sun 8/175:00 amSFO - RAP
1 stop5h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/29$305
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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.
Fri 8/296:11 pmFSD - SFO
1 stop7h 48mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/24:28 pmSFO - FSD
1 stop5h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/27$362
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/412:33 pmRAP - SFO
1 stop9h 32mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/811:17 amSFO - RAP
1 stop8h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/27$365

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Customize your flight search to find flights from South Dakota 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 July 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Dakota to San Francisco that are best for you.

Fly from

South Dakota

Fly to

San Francisco

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Sioux FallsSan Francisco

FSD - SFO

FSDSFO

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Fri 8/22

2:08 pm-12:19 am

1 stop12h 11m

San Francisco

Mon 8/25

6:26 am-1:23 pm

1 stop4h 57m

$238

Rapid CitySan Francisco

RAP - SFO

RAPSFO

Rapid City

Tue 9/9

10:55 am-5:48 pm

1 stop7h 53m

San Francisco

Mon 9/22

12:45 am-10:12 am

1 stop8h 27m

$259

Sioux FallsSan Francisco

FSD - SFO

FSDSFO

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Mon 9/15

2:32 pm-9:27 pm

1 stop8h 55m

San Francisco

Fri 9/19

12:45 am-10:07 am

1 stop7h 22m

$269

Sioux FallsSan Francisco

FSD - SFO

FSDSFO

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Fri 8/22

12:47 pm-7:45 pm

1 stop8h 58m

San Francisco

Mon 8/25

9:12 am-9:03 pm

2 stops9h 51m

$274

Rapid CitySan Francisco

RAP - SFO

RAPSFO

Rapid City

Wed 8/13

5:59 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop6h 11m

San Francisco

Sun 8/17

5:00 am-11:36 am

1 stop5h 36m

$305

Sioux FallsSan Francisco

FSD - SFO

FSDSFO

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Fri 8/29

6:11 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop7h 48m

San Francisco

Tue 9/2

4:28 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop5h 12m

$362

Rapid CitySan Francisco

RAP - SFO

RAPSFO

Rapid City

Thu 9/4

12:33 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop9h 32m

San Francisco

Mon 9/8

11:17 am-8:53 pm

1 stop8h 36m

$365

Sioux FallsSan Francisco

FSD - SFO

FSDSFO

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Sun 9/7

2:54 pm-12:16 am

1 stop11h 22m

$125

Rapid CitySan Francisco

RAP - SFO

RAPSFO

Rapid City

Wed 9/10

1:12 pm-8:55 pm

1 stop8h 43m

$155

Rapid CitySan Francisco

RAP - SFO

RAPSFO

Rapid City

Wed 9/10

6:25 am-5:17 pm

2 stops11h 52m

$160

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 7/27

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Best time to book a flight from South Dakota to San Francisco

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Francisco from South Dakota with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Dakota to San Francisco

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Dakota to San Francisco?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Dakota to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from South Dakota to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $358). 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 SD to SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from South Dakota 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 30, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from South Dakota to San Francisco as you normally would.

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 30, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from South Dakota to San Francisco. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,896 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Sun Country Air
6.9
Okay
334 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Frontier
5.9
Fair
3,237 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Dakota to San Francisco. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to San Francisco from South Dakota?

    For a flight from South Dakota to San Francisco, you will be flying into San Francisco. San Francisco (SFO) is just 11.8 mi from the center of the city.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $125. American Airlines flights start at $155 while deals on United Airlines start at $203 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Dakota to San Francisco by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Dakota to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from South Dakota to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $358). 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 4 airlines flying from South Dakota to San Francisco

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from South Dakota to San Francisco. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$118Average$238FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$259Average$414FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$264Average$341FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$268Average$383FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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