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$126+ Cheap flights from Virginia 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 10/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RIC — SFO
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
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Cheap flight deals from Virginia to San Francisco

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Round-trip from

$247
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$126
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$448

Good round-trip deal

$145 or less

Good one-way deal

$135 or less
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Cheapest flights from Virginia to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Virginia to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Wed 7/25:00 amRIC - SFO
1 stop10h 09mAmerican Airlines
Fri 7/46:25 amSFO - RIC
1 stop8h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$247
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Tue 7/13:37 pmORF - SFO
1 stop10h 16mAmerican Airlines
Tue 7/85:41 amSFO - ORF
1 stop10h 03mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$247
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 8/138:30 amRIC - SFO
Nonstop6h 09mBreeze Airways
Wed 8/2012:24 pmSFO - RIC
Nonstop5h 17mBreeze Airways
Deal found 6/9$254
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/212:06 pmRIC - SFO
1 stop11h 47mJetBlue
Mon 10/68:25 pmSFO - RIC
1 stop11h 54mJetBlue
Deal found 6/9$255
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Wed 9/106:18 pmGSO - SFO
1 stop7h 57mAmerican Airlines
Sat 9/135:45 amSFO - GSO
1 stop8h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$255
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 9/27:59 pmRIC - SFO
1 stop8h 00mUnited Airlines
Fri 9/59:15 pmSFO - RIC
1 stop8h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$264
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Mon 8/186:00 pmDCA - SFO
1 stop9h 19mFrontier
Sun 8/246:26 amSFO - DCA
1 stop7h 33mFrontier
Deal found 6/10$270
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/2510:25 amORF - SFO
1 stop11h 12mJetBlue
Mon 9/298:25 pmSFO - ORF
1 stop10h 15mJetBlue
Deal found 6/10$270
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 7/17:30 amIAD - SFO
1 stop7h 49mFrontier
Mon 7/74:31 pmSFO - IAD
1 stop11h 03mFrontier
Deal found 6/10$271
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/245:10 pmDCA - SFO
1 stop9h 30mJetBlue
Tue 7/2211:14 amSFO - DCA
1 stop8h 45mJetBlue
Deal found 6/10$271
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/156:40 pmRIC - SFO
1 stop8h 15mDelta
Fri 8/2211:35 amSFO - RIC
1 stop8h 30mDelta
Deal found 6/10$277
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 6/306:45 amGSO - SFO
1 stop8h 00mDelta
Fri 7/45:50 amSFO - GSO
1 stop7h 42mDelta
Deal found 6/12$277

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from Virginia 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 June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Virginia to San Francisco that are best for you.

Fly from

Virginia

Fly to

San Francisco

Route

Depart

Return

Price

RichmondSan Francisco

RIC - SFO

RICSFO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 7/2

5:00 am-12:09 pm

1 stop10h 09m

San Francisco

Fri 7/4

6:25 am-5:55 pm

1 stop8h 30m

$247

NorfolkSan Francisco

ORF - SFO

ORFSFO

Norfolk

Tue 7/1

3:37 pm-10:53 pm

1 stop10h 16m

San Francisco

Tue 7/8

5:41 am-6:44 pm

1 stop10h 03m

$247

RichmondSan Francisco

RIC - SFO

RICSFO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 8/13

8:30 am-11:39 am

Nonstop6h 09m

San Francisco

Wed 8/20

12:24 pm-8:41 pm

Nonstop5h 17m

$254

RichmondSan Francisco

RIC - SFO

RICSFO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 10/2

12:06 pm-8:53 pm

1 stop11h 47m

San Francisco

Mon 10/6

8:25 pm-11:19 am

1 stop11h 54m

$255

GreensboroSan Francisco

GSO - SFO

GSOSFO

Greensboro/H. Point

Wed 9/10

6:18 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop7h 57m

San Francisco

Sat 9/13

7:00 am-5:12 pm

1 stop7h 12m

$255

RichmondSan Francisco

RIC - SFO

RICSFO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 9/2

7:59 pm-12:59 am

1 stop8h 00m

San Francisco

Fri 9/5

9:15 pm-9:04 am

1 stop8h 49m

$264

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

DCA - SFO

DCASFO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 8/18

6:00 pm-12:19 am

1 stop9h 19m

San Francisco

Sun 8/24

6:26 am-4:59 pm

1 stop7h 33m

$270

NorfolkSan Francisco

ORF - SFO

ORFSFO

Norfolk

Thu 9/25

10:25 am-6:37 pm

1 stop11h 12m

San Francisco

Mon 9/29

8:25 pm-9:40 am

1 stop10h 15m

$270

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 7/1

7:30 am-12:19 pm

1 stop7h 49m

San Francisco

Mon 7/7

4:31 pm-6:34 am

1 stop11h 03m

$271

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

DCA - SFO

DCASFO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 6/24

5:10 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop9h 30m

San Francisco

Tue 7/22

11:14 am-10:59 pm

1 stop8h 45m

$271

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Best time to book a flight from Virginia to San Francisco

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Virginia to San Francisco

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Virginia to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Virginia to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $364). 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 VA to SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Virginia 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 June 12, 2025.

When flying from Virginia to San Francisco, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in San Francisco by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Francisco by month

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

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 June 12, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Breeze Airways, Alaska Airlines and Southwest from Virginia to San Francisco have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,494 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Virginia 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 Virginia?

    Most people fly into San Francisco (SFO) if they book a flight to San Francisco from Virginia. San Francisco is conveniently located just 11.8 mi from San Francisco’s city center.

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

    This flight path from Virginia to San Francisco was viewed by 5 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with American Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $126. Southwest flights start at $126 while deals on Breeze Airways start at $129 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Virginia to San Francisco?

    While some choose either Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - San Francisco or Raleigh-Durham - San Francisco, Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - San Francisco is the most popular route from Virginia to San Francisco.

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

    On average you can expect to pay $176 for a flight from Virginia to San Francisco. The cheapest flight overall is $91 while the most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - San Francisco) is currently priced at $297.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Virginia 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 Virginia to San Francisco?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Virginia to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Virginia to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $364). 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 Virginia to San Francisco

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Virginia 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$135Average$288FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
FrontierCheapest$150Average$330FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$216Average$473FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$216Average$473FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$228Average$432FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$233Average$302FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$234Average$507FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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