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$125+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to South Dakota

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 12/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — FSD
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to South Dakota

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Francisco to South Dakota flight deals. Data was last updated September 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$216
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$125
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$363
From San Francisco to South Dakota
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to South Dakota
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to South Dakota. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 11, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/46:00 amSFO - FSD
1 stop27h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/77:33 pmFSD - SFO
1 stop6h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$216
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Mon 9/156:29 amSFO - FSD
1 stop5h 40mFrontier
Mon 9/222:54 pmFSD - SFO
1 stop11h 22mFrontier
Deal found 9/10$242
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/179:23 pmSFO - RAP
1 stop20h 27mMultiple Airlines
Thu 10/235:58 pmRAP - SFO
1 stop21h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/11$254
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/25:05 amSFO - RAP
1 stop4h 52mUnited Airlines
Tue 10/75:50 pmRAP - SFO
1 stop6h 07mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/10$259
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/1512:00 pmSFO - RAP
2 stops28h 08mMultiple Airlines
Thu 10/235:58 pmRAP - SFO
1 stop17h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/11$260
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/165:45 amSFO - RAP
1 stop10h 23mMultiple Airlines
Thu 10/235:58 pmRAP - SFO
1 stop21h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/11$264
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Sat 9/209:59 pmSFO - FSD
2 stops14h 10mFrontier
Mon 9/222:54 pmFSD - SFO
1 stop11h 22mFrontier
Deal found 9/10$268
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 9/3012:47 amSFO - FSD
1 stop9h 02mAmerican Airlines
Sat 10/41:19 pmFSD - SFO
1 stop9h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/10$269
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Mon 9/156:29 amSFO - FSD
1 stop5h 40mFrontier
Fri 9/192:54 pmFSD - SFO
1 stop11h 22mFrontier
Deal found 9/10$272
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/148:00 amSFO - RAP
2 stops25h 33mMultiple Airlines
Thu 10/235:58 pmRAP - SFO
1 stop17h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/11$272
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/179:23 pmSFO - RAP
1 stop20h 27mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/2410:03 amRAP - SFO
1 stop10h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/11$273
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/135:45 amSFO - RAP
1 stop9h 05mDelta
Sat 10/186:05 amRAP - SFO
1 stop8h 25mDelta
Deal found 9/11$274

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to South Dakota 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 September 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to South Dakota that are best for you.

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San Francisco

Fly to

South Dakota

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoSioux Falls

SFO - FSD

SFOFSD

San Francisco

Thu 12/4

6:00 am-11:05 am

1 stop27h 05m

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Sun 12/7

7:33 pm-12:25 am

1 stop6h 52m

$216

San FranciscoSioux Falls

SFO - FSD

SFOFSD

San Francisco

Mon 9/15

6:29 am-2:09 pm

1 stop5h 40m

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Mon 9/22

2:54 pm-12:16 am

1 stop11h 22m

$242

San FranciscoSioux Falls

SFO - FSD

SFOFSD

San Francisco

Thu 10/2

10:37 pm-2:47 pm

1 stop14h 10m

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Mon 10/6

2:54 pm-9:22 pm

2 stops32h 28m

$265

San FranciscoSioux Falls

SFO - FSD

SFOFSD

San Francisco

Tue 9/30

12:47 am-11:49 am

1 stop9h 02m

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Sat 10/4

1:19 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop9h 46m

$269

San FranciscoSioux Falls

SFO - FSD

SFOFSD

San Francisco

Thu 10/2

2:22 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop7h 37m

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Mon 10/6

5:07 pm-11:23 pm

1 stop8h 16m

$269

San FranciscoSioux Falls

SFO - FSD

SFOFSD

San Francisco

Mon 9/15

6:29 am-2:09 pm

1 stop5h 40m

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Fri 9/19

2:54 pm-12:16 am

1 stop11h 22m

$272

San FranciscoRapid City

SFO - RAP

SFORAP

San Francisco

Mon 10/13

5:45 am-3:50 pm

1 stop9h 05m

Rapid City

Sat 10/18

6:05 am-1:30 pm

1 stop8h 25m

$274

San FranciscoSioux Falls

SFO - FSD

SFOFSD

San Francisco

Wed 10/29

9:00 am-9:16 pm

2 stops10h 16m

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Tue 11/4

5:30 am-11:25 am

1 stop7h 55m

$274

San FranciscoSioux Falls

SFO - FSD

SFOFSD

San Francisco

Sat 9/20

9:59 pm-2:09 pm

2 stops14h 10m

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Mon 9/22

2:54 pm-11:15 pm

2 stops10h 21m

$277

San FranciscoSioux Falls

SFO - FSD

SFOFSD

San Francisco

Tue 10/28

12:35 am-10:13 am

1 stop7h 38m

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Tue 11/4

1:35 pm-5:24 pm

1 stop5h 49m

$294

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to South Dakota

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to South Dakota (average of $334). Flying from San Francisco to South Dakota in December is currently the most expensive (average of $446). 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 SFO to SD?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to South Dakota. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 11, 2025.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing South Dakota

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Dakota. 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 South Dakota. Reviews last updated September 11, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Francisco to South Dakota, such as Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,177 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

Related info for your journey

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

    San Francisco (SFO), located 11.8 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from San Francisco to South Dakota.

  • How long is the flight from San Francisco to South Dakota?

    For as low as $242, Frontier can have you in South Dakota from San Francisco in 5h 40m. Airlines will cover a distance of 1399 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Frontier. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $125. Users have also found prices from $149 and $165 on American Airlines and Delta, respectively.

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

    Most travelers choose San Francisco - Rapid City, San Francisco - Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field or San Francisco - Aberdeen when deciding on the best route from San Francisco to South Dakota.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco to South Dakota 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 San Francisco to South Dakota?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to South Dakota (average of $334). Flying from San Francisco to South Dakota in December is currently the most expensive (average of $446). 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 San Francisco to South Dakota

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco to South Dakota. 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 September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$128Average$264FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$258Average$374FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$258Average$452FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$258Average$450FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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