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$97+ Cheap flights from San Francisco Bay Area 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 1/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — FSD
Jan 17 — Jan 241
Sat 1/17
Sat 1/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco Bay Area to South Dakota
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco Bay Area to South Dakota. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Thu 12/183:33 pmSFO - RAP
1 stop6h 13mDelta
Sat 12/206:19 amRAP - SFO
1 stop8h 22mDelta
Deal found 12/16$419
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 12/258:35 amSFO - FSD
1 stop5h 56mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/28:50 amFSD - SFO
1 stop24h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/15$522
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Mon 12/223:51 pmSFO - FSD
1 stop5h 48mAmerican Airlines
Thu 12/251:16 pmFSD - SFO
1 stop8h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/17$585
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 12/249:30 pmSFO - FSD
2 stops44h 25mFrontier
Mon 12/298:50 pmFSD - SFO
1 stop20h 20mFrontier
Deal found 12/15$592
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 12/249:30 pmSFO - FSD
2 stops44h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/3112:40 pmFSD - SFO
1 stop10h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/15$623
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 12/242:29 pmSFO - FSD
1 stop7h 26mUnited Airlines
Thu 12/256:00 amFSD - SFO
1 stop5h 43mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/15$660
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 12/229:30 pmSFO - FSD
2 stops36h 20mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/298:50 pmFSD - SFO
1 stop20h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/15$691
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/305:55 amSFO - RAP
1 stop8h 39mDelta
Fri 1/234:10 pmRAP - SFO
1 stop8h 37mDelta
Deal found 12/16$698
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/236:00 amSFO - FSD
1 stop27h 50mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/268:50 pmFSD - SFO
1 stop13h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$706
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 12/187:00 amSFO - FSD
1 stop8h 30mUnited Airlines
Thu 12/256:00 amFSD - SFO
1 stop5h 43mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/15$710
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/305:55 amSFO - RAP
1 stop8h 39mDelta
Wed 1/214:10 pmRAP - SFO
1 stop8h 37mDelta
Deal found 12/17$710
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 12/182:13 pmSFO - FSD
2 stops27h 42mFrontier
Mon 12/298:50 pmFSD - SFO
1 stop20h 20mFrontier
Deal found 12/15$711

Find flight deals from San Francisco Bay Area to South Dakota

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Francisco Bay Area to South Dakota flight deals. Data was last updated December 18, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$211
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$97
(Expedia)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$423
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco Bay Area 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 December 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco Bay Area to South Dakota that are best for you.

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San Francisco Bay Area

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South Dakota

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Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoSioux Falls

SFO - FSD

SFOFSD

San Francisco

Thu 1/15

6:15 am-3:01 pm

1 stop6h 46m

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Sun 1/18

3:56 pm-8:47 pm

1 stop6h 51m

$217

San FranciscoSioux Falls

SFO - FSD

SFOFSD

San Francisco

Tue 1/13

9:42 pm-11:47 am

2 stops36h 05m

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Sat 1/24

7:20 pm-5:54 pm

1 stop24h 34m

$225

San FranciscoSioux Falls

SFO - FSD

SFOFSD

San Francisco

Tue 1/13

3:00 pm-11:04 pm

1 stop6h 04m

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Tue 1/20

1:02 pm-8:35 pm

1 stop9h 33m

$247

San FranciscoSioux Falls

SFO - FSD

SFOFSD

San Francisco

Sat 1/17

6:10 am-3:37 pm

1 stop7h 27m

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Thu 1/22

1:02 pm-8:35 pm

1 stop9h 33m

$247

San FranciscoSioux Falls

SFO - FSD

SFOFSD

San Francisco

Sat 1/17

12:46 pm-11:04 pm

1 stop8h 18m

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Sat 1/24

4:17 pm-8:35 pm

1 stop6h 18m

$247

San FranciscoSioux Falls

SFO - FSD

SFOFSD

San Francisco

Sat 1/17

6:10 am-3:37 pm

1 stop7h 27m

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Sun 1/25

8:03 am-1:47 pm

1 stop7h 44m

$247

San FranciscoSioux Falls

SFO - FSD

SFOFSD

San Francisco

Sun 1/18

6:10 am-3:37 pm

1 stop7h 27m

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Sun 1/25

4:17 pm-11:47 pm

1 stop9h 30m

$247

San JoseSioux Falls

SJC - FSD

SJCFSD

San Jose

Wed 1/14

6:20 am-3:37 pm

1 stop7h 17m

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Sat 1/24

11:00 am-7:12 pm

2 stops10h 12m

$256

San FranciscoRapid City

SFO - RAP

SFORAP

San Francisco

Sun 2/1

10:48 am-9:20 pm

1 stop9h 32m

Rapid City

Thu 2/5

10:10 pm-5:00 pm

1 stop19h 50m

$259

San FranciscoRapid City

SFO - RAP

SFORAP

San Francisco

Thu 1/15

12:21 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop7h 59m

Rapid City

Thu 1/22

10:10 pm-9:37 am

1 stop12h 27m

$259

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

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to South Dakota (average of $128). Flying from San Francisco Bay Area to South Dakota in December is currently the most expensive (average of $289). 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 XIH to SD?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco Bay Area 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 December 18, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from San Francisco Bay Area to South Dakota in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 38% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco Bay Area to South Dakota?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco Bay Area to South Dakota. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco Bay Area to South Dakota flight should consider departing on Thursday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 December 18, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from San Francisco Bay Area to South Dakota to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,005 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

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
7.9
Good
8,005 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,005 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

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
9,091 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,005 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

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
11,053 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,005 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

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
3,082 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,005 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

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

    Frontier, Delta, and United Airlines can get you from San Francisco Bay Area to South Dakota in just under 6h 04m. Your travel time can differ by up to 1h 28m. San Francisco Bay Area and South Dakota are separated by a distance of 1399 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is United Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $104. However, be on the lookout for offers from Frontier and American Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from San Francisco Bay Area to South Dakota for a low price.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco Bay Area 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 Bay Area to South Dakota.

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to South Dakota (average of $128). Flying from San Francisco Bay Area to South Dakota in December is currently the most expensive (average of $289). 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 Bay Area to South Dakota

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco Bay Area 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 December 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$128Average$254FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$250Average$342FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$258Average$485FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$258Average$432FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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