Cheap flights from San Diego to San Francisco from C$ 42
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 11/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — SFO
22 Jan — 29 Jan1
Round-trip
1 adult
Economy
The best prices from San Diego to San Francisco are usually found in September or January, booked 37 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Tuesday and return on a Monday
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 17 January 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 January 2025.
Fri 24/17:48 p.m.SAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 51mFrontier
Sun 26/18:06 a.m.SFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 44mFrontier
Deal found 16/1C$ 55
Mon 3/25:30 p.m.SAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 45mUnited Airlines
Mon 3/210:35 p.m.SFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 16/1C$ 75
Sat 1/27:55 p.m.SAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 41mAlaska Airlines
Wed 5/210:40 a.m.SFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 37mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 16/1C$ 96
Wed 22/111:15 a.m.SAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 45mSouthwest
Wed 22/13:40 p.m.SFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 16/1C$ 174
Sun 26/110:58 a.m.SAN - SFO
1 stop3h 59mDelta
Sun 2/21:31 p.m.SFO - SAN
1 stop3h 29mDelta
Deal found 15/1C$ 276
Fri 24/112:32 p.m.SAN - SFO
1 stop6h 27mAmerican Airlines
Sun 26/14:18 p.m.SFO - SAN
1 stop6h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 16/1C$ 277
Best flights from San Diego to San Francisco
Discover carefully curated flight deals from San Diego to San Francisco that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 17 January 2025.
Mon 3/25:30 p.m.SAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 45mUnited Airlines
Mon 3/210:35 p.m.SFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 16/1C$ 75
Sat 15/37:55 p.m.SAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 46mAlaska Airlines
Mon 17/311:24 a.m.SFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 45mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 15/1C$ 83
Sat 1/27:55 a.m.SAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 40mSouthwest
Sat 1/212:00 p.m.SFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 14/1C$ 160
Thu 13/210:58 a.m.SAN - SFO
1 stop3h 59mDelta
Tue 18/26:30 p.m.SFO - SAN
1 stop4h 21mDelta
Deal found 15/1C$ 269
Direct flights from San Diego to San Francisco
Explore direct flight options from San Diego to San Francisco based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 17 January 2025.
Mon 3/25:30 p.m.SAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 45mUnited Airlines
Mon 3/210:35 p.m.SFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 16/1C$ 75
Sat 1/27:55 p.m.SAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 41mAlaska Airlines
Sat 8/26:00 a.m.SFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 36mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 16/1C$ 96
Sat 15/38:40 p.m.SAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 40mSouthwest
Wed 19/310:50 a.m.SFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 16/1C$ 154
Last-minute flights from San Diego to San Francisco
Discover last-minute flight deals from San Diego to San Francisco. Data last updated 17 January 2025 and is based on user searches.
Wed 22/17:55 p.m.SAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 41mAlaska Airlines
Fri 24/16:00 a.m.SFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 36mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 15/1C$ 125
Wed 22/111:15 a.m.SAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 45mSouthwest
Wed 22/13:40 p.m.SFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 16/1C$ 174
Fri 24/112:31 p.m.SAN - SFO
1 stop11h 38mFrontier
Sun 26/18:06 a.m.SFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 44mFrontier
Deal found 16/1C$ 223
Fri 24/112:32 p.m.SAN - SFO
1 stop6h 27mAmerican Airlines
Sun 26/14:18 p.m.SFO - SAN
1 stop6h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 16/1C$ 277
Sun 26/110:58 a.m.SAN - SFO
1 stop3h 59mDelta
Sun 2/21:31 p.m.SFO - SAN
1 stop3h 29mDelta
Deal found 15/1C$ 276
Mon 27/15:30 p.m.SAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 45mUnited Airlines
Thu 30/18:37 a.m.SFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 16/1C$ 103
Sat 1/27:55 p.m.SAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 41mAlaska Airlines
Wed 5/210:40 a.m.SFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 37mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 16/1C$ 96
Mon 3/25:30 p.m.SAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 45mUnited Airlines
Mon 3/210:35 p.m.SFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 16/1C$ 75
One-way flights from San Diego to San Francisco
Search for one-way flight options from San Diego to San Francisco. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 17 January 2025.
Tue 11/26:15 a.m.SAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 16/1C$ 42
Wed 19/26:15 a.m.SAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 45mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 16/1C$ 49
Mon 24/27:50 a.m.SAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 17/1C$ 70
Sun 16/26:15 a.m.SAN - SFO
1 stop6h 22mDelta
Deal found 16/1C$ 128
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 629,999 searches. Data last updated 17 January 2025.
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San DiegoSan Francisco
SAN - SFO
SANSFO
San Diego
Mon 3/2
5:30 p.m.-7:15 p.m.
Nonstop1h 45m
San Francisco
Mon 3/2
10:35 p.m.-12:14 a.m.
Nonstop1h 39m
C$ 75
San DiegoSan Francisco
SAN - SFO
SANSFO
San Diego
Sat 1/2
7:55 p.m.-9:36 p.m.
Nonstop1h 41m
San Francisco
Wed 5/2
10:40 a.m.-12:17 p.m.
Nonstop1h 37m
C$ 96
San DiegoSan Francisco
SAN - SFO
SANSFO
San Diego
Tue 28/1
5:30 p.m.-7:10 p.m.
Nonstop1h 40m
San Francisco
Thu 30/1
3:40 p.m.-5:10 p.m.
Nonstop1h 30m
C$ 175
San DiegoSan Francisco
SAN - SFO
SANSFO
San Diego
Thu 13/2
6:30 a.m.-9:59 a.m.
1 stop3h 29m
San Francisco
Sun 16/2
6:30 p.m.-10:51 p.m.
1 stop4h 21m
C$ 254
San DiegoSan Francisco
SAN - SFO
SANSFO
San Diego
Tue 11/2
6:15 a.m.-8:00 a.m.
Nonstop1h 45m
C$ 42
San DiegoSan Francisco
SAN - SFO
SANSFO
San Diego
Wed 19/2
6:15 a.m.-8:00 a.m.
Nonstop1h 45m
C$ 49
San DiegoSan Francisco
SAN - SFO
SANSFO
San Diego
Mon 24/2
7:50 a.m.-9:30 a.m.
Nonstop1h 40m
C$ 70
San DiegoSan Francisco
SAN - SFO
SANSFO
San Diego
Sun 16/2
6:15 a.m.-12:37 p.m.
1 stop6h 22m
C$ 128
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Deals found on 16/1
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Travel insights for flights from San Diego to San Francisco
Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from San Diego to San Francisco including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.
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 10 January 2025.
The price you pay for your flight from San Diego to San Francisco may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 37 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Diego to San Francisco?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to San Francisco (average of C$ 276). Flying from San Diego to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 379). 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 SAN to SFO?
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 17 January 2025.
When flying from San Diego to San Francisco, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 59% versus a flight in the morning.
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 17 January 2025.
The most flights from SAN to SFO are scheduled on a Thursday (76 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (21 on average).
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 - 112.0 mm per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 112.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.
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 17.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 11.0 C).
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 17 January 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from San Diego to San Francisco 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.
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Related info for your journey
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What airports do I use to fly from San Diego to San Francisco?
You will need to book a flight from San Diego to San Francisco if you want to fly from San Diego to San Francisco. At least 1 airline has flights from San Diego (SAN) to San Francisco (SFO) on a regular basis. There are 50 flights to San Francisco from the San Diego airport per day. If you manage to book one that is nonstop, then you can expect the flight time from SAN to SFO to be around 1h 45m.
How popular is this San Diego to San Francisco flight route?
This flight path from San Diego to San Francisco was viewed by 32 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 flying from San Diego to San Francisco round-trip?
Cheapflights users have booked flights from San Diego to San Francisco round-trip from C$ 75. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Alaska Airlines, from C$ 83, and Southwest, from C$ 160. Users have found that United Airlines is 65% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Diego to San Francisco one-way?
To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with United Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at C$ 42. Alaska Airlines flights start at C$ 49 while deals on Southwest start at C$ 70 one-way.
What are the most reliable airlines from San Diego to San Francisco?
Consider ANA (78%), Horizon Air (76%) or SWISS (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?
While on average a flight from San Diego to San Francisco is generally C$ 280, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is C$ 69. When looking at the most popular route, (San Diego - San Francisco), you can expect to pay C$ 135 for that flight.
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.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Diego to San Francisco?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to San Francisco (average of C$ 276). Flying from San Diego to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 379). 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.
Browse through other flights departing from San Diego. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 17 January 2025.
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Top airline flying from San Diego to San Francisco
Discover the top airline 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 629,999 searches. Data last updated 17 January 2025.
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