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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from San Diego to San Francisco, as well as popular online travel agencies
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from San Diego to San Francisco, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Flights from San Diego to San Francisco - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from San Diego to San Francisco to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Diego to San Francisco?

The average price of all flights from San Diego to San Francisco clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
If you are looking for a flight deal from San Diego to San Francisco, look for departures on Mondays and avoid leaving on a Friday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from San Francisco, Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly and Tuesday is the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Diego to San Francisco?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from San Diego to San Francisco, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from San Diego to San Francisco is September, where tickets cost ₹ 14,830 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are March and November, where the average cost of tickets is ₹ 19,079 and ₹ 18,412 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Diego to San Francisco?

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from San Diego to San Francisco, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.
To get a below average price on the flight from San Diego to San Francisco, you should book around 2 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 77 days before departure.

Which airlines fly most frequently between San Diego and San Francisco?

The airlines most regularly connecting San Diego to San Francisco are Alaska Airlines (11 flights per day), United Airlines (7 flights per day), and Southwest (4 flights per day).

How many flights are there between San Diego and San Francisco per day?

Each day, there are between 21 and 27 nonstop flights that take off from San Diego and land in San Francisco, with an average flight time of 1h 39m. The most common departure time is 13:00 and most flights take off in the afternoon. Each week, there are 174 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Thursday, when 16% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Saturday.

Which cabin class options are there for flights between San Diego and San Francisco?

The average price of flights for each cabin class for the route found by users searching on KAYAK over the last 2 weeks.
There is only one cabin class option available for the route, which is Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

What’s the earliest departure time from San Diego to San Francisco?

Early birds can take the earliest flight from San Diego at 06:15 and will be landing in San Francisco at 07:58.

What’s the latest departure time from San Diego to San Francisco?

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from San Diego to San Francisco jets off at 21:51 and lands at 23:28.

Good to know

Low season

February

High season

December
Best time to beat the crowds (1% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 0% lower on average.

When to book flights from San Diego to San Francisco

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Diego to San Francisco based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from San Diego to San Francisco

  • Is long-term parking possible at San Diego airport and where do I find it?

    The airport features a long-term parking lot, which can be found on Harbor Drive. Here you can leave your car during your time in San Francisco and have it waiting upon your return. The daily rate for a car spot is approximately $20 and the airport can be conveniently reached with the complimentary airport shuttle, which departs from the lot.

  • How can I reach downtown San Francisco from the San Francisco airport?

    The quickest and most convenient way from the airport to the center of San Francisco is by train. The yellow BART train service departs from the airport station and stops at various places in the city. The ride takes about half an hour and costs approximately $9. The SamTrans Bus Service is a cheaper alternative. Routes KX and 292 depart from the airport and stop in downtown San Francisco as well. Tickets are considerably cheaper, at just $2.50, and the travel time is also approximately half an hour. However, traffic can delay the ride considerably.

  • Is there a hotel close to San Francisco airport?

    Whether you have an early flight or late arrival, a nearby hotel can be a convenient option. The Grand Hyatt at SFO is only 3mi from the airport and offers a 24h reception desk service. Alternatively, the Days Inn by Wyndham is equally close to the airport and offers a complimentary airport shuttle.

  • How far is Fisherman’s Wharf from the San Francisco airport?

    The popular tourist district of Fisherman’s Wharf lies on the other side of San Francisco, almost 16mi north of the airport. With a car, you can be there in about half an hour. The yellow BART line goes as far as Montgomery, from where you can board a bus to the Wharf.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from San Diego to San Francisco?

    All the following airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the San Diego to San Francisco flight route: Alaska Airlines, Air Canada, American Airlines, Delta, Japan Airlines, JetBlue, and Lufthansa.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from San Diego to San Francisco?

    The Boeing 737-800 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the San Diego to San Francisco flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from San Diego to San Francisco?

    oneworld, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between San Diego and San Francisco, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from San Diego to San Francisco?

    There are direct flights from San Diego to San Francisco on a daily basis.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from San Diego to San Francisco?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from San Diego to San Francisco.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from San Diego to San Francisco?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to San Francisco from San Diego is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from San Diego to San Francisco?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to San Francisco with an airline and back to San Diego with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from San Diego to San Francisco?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to San Francisco from San Diego up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Top tips for finding a cheap flight from San Diego to San Francisco

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for ₹ 11,403 or less round-trip.
  • If you’ve booked a flight from San Diego to San Francisco with United Airlines, you can benefit from the airline’s lounge at San Diego Airport (SAN). Located in the mezzanine level of Terminal 2 after the security check, the lounge spoils passengers with beverages, snacks and a calm work environment. Pass holders and Business Class flyers gain access for free, but any other passenger of this airline can also enter by paying around $59 at the door.
  • How about a relaxing massage before boarding your flight from San Diego to San Francisco? The Be Relax Spa is situated in Terminal 2 of the San Diego airport and offers a wide array of massages and beauty treatments for the perfect start of your journey.
  • Who wouldn’t like a dog to see them off at the airport? San Diego airport is especially popular for its Ready Pet Go service. Various canines roam the airport building and welcome or see off passengers with wagging tails and happy demeanors. These specially trained dogs can be petted and are a delight for passengers young and old.
  • Explore San Francisco according to your own terms and rent a car for your time in the city. The San Francisco International Airport (SFO) has its own car rental center that can be conveniently reached with the AirTrain, which connects all terminals and the center. Here you will find various companies like Avis, Hertz, and National.
  • Should your stomach already rumble after your arrival in San Francisco, you can benefit from the selection of restaurants in the airport’s Food Court, situated in the main terminal hall. Here you’ll find American cuisine in eateries like Potrero Grill as well as international dishes in Koi Palace or 24th & Mission Taco House.
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Prefer to fly direct from San Diego to San Francisco?

Find which airlines fly direct from San Diego to San Francisco, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

San Diego to San Francisco

Monday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +18 more

ANA, Air Canada, +19 more

Tuesday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +20 more

ANA, Air Canada, +21 more

Wednesday

ANA, Air Canada, Air China, +19 more

ANA, Air Canada, +20 more

Thursday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +20 more

ANA, Air Canada, +21 more

Friday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +18 more

ANA, Air Canada, +19 more

Saturday

ANA, Air Canada, Air China, +21 more

ANA, Air Canada, +22 more

Sunday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +19 more

ANA, Air Canada, +20 more

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Direct returns

San Francisco to San Diego

Monday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +16 more

ANA, Air Canada, +17 more

Tuesday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +19 more

ANA, Air Canada, +20 more

Wednesday

ANA, Air Canada, Air China, +19 more

ANA, Air Canada, +20 more

Thursday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +20 more

ANA, Air Canada, +21 more

Friday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +16 more

ANA, Air Canada, +17 more

Saturday

ANA, Air Canada, Air China, +20 more

ANA, Air Canada, +21 more

Sunday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +18 more

ANA, Air Canada, +19 more

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One-way flight deals

directAmerican Airlines
1h 43mSAN-SFO
directCondor
1h 38mSAN-SFO
directQatar Airways
1h 41mSAN-SFO
directAir Canada
1h 41mSAN-SFO
directJapan Airlines
1h 38mSAN-SFO
directFiji Airways
1h 36mSAN-SFO
directEmirates
1h 37mSAN-SFO
directCopa Airlines
1h 34mSAN-SFO
directAsiana Airlines
1h 34mSAN-SFO
directVirgin Australia
1h 41mSAN-SFO
directSWISS
1h 34mSAN-SFO
directAir New Zealand
1h 44mSAN-SFO
directUnited Airlines
1h 41mSAN-SFO
directAlaska Airlines
1h 43mSAN-SFO
directFrontier
1h 36mSAN-SFO
directCathay Pacific
1h 42mSAN-SFO
directQantas Airways
1h 41mSAN-SFO
directSouthwest
1h 45mSAN-SFO
directIberia
1h 40mSAN-SFO
directANA
1h 40mSAN-SFO
directLufthansa
1h 44mSAN-SFO
directAir China
1h 44mSAN-SFO
directSingapore Airlines
1h 43mSAN-SFO
directBritish Airways
1h 43mSAN-SFO

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San Diego - San Francisco Flights

Departure:

San Diego (SAN)United States

Destination:

San Francisco (SFO)United States

Return flight deals:

San Francisco - San Diego

Cabin classes:

₹ 213,365
₹ 4,832

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