How many flights depart from California to San Francisco Bay Area on average per day?

The number of flights available between California and San Francisco Bay Area is 454 per day as of December 2025. The most frequent departure time is 6:00AM, with 34% of daily flights leaving in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from California to San Francisco Bay Area?

Alaska Airlines, United Airlines, and Southwest are the most popular carriers operating from California to San Francisco Bay Area

How many flights depart from California to San Francisco Bay Area on average per week?

As of December 2025, 3,184 flights take off from California and land in San Francisco Bay Area each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Fri, with 17% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

What airlines fly to San Francisco Bay Area?

United Airlines, Frontier and Alaska Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to San Francisco Bay Area from California according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 27% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to San Francisco Bay Area. Keep in mind that there are 10 different airlines that fly to San Francisco Bay Area on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How long is the flight from California to San Francisco Bay Area?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in California, such as San Diego or San Jose, and flying into San Francisco Bay Area, then you can expect flight times to average 1h 01m and 1h 20m, respectively.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to San Francisco Bay Area?

Prices for flights from California to San Francisco Bay Area are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to San Francisco Bay Area?

There are 9 operators available for flights from California to San Francisco Bay Area as of December 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from California to San Francisco Bay Area?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to San Francisco Bay Area.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Francisco Bay Area?

The required travel and health documents for your San Francisco Bay Area trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at San Francisco Bay Area. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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$58Frontier

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SAN

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$106Hawaiian Airlines

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SFO

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SAN

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SFO

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SFO

1h 48mnonstop

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SAN

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3:50 pm - 5:20 pm

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OAK

1h 30mnonstop

6:15 am - 7:40 am

OAK

LAX

1h 25mnonstop

$185Southwest

Wed, Jan 14 - Thu, Jan 15

7:30 am - 1:34 pm

ONT

SJC

6h 04m1 stop

7:15 am - 1:54 pm

SJC

ONT

6h 39m1 stop

$185Delta

Wed, Feb 11 - Sat, Feb 21

5:05 pm - 6:30 pm

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OAK

1h 25mnonstop

5:25 pm - 8:55 pm

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LAX

3h 30m1 stop

$187Southwest

Tue, Feb 17 - Wed, Feb 18

1:10 pm - 10:05 pm

ONT

SJC

8h 55m2 stops

2:25 pm - 10:37 pm

SJC

ONT

8h 12m1 stop

$190Delta

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LAX2:10 pmLos Angeles

1h 25m

SFO3:35 pmSan Francisco

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SFO11:10 amSan Francisco

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LAX11:15 amLos Angeles

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SFO6:05 pmSan Francisco

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Jan 22

LAS9:15 amLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

1h 40m

SFO10:55 amSan Francisco

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LAS5:07 pmLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

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Jan 22

LAS2:03 pmLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

1h 53m

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Jan 16

LAS6:00 amLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

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What is the cheapest month to fly to San Francisco Bay Area?

In general, January is the cheapest month to fly from California to San Francisco Bay Area. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $123. If you aren’t able to travel to San Francisco Bay Area during the month of January, then flying in February is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $133.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to San Francisco Bay Area?

On average, the least expensive day to fly to San Francisco Bay Area from California is on a Friday. momondo users have found tickets for Friday departures for as low as $198. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. On the other hand, Monday is the most expensive day to depart from California because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $338.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to San Francisco Bay Area?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to San Francisco Bay Area is in the afternoon. Flights from California to San Francisco Bay Area during this time can be as low as $178. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to San Francisco Bay Area is in the evening when prices are around $479.

What is the cheapest California to San Francisco Bay Area flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to San Francisco Bay Area?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to San Francisco Bay Area from California when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San Francisco Bay Area for around $167 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to San Francisco Bay Area from California for as low as $118 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on California to San Francisco Bay Area flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on California to San Francisco Bay Area flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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Fastest flight time	0h 55m
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Airports in San Francisco Bay Area	6 airports

The fastest flight from California to San Francisco Bay Area takes 0h 55m

Direct flights go from California to San Francisco Bay Area every day.

There are 6 airports in San Francisco Bay Area. From California there are direct flights to San Jose (SJC).

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to San Francisco Bay Area?
Prices for flights from California to San Francisco Bay Area are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to San Francisco Bay Area?
There are 9 operators available for flights from California to San Francisco Bay Area as of December 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from California to San Francisco Bay Area?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to San Francisco Bay Area.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Francisco Bay Area?
The required travel and health documents for your San Francisco Bay Area trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at San Francisco Bay Area. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from California to San Francisco Bay Area?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from California to San Francisco Bay Area is Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner (12.13% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Airbus A321neo (8.98%), Boeing 777-300ER (7.84%), and Airbus A320neo (7.80%).

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Frontier	PriceFrom $19	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.8 3,071 reviews	Search Frontier flights
Spirit Airlines	PriceFrom $24	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.3 8,210 reviews	Search Spirit Airlines flights
Hawaiian Airlines	PriceFrom $30	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 2,820 reviews	Search Hawaiian Airlines flights
Avelo Airlines	PriceFrom $47	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 86 reviews	Search Avelo Airlines flights
Alaska Airlines	PriceFrom $56	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 11,545 reviews	Search Alaska Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $57	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,116 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $77	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,257 reviews	Search Southwest flights
Delta	PriceFrom $88	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,019 reviews	Search Delta flights
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Can stopping save me money on California to San Francisco Bay Area flights?

You could potentially save up to 73% on your flight if you consider stops on a California to San Francisco Bay Area flight.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from California to San Francisco Bay Area?

Alaska Airlines, United Airlines, and Southwest are the most popular carriers operating from California to San Francisco Bay Area

What airlines fly to San Francisco Bay Area?

How many flights depart from California to San Francisco Bay Area on average per day?

The number of flights available between California and San Francisco Bay Area is 454 per day as of December 2025. The most frequent departure time is 6:00AM, with 34% of daily flights leaving in the afternoon.

How many flights depart from California to San Francisco Bay Area on average per week?

As of December 2025, 3,184 flights take off from California and land in San Francisco Bay Area each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Fri, with 17% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

How long is the flight from California to San Francisco Bay Area?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in California, such as San Diego or San Jose, and flying into San Francisco Bay Area, then you can expect flight times to average 1h 01m and 1h 20m, respectively.

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