Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Cleveland and San Francisco?

Las Vegas (LAS) was the most common stop: 40% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Cleveland to San Francisco?

Flights via Denver (DEN) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $172.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Cleveland to San Francisco?

Flights connecting via Detroit (DTW) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 6h 53m.

What airlines fly to San Francisco?

Delta, United Airlines and Frontier are the top three most popular airlines that fly to San Francisco from Cleveland according to our data. Delta is the first choice among our users, with 41% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to San Francisco. Keep in mind that there are 7 different airlines that fly to San Francisco on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Cleveland Hopkins Intl to San Francisco?

Frontier, Delta, and Alaska Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Cleveland Hopkins Intl to San Francisco

How many flights depart from Cleveland to San Francisco on average per week?

As of October 2025, there are 66 flights per week flying from Cleveland to San Francisco. The most common day of the week flights depart is Mon, with 17% of flights taking off on this day.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Cleveland to San Francisco?

Minneapolis (MSP) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 0h 44m.

How many flights depart from Cleveland to San Francisco on average per day?

As of October 2025, there are 9 flights per day flying from Cleveland to San Francisco. The most common time of day flights depart is 8:00AM, with 75% of flights taking off at noon.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cleveland Hopkins Intl Airport to San Francisco Airport?

Prices for flights from Cleveland Hopkins Intl Airport to San Francisco Airport are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Cleveland Hopkins Intl Airport to San Francisco Airport?

As of October 2025, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights from Cleveland Hopkins Intl Airport to San Francisco Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from Cleveland Hopkins Intl Airport to San Francisco Airport?

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 Cleveland Hopkins Intl Airport to San Francisco Airport.

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

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to San Francisco Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at San Francisco Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to San Francisco?

If you aren’t able to travel to San Francisco during the month of November, then flying in February is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $368.

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

The cheapest day to depart from Cleveland to San Francisco is on a Friday when prices can be found for as low as $477. The most expensive day to fly to San Francisco is Monday, with ticket prices averaging around $814.

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

Our data shows that the cheapest Cleveland to San Francisco flights are usually those with departure times at noon. Our users have found flights to San Francisco at noon for as low as $316. Flights in the evening are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $694.

What is the cheapest Cleveland Hopkins Intl to San Francisco flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to San Francisco from Cleveland when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San Francisco for around $385 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to San Francisco from Cleveland for as low as $322 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Cleveland Hopkins Intl to San Francisco flights?

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

Can stopping save me money on Cleveland to San Francisco flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Cleveland to San Francisco.

How have Cleveland to San Francisco flight prices changed over time?

As of October 2025, prices for Cleveland to San Francisco flights are approximately 60% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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The best one-way flight to San Francisco from Cleveland in the past 72 hours is $208. The best round-trip flight deal from Cleveland to San Francisco found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $316.

The fastest flight from Cleveland to San Francisco takes 5h 27m

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How far is Cleveland Hopkins Intl to San Francisco by plane?
The straight-line distance from Cleveland Hopkins Intl to San Francisco is 2159.8 mi. Flights usually cover this in 5h 29m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cleveland Hopkins Intl Airport to San Francisco Airport?
Prices for flights from Cleveland Hopkins Intl Airport to San Francisco Airport are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Cleveland Hopkins Intl Airport to San Francisco Airport?
As of October 2025, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights from Cleveland Hopkins Intl Airport to San Francisco Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Cleveland Hopkins Intl Airport to San Francisco Airport?
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 Cleveland Hopkins Intl Airport to San Francisco Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Francisco Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to San Francisco Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at San Francisco Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Cleveland to San Francisco?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Cleveland to San Francisco is Boeing 737 MAX 8, representing 38.34% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Boeing 737 MAX 9 at 21.55%, Boeing 737-900 at 17.84%, and Boeing 737-800 at 16.78%.
What is the most popular airline from Cleveland to San Francisco?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from Cleveland to San Francisco is United Airlines, representing 63% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are Frontier at 16%, Delta at 11%, and American Airlines at 7%.

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Frontier	PriceFrom $128	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.8 3,130 reviews	Search Frontier flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $198	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,024 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
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United Airlines Flights From Cleveland to San Francisco
United Airlines flight deals from Cleveland to San Francisco start from $289 round-trip. Over the 27 United Airlines flights for this route in a normal week, average airfare is usually $415 round-trip - but some users have found much cheaper deals with momondo.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to San Francisco?

If you aren’t able to travel to San Francisco during the month of November, then flying in February is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $368.

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

The cheapest day to depart from Cleveland to San Francisco is on a Friday when prices can be found for as low as $477. The most expensive day to fly to San Francisco is Monday, with ticket prices averaging around $814.

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

Our data shows that the cheapest Cleveland to San Francisco flights are usually those with departure times at noon. Our users have found flights to San Francisco at noon for as low as $316. Flights in the evening are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $694.

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What cabin class options are available on Cleveland Hopkins Intl to San Francisco flights?

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

Can stopping save me money on Cleveland to San Francisco flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Cleveland to San Francisco.

How have Cleveland to San Francisco flight prices changed over time?

As of October 2025, prices for Cleveland to San Francisco flights are approximately 60% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Cleveland Hopkins Intl to San Francisco?

Frontier, Delta, and Alaska Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Cleveland Hopkins Intl to San Francisco

What airlines fly to San Francisco?

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Cleveland and San Francisco?

Las Vegas (LAS) was the most common stop: 40% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Cleveland to San Francisco?

Flights via Denver (DEN) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $172.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Cleveland to San Francisco?

Flights connecting via Detroit (DTW) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 6h 53m.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Cleveland to San Francisco?

Minneapolis (MSP) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 0h 44m.

How many flights depart from Cleveland to San Francisco on average per day?

As of October 2025, there are 9 flights per day flying from Cleveland to San Francisco. The most common time of day flights depart is 8:00AM, with 75% of flights taking off at noon.

How many flights depart from Cleveland to San Francisco on average per week?

As of October 2025, there are 66 flights per week flying from Cleveland to San Francisco. The most common day of the week flights depart is Mon, with 17% of flights taking off on this day.

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