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

If you’re flying from a popular airport in United States, such as Los Angeles or San Francisco, and flying into San Francisco Bay Area, then you can expect flight times to average 10h 55m and 10h 15m, respectively.

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Multiple Airlines

Jul 4

LAX

1h 22m

SFO

Jul 11

SFO

1h 36m

LAX

$103

Alaska Airlines

Jul 22

LAX

1h 24m

SFO

Jul 22

SFO

1h 31m

LAX

$104

Frontier

Jun 30

LAX

1h 33m

SFO

Jul 3

SFO

1h 43m

LAX

$105

Frontier

Sep 3

LAX

1h 38m

SFO

Sep 6

SFO

1h 38m

LAX

$106

Frontier

Jul 11

ONT

1h 32m

SFO

Jul 14

SFO

1h 38m

ONT

$106

Frontier

Aug 6

LAX

1h 33m

SFO

Aug 8

SFO

1h 31m

LAX

$107

Frontier

Jul 15

ONT

1h 32m

SFO

Jul 23

SFO

1h 34m

ONT

$107

Frontier

Aug 5

LAX

1h 33m

SFO

Aug 12

SFO

1h 31m

LAX

$108

Southwest

Jul 14

LAX

1h 15m

SFO

Jul 21

SFO

1h 40m

LAX

$109

Frontier

Jul 21

ONT

1h 32m

SFO

Jul 23

SFO

1h 34m

ONT

$109

Frontier

Jul 27

LAX

1h 38m

SFO

Jul 30

SFO

1h 36m

LAX

$110

Frontier

Jul 26

ONT

1h 32m

SFO

Aug 6

SFO

1h 29m

ONT

$110

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Frontier

Aug 29

LAX

1h 18m

SJC

Sep 30

SJC

1h 21m

LAX

$86

Frontier

Jul 20

LAX

1h 17m

SJC

Jul 23

SJC

1h 25m

LAX

$89

Frontier

Aug 6

LAX

1h 17m

SJC

Aug 10

SJC

1h 25m

LAX

$90

Frontier

Aug 13

LAX

1h 17m

SJC

Aug 17

SJC

1h 25m

LAX

$92

Frontier

Sep 11

LAX

1h 31m

SJC

Sep 13

SJC

1h 21m

LAX

$97

Frontier

Aug 7

LAX

1h 17m

SJC

Aug 9

SJC

1h 25m

LAX

$98

Frontier

Sep 9

LAX

1h 31m

SJC

Sep 13

SJC

1h 21m

LAX

$100

Frontier

Aug 21

LAX

1h 18m

SJC

Aug 24

SJC

1h 25m

LAX

$101

Frontier

Aug 14

LAX

1h 17m

SJC

Aug 24

SJC

1h 25m

LAX

$102

Frontier

Sep 9

LAX

1h 31m

SJC

Sep 14

SJC

1h 21m

LAX

$104

Frontier

Aug 6

LAX

1h 17m

SJC

Aug 15

SJC

1h 25m

LAX

$105

Frontier

Aug 13

LAX

1h 17m

SJC

Aug 22

SJC

1h 25m

LAX

$106

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6:57 pm - 8:30 pm

LAX

SFO

1h 33mnonstop

8:23 pm - 9:59 pm

SFO

LAX

1h 36mnonstop

$103Frontier

Sat, Jul 4 - Tue, Jul 7

10:03 am - 11:27 am

LAX

SFO

1h 24mnonstop

1:51 pm - 3:22 pm

SFO

LAX

1h 31mnonstop

$104Alaska Airlines

Wed, Jul 22 - Wed, Jul 22

5:35 pm - 6:50 pm

LAX

SFO

1h 15mnonstop

5:20 pm - 7:00 pm

SFO

LAX

1h 40mnonstop

$109Southwest

Tue, Jul 14 - Tue, Jul 21

7:35 pm - 9:57 pm

SEA

SFO

2h 22mnonstop

9:07 pm - 11:26 pm

SFO

SEA

2h 19mnonstop

$167United Airlines

Wed, Aug 12 - Wed, Aug 19

7:20 am - 9:38 am

SEA

SFO

2h 18mnonstop

6:20 am - 8:31 am

SFO

SEA

2h 11mnonstop

$172Delta

Tue, Jul 28 - Wed, Aug 5

4:35 pm - 11:20 pm

SEA

SFO

6h 45m

1 stop

8:55 am - 4:50 pm

SFO

SEA

7h 55m

1 stop

$177Southwest

Wed, Jul 15 - Wed, Jul 22

7:35 am - 3:08 pm

ORD

SFO

9h 33m

1 stop

12:40 am - 11:42 am

SFO

ORD

9h 02m

1 stop

$302Delta

Fri, Nov 27 - Wed, Dec 2

6:10 am - 8:47 am

ORD

SFO

4h 37mnonstop

3:10 pm - 9:38 pm

SFO

ORD

4h 28mnonstop

$303United Airlines

Wed, Jul 15 - Fri, Jul 17

6:29 am - 9:05 am

ORD

SFO

4h 36mnonstop

11:20 pm - 8:39 am

SFO

ORD

7h 19m

1 stop

$304American Airlines

Wed, Jul 29 - Mon, Aug 3

2:46 pm - 9:16 pm

IAD

SFO

9h 30m

1 stop

11:30 am - 5:00 am

SFO

IAD

14h 30m

1 stop

$351American Airlines

Wed, Oct 14 - Tue, Oct 20

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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Sat 7/4

6:57 pm-8:30 pm

Nonstop1h 33m

San Francisco

Tue 7/7

8:23 pm-9:59 pm

Nonstop1h 36m

$103

Quickest round-trip

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Wed 7/22

10:03 am-11:27 am

Nonstop1h 24m

San Francisco

Wed 7/22

1:51 pm-3:22 pm

Nonstop1h 31m

$104

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Tue 7/14

5:35 pm-6:50 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

San Francisco

Tue 7/21

5:20 pm-7:00 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

$109

SeattleSan Francisco

SEA - SFO

SEASFO

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Wed 8/12

7:35 pm-9:57 pm

Nonstop2h 22m

San Francisco

Wed 8/19

9:07 pm-11:26 pm

Nonstop2h 19m

$167

SeattleSan Francisco

SEA - SFO

SEASFO

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Tue 7/28

7:20 am-9:38 am

Nonstop2h 18m

San Francisco

Wed 8/5

6:20 am-8:31 am

Nonstop2h 11m

$172

SeattleSan Francisco

SEA - SFO

SEASFO

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Wed 7/15

4:35 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop6h 45m

San Francisco

Wed 7/22

8:55 am-4:50 pm

1 stop7h 55m

$177

ChicagoSan Francisco

ORD - SFO

ORDSFO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 11/27

7:35 am-3:08 pm

1 stop9h 33m

San Francisco

Wed 12/2

12:40 am-11:42 am

1 stop9h 02m

$302

ChicagoSan Francisco

ORD - SFO

ORDSFO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 7/15

6:10 am-8:47 am

Nonstop4h 37m

San Francisco

Fri 7/17

3:10 pm-9:38 pm

Nonstop4h 28m

$303

ChicagoSan Francisco

ORD - SFO

ORDSFO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 7/29

6:29 am-9:05 am

Nonstop4h 36m

San Francisco

Mon 8/3

11:20 pm-8:39 am

1 stop7h 19m

$304

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 10/14

2:46 pm-9:16 pm

1 stop9h 30m

San Francisco

Tue 10/20

11:30 am-5:00 am

1 stop14h 30m

$351

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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 United States is on a Friday. momondo users have found tickets for Friday departures for as low as $220. 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 United States because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $346.

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Summary info about San Francisco Bay Area flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	$59
Best Round-Trip Price	$103
Fastest flight time	1h 19m
Popular in	May

The best one-way flight price to San Francisco Bay Area from United States in the last 5 days is $59 (Los Angeles to San Francisco).

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The best round-trip flight price to San Francisco Bay Area from United States in the last 5 days is $103 (Los Angeles to San Francisco).

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The fastest flight to San Francisco Bay Area from United States takes 1h 19m (Los Angeles to San Francisco).

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May has the highest demand for flights to San Francisco Bay Area, with a 15% price increase on average.

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Frequently asked questions about flying to San Francisco Bay Area

What airlines fly to San Francisco Bay Area?

United Airlines, Delta and American Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to San Francisco Bay Area according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 46% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to San Francisco Bay Area. Keep in mind that there are 11 different airlines that fly to San Francisco Bay Area on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the best day of the week to fly to San Francisco Bay Area?

Flying to San Francisco Bay Area on a Friday or Thursday is your best option since this is when flight prices tend to be at their lowest for the week. The most expensive day of the week to fly to San Francisco Bay Area is on a Monday.

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

Prices for flights to San Francisco Bay Area refresh daily.

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

The number of operators available for flights to San Francisco Bay Area is 74 as of June 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly 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 to San Francisco Bay Area.

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

The travel and health documents required for your trip to San Francisco Bay Area can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at San Francisco Bay Area. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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