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 Miami, and flying into San Francisco Bay Area, then you can expect flight times to average 10h 55m and 9h 05m, respectively.

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Frontier

Mar 18

LAX

1h 37m

SFO

Mar 23

SFO

1h 30m

LAX

$83

Frontier

Apr 16

LAX

1h 38m

SFO

Apr 20

SFO

1h 40m

LAX

$84

Frontier

Apr 10

LAX

1h 39m

SFO

Apr 13

SFO

1h 42m

LAX

$85

Frontier

Aug 1

LAX

1h 32m

SFO

Aug 3

SFO

1h 34m

LAX

$86

Frontier

Mar 26

LAX

1h 37m

SFO

Mar 31

SFO

1h 30m

LAX

$87

Multiple Airlines

Apr 9

LAX

1h 39m

SFO

Apr 13

SFO

10h 16m

1 stop

LAX

$88

Alaska Airlines

Apr 7

LAX

1h 35m

SFO

Apr 7

SFO

1h 35m

LAX

$89

Frontier

Apr 4

LAX

1h 34m

SFO

Apr 16

SFO

13h 54m

1 stop

LAX

$90

United Airlines

Apr 30

LAX

1h 35m

SFO

May 4

SFO

1h 41m

LAX

$91

Frontier

Apr 11

LAX

1h 39m

SFO

Apr 15

SFO

1h 40m

LAX

$92

Frontier

Apr 13

LAX

14h 59m

1 stop

SFO

Apr 18

SFO

1h 40m

LAX

$93

Frontier

Apr 17

LAX

10h 18m

1 stop

SFO

May 2

SFO

1h 40m

LAX

$94

Flights to San Jose, California

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Frontier

Apr 13

LAX

1h 18m

SJC

Apr 20

SJC

1h 24m

LAX

$87

Frontier

Mar 30

LAX

1h 18m

SJC

Apr 12

SJC

1h 24m

LAX

$97

Frontier

Apr 6

LAX

1h 18m

SJC

Apr 6

SJC

1h 24m

LAX

$98

Frontier

Mar 23

LAX

1h 19m

SJC

Mar 30

SJC

21h 10m

1 stop

LAX

$104

Multiple Airlines

Mar 23

LAX

1h 19m

SJC

Mar 30

SJC

12h 46m

1 stop

LAX

$105

Frontier

Apr 3

LAX

1h 18m

SJC

Apr 6

SJC

1h 24m

LAX

$106

Multiple Airlines

Mar 26

LAX

8h 04m

1 stop

SJC

Mar 30

SJC

1h 26m

LAX

$107

Frontier

Apr 17

LAX

1h 18m

SJC

Apr 20

SJC

1h 24m

LAX

$108

Multiple Airlines

Mar 26

LAX

8h 04m

1 stop

SJC

Apr 6

SJC

1h 24m

LAX

$109

Frontier

Mar 27

LAX

1h 18m

SJC

Apr 6

SJC

1h 24m

LAX

$110

Frontier

Apr 24

LAX

1h 18m

SJC

Apr 27

SJC

1h 24m

LAX

$112

Frontier

Aug 6

LAX

1h 18m

SJC

Aug 8

SJC

1h 25m

LAX

$113

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8:01 pm - 9:38 pm

LAX

SFO

1h 37mnonstop

8:09 pm - 9:39 pm

SFO

LAX

1h 30mnonstop

$83Frontier

Wed, Mar 18 - Mon, Mar 23

8:01 pm - 9:39 pm

LAX

SFO

1h 38mnonstop

6:29 pm - 8:09 pm

SFO

LAX

1h 40mnonstop

$84Frontier

Thu, Apr 16 - Mon, Apr 20

8:42 am - 10:17 am

LAX

SFO

1h 35mnonstop

12:26 pm - 2:01 pm

SFO

LAX

1h 35mnonstop

$89Alaska Airlines

Tue, Apr 7 - Tue, Apr 7

6:00 am - 7:35 am

LAX

SFO

1h 35mnonstop

1:50 pm - 3:31 pm

SFO

LAX

1h 41mnonstop

$91United Airlines

Thu, Apr 30 - Mon, May 4

9:11 pm - 10:47 pm

SNA

SFO

1h 36mnonstop

6:50 am - 8:28 am

SFO

SNA

1h 38mnonstop

$159Alaska Airlines

Wed, May 13 - Wed, May 20

7:00 am - 9:59 am

EWR

SFO

5h 59mnonstop

10:35 pm - 7:00 am

SFO

EWR

5h 25mnonstop

$219United Airlines

Wed, Jul 15 - Sat, Jul 18

2:00 pm - 10:00 pm

EWR

SFO

11h 00m

1 stop

7:00 am - 6:46 pm

SFO

EWR

8h 46m

1 stop

$222American Airlines

Tue, Apr 14 - Sat, Apr 25

5:20 pm - 11:59 pm

EWR

SFO

9h 39m

1 stop

7:00 am - 6:46 pm

SFO

EWR

8h 46m

1 stop

$224American Airlines

Sat, Apr 18 - Sat, Apr 25

7:00 am - 4:04 pm

IAD

SFO

12h 04m

1 stop

5:50 am - 4:52 pm

SFO

IAD

8h 02m

1 stop

$251Delta

Wed, Mar 18 - Wed, Mar 25

6:00 am - 12:33 pm

IAD

SFO

9h 33m

1 stop

5:50 am - 4:31 pm

SFO

IAD

7h 41m

1 stop

$257Delta

Tue, May 5 - Tue, May 12

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Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Wed 3/18

8:01 pm-9:38 pm

Nonstop1h 37m

San Francisco

Mon 3/23

8:09 pm-9:39 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$83

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Thu 4/16

8:01 pm-9:39 pm

Nonstop1h 38m

San Francisco

Mon 4/20

6:29 pm-8:09 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

$84

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Tue 4/7

8:42 am-10:17 am

Nonstop1h 35m

San Francisco

Tue 4/7

12:26 pm-2:01 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

$89

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Thu 4/30

6:00 am-7:35 am

Nonstop1h 35m

San Francisco

Mon 5/4

1:50 pm-3:31 pm

Nonstop1h 41m

$91

Santa AnaSan Francisco

SNA - SFO

SNASFO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 5/13

9:11 pm-10:47 pm

Nonstop1h 36m

San Francisco

Wed 5/20

6:50 am-8:28 am

Nonstop1h 38m

$159

NewarkSan Francisco

EWR - SFO

EWRSFO

Newark

Wed 7/15

7:00 am-9:59 am

Nonstop5h 59m

San Francisco

Sat 7/18

10:35 pm-7:00 am

Nonstop5h 25m

$219

NewarkSan Francisco

EWR - SFO

EWRSFO

Newark

Tue 4/14

2:00 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop11h 00m

San Francisco

Sat 4/25

7:00 am-6:46 pm

1 stop8h 46m

$222

NewarkSan Francisco

EWR - SFO

EWRSFO

Newark

Sat 4/18

5:20 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop9h 39m

San Francisco

Sat 4/25

7:00 am-6:46 pm

1 stop8h 46m

$224

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 3/18

7:00 am-4:04 pm

1 stop12h 04m

San Francisco

Wed 3/25

5:50 am-4:52 pm

1 stop8h 02m

$251

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 5/5

6:00 am-12:33 pm

1 stop9h 33m

San Francisco

Tue 5/12

5:50 am-4:31 pm

1 stop7h 41m

$257

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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 $203. 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 $356.

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

Best One-Way Price	$46
Best Round-Trip Price	$83
Fastest flight time	1h 18m
Popular in	November

The best one-way flight price to San Francisco Bay Area from United States in the last 72 hours is $46 (Los Angeles to San Jose).

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The best round-trip flight price to San Francisco Bay Area from United States in the last 72 hours is $83 (Los Angeles to San Francisco).

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The fastest flight to San Francisco Bay Area from United States takes 1h 18m (Los Angeles to San Jose).

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November has the highest demand for flights to San Francisco Bay Area, with a 9% 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 43% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to San Francisco Bay Area. Keep in mind that there are 12 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 77 as of March 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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