What airlines fly to California?

Alaska Airlines, Southwest and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to California from San Francisco Bay Area according to our data. Alaska Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 29% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to California. Keep in mind that there are 11 different airlines that fly to California on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

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

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

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

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

As of March 2026, there are 11 operators available to choose from for flights from San Francisco Bay Area to California.

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

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from San Francisco Bay Area to California.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to California?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to California 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 California. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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

As of March 2026, 339 flights take off from San Francisco Bay Area and land in California each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 4:00PM, with 38% of daily flights taking off in the afternoon.

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

As of March 2026, 2,376 flights take off from San Francisco Bay Area and land in California each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 22% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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8:32 pm - 9:56 pm

SJC

LAX

1h 24mnonstop

6:09 pm - 7:27 pm

LAX

SJC

1h 18mnonstop

$85Frontier

man., apr. 13 - man., apr. 20

2:16 pm - 4:01 pm

SFO

LAS

1h 45mnonstop

4:35 pm - 6:25 pm

LAS

SFO

1h 50mnonstop

$86Frontier

ons., juni 10 - lør., juni 13

8:09 pm - 9:51 pm

SFO

LAS

1h 42mnonstop

4:47 pm - 6:37 pm

LAS

SFO

1h 50mnonstop

$87Frontier

man., mar. 23 - tir., mar. 24

1:43 pm - 3:15 pm

SFO

LAX

1h 32mnonstop

6:34 pm - 8:03 pm

LAX

SFO

1h 29mnonstop

$92Alaska Airlines

tir., mar. 31 - tir., mar. 31

5:55 am - 7:35 am

SFO

LAS

1h 40mnonstop

8:10 am - 9:50 am

LAS

SFO

1h 40mnonstop

$95Southwest

ons., apr. 15 - ons., apr. 22

7:00 am - 8:44 am

SFO

SAN

1h 44mnonstop

6:36 am - 8:24 am

SAN

SFO

1h 48mnonstop

$116United Airlines

tor., apr. 16 - søn., apr. 19

6:35 am - 8:15 am

SFO

SAN

1h 40mnonstop

8:59 pm - 10:52 pm

SAN

SFO

1h 53mnonstop

$117Alaska Airlines

ons., apr. 1 - ons., apr. 1

10:10 am - 5:50 pm

SFO

SAN

7h 40m

2 stops

8:20 pm - 10:05 pm

SAN

SFO

1h 45mnonstop

$120Southwest

lør., apr. 18 - tir., apr. 21

4:53 pm - 9:17 pm

SFO

PSP

4h 24m

1 stop

5:08 pm - 11:57 pm

PSP

SFO

6h 49m

1 stop

$157Delta

tir., maj 12 - tor., maj 14

7:00 am - 8:46 am

SFO

PSP

1h 46mnonstop

6:09 pm - 11:09 pm

PSP

SFO

5h 00m

1 stop

$168United Airlines

lør., mar. 21 - man., mar. 23

Frontier flights from San Francisco Bay Area to California

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Frontier

Apr 13

SJC8:32 pmSan Jose

1h 24m

LAX9:56 pmLos Angeles

Apr 20

LAX6:09 pmLos Angeles

1h 18m

SJC7:27 pmSan Jose

$85

Frontier

Apr 2

SFO8:09 pmSan Francisco

1h 37m

LAX9:46 pmLos Angeles

Apr 8

LAX7:34 pmLos Angeles

1h 39m

SFO9:13 pmSan Francisco

$87

Frontier

Mar 17

SFO8:09 pmSan Francisco

1h 30m

LAX9:39 pmLos Angeles

Mar 18

LAX8:01 pmLos Angeles

1h 37m

SFO9:38 pmSan Francisco

$88

Alaska Airlines flights from San Francisco Bay Area to California

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Alaska Airlines

Mar 31

SFO1:43 pmSan Francisco

1h 32m

LAX3:15 pmLos Angeles

Mar 31

LAX6:34 pmLos Angeles

1h 29m

SFO8:03 pmSan Francisco

$92

Alaska Airlines

Apr 7

SFO12:26 pmSan Francisco

1h 35m

LAX2:01 pmLos Angeles

Apr 11

LAX6:00 amLos Angeles

1h 30m

SFO7:30 amSan Francisco

$97

Alaska Airlines

May 13

SFO9:57 amSan Francisco

1h 34m

LAX11:31 amLos Angeles

May 16

LAX1:45 pmLos Angeles

1h 27m

SFO3:12 pmSan Francisco

$126

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SJC - LAX

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man. 4/13

8:32 pm-9:56 pm

Nonstop1h 24m

Los Angeles

man. 4/20

6:09 pm-7:27 pm

Nonstop1h 18m

$85

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SFO - LAS

SFOLAS

San Francisco

ons. 6/10

2:16 pm-4:01 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

lør. 6/13

4:35 pm-6:25 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

$86

San FranciscoLas Vegas

SFO - LAS

SFOLAS

San Francisco

man. 3/23

8:09 pm-9:51 pm

Nonstop1h 42m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

tir. 3/24

4:47 pm-6:37 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

$87

San FranciscoLos Angeles

SFO - LAX

SFOLAX

San Francisco

tir. 3/31

1:43 pm-3:15 pm

Nonstop1h 32m

Los Angeles

tir. 3/31

6:34 pm-8:03 pm

Nonstop1h 29m

$92

San FranciscoLas Vegas

SFO - LAS

SFOLAS

San Francisco

ons. 4/15

5:55 am-7:35 am

Nonstop1h 40m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

ons. 4/22

8:10 am-9:50 am

Nonstop1h 40m

$95

San FranciscoSan Diego

SFO - SAN

SFOSAN

San Francisco

tor. 4/16

7:00 am-8:44 am

Nonstop1h 44m

San Diego

søn. 4/19

6:36 am-8:24 am

Nonstop1h 48m

$116

San FranciscoSan Diego

SFO - SAN

SFOSAN

San Francisco

ons. 4/1

6:35 am-8:15 am

Nonstop1h 40m

San Diego

ons. 4/1

8:59 pm-10:52 pm

Nonstop1h 53m

$117

San FranciscoSan Diego

SFO - SAN

SFOSAN

San Francisco

lør. 4/18

10:10 am-5:50 pm

2 stops7h 40m

San Diego

tir. 4/21

8:20 pm-10:05 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

$120

San FranciscoPalm Springs

SFO - PSP

SFOPSP

San Francisco

tir. 5/12

4:53 pm-9:17 pm

1 stop4h 24m

Palm Springs

tor. 5/14

5:08 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop6h 49m

$157

San FranciscoPalm Springs

SFO - PSP

SFOPSP

San Francisco

lør. 3/21

7:00 am-8:46 am

Nonstop1h 46m

Palm Springs

man. 3/23

6:09 pm-11:09 pm

1 stop5h 00m

$168

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What is the cheapest month to fly to California?

The month of August is another great option to travel to California, with average flight prices from San Francisco Bay Area averaging around $167.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to California?

The cheapest day to depart from San Francisco Bay Area to California is on a Friday. Travelers who choose to depart for California on a Friday will often find tickets for as low as $247. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Sunday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to California on Sunday is $405.

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

The cheapest time of day to fly to California is at noon when flights can be purchased for as low as $245. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the afternoon when prices are $317 on average. Flights to California from San Francisco Bay Area in the afternoon are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travelers’ schedules.

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

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How far in advance should I book a flight to California?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to California from San Francisco Bay Area when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to California for around $187 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to California from San Francisco Bay Area for as low as $112 on momondo.

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

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on San Francisco Bay Area to California 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 San Francisco Bay Area to California flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between San Francisco Bay Area to California.

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Fastest flight time	0h 53m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in California	418 airports

The fastest flight from San Francisco Bay Area to California takes 0h 53m

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

There are 418 airports in California. From San Francisco Bay Area there are direct flights to San Diego (SAN), Los Angeles (LAX), Ontario (ONT).

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Francisco Bay Area to California?
Prices for flights from San Francisco Bay Area to California are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Francisco Bay Area to California?
As of March 2026, there are 11 operators available to choose from for flights from San Francisco Bay Area to California.
How old do you have to be to fly from San Francisco Bay Area to California?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from San Francisco Bay Area to California.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to California?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to California 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 California. 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 San Francisco Bay Area to California?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between San Francisco Bay Area and California, the leading plane model is Airbus A321neo, making up 11.14% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner with 9.16%, Airbus A318/A319/A320/A321 with 5.83%, and Airbus A320neo with 5.74%.

Best airlines flying from San Francisco Bay Area to California

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Frontier	PriceFrom $27	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.7 3,041 reviews	Search Frontier flights
Spirit Airlines	PriceFrom $32	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.3 8,486 reviews	Search Spirit Airlines flights
Hawaiian Airlines	PriceFrom $38	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 2,837 reviews	Search Hawaiian Airlines flights
Avelo Airlines	PriceFrom $45	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 88 reviews	Search Avelo Airlines flights
JetBlue	PriceFrom $53	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 2,895 reviews	Search JetBlue flights
Delta	PriceFrom $53	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,238 reviews	Search Delta flights
Alaska Airlines	PriceFrom $57	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 11,977 reviews	Search Alaska Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $57	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,375 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $77	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,307 reviews	Search Southwest flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $111	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,371 reviews	Search American Airlines flights

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