What is the cheapest airline that flies from San Francisco to Anchorage?

Delta and Alaska Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from San Francisco to Anchorage

What airlines fly to Anchorage?

Alaska Airlines, United Airlines and Delta are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Anchorage from San Francisco according to our data. Alaska Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 70% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Anchorage. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Anchorage on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Anchorage Airport?

Prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Anchorage Airport refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Francisco Airport to Anchorage Airport?

As of October 2026, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from San Francisco Airport to Anchorage Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from San Francisco Airport to Anchorage 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 San Francisco Airport to Anchorage Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Anchorage Airport?

The required travel and health documents for your Anchorage Airport 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 Anchorage Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

$230 Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Anchorage in 2026/27

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5:39 pm - 12:25 amSFO San Francisco-ANC Anchorage

7h 46m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

6:00 am - 3:41 pmANC Anchorage-SFO San Francisco

8h 41m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$419Alaska Airlines

Sat, Jan 30 - Sat, Feb 6

12:53 pm - 6:45 pmSFO San Francisco-ANC Anchorage

6h 52m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

6:00 am - 1:48 pmANC Anchorage-SFO San Francisco

6h 48m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$419Alaska Airlines

Sat, Feb 6 - Sat, Feb 20

6:00 am - 3:04 pmSFO San Francisco-ANC Anchorage

10h 04m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

1:15 am - 1:24 pmANC Anchorage-SFO San Francisco

11h 09m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$419Delta

Sat, Dec 5 - Mon, Dec 7

2:30 pm - 10:36 pmSFO San Francisco-ANC Anchorage

9h 06m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

1:30 am - 2:07 pmANC Anchorage-SFO San Francisco

11h 37m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$419Delta

Wed, Jan 6 - Tue, Jan 12

11:00 am - 7:42 pmSFO San Francisco-ANC Anchorage

9h 42m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

2:55 am - 8:47 pmANC Anchorage-SFO San Francisco

16h 52m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$419Alaska Airlines

Sat, Oct 31 - Fri, Nov 6

6:54 pm - 10:52 pmSFO San Francisco-ANC Anchorage

4h 58mnonstop

11:55 pm - 5:54 amANC Anchorage-SFO San Francisco

4h 59mnonstop

$625United Airlines

Fri, Dec 25 - Thu, Dec 31

6:54 pm - 10:52 pmSFO San Francisco-ANC Anchorage

4h 58mnonstop

11:55 pm - 5:54 amANC Anchorage-SFO San Francisco

4h 59mnonstop

$625United Airlines

Wed, Dec 23 - Wed, Dec 30

7:00 am - 4:22 pmSFO San Francisco-ANC Anchorage

10h 22m2 stops Los Angeles Seattle/Tacoma Intl

10:00 am - 8:03 pmANC Anchorage-SFO San Francisco

9h 03m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Portland

$695Multiple Airlines

Sun, Jan 10 - Sat, Jan 16

9:25 am - 3:22 pmSFO San Francisco-ANC Anchorage

6h 57m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

12:00 pm - 10:56 pmANC Anchorage-SFO San Francisco

9h 56m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$755American Airlines

Fri, Jan 29 - Mon, Feb 1

9:47 am - 8:37 pmSFO San Francisco-ANC Anchorage

11h 50m2 stops Los Angeles Seattle/Tacoma Intl

1:02 am - 11:32 amANC Anchorage-SFO San Francisco

9h 30m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$760American Airlines

Thu, Dec 24 - Thu, Dec 31

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6:07 am - 2:52 pmSFO San Francisco-ANC Anchorage

9h 45m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Fairbanks

11:21 pm - 8:01 amANC Anchorage-SFO San Francisco

7h 40m1 stop Los Angeles

$801Alaska Airlines

Tue, Oct 6 - Sun, Oct 11

6:07 am - 2:52 pmSFO San Francisco-ANC Anchorage

9h 45m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Fairbanks

1:38 am - 12:26 pmANC Anchorage-SFO San Francisco

9h 48m2 stops Portland Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$909Alaska Airlines

Tue, Oct 6 - Sat, Oct 10

10:23 am - 9:48 pmSFO San Francisco-ANC Anchorage

12h 25m2 stops Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Seattle/Tacoma Intl

2:29 am - 5:55 pmANC Anchorage-SFO San Francisco

14h 26m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

$984Alaska Airlines

Fri, Oct 9 - Sat, Oct 10

12:35 pm - 10:43 pmSFO San Francisco-ANC Anchorage

11h 08m1 stop Denver Intl

11:45 pm - 9:21 amANC Anchorage-SFO San Francisco

8h 36m1 stop Denver Intl

$1,051United Airlines

Fri, Oct 9 - Sat, Oct 17

10:17 am - 10:43 pmSFO San Francisco-ANC Anchorage

13h 26m2 stops Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Denver Intl

11:45 pm - 9:21 amANC Anchorage-SFO San Francisco

8h 36m1 stop Denver Intl

$1,096United Airlines

Fri, Oct 9 - Sat, Oct 17

6:20 am - 3:09 pmSFO San Francisco-ANC Anchorage

9h 49m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

11:29 am - 11:56 pmANC Anchorage-SFO San Francisco

11h 27m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$1,113Delta

Thu, Oct 8 - Sun, Oct 11

6:20 am - 3:09 pmSFO San Francisco-ANC Anchorage

9h 49m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

4:05 pm - 11:56 pmANC Anchorage-SFO San Francisco

6h 51m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$1,153Delta

Fri, Oct 9 - Sun, Oct 11

12:35 pm - 10:43 pmSFO San Francisco-ANC Anchorage

11h 08m1 stop Denver Intl

11:45 pm - 11:22 amANC Anchorage-SFO San Francisco

10h 37m1 stop Denver Intl

$1,153United Airlines

Fri, Oct 9 - Sun, Oct 11

9:43 am - 3:52 pmSFO San Francisco-ANC Anchorage

7h 09m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

8:22 pm - 6:02 pmANC Anchorage-SFO San Francisco

20h 40m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,558American Airlines

Wed, Oct 7 - Fri, Oct 9

6:07 am - 9:48 pmSFO San Francisco-ANC Anchorage

16h 41m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

8:22 pm - 7:25 pmANC Anchorage-SFO San Francisco

22h 03m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,558American Airlines

Thu, Oct 8 - Fri, Oct 9

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Alaska Airlines flights from San Francisco to Anchorage

Our best Alaska Airlines deals on San Francisco to Anchorage flight tickets

Alaska Airlines

Feb 2

SFO4:39 pmSan Francisco

7h 43m

1 stop

ANC11:22 pmAnchorage

Feb 6

ANC9:05 amAnchorage

6h 36m

1 stop

SFO4:41 pmSan Francisco

$419

Alaska Airlines

Dec 2

SFO6:00 amSan Francisco

10h 15m

2 stops

ANC3:15 pmAnchorage

Dec 7

ANC12:24 pmAnchorage

8h 24m

1 stop

SFO9:48 pmSan Francisco

$421

Alaska Airlines

Oct 24

SFO7:43 amSan Francisco

10h 46m

2 stops

ANC5:29 pmAnchorage

Oct 30

ANC1:59 amAnchorage

9h 27m

1 stop

SFO12:26 pmSan Francisco

$424

Delta flights from San Francisco to Anchorage

Our best Delta deals on San Francisco to Anchorage flight tickets

Delta

Oct 31

SFO5:45 pmSan Francisco

18h 49m

1 stop

ANC11:34 amAnchorage

Nov 1

ANC4:05 pmAnchorage

16h 33m

1 stop

SFO9:38 amSan Francisco

$470

Delta

Oct 27

SFO5:45 pmSan Francisco

17h 49m

1 stop

ANC10:34 amAnchorage

Nov 6

ANC4:05 pmAnchorage

16h 33m

1 stop

SFO9:38 amSan Francisco

$471

Delta

Jan 30

SFO7:00 amSan Francisco

16h 36m

2 stops

ANC10:36 pmAnchorage

Feb 6

ANC1:10 pmAnchorage

9h 31m

1 stop

SFO11:41 pmSan Francisco

$474

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Sat 1/30

5:39 pm-12:25 am

1 stop7h 46m

Anchorage

Sat 2/6

6:00 am-3:41 pm

1 stop8h 41m

$419

San FranciscoAnchorage

SFO San Francisco - ANC Anchorage

SFOANC

San Francisco

Sat 2/6

12:53 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop6h 52m

Anchorage

Sat 2/20

6:00 am-1:48 pm

1 stop6h 48m

$419

San FranciscoAnchorage

SFO San Francisco - ANC Anchorage

SFOANC

San Francisco

Sat 12/5

6:00 am-3:04 pm

1 stop10h 04m

Anchorage

Mon 12/7

1:15 am-1:24 pm

1 stop11h 09m

$419

San FranciscoAnchorage

SFO San Francisco - ANC Anchorage

SFOANC

San Francisco

Wed 1/6

2:30 pm-10:36 pm

1 stop9h 06m

Anchorage

Tue 1/12

1:30 am-2:07 pm

1 stop11h 37m

$419

San FranciscoAnchorage

SFO San Francisco - ANC Anchorage

SFOANC

San Francisco

Sat 10/31

11:00 am-7:42 pm

1 stop9h 42m

Anchorage

Fri 11/6

2:55 am-8:47 pm

1 stop16h 52m

$419

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SFO San Francisco - ANC Anchorage

SFOANC

San Francisco

Fri 12/25

6:54 pm-10:52 pm

Nonstop4h 58m

Anchorage

Thu 12/31

11:55 pm-5:54 am

Nonstop4h 59m

$625

San FranciscoAnchorage

SFO San Francisco - ANC Anchorage

SFOANC

San Francisco

Wed 12/23

6:54 pm-10:52 pm

Nonstop4h 58m

Anchorage

Wed 12/30

11:55 pm-5:54 am

Nonstop4h 59m

$625

San FranciscoAnchorage

SFO San Francisco - ANC Anchorage

SFOANC

San Francisco

Sun 1/10

7:00 am-4:22 pm

2 stops10h 22m

Anchorage

Sat 1/16

10:00 am-8:03 pm

2 stops9h 03m

$695

San FranciscoAnchorage

SFO San Francisco - ANC Anchorage

SFOANC

San Francisco

Fri 1/29

9:25 am-3:22 pm

1 stop6h 57m

Anchorage

Mon 2/1

12:00 pm-10:56 pm

1 stop9h 56m

$755

San FranciscoAnchorage

SFO San Francisco - ANC Anchorage

SFOANC

San Francisco

Thu 12/24

9:47 am-8:37 pm

2 stops11h 50m

Anchorage

Thu 12/31

1:02 am-11:32 am

1 stop9h 30m

$760

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between San Francisco and Anchorage?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from $411 to $478.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $406.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Anchorage?

If you don’t want to visit Anchorage in May, then you should wait until February to fly from San Francisco, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $376.

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

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Anchorage is on a Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as $542. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. The most expensive day to fly to Anchorage is Friday, with ticket prices averaging around $630.

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

In the afternoon is the cheapest time of day to fly from San Francisco to Anchorage when you can find flight prices for as low as $556. Flying to Anchorage in the afternoon is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. Flights at noon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $669.

What is the cheapest San Francisco to Anchorage flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Anchorage from San Francisco when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Anchorage for around $489 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Anchorage from San Francisco for as low as $472 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on San Francisco to Anchorage flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on San Francisco to Anchorage 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 to Anchorage flights?

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

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

As of October 2026, prices for San Francisco to Anchorage flights are approximately 39% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from San Francisco to Anchorage

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from San Francisco to Anchorage according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.

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Best Price Found	$230
Fastest flight time	4h 58m
Direct flights	Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat and Sun
Airports in Anchorage	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Anchorage from San Francisco in the past 72 hours is $230. The best round-trip flight deal from San Francisco to Anchorage found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $419.

The fastest flight from San Francisco to Anchorage takes 4h 58m

Direct flights go from San Francisco to Anchorage on Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. There are no airlines offering direct flights.

There is 1 airport in Anchorage. From San Francisco there are direct flights to Anchorage (ANC).

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Frequently asked questions about flying from San Francisco to Anchorage

How far is San Francisco to Anchorage by plane?
The distance between San Francisco and Anchorage is about 2003.3 mi. Flights usually cover this in 4h 58m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Anchorage Airport?
Prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Anchorage Airport refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Francisco Airport to Anchorage Airport?
As of October 2026, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from San Francisco Airport to Anchorage Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from San Francisco Airport to Anchorage 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 San Francisco Airport to Anchorage Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Anchorage Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your Anchorage Airport 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 Anchorage Airport. 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 San Francisco to Anchorage?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from San Francisco to Anchorage is Boeing 737 MAX 8 (36.58% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Boeing 737 (35.02%), Boeing 737-800 (9.73%), and Boeing 737-900 (3.89%).
What is the most popular airline from San Francisco to Anchorage?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from San Francisco to Anchorage is Alaska Airlines, representing 68% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are United Airlines at 19%, Delta at 11%, and American Airlines at 2%.

Best airlines flying from San Francisco to Anchorage

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from San Francisco to Anchorage with momondo

Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Delta	PriceFrom $308	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,627 reviews	Search Delta flights
Alaska Airlines	PriceFrom $341	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 13,008 reviews	Search Alaska Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $372	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,280 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $456	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.0 12,128 reviews	Search American Airlines flights

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