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

As of March 2026, 273 flights take off from Virginia and land in San Francisco each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Thu, with 16% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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

Frontier, Southwest, and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Virginia to San Francisco

How long does it take to fly to San Francisco?

Flight times from Virginia to San Francisco vary, but if you’re flying out of Richmond and flying into San Francisco (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 6h 01m on average. Another popular route from Virginia to San Francisco is flying from Roanoke to San Francisco, which will take roughly 7h 44m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

What airlines fly to San Francisco?

American Airlines, Delta and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to San Francisco from Virginia according to our data. American Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 43% 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.

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

Prices for flights from Virginia to San Francisco Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

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

There are 9 operators available for flights from Virginia to San Francisco Airport as of March 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Virginia 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 Virginia 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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12:06 pm - 7:34 pm

ORF

SFO

10h 28m

1 stop

10:15 pm - 11:11 am

SFO

ORF

9h 56m

1 stop

$160Frontier

Thu, May 7 - Mon, May 11

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SFO

9h 07m

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9h 56m

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$162Frontier

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SFO

10h 28m

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ORF

9h 56m

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$185Frontier

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11h 47m

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14h 01m

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$282Multiple Airlines

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7h 38m

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$295American Airlines

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8h 09m

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11:14 pm - 12:48 pm

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GSO

10h 34m

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$315American Airlines

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6h 01mnonstop

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5h 22mnonstop

$327Breeze Airways

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9h 06m

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$331JetBlue

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8h 30m

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$340JetBlue

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Aug 13

RIC6:25 pmRichmond Byrd Intl

9h 06m

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SFO12:31 amSan Francisco

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10h 27m

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RIC11:47 amRichmond Byrd Intl

$331

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Jun 23

RIC12:40 pmRichmond Byrd Intl

12h 57m

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SFO10:37 pmSan Francisco

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SFO6:00 amSan Francisco

8h 30m

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RIC5:30 pmRichmond Byrd Intl

$340

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Jun 25

RIC6:25 pmRichmond Byrd Intl

9h 06m

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SFO12:31 amSan Francisco

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SFO8:35 pmSan Francisco

11h 31m

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RIC11:06 amRichmond Byrd Intl

$375

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May 7

ORF12:06 pmNorfolk

10h 28m

1 stop

SFO7:34 pmSan Francisco

May 11

SFO10:15 pmSan Francisco

9h 56m

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$160

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May 2

ORF11:27 amNorfolk

9h 07m

1 stop

SFO5:34 pmSan Francisco

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SFO10:15 pmSan Francisco

9h 56m

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ORF11:11 amNorfolk

$162

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May 5

ORF12:06 pmNorfolk

10h 28m

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SFO7:34 pmSan Francisco

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SFO10:15 pmSan Francisco

9h 56m

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1 stop9h 56m

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Norfolk

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1 stop9h 56m

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10:03 pm-3:04 pm

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$295

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Sat 5/16

12:22 pm-8:44 pm

Nonstop5h 22m

$327

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San Francisco

Mon 8/17

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1 stop10h 27m

$331

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12:40 pm-10:37 pm

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1 stop8h 30m

$340

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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 October, then flying in November is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $338.

What is the cheapest Virginia 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 Virginia when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San Francisco for around $386 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to San Francisco from Virginia for as low as $242 on momondo.

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There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on Virginia to San Francisco flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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Best Price Found	$213
Fastest flight time	5h 42m
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The best one-way flight to San Francisco from Virginia in the past 72 hours is $213. The best round-trip flight deal from Virginia to San Francisco found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $469.

The fastest flight from Virginia to San Francisco takes 5h 42m

Direct flights go from Virginia to San Francisco every day.

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

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There are 9 operators available for flights from Virginia to San Francisco Airport as of March 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Virginia 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 Virginia 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 Virginia to San Francisco?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from Virginia to San Francisco is Airbus A220-300 (54.29% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Boeing 737 MAX 9 (14.29%), Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) (8.57%), and Boeing 737 (5.71%).

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JetBlue	PriceFrom $130	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 2,911 reviews	Search JetBlue flights
Frontier	PriceFrom $135	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.7 3,020 reviews	Search Frontier flights
Breeze Airways	PriceFrom $149	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 273 reviews	Search Breeze Airways flights
Delta	PriceFrom $179	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,315 reviews	Search Delta flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $216	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,325 reviews	Search Southwest flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $217	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,485 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $276	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,459 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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