How many flights depart from San Francisco to California on average per day?

As of April 2026, 200 flights take off from San Francisco and land in California each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 16:00, with 38% of daily flights taking off in the afternoon.

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

Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from San Francisco to California

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

As of April 2026, there are 1,406 flights per week flying from San Francisco to California. The most common day of the week flights depart is Thu, with 21% of flights taking off on this day.

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

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

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

As of April 2026, there is 1 operator available to choose from for flights from San Francisco Airport to California.

How old do you have to be to fly from San Francisco Airport 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 stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from San Francisco Airport to California.

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

The required travel and health documents for your California 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 licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at California. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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13:45 - 15:17

SFO

LAX

1h 32mdirect

19:50 - 21:20

LAX

SFO

1h 30mdirect

€82Alaska Airlines

Tue, 5 May - Tue, 5 May

20:28 - 09:03

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LAX

12h 35m

1 stop

16:52 - 18:31

LAX

SFO

1h 39mdirect

€88Frontier

Sat, 9 May - Mon, 11 May

18:05 - 19:35

SFO

LAX

1h 30mdirect

17:00 - 23:15

LAX

SFO

6h 15m

1 stop

€91Southwest

Tue, 5 May - Tue, 12 May

13:45 - 22:00

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8h 15m

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14:00 - 15:20

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SFO

1h 20mdirect

€95Southwest

Tue, 5 May - Wed, 6 May

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1h 35mdirect

10:45 - 19:05

LAX

SFO

8h 20m

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€96Southwest

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5h 55m

1 stop

20:20 - 22:05

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SFO

1h 45mdirect

€99Southwest

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4h 35m

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18:10 - 22:45

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€99Southwest

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08:55 - 16:20

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SAN

7h 25m

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14:25 - 16:10

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SFO

1h 45mdirect

€103Southwest

Wed, 6 May - Sat, 9 May

06:00 - 15:36

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LAX

9h 36m

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19:22 - 21:04

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SFO

1h 42mdirect

€105Frontier

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10:55 - 12:41

SFO

LAS

1h 46mdirect

07:15 - 09:02

LAS

SFO

1h 47mdirect

€150United Airlines

Tue, 12 May - Sat, 16 May

Frontier flights from San Francisco to California

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Frontier

9 May

SFO20:28San Francisco

12h 35m

1 stop

LAX09:03Los Angeles Los Angeles

11 May

LAX16:52Los Angeles Los Angeles

1h 39m

SFO18:31San Francisco

€88

Frontier

6 Jun

SFO06:00San Francisco

9h 36m

1 stop

LAX15:36Los Angeles Los Angeles

8 Jun

LAX19:22Los Angeles Los Angeles

1h 42m

SFO21:04San Francisco

€105

Frontier

6 Jun

SFO22:40San Francisco

10h 23m

1 stop

LAX09:03Los Angeles Los Angeles

8 Jun

LAX19:22Los Angeles Los Angeles

1h 42m

SFO21:04San Francisco

€106

Alaska Airlines flights from San Francisco to California

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5 May

SFO13:45San Francisco

1h 32m

LAX15:17Los Angeles Los Angeles

5 May

LAX19:50Los Angeles Los Angeles

1h 30m

SFO21:20San Francisco

€82

Alaska Airlines

24 May

SFO18:01San Francisco

1h 32m

LAX19:33Los Angeles Los Angeles

27 May

LAX15:36Los Angeles Los Angeles

1h 27m

SFO17:03San Francisco

€116

Alaska Airlines

1 Sept

SFO21:13San Francisco

1h 46m

SAN22:59San Diego

6 Sept

SAN15:40San Diego

1h 42m

SFO17:22San Francisco

€129

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€95

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SFOLAX

San Francisco

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07:20-08:55

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€96

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SFO - SAN

SFOSAN

San Francisco

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15:05-21:00

1 stop5h 55m

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20:20-22:05

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SFO - LAX

SFOLAX

San Francisco

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1 stop4h 35m

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18:10-22:45

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SFOSAN

San Francisco

Wed 6/5

08:55-16:20

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14:25-16:10

Nonstop1h 45m

€103

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SFO - LAX

SFOLAX

San Francisco

Sat 6/6

06:00-15:36

1 stop9h 36m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

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19:22-21:04

Nonstop1h 42m

€105

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SFOLAS

San Francisco

Tue 12/5

10:55-12:41

Nonstop1h 46m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 16/5

07:15-09:02

Nonstop1h 47m

€150

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What is the cheapest month to fly to California?

In general, August is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to California. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around €142. If you’re not able to fly to California in August, then July is your next best option. Flight prices from San Francisco to California during July average around €143.

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

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to California is in the afternoon. Flights from San Francisco to California during this time can be as low as €140. Flights in the morning are often more expensive, with an average ticket price of €302.

What is the cheapest San Francisco 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 when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to California for around €169 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to California from San Francisco for as low as €100 on momondo.

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

There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on San Francisco to California 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	€252
Fastest flight time	1h 30m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in California	418 airports

The best flight deal from San Francisco to California found on momondo in the last 72 hours is €252

The fastest flight from San Francisco to California takes 1h 30m

Direct flights go from San Francisco to California every day.

There are 418 airports in California. From San Francisco there are direct flights to San Diego (SAN), Los Angeles Los Angeles (LAX), Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS).

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Frequently asked questions about flying from San Francisco to California

When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to California?
Prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to California refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Francisco Airport to California?
As of April 2026, there is 1 operator available to choose from for flights from San Francisco Airport to California.
How old do you have to be to fly from San Francisco Airport 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 stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from San Francisco Airport to California.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to California?
The required travel and health documents for your California 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 licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at California. 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 California?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between San Francisco and California, the leading plane model is Boeing 737-800, making up 14.81% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Boeing 737 MAX 8 with 13.31%, Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) with 9.25%, and Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets) with 8.02%.

Best airlines flying from San Francisco to California

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Frontier	PriceFrom €74	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.7 2,988 reviews		Search Frontier flights

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