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Cheap Flights from San Diego International to San Francisco International

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Flight deals from San Diego International to San Francisco International

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from San Diego International to San Francisco International? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
San Francisco.Rs6,451 per passenger.Departing Wed, 7 May.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Alaska Airlines departs from San Diego International on Wed, 7 May, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs6,451, select.
San Francisco.Rs7,416 per passenger.Departing Sat, 5 Apr.One-way flight with Hawaiian Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Hawaiian Airlines departs from San Diego International on Sat, 5 Apr, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs7,416, select.
San Francisco.Rs11,115 per passenger.Departing Sat, 14 Jun.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from San Diego International on Sat, 14 Jun, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs11,115, select.
San Francisco.Rs11,115 per passenger.Departing Tue, 12 Aug.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from San Diego International on Tue, 12 Aug, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs11,115, select.
San Francisco.Rs11,145 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Jul.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from San Diego International on Tue, 29 Jul, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs11,145, select.
San Francisco.Rs14,003 per passenger.Departing Tue, 25 Mar.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from San Diego International on Tue, 25 Mar, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs14,003, select.
San Francisco.Rs24,514 per passenger.Departing Mon, 12 Jan.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Diego International on Mon, 12 Jan, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs24,514, select.
San Francisco.Rs24,514 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Sep.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Diego International on Tue, 9 Sep, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs24,514, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Diego International to San Francisco International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like San Diego International to San Francisco International flights are currently cheapest in May.
Mar
from Rs13,995
Apr
from Rs7,411
May
from Rs6,447
Jun
from Rs11,108
Jul
from Rs11,138
Aug
from Rs11,108
Sep
from Rs24,500
Oct
from Rs24,500
Nov
from Rs27,590
Dec
from Rs27,293
Jan
from Rs24,500
Feb
from Rs27,435

Direct flights from San Diego International to San Francisco International

San Diego International to San Francisco International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from San Diego International to San Francisco below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than San Francisco International.

San Diego to San Francisco: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs6,447
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time1 hr, 43 mins
Most popular airlineUnited
Average flights per week704

Finding cheap flights from San Diego International to San Francisco International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from San Diego International to San Francisco International is Rs13,564. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 43 minutes is the average flight time from San Diego International to San Francisco International.
United, Southwest Airlines and Alaska Airlines fly direct from San Diego International to San Francisco International.
As of March 2025, there are 704 flights per week flying from San Diego International to San Francisco International.
The cheapest month to fly from San Diego International to San Francisco International is usually March 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from San Diego International Airport to San Francisco International Airport on Tuesday, 8 April 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 43 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to San Francisco International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to San Francisco is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Hawaiian Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to San Francisco International.

Travelling from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know

  • On average, direct flights from San Diego International Airport to San Francisco International Airport take 1 hour 36 minutes. San Francisco and San Diego share the same timezone (UTC-7), so you won't need to adjust your watch once you arrive.

  • There are 283 flights from San Diego International Airport to San Francisco International Airport each week. Get the 06:00 flight if you want to set off as soon as possible. If you'd like to make the most of your day before heading off, the last flight from SAN to SFO is 22:20.

  • Travelling during a peak month like July? Popular seasons (like spring break, summer and New Year) can add another hour at security. Be extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Jetting into San Francisco (and discovering more of United States!) is simple with Frontier Airlines. This popular airline offers direct flights from San Diego International Airport to San Francisco International Airport.

  • If you want a stopover for your flight from San Diego International Airport to San Francisco International Airport, just deselect 'Direct flights only' and check out your options. Here are the top stopovers between SAN and SFO:

    • Los Angeles International Airport

    • Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)

    • Reno/Tahoe International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

  • The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from San Diego International Airport to San Francisco International Airport is Rs6,447. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs13,564. Remember that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Book 8 months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap flights from SAN to SFO.

  • Plan your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for tickets from San Diego International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.

  • Getting a cheap ticket from SAN to SFO is straightforward with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when the price has fallen.

  • Use filters to tailor your flights from San Diego International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. Enter your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

Handy information about San Diego International Airport (SAN)

  • San Diego International Airport is around 5 kilometres from central San Diego. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 9 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be approximately 20 minutes.

  • Need a convenient hotel close to SAN? If you're on an early flight from San Diego International Airport to San Francisco International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:

Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco

  • San Francisco International Airport to central San Francisco is about 20 minutes by car. It's approximately 21 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.

  • It'll take around 47 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.

When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

  • August is the most popular month for flights from San Diego International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to San Francisco in February.

  • When reserving your flight from San Diego International Airport to San Francisco International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. September is the warmest month in San Francisco, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 22ºC.

  • Search for cheap flights from SAN to SFO in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC and 16ºC on average.

More about San Francisco

  • If you're looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in San Francisco right here. Check out these options once you've locked in your flight from SAN to SFO:

  • There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island and Lombard Street are top attractions which should feature on any well-planned San Francisco itinerary.

Complete your San Francisco trip with hotels and a car rental

  • Once you've secured your cheap ticket to San Francisco International Airport, discover our low prices and exclusive offers on hotels. You can also compare hundreds of car rental companies in one place to find the best car rental price for your San Francisco trip.

Plan the rest of your trip from San Diego to San Francisco

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