This page features current flight deals from San Diego to San Francisco. This 737 km route is served regularly, with a flight frequency of approximately 203 flights per week.
Direct and connecting flights are operated by carriers such as United Airlines, American Airlines, and Alaska Airlines. To find the best fare, check out our low-price calendar, and use our guides on how to get to the airport in San Diego and travel from the airport in San Francisco to plan your logistics.
The table shows direct flights San Diego → San Francisco on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 1 h 29 min. Regular flights are operated by Hawaiian Airlines, Alaska Airlines, United Airlines and American Airlines. Departures from San Diego International Airport airports, arrivals at San Francisco International Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for San Diego — San Francisco by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 121 in y, and the most expensive are around AED 422 in u. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
San Diego → San Francisco, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 503 | low | May | AED 579 | medium | Sep | AED 528 | low |
| Feb | AED 513 | low | Jun | AED 654 | high | Oct | AED 554 | medium |
| Mar | AED 543 | medium | Jul | AED 679 | high | Nov | AED 629 | high |
| Apr | AED 523 | low | Aug | AED 604 | medium | Dec | AED 664 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
San Francisco enjoys a mild climate: September is the warmest month, with an average high of 24.4°C, while December is the rainiest and coolest. The period from June to September is characterized by almost no rainfall.
The most budget-friendly tickets are available in July, starting AED 121 and in August — AED 122. Based on current data, prices peak in April, when the minimum fare rises to AED 426.
September is considered the best time to fly, offering a perfect balance of pleasant warmth and reasonable prices. It is best to avoid the period from December to March due to the high probability of prolonged rain and lower temperatures.
There are 11 airlines operating on this route, with United Airlines, Alaska Airlines, and Southwest Airlines accounting for the majority of flights. Passengers can choose from mostly direct flights, which operate over 200 times a week. A detailed daily schedule and connection options are provided in the list below; click on a carrier's card for more details on the route.
Flights San Diego — San Francisco depart from San Diego International Airport and arrive at San Francisco International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The distance between the cities is about 737 km. A direct flight usually takes between 1 hour 20 minutes and 1 hour 40 minutes.
Regular flights are operated by United Airlines, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Southwest, and other carriers. In total, 11 airlines are represented on this route.
Yes, this is a popular route, and most flights are direct. There are approximately 203 departures per week, making it easy to find a convenient time.
The main arrival point is San Francisco International Airport (SFO). Current information regarding the arrival terminal can be checked in the details of your selected ticket.
Ticket prices are dynamic and depend on demand. We recommend using the price graph and calendar on this page to find the lowest-cost offers for your preferred dates.
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