£56+ Cheap flights from San Francisco
This is the cheapest return flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 17/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
What to know about flights from San Francisco
Discover essential information about flights departing from San Francisco, including flight schedules, destinations, airlines operating at the San Francisco airport, and any specific guidelines or requirements for travellers. Please note that the information is based on the most recent updates available. Data last updated 4 July 2025.
Cheapest one-way flight | £35 |
|---|---|
Cheapest round-trip flight | £104 |
Cheapest airline | Frontier |
Most popular destination | London Heathrow (LHR) |
Good round-trip deal | £65 or less |
Good one-way deal | £57 or less |
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Cheapest flights from San FranciscoExplore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 4 July 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 4 July 2025.
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Find flights departing from San Francisco that match your specified budget. Filter results by price range, allowing you to narrow down options and find flights that fit within your financial constraints. Please note that the search results are based on data from user searches, with fares last updated on 4 July 2025. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 858,174 searches
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Route
Depart
Return
Price
San FranciscoBaltimore
SFO - BWI
SFOBWI
San Francisco
Wed 13/8
06:37-16:31
1 stop6h 54m
Baltimore/Washington
Wed 13/8
19:56-12:15
2 stops19h 19m
San FranciscoWashington, D.C.
SFO - IAD
SFOIAD
San Francisco
Thu 14/8
22:43-06:50
Nonstop5h 07m
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Sat 16/8
08:10-10:55
Nonstop5h 45m
San FranciscoWashington, D.C.
SFO - DCA
SFODCA
San Francisco
Tue 12/8
08:25-20:03
1 stop8h 38m
Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
Mon 18/8
15:45-00:58
1 stop12h 13m
San FranciscoWashington, D.C.
SFO - IAD
SFOIAD
San Francisco
Thu 14/8
18:52-06:34
1 stop8h 42m
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Tue 19/8
17:25-23:50
1 stop9h 25m
San FranciscoWashington, D.C.
SFO - DCA
SFODCA
San Francisco
Tue 12/8
07:20-20:59
1 stop10h 39m
Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
Wed 13/8
09:59-16:08
1 stop9h 09m
San FranciscoBaltimore
SFO - BWI
SFOBWI
San Francisco
Mon 11/8
21:10-05:28
Nonstop5h 18m
Baltimore/Washington
Thu 14/8
19:00-21:49
Nonstop5h 49m
San FranciscoWashington, D.C.
SFO - DCA
SFODCA
San Francisco
Sat 23/8
09:55-21:35
1 stop8h 40m
Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
Sat 30/8
06:00-12:25
2 stops9h 25m
San FranciscoWashington, D.C.
SFO - IAD
SFOIAD
San Francisco
Thu 14/8
06:00-16:25
1 stop7h 25m
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Sat 16/8
19:59-22:46
Nonstop5h 47m
San FranciscoWashington, D.C.
SFO - DCA
SFODCA
San Francisco
Thu 14/8
00:30-11:46
1 stop8h 16m
Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
Tue 26/8
07:00-09:50
Nonstop5h 50m
San FranciscoBaltimore
SFO - BWI
SFOBWI
San Francisco
Thu 14/8
23:59-11:23
1 stop8h 24m
Baltimore/Washington
Sun 17/8
12:25-22:56
1 stop13h 31m
Best time to book a flight from San Francisco
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Travel insights for flights from San Francisco
Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from San Francisco including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.
When is the best time to book a flight from San Francisco?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from San Francisco to Heathrow. Price data was last updated on 27 June 2025.
Booking 78 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San Francisco. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco (average of £385). Flying from San Francisco in June will prove the most costly (average of £593). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.
When is the cheapest time to fly from San Francisco?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from San Francisco to Heathrow. Price data was last updated on 29 June 2025.
Those who are seeking the cheapest fare on flights departing from San Francisco would be wise to consider leaving during Sunday at midday when prices are typically at their lowest. When considering other options, price-conscious travelers should avoid Monday mornings when fares are usually the most expensive.
Which airlines fly from San Francisco?
Many airlines operate round-trip flights from San Francisco: Virgin Atlantic, United Airlines, British Airways, Lufthansa, Iberia. These airlines fly to the following popular destinations: London.
What are popular destinations to fly to from San Francisco?
If you’re flying from San Francisco, these routes are more frequently taken by airlines New York (1,338 flights per day), Los Angeles (866 flights per day) and Chicago (820 flights per day).
What is the cheapest place to fly to from San Francisco?
The cheapest city to fly to from San Francisco is San Diego, with prices starting at £29. Explore other affordable destinations below.
Airline reviews for flights from San Francisco
Get insights into the airlines that provide service from San Francisco. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing airline for your flight from San Francisco. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 858,174 searches.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, Austrian Airlines, andAir France from San Francisco to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Entertainment
Crew
Food
Boarding
Overall
Comfort
Reviews
Aaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Entertainment
Crew
Food
Boarding
Overall
Comfort
Reviews
Aaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Entertainment
Crew
Food
Boarding
Overall
Comfort
Reviews
Aaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Entertainment
Crew
Food
Boarding
Overall
Comfort
Reviews
Aaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Entertainment
Crew
Food
Boarding
Overall
Comfort
Reviews
Aaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Entertainment
Crew
Food
Boarding
Overall
Comfort
Reviews
Aaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
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