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Cheap flights from San Diego to San Francisco from £30

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KAYAK's recommended return flight deals from the most popular airlines that fly from San Diego to San Francisco.
17:19 - 19:03SAN-SFO
1h 44mdirect
22:35 - 00:18SFO-SAN
1h 43mdirect
£40United Airlines
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Tue, 22 Apr - Tue, 22 Apr
19:45 - 21:30SAN-SFO
1h 45mdirect
06:40 - 08:15SFO-SAN
1h 35mdirect
£44Hawaiian Airlines
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Sat, 3 May - Sun, 4 May
18:59 - 20:45SAN-SFO
1h 46mdirect
06:00 - 07:39SFO-SAN
1h 39mdirect
£52Alaska Airlines
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Tue, 8 Apr - Wed, 9 Apr
17:19 - 19:03SAN-SFO
1h 44mdirect
22:35 - 00:18SFO-SAN
1h 43mdirect
£56United Airlines
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Tue, 29 Apr - Tue, 29 Apr
22:15 - 23:53SAN-SFO
1h 38mdirect
06:00 - 07:39SFO-SAN
1h 39mdirect
£60Alaska Airlines
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Sat, 24 May - Tue, 27 May
17:19 - 19:03SAN-SFO
1h 44mdirect
07:15 - 08:51SFO-SAN
1h 36mdirect
£64United Airlines
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Sat, 26 Apr - Sun, 27 Apr
14:45 - 22:40SAN-SFO
7h 55m2 stops
06:35 - 08:05SFO-SAN
1h 30mdirect
£95Southwest
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Tue, 22 Apr - Tue, 29 Apr
07:05 - 08:45SAN-SFO
1h 40mdirect
05:00 - 09:25SFO-SAN
4h 25m1 stop
£98Southwest
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Thu, 10 Apr - Sun, 13 Apr
19:15 - 00:08SAN-SFO
4h 53m1 stop
06:10 - 10:22SFO-SAN
4h 12m1 stop
£137Delta
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Thu, 24 Apr - Sun, 27 Apr
19:35 - 23:09SAN-SFO
3h 34m1 stop
06:05 - 09:21SFO-SAN
3h 16m1 stop
£173Delta
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Mon, 26 May - Fri, 6 Jun

United Airlines flights from San Diego to San Francisco

Our best United Airlines deals on San Diego to San Francisco flight tickets
United Airlines
22 Apr
SAN17:19San Diego
1h 44m
SFO19:03San Francisco
22 Apr
SFO22:35San Francisco
1h 43m
SAN00:18San Diego
United Airlines
29 Apr
SAN17:19San Diego
1h 44m
SFO19:03San Francisco
29 Apr
SFO22:35San Francisco
1h 43m
SAN00:18San Diego
United Airlines
4 Apr
SAN19:35San Diego
1h 45m
SFO21:20San Francisco
8 Apr
SFO19:00San Francisco
1h 40m
SAN20:40San Diego

Hawaiian Airlines flights from San Diego to San Francisco

Our best Hawaiian Airlines deals on San Diego to San Francisco flight tickets
Hawaiian Airlines
3 May
SAN19:45San Diego
1h 45m
SFO21:30San Francisco
4 May
SFO06:40San Francisco
1h 35m
SAN08:15San Diego
Hawaiian Airlines
8 Apr
SAN07:48San Diego
1h 45m
SFO09:33San Francisco
8 Apr
SFO14:16San Francisco
1h 39m
SAN15:55San Diego
Hawaiian Airlines
11 Apr
SAN06:15San Diego
1h 49m
SFO08:04San Francisco
12 Apr
SFO16:06San Francisco
1h 38m
SAN17:44San Diego

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from San Diego to San Francisco

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What is the cheapest month to fly to San Francisco?

The month of January is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to San Francisco from San Diego, with most prices found around £76. If you are unable to visit San Francisco during the month of January, then departing from San Diego during the month February is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around £91.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to San Francisco?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to San Francisco is on a Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as £44. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. Flights from San Diego to San Francisco on a Saturday will generally be more expensive and average around £1,012. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

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

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to San Francisco is at midday. Flights from San Diego to San Francisco during this time can be as low as £67. Try not to purchase tickets in the afternoon because they tend to be around £650. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

What is the cheapest San Diego 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 San Diego when booking 6 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San Francisco for around £102 when searching 6 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to San Francisco from San Diego for as low as £68 on momondo.

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

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

How have San Diego to San Francisco flight prices changed over time?

As of March 2025, prices for San Diego to San Francisco flights are approximately 53% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from San Diego to San Francisco

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from San Diego to San Francisco according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap San Diego to San Francisco (SAN to SFO) flight deals and tips

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Best price found

£30

Fastest flight time

1h 35m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in San Francisco

1 airport
The best one-way flight to San Francisco from San Diego in the past 72 hours is £30. The best return flight deal from San Diego to San Francisco found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £40.
The fastest flight from San Diego to San Francisco takes 1h 35m
Direct flights go from San Diego to San Francisco every day.
There is 1 airport near San Francisco: San Francisco (SFO)

  • How far is San Diego to San Francisco by plane?

    San Francisco is 458.7 mi away from San Diego. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 1h 35m.

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

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

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

  • How old do you have to be to fly from San Diego Airport to San Francisco Airport?

    The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from San Diego Airport to San Francisco Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Francisco Airport?

    The required travel and health documents for your San Francisco Airport 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 license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at San Francisco Airport. 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 Diego to San Francisco?

  • What is the most popular airline from San Diego to San Francisco?


Best airlines flying from San Diego to San Francisco

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FrontierPriceFrom £29Free CancellationRating
6.0
3,272 reviews
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  • Frontier Flights From San Diego to San Francisco

    Frontier flies from San Diego to San Francisco around 3 times per week, with 3,272 momondo users rating the airline 6.0/10. The cheapest Frontier deal from San Diego to San Francisco in the last 72 hours was £38 (round-trip), much lower than the average airfare cost of £58 for Frontier flights on this route.


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Vallejo
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Rohnert Park
Palo Alto
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Sunnyvale
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Bodega Bay
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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from San Diego to San Francisco?

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Can I find flights from San Diego to San Francisco with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. momondo allows you to filter the results for San Diego to San Francisco flights to just show those with flexible booking policies.

How can momondo help me find flights from San Diego to San Francisco?

Once all potential San Diego to San Francisco flight options are in front of you, momondo lets you sort and filter flights based on preferences such as airline, price and flight times amongst many other options.

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