Can I fly direct from Cleveland to San Francisco?

Yes, direct flights are available from Cleveland to San Francisco. Historically, approximately 80% of flights on this route have been direct. For flights that include stopovers, travelers typically experienced 2 stopovers, based on data from the trailing 90 days.

What's the flight time from Cleveland to San Francisco?

The typical direct flight time from Cleveland to San Francisco is approximately 5 hours and 30 minutes, covering a distance of 3471 kilometers. Flights with one stopover generally take longer, with a median duration of 10 hours and 54 minutes. These durations are based on observed flight times for this route.

How often do Cleveland to San Francisco flight prices drop?

Historically, flight prices for the Cleveland to San Francisco route have shown regular price drops. This indicates that travelers may frequently find opportunities for reduced fares. Price fluctuations are a consistent feature of this route, based on observations over a 30-day period.

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Cleveland to San Francisco: Overview

Insights for flights from Cleveland to San Francisco

Most itineraries for flights from Cleveland to San Francisco connect at least once, with only 0.8% of recent fares being non-stop. For the majority of journeys that include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This means that while direct flights from Cleveland to San Francisco are rare, you'll most often find itineraries with multiple stops.

A typical journey from Cleveland to San Francisco takes approximately 5h 30m, including connections. If you are looking for cheap flights from Cleveland to San Francisco, it is useful to know that the overall median flight time for connecting itineraries is 16h 10m, while the median for non-stop flights is also 5h 30m.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Cleveland to San Francisco? The data indicates that July is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of $312. Following closely, September and August also offer competitive prices, both with a median fare of $329. These months present the best opportunities for finding lower prices.

Fares for flights from Cleveland to San Francisco typically range from $389–$858, with a median of $565. Right now, current fares are above the typical level for this route. Recently, 0% of fares were classified as a good price. New deals show up several times a week, providing regular opportunities to find better prices.

How much is a round trip from Cleveland to San Francisco

Regular price: $208 - $395

Prices for flights from Cleveland to San Francisco are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Cleveland to San Francisco is between $208 and $395. The current lowest deal is $193 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Jan 26-Feb 2.

now $193

Low $208

High $395

The cheapest time to fly from Cleveland to San Francisco

The cheapest month to fly from Cleveland to San Francisco is August, with a median price of $254. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $1560. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

August

Cheapest

Flights from $254

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,560

Jan

Feb

Mar

May

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Cleveland to San Francisco

Frontier Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Cleveland to San Francisco

Thu, Nov 26

⌛ Last-Minute

CLE - San Francisco

Cleveland (CLE) - San Francisco (SFO)

Frontier Airlines

$239

$217

One-way

Thu, Dec 3

⌛ Last-Minute

CLE - San Francisco

Cleveland (CLE) - San Francisco (SFO)

Frontier Airlines

$315

$203

One-way

Thu, Dec 3

⌛ Last-Minute

CLE - San Francisco

Cleveland (CLE) - San Francisco (SFO)

Frontier Airlines

$273

$203

One-way

Thu, Dec 3

⌛ Last-Minute

CLE - San Francisco

Cleveland (CLE) - San Francisco (SFO)

Frontier Airlines

$299

$203

One-way

Thu, Dec 3

⌛ Last-Minute

CLE - San Francisco

Cleveland (CLE) - San Francisco (SFO)

Frontier Airlines

$252

$222

One-way

Thu, Dec 10

⌛ Last-Minute

CLE - San Francisco

Cleveland (CLE) - San Francisco (SFO)

Frontier Airlines

$312

$188

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Cleveland to San Francisco

2 nights

Nov 2 - Nov 4

$365 → $198

46%

3 nights

Nov 2 - Nov 5

$361 → $204

43%

2 nights

Nov 3 - Nov 5

$348 → $195

44%

1 night

Nov 3 - Nov 4

$350 → $201

43%

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Cleveland - San Francisco route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Cleveland to San Francisco are above the typical level, with a median of $565.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in July for the best prices

Historically, July offers the lowest median price at $312, followed by September and August.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 5h 30m

The median flight time for direct routes is 5h 30m; connecting flights average 16h 10m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are common

Connecting flights are more common, making up 80% of routes over the last 90 days.

🏆 Airline highlight

United Airlines offers direct flights

United Airlines is one of the carriers providing direct flights on the Cleveland to San Francisco route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals for flights from Cleveland to San Francisco typically appear on a regular cadence.

Cleveland main airports to depart from

Cleveland Hopkins International (CLE)

Cheapest

Cleveland Hopkins International Airport is a convenient departure option for flights from Cleveland to San Francisco.

📍 ~16 km from Cleveland (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$232

San Francisco main airports to arrive at

San Francisco International (SFO)

Cheapest

San Francisco International is a primary gateway to San Francisco, offering convenient access for your trip from Cleveland.

📍 ~18 km from San Francisco (reachable by car, bus, train)

💸 Flights from ~$222

Airports nearby San Francisco used as alternative

Oakland International (OAK)

Cheapest

Oakland International is a useful alternative for its extensive domestic network and direct BART rail connection.

📍 ~18 km from San Francisco (reachable by car or BART)

💸 Flights from ~$236

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San Francisco, United States

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to San Francisco

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Cleveland to San Francisco is between 28 and 59 days prior to departure. During this period, the average price observed was $541. Booking within 14-27 days of departure typically saw average prices rise to $857. For those booking 60 or more days out, the average price was around $762, based on data across the trailing quarter.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Cleveland to San Francisco was considered to be $389 or less. The median price for this route was $565. Prices above $858 were in the more expensive range, based on data observed over a 90-day period.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Cleveland to San Francisco have been July, September, and August. In July, the median price was $312, while September and August both had a median price of $329. These prices are notably lower than the annual median price of $565 for this route, based on data collected over 270 days.

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Cleveland to San Francisco: Overview

Insights for flights from Cleveland to San Francisco

How much is a round trip from Cleveland to San Francisco

Regular price: $208 - $395

Prices for flights from Cleveland to San Francisco are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Cleveland to San Francisco is between $208 and $395. The current lowest deal is $193 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Jan 26-Feb 2.

now $193

Low $208

High $395

The cheapest time to fly from Cleveland to San Francisco

August

Cheapest

Flights from $254

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,560

Jan

Feb

Mar

May

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Cleveland to San Francisco

Frontier Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Cleveland to San Francisco

Thu, Nov 26

⌛ Last-Minute

CLE - San Francisco

Cleveland (CLE) - San Francisco (SFO)

Frontier Airlines

$239

$217

One-way

Thu, Dec 3

⌛ Last-Minute

CLE - San Francisco

Cleveland (CLE) - San Francisco (SFO)

Frontier Airlines

$315

$203

One-way

Thu, Dec 3

⌛ Last-Minute

CLE - San Francisco

Cleveland (CLE) - San Francisco (SFO)

Frontier Airlines

$273

$203

One-way

Thu, Dec 3

⌛ Last-Minute

CLE - San Francisco

Cleveland (CLE) - San Francisco (SFO)

Frontier Airlines

$299

$203

One-way

Thu, Dec 3

⌛ Last-Minute

CLE - San Francisco

Cleveland (CLE) - San Francisco (SFO)

Frontier Airlines

$252

$222

One-way

Thu, Dec 10

⌛ Last-Minute

CLE - San Francisco

Cleveland (CLE) - San Francisco (SFO)

Frontier Airlines

$312

$188

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Cleveland to San Francisco

2 nights

Nov 2 - Nov 4

$365 → $198

46%

3 nights

Nov 2 - Nov 5

$361 → $204

43%

2 nights

Nov 3 - Nov 5

$348 → $195

44%

1 night

Nov 3 - Nov 4

$350 → $201

43%

Popular Airports to fly from Cleveland to San Francisco

Cleveland - San Francisco route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Cleveland to San Francisco are above the typical level, with a median of $565.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in July for the best prices

Historically, July offers the lowest median price at $312, followed by September and August.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 5h 30m

The median flight time for direct routes is 5h 30m; connecting flights average 16h 10m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are common

Connecting flights are more common, making up 80% of routes over the last 90 days.

🏆 Airline highlight

United Airlines offers direct flights

United Airlines is one of the carriers providing direct flights on the Cleveland to San Francisco route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals for flights from Cleveland to San Francisco typically appear on a regular cadence.

Cleveland main airports to depart from

Cleveland Hopkins International (CLE)

Cheapest

Cleveland Hopkins International Airport is a convenient departure option for flights from Cleveland to San Francisco.

📍 ~16 km from Cleveland (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$232

San Francisco main airports to arrive at

San Francisco International (SFO)

Cheapest

San Francisco International is a primary gateway to San Francisco, offering convenient access for your trip from Cleveland.

📍 ~18 km from San Francisco (reachable by car, bus, train)

💸 Flights from ~$222

Airports nearby San Francisco used as alternative

Oakland International (OAK)

Cheapest

Oakland International is a useful alternative for its extensive domestic network and direct BART rail connection.

San Francisco, United States

79% AI deal score

$2,153

$1,639

Save $514

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Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to San Francisco

Cheap Flights from Cleveland to San Francisco

Today’s best flight deals from Cleveland to San Francisco

Cleveland to San Francisco: Overview

Insights for flights from Cleveland to San Francisco

How much is a round trip from Cleveland to San Francisco

The cheapest time to fly from Cleveland to San Francisco

Direct flights from Cleveland to San Francisco

Last-minute flights going from Cleveland to San Francisco

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Cleveland to San Francisco

Popular Airports to fly from Cleveland to San Francisco

Cleveland - San Francisco route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Fly in July for the best prices

Direct flights take 5h 30m

Connecting flights are common

United Airlines offers direct flights

Deals appear regularly

Cleveland main airports to depart from

San Francisco main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby San Francisco used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to San Francisco

Best Elite deals to San Francisco

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to San Francisco

When is the best time to book flights from Cleveland to San Francisco?

What is a good price for a flight from Cleveland to San Francisco?

What's the best month to fly from Cleveland to San Francisco?

Can I fly direct from Cleveland to San Francisco?

What's the flight time from Cleveland to San Francisco?

How often do Cleveland to San Francisco flight prices drop?

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Flights to San Francisco from other cities

Cleveland to San Francisco: Overview

Insights for flights from Cleveland to San Francisco

How much is a round trip from Cleveland to San Francisco

The cheapest time to fly from Cleveland to San Francisco

Direct flights from Cleveland to San Francisco

Last-minute flights going from Cleveland to San Francisco

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Cleveland to San Francisco

Popular Airports to fly from Cleveland to San Francisco

Cleveland - San Francisco route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Fly in July for the best prices

Direct flights take 5h 30m

Connecting flights are common

United Airlines offers direct flights

Deals appear regularly

Cleveland main airports to depart from

San Francisco main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby San Francisco used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to San Francisco

Best Elite deals to San Francisco

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to San Francisco

When is the best time to book flights from Cleveland to San Francisco?

What is a good price for a flight from Cleveland to San Francisco?

What's the best month to fly from Cleveland to San Francisco?