Can I fly direct from Salt Lake City to San Francisco?

Yes, direct flights from Salt Lake City to San Francisco are available. Historically, approximately 40.9% of all flights on this route have been direct. For journeys that involve connecting flights, travelers typically experience a median of 2 stopovers. This indicates that while direct options are common, connecting flights are also a significant portion of the available routes.

What's the flight time from Salt Lake City to San Francisco?

The typical direct flight time from Salt Lake City to San Francisco is approximately 2 hours and 18 minutes. This route covers a distance of 963 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median travel time increases significantly to about 6 hours and 22 minutes. Travelers should consider these durations when planning their journey.

Should I set a price alert for Salt Lake City to San Francisco flights?

Yes, setting a price alert for flights from Salt Lake City to San Francisco is recommended. Historically, deals on this route are classified as frequent, indicating that price fluctuations and opportunities for savings occur regularly. This suggests that travelers have a good chance of finding a favorable price by monitoring for alerts.

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Salt Lake City to San Francisco: Overview

Insights for flights from Salt Lake City to San Francisco

Flights from Salt Lake City to San Francisco cover a distance of 963 kilometers, classifying this as a short-haul route. This distance typically results in a journey that is relatively quick, making it a convenient option for travelers seeking a swift connection between these two cities.

For those looking for cheap flights from Salt Lake City to San Francisco, fares typically range from $120 to $544, with a median price of $295. Right now, current fares are above the typical level for this route. Only 3% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding significantly discounted tickets can be challenging.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Salt Lake City to San Francisco? The most affordable months to fly are November, with a median fare of $115, and September and October, both with median fares of $116. These months offer the lowest median prices, making them ideal for budget-conscious travelers.

Regarding direct flights from Salt Lake City to San Francisco, a meaningful share are non-stop, while the rest connect once. Specifically, 40.9% of recent fares were for non-stop itineraries. For connecting flights, the typical number of stopovers is 2, which can significantly extend travel time.

A typical journey from Salt Lake City to San Francisco takes approximately 4h 11m, including connections. This duration accounts for both direct flights and itineraries with stopovers, providing a realistic estimate for the total travel time you can expect.

How much is a round trip from Salt Lake City to San Francisco

Regular price: $204 - $279

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Salt Lake City to San Francisco is $204-$279. The current lowest deal is $102 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Nov 6-Nov 10.

now $102

Low $204

High $279

The cheapest time to fly from Salt Lake City to San Francisco

The cheapest month to fly from Salt Lake City to San Francisco is November, with a median price of $115. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $354. Prices are generally lower from May to December.

November

Cheapest

Flights from $115

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $354

Jan

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Salt Lake City to San Francisco

Frontier Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Salt Lake City to San Francisco

Wed, Aug 5

⌛ Last-Minute

SLC - San Francisco

Salt Lake City (SLC) - San Francisco (SFO)

Frontier Airlines

$288

$184

One-way

Fri, Aug 7

⌛ Last-Minute

SLC - San Francisco

Salt Lake City (SLC) - San Francisco (SFO)

Frontier Airlines

$299

$166

One-way

Sun, Aug 9

⌛ Last-Minute

SLC - San Francisco

Salt Lake City (SLC) - San Francisco (SFO)

Frontier Airlines

$279

$212

One-way

Sun, Aug 9

⌛ Last-Minute

SLC - San Francisco

Salt Lake City (SLC) - San Francisco (SFO)

Frontier Airlines

$279

$216

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

SLC - San Francisco

Salt Lake City (SLC) - San Francisco (SFO)

Frontier Airlines

$144

$158

One-way

Wed, Aug 12

⌛ Last-Minute

SLC - San Francisco

Salt Lake City (SLC) - San Francisco (SFO)

Frontier Airlines

$268

$144

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Salt Lake City to San Francisco

4 nights

Nov 6 - Nov 10

$264 → $102

61%

6 nights

Sep 23 - Sep 29

$273 → $118

57%

7 nights

Sep 14 - Sep 21

$266 → $118

56%

4 nights

Sep 24 - Sep 28

$284 → $136

52%

Popular Airports to fly from Salt Lake City to San Francisco

Salt Lake City - San Francisco route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Recent fares from Salt Lake City to San Francisco are above the typical level at $102.

📅 Best time to fly

November is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Historically, November is the cheapest month to fly from Salt Lake City to San Francisco, with a median price of $115.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights are typically 4h 11m direct.

Flights from Salt Lake City to San Francisco are typically 4h 11m direct, a short-haul route.

✈️ Airlines & availability

40.9% of recent flights are direct.

40.9% of recent flights from Salt Lake City to San Francisco are direct, with mixed availability.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines offers direct flights.

Frontier Airlines has offered direct flights from Salt Lake City to San Francisco recently.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently on this route.

Deals for flights from Salt Lake City to San Francisco appear frequently, about every 30 days.

Salt Lake City main airports to depart from

Salt Lake City International (SLC)

Cheapest

Salt Lake City International Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to San Francisco.

📍 ~15 km from Salt Lake City (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$129

San Francisco main airports to arrive at

San Francisco International (SFO)

Cheapest

San Francisco International Airport is a primary gateway for travelers flying from Salt Lake City to San Francisco.

📍 ~20 km from city center (reachable by car, train, and bus)

💸 Flights from ~$129

Airports nearby San Francisco used as alternative

Oakland International (OAK)

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

📍 ~20 km from San Francisco (reachable by car or BART)

💸 Flights from ~$132

Business & First Class Flight Deals to San Francisco

79% AI deal score

$925

$559

Save $366

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to San Francisco

Historically, the best time to book flights from Salt Lake City to San Francisco is 60+ days before departure. During this period, the average price for a flight is typically around $231. Booking within 7-13 days of departure sees prices rise to an average of $288. For those booking at the last minute, within 0-6 days of departure, the average price can be as high as $638, indicating a significant increase.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Salt Lake City to San Francisco is considered to be $120 or less. The median price for this route over the same period was $295. Prices can vary, with 75% of observed prices being $544 or less, indicating that deals significantly below the median are available for this route.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Salt Lake City to San Francisco are November, September, and October. During these months, the median prices are around $115 to $116. This is significantly lower than the annual median price of $295 for this route. Travelers looking for the best value typically find it during these autumn months.

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Salt Lake City to San Francisco: Overview

Insights for flights from Salt Lake City to San Francisco

How much is a round trip from Salt Lake City to San Francisco

Regular price: $204 - $279

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Salt Lake City to San Francisco is $204-$279. The current lowest deal is $102 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Nov 6-Nov 10.

now $102

Low $204

High $279

The cheapest time to fly from Salt Lake City to San Francisco

November

Cheapest

Flights from $115

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $354

Jan

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Salt Lake City to San Francisco

Frontier Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Salt Lake City to San Francisco

Wed, Aug 5

⌛ Last-Minute

SLC - San Francisco

Salt Lake City (SLC) - San Francisco (SFO)

Frontier Airlines

$288

$184

One-way

Fri, Aug 7

⌛ Last-Minute

SLC - San Francisco

Salt Lake City (SLC) - San Francisco (SFO)

Frontier Airlines

$299

$166

One-way

Sun, Aug 9

⌛ Last-Minute

SLC - San Francisco

Salt Lake City (SLC) - San Francisco (SFO)

Frontier Airlines

$279

$212

One-way

Sun, Aug 9

⌛ Last-Minute

SLC - San Francisco

Salt Lake City (SLC) - San Francisco (SFO)

Frontier Airlines

$279

$216

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

SLC - San Francisco

Salt Lake City (SLC) - San Francisco (SFO)

Frontier Airlines

$144

$158

One-way

Wed, Aug 12

⌛ Last-Minute

SLC - San Francisco

Salt Lake City (SLC) - San Francisco (SFO)

Frontier Airlines

$268

$144

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Salt Lake City to San Francisco

4 nights

Nov 6 - Nov 10

$264 → $102

61%

6 nights

Sep 23 - Sep 29

$273 → $118

57%

7 nights

Sep 14 - Sep 21

$266 → $118

56%

4 nights

Sep 24 - Sep 28

$284 → $136

52%

Popular Airports to fly from Salt Lake City to San Francisco