Are direct flights from Vienna to San Francisco always the best option?

Direct flights offer convenience by minimizing travel time and avoiding layovers. However, they are not always the most budget-friendly choice. Flights with one or more connections can often be cheaper, so it's worth comparing both options based on your priorities for cost and time.

Can flexible travel dates help on Vienna to San Francisco flights?

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can significantly impact flight prices. Flying during off-peak seasons or on less popular days of the week, such as Tuesdays or Wednesdays, often results in lower fares. Even shifting your departure or return by a day or two can sometimes yield savings.

What extra costs should I check before booking Vienna to San Francisco flights?

Before booking, always check for potential extra costs such as baggage fees, seat selection charges, and in-flight services. Some airlines may also charge for printing boarding passes at the airport. Factor these into your total travel budget to avoid surprises.

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Vienna to San Francisco: Overview

Insights for flights from Vienna to San Francisco

Most itineraries for flights from Vienna to San Francisco connect at least once, with 0% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of connections is 2, indicating that direct flights from Vienna to San Francisco are not commonly available. This means you should expect to include layovers in your travel plans.

If you are looking for cheap flights from Vienna to San Francisco, fares typically range from $854–$1282, with a median of $1093. Right now, current fares are near the typical level. Approximately 17% of recent fares were classified as a good price, suggesting that finding a deal is possible if you are flexible with your travel dates.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Vienna to San Francisco? The data indicates that April is often the most affordable month, with a median fare of $837. Following closely are June, with a median of $839, and February, with a median of $842. Planning your trip during these months could result in lower travel costs.

A typical journey from Vienna to San Francisco takes approximately 31h 10m, including connections. This is a long-haul route, covering a substantial distance of 9654 km. Given the lack of direct flights, this journey time reflects the multiple connections usually required to reach San Francisco from Vienna.

How much is a round trip from Vienna to San Francisco

Regular price: €670 - €1,203

Prices are currently below the regular range.

Regular prices for flights from Vienna to San Francisco typically range from 670 EUR to 1203 EUR. The current lowest deal is 492 EUR with Deutsche Luft Hansa, for travel from Oct 20-Oct 27.

now 492 €

Low 670 €

High 1,203 €

The cheapest time to fly from Vienna to San Francisco

The cheapest month to fly from Vienna to San Francisco is April, with a median price of $837. The most expensive month is August, with a median price of $1249. Prices are generally lower from February to December.

April

Cheapest

Flights from 837 €

August

Most Expensive

Flights from 1,249 €

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Vienna to San Francisco

KLM

Deutsche Luft Hansa

Lufthansa

British Airways

Last-minute flights going from Vienna to San Francisco

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

VIE - San Francisco

Vienna (VIE) - San Francisco (SFO)

Lufthansa

862 €

522 €

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

VIE - San Francisco

Vienna (VIE) - San Francisco (SFO)

Lufthansa

867 €

522 €

One-way

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

VIE - San Francisco

Vienna (VIE) - San Francisco (SFO)

Swiss International Air Lines

867 €

530 €

One-way

Thu, Oct 1

⌛ Last-Minute

VIE - San Francisco

Vienna (VIE) - San Francisco (SFO)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

732 €

496 €

One-way

Thu, Oct 1

⌛ Last-Minute

VIE - San Francisco

Vienna (VIE) - San Francisco (SFO)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

735 €

496 €

One-way

Thu, Oct 1

⌛ Last-Minute

VIE - San Francisco

Vienna (VIE) - San Francisco (SFO)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

725 €

496 €

One-way

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

16 nights

Dec 16 - Jan 1

896 € → 537 €

40%

15 nights

Dec 16 - Dec 31

894 € → 537 €

40%

14 nights

Dec 17 - Dec 31

892 € → 537 €

40%

3 nights

Sep 17 - Sep 20

867 € → 522 €

40%

Popular Airports to fly from Vienna to San Francisco

Vienna - San Francisco route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares near the typical level

Recent fares from Vienna to San Francisco are near the typical level of $1093.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in April for the best prices

Historically, April ($837), June ($839), and February ($842) offer the lowest median prices.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 31h 10m

Flights from Vienna to San Francisco typically involve 2 stopovers, with a median duration of 31h 10m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

There are no direct flights available; connecting flights are the only option for this route.

🏆 Airline highlight

Deutsche Luft Hansa offers a recent deal

A recent deal with Deutsche Luft Hansa was found for $492 from October 20-October 27.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Historically, deals for flights from Vienna to San Francisco appear frequently.

Vienna main airports to depart from

Vienna International Airport (VIE)

Cheapest

Vienna International Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to San Francisco.

📍 ~19 km from Vienna (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~€489

San Francisco main airports to arrive at

San Francisco International (SFO)

Cheapest

San Francisco International is a convenient arrival airport for your trip to San Francisco.

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

💸 Flights from ~€491

Airports nearby San Francisco used as alternative

Oakland International (OAK)

Oakland International is a useful alternative with an extensive domestic network and direct BART rail access.

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

💸 Flights from ~€496

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From VIE

Elite

Sep 24

San Francisco, United States

92% AI deal score

$2,759

$1,947

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United Airlines

Business Class

From VIE

Elite

Sep 24

San Francisco, United States

92% AI deal score

$2,747

$1,947

Save $800

United Airlines

Business Class

From VIE

Elite

Dec 22

San Francisco, United States

91% AI deal score

$5,669

$4,002

Save $1,667

Austrian Airlines, +1

Business Class

From VIE

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Dec 22

San Francisco, United States

91% AI deal score

$5,700

$4,003

Save $1,697

Austrian Airlines, +1

Business Class

From VIE

Elite

Dec 22

San Francisco, United States

91% AI deal score

$5,574

$4,042

Save $1,532

Austrian Airlines, +1

Business Class

From VIE

Elite

Dec 19

San Francisco, United States

91% AI deal score

$5,582

$4,080

Save $1,502

Austrian Airlines, +1

Business Class

From VIE

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Dec 22

San Francisco, United States

90% AI deal score

$5,574

$4,059

Save $1,515

Austrian Airlines, +1

Business Class

From VIE

Elite

Dec 22

San Francisco, United States

90% AI deal score

$5,574

$4,059

Save $1,515

Austrian Airlines, +1

Business Class

From VIE

Elite

Dec 22

San Francisco, United States

90% AI deal score

$5,574

$4,059

Save $1,515

Austrian Airlines, +1

Business Class

From VIE

Elite

Dec 22

San Francisco, United States

90% AI deal score

$5,711

$4,059

Save $1,652

Austrian Airlines, +1

Business Class

From VIE

Elite

Dec 22

San Francisco, United States

90% AI deal score

$5,618

$4,060

Save $1,558

Austrian Airlines, +1

Business Class

From VIE

Elite

Dec 22

San Francisco, United States

90% AI deal score

$5,659

$4,060

Save $1,599

Austrian Airlines, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to San Francisco

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Using flight comparison sites can help you compare options from various airlines and online travel agencies. Setting up price alerts may also notify you of fare drops.

Booking in advance, often several months before your desired departure, can sometimes lead to better prices. However, prices can fluctuate, so monitoring fares over time may help you identify a good booking window. Weekday bookings might also offer different rates.

Comparing nearby airports at both your origin and destination can sometimes reveal more economical flight options. While it may add to your ground travel time, the potential savings on airfare can be significant. Always factor in the cost and convenience of transportation to and from alternative airports.

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Vienna to San Francisco: Overview

Insights for flights from Vienna to San Francisco

How much is a round trip from Vienna to San Francisco

Regular price: €670 - €1,203

Prices are currently below the regular range.

Regular prices for flights from Vienna to San Francisco typically range from 670 EUR to 1203 EUR. The current lowest deal is 492 EUR with Deutsche Luft Hansa, for travel from Oct 20-Oct 27.

now 492 €

Low 670 €

High 1,203 €

The cheapest time to fly from Vienna to San Francisco

April

Cheapest

Flights from 837 €

August

Most Expensive

Flights from 1,249 €

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Vienna to San Francisco

KLM

Deutsche Luft Hansa

Lufthansa

British Airways

Last-minute flights going from Vienna to San Francisco

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

VIE - San Francisco

Vienna (VIE) - San Francisco (SFO)

Lufthansa

862 €

522 €

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

VIE - San Francisco

Vienna (VIE) - San Francisco (SFO)

Lufthansa

867 €

522 €

One-way

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

VIE - San Francisco

Vienna (VIE) - San Francisco (SFO)

Swiss International Air Lines

867 €

530 €

One-way

Thu, Oct 1

⌛ Last-Minute

VIE - San Francisco

Vienna (VIE) - San Francisco (SFO)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

732 €

496 €

One-way

Thu, Oct 1

⌛ Last-Minute

VIE - San Francisco

Vienna (VIE) - San Francisco (SFO)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

735 €

496 €

One-way

Thu, Oct 1

⌛ Last-Minute

VIE - San Francisco

Vienna (VIE) - San Francisco (SFO)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

725 €

496 €

One-way

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

16 nights

Dec 16 - Jan 1

896 € → 537 €

40%

15 nights

Dec 16 - Dec 31

894 € → 537 €

40%

14 nights

Dec 17 - Dec 31

892 € → 537 €

40%

3 nights

Sep 17 - Sep 20

867 € → 522 €

40%

Popular Airports to fly from Vienna to San Francisco

Vienna - San Francisco route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares near the typical level

Recent fares from Vienna to San Francisco are near the typical level of $1093.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in April for the best prices

Historically, April ($837), June ($839), and February ($842) offer the lowest median prices.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 31h 10m

Flights from Vienna to San Francisco typically involve 2 stopovers, with a median duration of 31h 10m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

There are no direct flights available; connecting flights are the only option for this route.

🏆 Airline highlight

Deutsche Luft Hansa offers a recent deal

A recent deal with Deutsche Luft Hansa was found for $492 from October 20-October 27.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Historically, deals for flights from Vienna to San Francisco appear frequently.

Vienna main airports to depart from

Vienna International Airport (VIE)

Cheapest

Vienna International Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to San Francisco.

📍 ~19 km from Vienna (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~€489

San Francisco main airports to arrive at

San Francisco International (SFO)

Cheapest

San Francisco International is a convenient arrival airport for your trip to San Francisco.

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

💸 Flights from ~€491

Airports nearby San Francisco used as alternative

Oakland International (OAK)

Oakland International is a useful alternative with an extensive domestic network and direct BART rail access.

San Francisco, United States

90% AI deal score

$5,659

$4,060

Save $1,599

Austrian Airlines, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to San Francisco

Cheap Flights from Vienna to San Francisco

Today’s best flight deals from Vienna to San Francisco

Vienna to San Francisco: Overview

Insights for flights from Vienna to San Francisco

How much is a round trip from Vienna to San Francisco

The cheapest time to fly from Vienna to San Francisco

Direct flights from Vienna to San Francisco

Last-minute flights going from Vienna to San Francisco

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

Popular Airports to fly from Vienna to San Francisco

Vienna - San Francisco route insights

Recent fares near the typical level

Fly in April for the best prices

Connecting flights average 31h 10m

Connecting flights are dominant

Deutsche Luft Hansa offers a recent deal

Deals are frequent on this route

Vienna 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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Sep 24

Dec 22

Dec 22

Dec 22

Dec 19

Dec 22

Dec 22

Dec 22

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to San Francisco

How can I find cheap flights from Vienna to San Francisco?

When should I book flights from Vienna to San Francisco?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Vienna to San Francisco?

Are direct flights from Vienna to San Francisco always the best option?

Can flexible travel dates help on Vienna to San Francisco flights?

What extra costs should I check before booking Vienna to San Francisco flights?

Related routes

More routes from Vienna

Flights to San Francisco from other cities

Vienna to San Francisco: Overview

Insights for flights from Vienna to San Francisco

How much is a round trip from Vienna to San Francisco

The cheapest time to fly from Vienna to San Francisco

Direct flights from Vienna to San Francisco

Last-minute flights going from Vienna to San Francisco

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

Popular Airports to fly from Vienna to San Francisco

Vienna - San Francisco route insights

Recent fares near the typical level

Fly in April for the best prices

Connecting flights average 31h 10m

Connecting flights are dominant

Deutsche Luft Hansa offers a recent deal

Deals are frequent on this route

Vienna 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

Sep 24

Sep 24

Dec 22

Dec 22

Dec 22

Dec 19

Dec 22

Dec 22

Dec 22

Dec 22

Dec 22

Dec 22

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to San Francisco

How can I find cheap flights from Vienna to San Francisco?

When should I book flights from Vienna to San Francisco?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Vienna to San Francisco?