What kinds of trips can I take from San Francisco?

Across the trailing quarter, the majority of trips from San Francisco were long-haul, accounting for 78% of all destinations. Medium-haul flights made up 18% of the available destinations. Short-haul flights represented 4% of the destinations. This indicates a strong historical emphasis on longer-distance travel options from San Francisco.

What's the cheapest destination from San Francisco in Europe, Asia, and the Caribbean?

Based on historical data, the cheapest destination in the United States from San Francisco is San Bernardino, with a median price of $55. For travelers looking towards Canada, Winnipeg has a median price of $159. In Mexico, Veracruz is available for a median price of $200. Other options include San Pedro Sula, Honduras, for $266 and Bucaramanga, Colombia, for $284.

What's the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco?

Historically, February has been the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco, with an average price of $570. This represents a 39% savings compared to the annual median average price of $936. January is typically the second cheapest month, with an average price of $621. Planning travel during these months can lead to significant savings.

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United States • Aug 2026

$65

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United States • Aug 2026

$87

$27

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Los Angeles

United States • Jul 2026

$73

$27

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Las Vegas

United States • Aug 2026

$61

$29

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Vancouver

Canada • Sep 2026

$107

$46

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Salt Lake City

United States • Aug 2026

$77

$48

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Portland

United States • Aug 2026

$78

$48

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Phoenix

United States • Jul 2026

$171

$50

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Provo

United States • Aug 2026

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United States • Aug 2026

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The most frequently discounted destination from San Francisco recently is Tahiti, French Polynesia. Other popular routes include Los Angeles, United States, and Manila, Philippines, indicating a strong interest in both domestic and international travel from San Francisco.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from San Francisco, current fares to Las Vegas, United States start at just $50. You can also find flights to Los Angeles, United States from $51, and to Ontario, United States, also starting at $51. These prices reflect some of the most economical options available right now for departures from San Francisco.

San Francisco offers an extensive range of destinations, with recent fares available to 2454 unique cities. The United States accounts for 28% of recent fares, followed by French Polynesia at 12%, and Italy at 8%. This diverse distribution highlights the wide array of travel opportunities, from short domestic trips to longer international journeys.

When flying from San Francisco, 20% of recent fares are for direct flights. This means that a significant portion of flights from San Francisco involve at least one stop, so travelers prioritizing non-stop options should consider this when planning their trips.

The flight distances from San Francisco are predominantly long-haul, with 78% of routes classified as long-distance international trips. Medium-haul flights make up 18% of the routes, while short-haul flights account for only 4%. This distribution underscores San Francisco's role as a major hub for international and longer-distance travel.

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JetBlue Airways

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Thu, Jul 9

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - Tahiti

San Francisco (SFO) - Tahiti (PPT)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

$1,068

$597

One-way

Sun, Jul 12

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - Nantucket

San Francisco (SFO) - Nantucket (ACK)

American Airlines

$797

$442

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Fri, Jul 10

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SFO - Honolulu

San Francisco (SFO) - Honolulu (HNL)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$487

$280

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Wed, Jul 8

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SFO - Jacksonville

San Francisco (SFO) - Jacksonville (OAJ)

American Airlines

$882

$476

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SFO - Georgetown

San Francisco (SFO) - Georgetown (GEO)

Avianca

$986

$608

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Sat, Jul 11

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - Quito

San Francisco (SFO) - Quito (UIO)

United Airlines

$989

$609

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Most popular destinations to fly from San Francisco

Rome

TOP

Italy • Oct 2026

from

$466

Zürich

TOP

Switzerland • Oct 2026

from

$499

Saint Lucia

TOP

St. Lucia • Sep 2026

from

$536

Malta

TOP

Malta • Nov 2026

from

$586

Paris

TOP

France • Oct 2026

from

$497

Venice

TOP

Italy • Sep 2026

from

$499

Biggest price drops on international destinations from San Francisco

-71%

SFO - Martha's Vineyard

$1,002 → $286

-52%

SFO - Kiruna

$1,280 → $617

-31%

SFO - Asmara

$2,048 → $1,420

-46%

SFO - Luleå

$1,248 → $668

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Flights from San Francisco to Las Vegas start at just $29.

📅 Cheapest travel period

Jan

Flights from San Francisco tend to be cheaper in January.

⏱️ Best time to book

2-8 weeks in advance

Booking 2-8 weeks in advance offers the lowest median fare of $586 from San Francisco International Airport.

✈️ Airlines to watch

United Airlines, Southwest Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Inc., Deutsche Luft Hansa

These major US carriers offer the most flights from San Francisco.

💸 Cheapest deals found

From ~$27 direct / ~$50 roundtrip

The lowest fares from SFO are to destinations within the United States, such as Las Vegas and Los Angeles.

🗓️ Best days to catch a deal

Wed - Tue - Sat

The cheapest days to fly from San Francisco are Wednesday, Tuesday, and Saturday, with deals from $20.

San Francisco main airports to depart from

San Francisco International (SFO)

Cheapest

San Francisco International is a major hub, ideal for travelers seeking extensive domestic and international flight options.

📍 ~20 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$55

Airports nearby San Francisco used as alternative

Oakland International (OAK)

Oakland International is a close alternative to SFO with high flight frequency and many low-cost carriers.

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

💸 Flights from ~$80

San Jose International (SJC)

Cheapest

San Jose International is a major airport serving the South Bay, often with fewer weather delays than SFO.

📍 ~70 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$57

Sacramento International (SMF)

Sacramento International offers a robust domestic route network and is a reliable alternative for northern travelers.

📍 ~125 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$65

Charles M. Schulz–Sonoma County (STS)

Charles M. Schulz–Sonoma County is convenient for North Bay travelers, offering faster security and boarding.

📍 ~90 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$90

Monterey Regional (MRY)

Monterey Regional is an alternative for southern coastal travelers, providing a less crowded terminal experience.

📍 ~150 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$65

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Boston

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Sint Maarten • Aug 2026

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United States • Aug 2026

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United States • Aug 2026

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United States • Aug 2026

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Ecuador • Sep 2026

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Minneapolis

United States • Nov 2026

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Mexico City

Mexico • Dec 2026

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$1,184

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Peru • Sep 2026

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France • Oct 2026

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Brazil • Aug 2026

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United States • Aug 2026

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United States • Aug 2026

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United States • Oct 2026

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United States • Sep 2026

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United States • Sep 2026

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Barbados • Aug 2026

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Booking Flights from San Francisco: Frequently Asked Questions

Historically, flights from San Francisco to San Bernardino have been available for a median price of $55. Other affordable destinations in the United States include Provo for $109 and Phoenix for $118. Across the trailing quarter, there were 8 destinations with median prices under $200. These options provide a range of choices for budget-conscious travelers.

From San Francisco, travelers can historically fly to 2,454 unique cities across 184 countries. The United States accounts for 28% of the available destinations. French Polynesia represents 12% of the destinations, and Italy makes up 8% of the available routes. This indicates a wide variety of travel possibilities from this origin.

Historically, the most frequent destination for flights from San Francisco has been Tahiti, French Polynesia. Los Angeles, United States, is also a very popular route. Another frequently served destination is Manila, Philippines. These destinations have consistently shown high availability across the trailing 90 days.

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