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San Francisco to Boston Flights
San Francisco is a busy and industrious city, but you may want to take a break from it. Travel to Boston for a taste of colonial history and east coast charm. When you book your vacation, check out Orbitz.com. They can help you find great deals on airfare and more.
San Francisco International Airport
San Francisco International Airport is located right off Bayshore Freeway, only about 20 minutes from downtown San Francisco. Some of the airlines that fly out of this airport are American, Southwest and United Airlines. The simplest way to get to the airport is to drive your own car, or ride the Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) train. The BART system is a useful way to get to and from the airport, and the tickets cost under $10, which makes it the least expensive choice.
If you drive your own car, you should park at the long-term parking lot, which will cost $18 per day. Other parking options include short-term parking, which is $36 a day, and a daily parking lot, which costs $28 per day. Once you're at the airport, you can get some food at Amoura Café, Burger Joint, Firewood Grill or any of the other eateries at the airport.
Boston: History Meets Modern Culture
Boston is famous for its role in the American Revolutionary War, but it has more than just historical sites. Go to a Red Sox game or grab a bowl of delicious clam chowder. Whatever your interests are, you're sure to find something to love about Boston.
Boston Logan International Airport
Logan International Airport, located at 1 Harborside Drive, is less than 10 minutes from the Boston city center. This airport offers many passenger amenities, including a spa and a children's play area. To get from the airport to your final destination, you can ride the subway or take a water taxi. Water taxis cost only $10 per trip and offer a unique travel opportunity. Taking the subway is the least expensive option, costing only $2.50 per trip.
Average temperatures in Boston during the summer range from 60 to 82 degrees Fahrenheit. Winters are colder, with average temperatures ranging from 22 to 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Spring and fall offer milder temperatures between the two extremes. Generally, every month receives precipitation in Boston, so be sure to pack an umbrella.
If you're looking for a bit of culture, visit Boston's Museum of Fine Arts or catch a concert by the Boston Symphony Orchestra. Sports fans can watch a game at the world-famous Fenway Park. History buffs can walk the Freedom Trail, which features a number of Boston's most famous historic landmarks. Regardless of your personality, you'll find something in Boston to keep you entertained.
San Francisco to Historical Boston
While San Francisco boasts many important historical sites, Boston tells the story of the Revolutionary War and the founding of the United States. Travel from San Francisco to Boston for lots of history and culture. Visit Orbitz.com to save money on your vacation.
Cheap flights from San Francisco to Boston
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June
Cheapest weekend flights in June from San Francisco to Boston
| Travel dates | Departure | Arrival | Stops: | Round-trip |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leave Sat, Jun 15 | San Francisco (SFO) | Boston (BOS) |
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$401 |
| Return Mon, Jun 17 | Boston (BOS) | San Francisco (SFO) |
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Lowest roundtrip airfare in June from San Francisco to Boston
| Travel dates | Departure | Arrival | Stops: | Round-trip |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leave Mon, Jun 3 | San Francisco (SFO) | Boston (BOS) |
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$334 |
| Return Tue, Jun 4 | Boston (BOS) | San Francisco (SFO) |
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Best one-week trip in June from San Francisco to Boston
| Travel dates | Departure | Arrival | Stops: | Round-trip |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leave Tue, Jun 4 | San Francisco (SFO) | Boston (BOS) |
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$350 |
| Return Tue, Jun 11 | Boston (BOS) | San Francisco (SFO) |
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July
Cheapest weekend flights in July from San Francisco to Boston
| Travel dates | Departure | Arrival | Stops: | Round-trip |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leave Thu, Jul 11 | San Francisco (SFO) | Boston (BOS) |
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$446 |
| Return Mon, Jul 15 | Boston (BOS) | San Francisco (SFO) |
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Lowest roundtrip airfare in July from San Francisco to Boston
| Travel dates | Departure | Arrival | Stops: | Round-trip |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leave Mon, Jul 29 | San Francisco (SFO) | Boston (BOS) |
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$366 |
| Return Sun, Sep 8 | Boston (BOS) | San Francisco (SFO) |
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Best one-week trip in July from San Francisco to Boston
| Travel dates | Departure | Arrival | Stops: | Round-trip |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leave Tue, Jul 16 | San Francisco (SFO) | Boston (BOS) |
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$422 |
| Return Tue, Jul 23 | Boston (BOS) | San Francisco (SFO) |
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August
Cheapest weekend flights in August from San Francisco to Boston
| Travel dates | Departure | Arrival | Stops: | Round-trip |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leave Thu, Aug 22 | San Francisco (SFO) | Boston (BOS) |
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$390 |
| Return Mon, Aug 26 | Boston (BOS) | San Francisco (SFO) |
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Lowest roundtrip airfare in August from San Francisco to Boston
| Travel dates | Departure | Arrival | Stops: | Round-trip |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leave Tue, Aug 27 | San Francisco (SFO) | Boston (BOS) |
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$346 |
| Return Thu, Sep 5 | Boston (BOS) | San Francisco (SFO) |
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Best one-week trip in August from San Francisco to Boston
| Travel dates | Departure | Arrival | Stops: | Round-trip |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leave Wed, Aug 28 | San Francisco (SFO) | Boston (BOS) |
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$360 |
| Return Wed, Sep 4 | Boston (BOS) | San Francisco (SFO) |
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Airports in San Francisco CA, US
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1
San Francisco Airport (SFO)
Distance from City Center: 11.9 miles
Terminals and carriers for flights from SFO to BOS
Terminal Carriers Terminal 2 Virgin America Terminal 3 US Airways, United Airlines Terminal I JetBlue Airways
Airports in Boston MA, US
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1
Boston Logan Airport (BOS)
Distance from City Center: 3 miles
Terminals and carriers for flights from SFO to BOS
Terminal Carriers Terminal B Virgin America Terminal C JetBlue Airways, US Airways, United Airlines
Aircraft Options
Aircraft options between San Francisco and Boston
| Equipment | Carrier |
|---|---|
| Boeing 737-700 Passenger | United Airlines |
| Boeing 757-200 Passenger | US Airways, United Airlines |
| Boeing 757-300 Passenger | United Airlines |
| Boeing 737-900 Passenger | United Airlines, US Airways |
| Airbus Industrie A319 | Virgin America, United Airlines, US Airways |
| Boeing 737-800 Passenger | United Airlines, US Airways |
| Airbus Industrie A320 | JetBlue Airways, Virgin America, United Airlines, US Airways |
Flight facts
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- 15 direct flights are operating from San Francisco to Boston today.
- Today's average time for a direct flight is 5h 43m.
- United Airlines flight 1079 (1:00 AM GMT, Boeing 737-800 Passenger) is today's earliest available flight from San Francisco to Boston.
- Virgin America flight 358 (5:55 PM GMT, Airbus Industrie A320) is today's latest available flight from San Francisco to Boston.
- Today's shortest direct flight from San Francisco to Boston (United Airlines flight 1440, Boeing 757-300 Passenger) takes 5h 34m.
- Today's longest direct flight from San Francisco to Boston (United Airlines flight 444, Airbus Industrie A320) takes 5h 57m.
- Flights from San Francisco Airport (SFO) to Boston Logan Airport (BOS) are available for this route.
Cheap airline tickets from San Francisco to Boston
| Airline | Departure | Arrival | Travel dates | Round-trip |
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| SFO | BOS | Mon, Jun 3 - Tue, Jun 4 | $334 |
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| SFO | BOS | Sat, Oct 5 - Sun, Oct 13 | $350 |
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| SFO | BOS | Wed, Sep 4 - Wed, Sep 11 | $350 |
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| SFO | BOS | Thu, Sep 12 - Tue, Sep 17 | $350 |
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| SFO | BOS | Fri, Sep 6 - Tue, Sep 10 | $369 |
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| SFO | BOS | Tue, Oct 1 - Wed, Oct 16 | $372 |
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| SFO | BOS | Mon, Nov 11 - Fri, Nov 15 | $372 |
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| SFO | BOS | Mon, Jun 10 - Mon, Jun 17 | $372 |
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| SFO | BOS | Mon, Sep 23 - Wed, Sep 25 | $547 |
Daily flight schedule for Sat, May 25, 2013
| Carrier | Flight # | Departing | Arriving | Aircraft | Flight time | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Airport | Time | Airport | Time | ||||
| JetBlue Airways | B6632 | SFO | 8:00 AM | BOS | 4:44 PM | 320 | 5hr 44min |
| United Airlines | UA768 | SFO | 8:17 AM | BOS | 5:00 PM | 752 | 5hr 43min |
| US Airways | US6334 | SFO | 8:17 AM | BOS | 5:00 PM | 752 | 5hr 43min |
| Virgin America | VX352 | SFO | 9:35 AM | BOS | 6:15 PM | 320 | 5hr 40min |
| United Airlines | UA788 | SFO | 10:50 AM | BOS | 7:33 PM | 752 | 5hr 43min |
| US Airways | US6603 | SFO | 10:50 AM | BOS | 7:33 PM | 752 | 5hr 43min |
| United Airlines | UA1509 | SFO | 1:00 PM | BOS | 9:47 PM | 739 | 5hr 47min |
| United Airlines | UA1682 | SFO | 4:15 PM | BOS | 1:00 AM | 73G | 5hr 45min |
| JetBlue Airways | B6636 | SFO | 10:05 PM | BOS | 6:42 AM | 320 | 5hr 37min |
| United Airlines | UA1529 | SFO | 10:38 PM | BOS | 7:22 AM | 739 | 5hr 44min |
| Virgin America | VX358 | SFO | 10:55 PM | BOS | 7:35 AM | 320 | 5hr 40min |