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Cheap Flights to Northern California from $80 One Way, $160 Round Trip

Prices found within past 7 days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Wed, May 6 - Wed, May 13
ORD
O'Hare Intl.
SFO
San Francisco Intl.
$160 Roundtrip, found 9 hours ago
$160
Roundtrip
found 9 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, May 6 from O'Hare Intl. to San Francisco Intl., returning Wed, May 13, priced at $160 found 9 hours ago
Wed, Apr 22 - Fri, Apr 24
ORD
O'Hare Intl.
SMF
Sacramento Intl.
$178 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$178
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Wed, Apr 22 from O'Hare Intl. to Sacramento Intl., returning Fri, Apr 24, priced at $178 found 3 days ago
Thu, Apr 23 - Tue, Apr 28
ORD
O'Hare Intl.
SJC
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
$180 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$180
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Thu, Apr 23 from O'Hare Intl. to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl., returning Tue, Apr 28, priced at $180 found 3 days ago
Mon, Apr 13 - Sat, Apr 18
ORD
O'Hare Intl.
RNO
Reno-Tahoe Intl.
$203 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$203
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Apr 13 from O'Hare Intl. to Reno-Tahoe Intl., returning Sat, Apr 18, priced at $203 found 2 days ago
Wed, May 27 - Wed, Jun 3
ORD
O'Hare Intl.
SFO
San Francisco Intl.
$213 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$213
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, May 27 from O'Hare Intl. to San Francisco Intl., returning Wed, Jun 3, priced at $213 found 8 hours ago
Tue, Apr 21 - Tue, Apr 28
ORD
O'Hare Intl.
OAK
Oakland Intl.
$227 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$227
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Tue, Apr 21 from O'Hare Intl. to Oakland Intl., returning Tue, Apr 28, priced at $227 found 8 hours ago
Wed, Apr 15 - Tue, Apr 28
ORD
O'Hare Intl.
SFO
San Francisco Intl.
$233 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$233
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Apr 15 from O'Hare Intl. to San Francisco Intl., returning Tue, Apr 28, priced at $233 found 7 hours ago
Fri, Oct 16 - Sun, Oct 18
ORD
O'Hare Intl.
FAT
Fresno Yosemite Intl.
$265 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$265
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Fri, Oct 16 from O'Hare Intl. to Fresno Yosemite Intl., returning Sun, Oct 18, priced at $265 found 6 days ago
Sat, Apr 25 - Wed, Apr 29
ORD
O'Hare Intl.
MRY
Monterey Peninsula
$302 Roundtrip, found 9 hours ago
$302
Roundtrip
found 9 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Sat, Apr 25 from O'Hare Intl. to Monterey Peninsula, returning Wed, Apr 29, priced at $302 found 9 hours ago
Thu, Aug 20 - Wed, Aug 26
GDL
Don Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Intl.
FAT
Fresno Yosemite Intl.
$312 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$312
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Volaris flight, departing Thu, Aug 20 from Don Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Intl. to Fresno Yosemite Intl., returning Wed, Aug 26, priced at $312 found 1 hour ago

Northern California Flight Information

Traveling To
Northern California
Destination Airport IATA Code
ACV
Number of Airlines Serving
Airlines
Frontier Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Delta, Southwest Airlines, Volaris, United, American Airlines
Flight Price
$160
Earliest Departing Flight
Latest Departing Flight

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Northern California economy flight packages

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1 Hotel San Francisco
5.0-star property

1 Hotel San Francisco

Apr 24 - Apr 27

3 night stay

Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to San Francisco (SFO)

Alaska Airlines • Roundtrip • Coach
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Price was $1,307, price is now $896 per person
$896
per person
found 1 day ago
MacArthur Place Hotel & Spa
4.0-star property

MacArthur Place Hotel & Spa

Apr 24 - Apr 28

4 night stay

New York (JFK) to Oakland (OAK)

Alaska Airlines • Non-stop roundtrip • Coach
Save 100% on your flight
Price was $3,299, price is now $2,297 per person
$2,297
per person
found 1 day ago
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Northern California first class flight packages

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Grand Sierra Resort and Casino
4.0-star property

Grand Sierra Resort and Casino

8.4/10 Very Good! (8,994 reviews)

May 4 - May 7

3 night stay

Portland (PDX) to Reno (RNO)

Alaska Airlines • Roundtrip • FirstClass
Price was $694, price is now $602 per person
$602
per person
found 1 day ago
Small beds bump my head twice with the wood frame , customer service friendly and professional the room okay and clean , very limited cleaning supply

Reviewed on Jan 5, 2026

1 Hotel San Francisco
5.0-star property

1 Hotel San Francisco

9.2/10 Wonderful! (516 reviews)

Apr 24 - Apr 27

3 night stay

New York (NYC) to San Francisco (SFO)

Delta • Non-stop roundtrip • FirstClass
Price was $2,316, price is now $1,896 per person
$1,896
per person
found 6 hours ago
Excellent hotel in a great location

Reviewed on Sep 23, 2024

@ Marbella Lane - Eccentric 4BR Modern Ranch Home
3.0-star property

@ Marbella Lane - Eccentric 4BR Modern Ranch Home

No reviews

May 11 - May 14

3 night stay

Portland (PDX) to Reno (RNO)

Alaska Airlines • Roundtrip • FirstClass
Price was $1,526, price is now $1,252 per person
$1,252
per person
found 1 day ago
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Northern California

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Frequently asked questions

Which airlines fly to Northern California?
Check out the deals from the 20 airlines that operate services to Northern California. Whether you want to stretch out in the pointy end of the plane or save dollars in economy, there'll be a seat for you. Touch down at Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) with one of these major carriers:

  • Volaris - 23 flights to Northern California per month
  • Air Canada - 8 flights to Northern California per month
  • Aeromexico - 8 flights to Northern California per month

How much is a flight to Northern California?
Plenty of fabulous deals were there for the taking this week, with round-trip flights to Northern California fluctuating from $160 to $312. But it was jet-setters flying in from Chicago (ORD) who landed the really big bargains. One-way fares to Northern California started at a low $80.
How to book the cheapest flight to Northern California?
Snapping up cheap flights to Northern California is as easy as booking your ticket with Orbitz. But if you're eager to make sure you're grabbing the best flight deals around, here are some suggestions your wallet will love:

  • Taking off from or landing at other airports can work out cheaper. Enter your preferred departure and arrival airports. Next, click on the 'Nearby airports' function below the form fields to compare your options.
  • If you're flexible with when you fly out, click on the 'Show flexible dates' option. It'll show the flight deals for the days either side of your selected departure. Airfares often vary depending on what day of the week it is.
  • To refine your results, hit 'Show options.' You can search based on airlines, seating class, and nonstop and refundable flights. You can also choose your preferred departure and arrival times under 'Sort & Filter' to the left.
  • The early bird gets the most impressive deals, so book as soon as you know your travel dates. The cheapest airfares go like hotcakes and prices rise as the departure date nears.
  • Save more on your adventure by bundling your flights, hotels and car rental into a package deal. Your travel budget will thank you.
  • Don't travel during the busy season if you can. By steering clear of school vacations and summer, you can save plenty on your airfare.

What is the best time to book a flight to Northern California?
If you can, purchase your seats to Northern California in January. This is the best month for low airfares, closely followed by February and August. With a bit of organizing, you're guaranteed to find a cheap flight with Orbitz.
What day of the week is the cheapest to book a flight to Northern California?
When it comes to cheap fares to Northern California, the best days to make a booking are generally Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Saturdays. A fantastic flight deal is just clicks away with Orbitz.
What is the cheapest day of the week to fly to Northern California?
You can score cheap flights to Northern California by taking to the skies on a Monday, according to Orbitz data from 2020. Tuesday is the next cheapest day, while Saturday has the most expensive ticket prices. Whether you prefer to save money or take off on any day that's convenient, you'll always find a rewarding deal with Orbitz.
What is the cheapest month to fly to Northern California?
Get set to jet for less in August. This is generally an excellent month to get on a plane if you want cheap flights to Northern California, Orbitz data shows. The least affordable time to fly is June, so try to avoid this month if you're on a budget.
Which airlines allow free cancellation?
We know that plans can change and flexibility is important. That's why you can easily search for flights that have free cancellation and no change fees on Orbitz. Just click on "Filter by flexible change policies" and we'll show you fares more flexible than candy in a car on a hot day!
What do I need for the flight to Northern California?
There is so much to plan for any big trip, so it's nice to get a little bit of help along the way. Here are a few suggestions to make sure you're organized for your flight:

  • For starters, you'll need to take all applicable travel documents and your identification. How much will depend on where you're flying from. When you book, you're encouraged to use the same name, birth date and gender listed on your government-issued ID.
  • Pack your carry-on bag with snacks and activities and watch time whiz by on this medium-haul flight. If possible, join the airport's Wi-Fi and save your favorite playlist or podcast to your phone ahead of your journey.
  • Together, air conditioning and high altitudes make for a chilly environment. No matter what the season is in Northern California, carry a sweater with you to keep nice and toasty during your flight.

How do I get cheap first-class/business deals to Northern California?
There are ways of booking business or first-class fares to Northern California that won't burn a hole through your budget. Claim a seat at the front of the plane for less with these practical tips:

  • Be more flexible with your travel dates and wait for early bird or last-minute sales on first or business-class airfares.
  • Budget airlines offer business-class seating at a fraction of the usual price. Give the full-service carriers a miss and fly with one these cheaper options.
  • Bid for an upgrade in online auctions (if available) or upgrade through your frequent flyer program.

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Fare, taxes & fees: Fares include all taxes and fees, except baggage fees. Rates shown reflect fares found by other Orbitz users over the past 7 days. Due to rapidly changing airline prices & seat availability, these fares may no longer be available.

Refunds/changes/cancellations: Itinerary changes, if permitted for the fare, will have a $30 service fee charged by Orbitz. Additional airline charges may apply.

Other conditions: Schedules, fares and rules are subject to change without notice. Seats are limited and may not be available on all flights/dates or in all markets. Lower fares may be available. Fares will not be honored retroactively or in exchange for any wholly/partially unused ticket. Tickets are non-transferable and non-refundable. Fare rules are provided for the selected itinerary before booking.