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Cheap flights to San Mateo County from $19 One Way, $38 Round Trip

$38 return flights and $19 one-way flights to San Mateo County were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Tue, Dec 8 - Tue, Dec 8
LAX
Los Angeles
SFO
San Francisco
$38 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$38
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Tue, Dec 8 from Los Angeles to San Francisco, returning Tue, Dec 8, priced at $38 found 1 hour ago
Fri, Nov 6 - Fri, Nov 13
LAX
Los Angeles
SJC
San Jose
$53 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$53
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Nov 6 from Los Angeles to San Jose, returning Fri, Nov 13, priced at $53 found 1 day ago
Mon, Nov 9 - Thu, Nov 12
LAX
Los Angeles
OAK
Oakland
$167 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$167
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Nov 9 from Los Angeles to Oakland, returning Thu, Nov 12, priced at $167 found 3 hours ago
Tue, Nov 10 - Mon, Nov 16
LGA
New York
SFO
San Francisco
$282 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$282
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Nov 10 from New York to San Francisco, returning Mon, Nov 16, priced at $282 found 2 hours ago
Wed, Nov 18 - Mon, Nov 30
LGA
New York
SJC
San Jose
$299 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$299
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Nov 18 from New York to San Jose, returning Mon, Nov 30, priced at $299 found 4 hours ago
Wed, Dec 2 - Mon, Dec 7
EWR
New York
SFO
San Francisco
$333 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$333
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, Dec 2 from New York to San Francisco, returning Mon, Dec 7, priced at $333 found 1 hour ago
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Deals For This Weekend's Flights

OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
LAXSan JoseOctober 23 to October 25$256
LAXSan FranciscoOctober 23 to October 28$263
LAXOaklandOctober 25 to October 27$348
JFKSan JoseOctober 23 to October 27$454
JFKSan JoseOctober 23 to October 27$454
ORDOaklandOctober 23 to October 27$455
LGASan FranciscoOctober 25 to November 2$470
JFKOaklandOctober 24 to October 30$484
JFKOaklandOctober 24 to October 30$484
BOSOaklandOctober 24 to November 1$557
JFKSan FranciscoOctober 23 to November 5$625
CANSan FranciscoOctober 23 to November 14$915
PEKSan FranciscoOctober 24 to April 10$922
PVGSan FranciscoOctober 24 to November 1$957
TFUSan FranciscoOctober 25 to October 29$1,323
*Prices include taxes and fees

Find The Perfect Hotel For After Your Flight

Score Epic San Mateo County Accommodation Deals

Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG

Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG

3.5 out of 5
1177 Airport Blvd Burlingame CA
Fully refundable
$114 nightly
The price is $130 total per night from Oct 24 to Oct 25
$130 total
Oct 24 - Oct 25
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Burlingame. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
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Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel

Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel

3 out of 5
1550 Bayshore Hwy Burlingame CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$179 nightly
The price is $201 total per night from Nov 18 to Nov 19
$201 total
Nov 18 - Nov 19
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Burlingame. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (5,024 reviews)
"The staff was very helpful, complete breakfast and the room very comfortable"

Reviewed on Oct 19, 2026

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Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront

Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront

4 out of 5
600 Airport Boulevard Burlingame CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$122 nightly
The price is $139 total per night from Oct 31 to Nov 1
$139 total
Oct 31 - Nov 1
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Burlingame. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,240 reviews)
"Great location for our overnight layover. Convenient shuttle to and from the airport. Room was clean and comfortable. We had two rooms reserved but could only complete contactless registration for one of the rooms. We were told it was because their system was down. Two of us went to breakfast because ..."

Reviewed on Oct 19, 2026

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Travelodge by Wyndham San Francisco Airport North

Travelodge by Wyndham San Francisco Airport North

2 out of 5
326 S Airport Blvd South San Francisco CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$80 nightly
The price is $94 total per night from Nov 8 to Nov 9
$94 total
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in South San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, a free airport shuttle, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the clean ...
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Need a Car For After Your Flight?

Compact

Ford Focus
  • 5 people
  • Unlimited mileage
Los Angeles, USA
Ford Focus

$7

$20 total
found 13 hours ago
Compact Ford Focus

Economy

Mitsubishi Mirage
  • 5 people
  • Unlimited mileage
Los Angeles, USA
Mitsubishi Mirage

$7

$19 total
found 13 hours ago
Economy Mitsubishi Mirage

Special

Dealers Choice
  • 4 people
  • Unlimited mileage
Los Angeles, USA
Dealers Choice

$8

$17 total
found 2 days ago
Special Dealers Choice

Standard

VW Jetta
  • 5 people
  • Unlimited mileage
Los Angeles, USA
VW Jetta

$9

$23 total
found 13 hours ago
Standard VW Jetta
Lowest prices found within the past 13 hours. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

San Mateo County

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Frequently asked questions

Which airlines fly to San Mateo County?
Look up the deals from the 12 airlines that offer flights to San Mateo County. Whether you'd love to sip Champagne in first class or save money in economy, there'll be a seat for you. Touch down at San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) with one of these top carriers:

  • United Airlines - 487 flights to San Mateo County per month
  • Air Canada - 261 flights to San Mateo County per month
  • Alaska Airlines - 56 flights to San Mateo County per month

What is the best airport to fly to in San Mateo County?
There's one primary entry point for this area — San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO). Book your flights to this popular gateway and experience all that San Mateo County has to offer.
How much is a flight to San Mateo County?
Return flights to San Mateo County this week ranged from $38 to $1,323. If you were traveling one-way out of Los Angeles (LAX), you could have bagged ticket prices from just $19.
How to book the cheapest flight to San Mateo County?
Scoring cheap flights to San Mateo County is as easy as booking with Orbitz. But if you'd like to make sure you're grabbing the best flight deals around, here are some tips your wallet will love:

  • Depending on where you're departing from, click on the 'Nearby airports' function (located under the departure and arrival options). On occasion, alternative departure points offer better priced fares.
  • Also, click on the 'Show flexible dates' link to see the prices on days either side of your chosen departure. You may be able to find cheaper flight deals if you're flexible with your plans.
  • To refine your results, click on 'Show options.' You can search based on seating class, airlines, and nonstop and refundable flights. You can also choose the time of day you'd like to fly under 'Sort & Filter' to the left.
  • Lock in your airfare as soon as you've figured out your travel dates. While it does happen now and then, flights rarely drop in price as your departure date gets closer.
  • Consider bundling your flights, hotels and car rental into one convenient package deal to make your budget go even further.
  • Don't fly during peak seasons if you can. By steering clear of school vacations and summer, you can save big on your airfares.

How long is a flight to San Mateo County?
The length of time you spend in the air will depend on where you're coming from, whether that's the Northern states, the South or anywhere else. Listed below are three of the most well-known routes to San Mateo County and how long they take:

  • Los Angeles, CA (LAX-Los Angeles Intl.) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 1 hour and 34 minutes
  • New York, NY (JFK-John F. Kennedy Intl.) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 6 hours and 7 minutes
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 1 hour and 56 minutes

What is the best time to book a flight to San Mateo County?
Generally speaking, January is the best month to purchase your airfare. This is followed by February and August. Keep this in mind while you search for a cheap flight to San Mateo County.
What day of the week is the cheapest to book a flight to San Mateo County?
Land a fantastic flight deal by making a booking on a Tuesday, Wednesday or Saturday. These are typically the best days to score cheap fares to San Mateo County.
What is the cheapest day of the week to fly to San Mateo County?
Everyone enjoys a great bargain, so we recommend leaving earlier in the week for cheap flights to San Mateo County. Orbitz data from 2020 suggests you can secure the best deals on flights that depart on Mondays. Tuesdays are the next cheapest day, while Saturdays are likely to cost an arm and a leg. Many passengers like to start their trip at the end of the week, so leave those Saturdays for binge-watching your favorite TV shows.
What is the cheapest month to fly to San Mateo County?
Consider flying during August if you don't want to eat into your budget. Orbitz data shows that this is generally the best month for cheap flights to San Mateo County. June is when airfares are at their most expensive.
Which airlines allow free cancellation?
We know that plans can change and flexibility is important. That's why you can search for flights that have free cancellation and no change fees on Orbitz. Simply click on "Filter by flexible change policies" and we'll find you fares more flexible than a lip balm left in the sun!
What do I need for the flight to San Mateo County?
There's so much to sort out for any big trip, so it's nice to get a bit of help along the way. Here's a handy checklist to ensure that you're organized for your flight:

  • Check that you've packed your travel paperwork and some identification. For overseas journeys, you'll need to take your passport. When reserving your seats, always use the exact details stated on your government-issued ID.
  • A well-stocked carry-on bag is important for any lengthy flight. With several hours up your sleeve, you'll want something to keep you entertained while in the air. We suggest a good book or magazine, and something to nosh on.
  • Air conditioning and high altitudes can form a cool environment. No matter what the season is in San Mateo County, carry a sweater with you to keep warm and cozy while on the plane.

How many direct flights are there to San Mateo County?
There are 1,143 flights that head directly to San Mateo County each month, so you won't have to deal with tedious stopovers. Reserve a fare with United Airlines or Alaska Airlines and then sit back and enjoy the flight. Delta Air Lines, American Airlines, Southwest Airlines and JetBlue Airways also offer nonstop services to San Mateo County.
How do I get cheap first-class/business deals to San Mateo County?
There are ways of booking business or first-class fares to San Mateo County that won't burn through your savings. Snap up a seat at the front of the plane for less with these helpful tips:

  • Be flexible with your travel dates and hold out for early bird or last-minute sales on business or first-class airfares.
  • Plenty of budget carriers offer quality business-class seating without the hefty fees.
  • Make the most of your airline's rewards program and use points to upgrade your seat. Alternatively, you can try bidding for an upgrade in an online auction if available.

What is the best time to go to San Mateo County?
Anytime is a wonderful time to go to San Mateo County, though March, April and May are the liveliest months. As with most places in the Northern Hemisphere, the summer season commences June 20. If you'd like to spend most of your days in a T-shirt than a heavy winter coat, this time of the year would be ideal. Expect average daytime highs of 70 ºF and nighttime lows around 55 ºF.

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.