Cheap flights from BUF to SFO (Buffalo Niagara Intl. to San Francisco Intl.)

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Cheap Flights from BUF to SFO starting at $79 One Way, $204 Round Trip

Prices starting at $204 for return flights and $79 for one-way flights to San Francisco Intl. were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Fri, Sep 25 - Tue, Sep 29
BUF
Buffalo
SFO
San Francisco
$204 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$204
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Sep 25 from Buffalo to San Francisco, returning Tue, Sep 29, priced at $204 found 2 days ago
Tue, Nov 17 - Tue, Mar 2
BUF
Buffalo
SFO
San Francisco
$212 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$212
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Nov 17 from Buffalo to San Francisco, returning Tue, Mar 2, priced at $212 found 2 days ago
Wed, Oct 14 - Tue, Oct 20
BUF
Buffalo
SFO
San Francisco
$213 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$213
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Delta flight, departing Wed, Oct 14 from Buffalo to San Francisco, returning Tue, Oct 20, priced at $213 found 1 day ago
Sat, Oct 10 - Wed, Oct 14
BUF
Buffalo
SFO
San Francisco
$216 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$216
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, Oct 10 from Buffalo to San Francisco, returning Wed, Oct 14, priced at $216 found 1 day ago
Fri, Sep 25 - Tue, Sep 29
BUF
Buffalo
SFO
San Francisco
$219 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$219
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Sep 25 from Buffalo to San Francisco, returning Tue, Sep 29, priced at $219 found 2 days ago

Hotel Ideas near San Francisco Intl.

Airport Hotels near San Francisco Intl.

Grand Hyatt at SFO

Grand Hyatt at SFO

4 out of 5
55 S McDonnell Rd San Francisco CA
$290 nightly
The price is $324 total per night from Sep 6 to Sep 7
$324 total
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the restaurant ...
Grand Hyatt at SFO
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Francisco Airport West

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Francisco Airport West

3 out of 5
1390 El Camino Real Millbrae CA
$133 nightly
The price is $153 total per night from Sep 7 to Sep 8
$153 total
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Millbrae. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Francisco Airport West
San Francisco Airport Marriott Waterfront

San Francisco Airport Marriott Waterfront

4 out of 5
1800 Old Bayshore Hwy Burlingame CA
$141 nightly
The price is $160 total per night from Aug 29 to Aug 30
$160 total
Aug 29 - Aug 30
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Burlingame. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a free airport shuttle, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,227 reviews)
"The hotel was amazing. I really enjoyed my stay, watching the plans land and take off. I wish they had a pool and spa."

Reviewed on Aug 13, 2026

San Francisco Airport Marriott Waterfront
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.

Hotels In San Francisco

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

3.5 out of 5
1500 Van Ness Ave San Francisco CA
$152 nightly
The price is $179 total per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
$179 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the pool ...
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

4 out of 5
2500 Mason St San Francisco CA
$167 nightly
The price is $196 total per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
$196 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
9/10 Wonderful! (7,603 reviews)
"Great location. Well organized breakfast with good food. My biggest complaint is the pillows. One is not enough and two are too many causing a very sore neck. Toilet tank in our bathroom took forever to turn off after flushing."

Reviewed on Aug 13, 2026

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Handlery Union Square Hotel

Handlery Union Square Hotel

3.5 out of 5
351 Geary St San Francisco CA
$160 nightly
The price is $189 total per night from Sep 9 to Sep 10
$189 total
Sep 9 - Sep 10
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and ...
Handlery Union Square Hotel
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.

San Francisco Hotels With Airport Transportation

The Dylan at SFO

The Dylan at SFO

3 out of 5
110 S El Camino Real Millbrae CA
$131 nightly
The price is $155 total per night from Aug 15 to Aug 16
$155 total
Aug 15 - Aug 16
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Millbrae. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
The Dylan at SFO
Hotel Skye SFO

Hotel Skye SFO

3 out of 5
421 El Camino Real San Bruno CA
$130 nightly
The price is $149 total per night from Aug 23 to Aug 24
$149 total
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Bruno. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,934 reviews)
"Clean room, friend staffs"

Reviewed on Aug 13, 2026

Hotel Skye SFO
Sfo El Rancho Inn

Sfo El Rancho Inn

3 out of 5
1100 El Camino Real Millbrae CA
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Millbrae. Enjoy free breakfast, an outdoor pool, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,860 reviews)
"Customer service was great"

Reviewed on Aug 1, 2026

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Sfo El Rancho Inn
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.

Low Priced San Francisco Hotels

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
$69 nightly
The price is $82 total per night from Aug 16 to Aug 17
$82 total
Aug 16 - Aug 17
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 ...
6/10 (3,962 reviews)
"Bathroom faucet loose- no refrigerator- parking imposible."

Reviewed on Aug 13, 2026

Travelodge by Wyndham San Francisco Airport North
Hotel North Beach

Hotel North Beach

2 out of 5
935 Kearny Street San Francisco CA
$61 nightly
The price is $72 total per night from Aug 14 to Aug 15
$72 total
Aug 14 - Aug 15
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
Hotel North Beach
Hotel Skye SFO

Hotel Skye SFO

3 out of 5
421 El Camino Real San Bruno CA
$130 nightly
The price is $149 total per night from Aug 23 to Aug 24
$149 total
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Bruno. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,934 reviews)
"Clean room, friend staffs"

Reviewed on Aug 13, 2026

Hotel Skye SFO
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.

Family Friendly Hotels in San Francisco

Hotel Zephyr San Francisco

Hotel Zephyr San Francisco

4 out of 5
250 Beach Street San Francisco CA
$195 nightly
The price is $230 total per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
$230 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this boutique hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,778 reviews)
"Fantastic!"

Reviewed on Aug 13, 2026

Hotel Zephyr San Francisco
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Waterfront

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Waterfront

3.5 out of 5
150 Anza Blvd Burlingame CA
$147 nightly
The price is $167 total per night from Aug 21 to Aug 22
$167 total
Aug 21 - Aug 22
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Burlingame. Enjoy free breakfast, WiFi (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,341 reviews)
"I loved the atrium! Aldo the outside balcony."

Reviewed on Aug 13, 2026

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Waterfront
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Oyster Point

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Oyster Point

3.5 out of 5
250 Gateway Blvd South San Francisco CA
$147 nightly
The price is $172 total per night from Sep 6 to Sep 7
$172 total
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in South San Francisco. Enjoy free breakfast, a 24-hour fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,680 reviews)
"Washroom door lock in our suite wasn’t working. All the rest was excellent."

Reviewed on Aug 13, 2026

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Oyster Point
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.

BUF to SFO Route Info

Origin Airport
Destination Airport
Number Of Airlines Serving
Distance
Shortest Flight Departure Time
Shortest Flight Departure Date
BUF Address & GPS
Address:
Genesee Street
Buffalo NY, 14225
United States
IATA Code:
BUF
Longitude:
-78.731804
Latitude:
42.933828
Time Zone:
America/New_York
SFO Address & GPS
Address:
San Francisco CA, 94128
United States
IATA Code:
SFO
Longitude:
-122.389881
Latitude:
37.615215
Time Zone:
America/Los_Angeles

Frequently asked questions

Are there non-stop flights from BUF to San Francisco Airport?
Nonstop flights aren't an option when it comes to getting from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to San Francisco Airport. However, there are numerous carriers that service this route with just a single stopover, including United Airlines, Delta Air Lines and American Airlines.
What is the shortest flight from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to San Francisco Airport?
The quickest flight from Buffalo Niagara Intl. Airport (BUF) to SFO is 7 hours and 39 minutes. Order a wine from the drink trolley, hone your travel itinerary or make friends with your seat mate — you'll have plenty of time on this medium-haul journey.
How many hours flight from BUF to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
The journey from BUF to SFO will take approximately 7 hours and 48 minutes. A few TV shows, a gripping novel and a decent snooze will make the time zip by.
What airlines have the most flights from Buffalo Niagara Intl. Airport (BUF) to San Francisco Airport?
You'll need to make at least one stopover if you're on your way from Buffalo to San Francisco. Unfortunately, there aren't any airlines that offer nonstop flights on this route.

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