Cheap flights from SAN to SFO (San Diego Intl. to San Francisco Intl.)

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Cheap Flights from SAN to SFO starting at $29 One Way, $56 Round Trip

Prices starting at $56 for return flights and $29 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.

Wed, May 6 - Sat, May 9
SAN
San Diego
SFO
San Francisco
$56 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$56
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, May 6 from San Diego to San Francisco, returning Sat, May 9, priced at $56 found 6 hours ago
Sat, May 9 - Mon, May 11
SAN
San Diego
SFO
San Francisco
$58 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$58
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, May 9 from San Diego to San Francisco, returning Mon, May 11, priced at $58 found 5 hours ago
Wed, Jun 10 - Tue, Jun 16
SAN
San Diego
SFO
San Francisco
$66 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$66
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, Jun 10 from San Diego to San Francisco, returning Tue, Jun 16, priced at $66 found 4 days ago
Thu, May 7 - Mon, May 11
SAN
San Diego
SFO
San Francisco
$68 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$68
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, May 7 from San Diego to San Francisco, returning Mon, May 11, priced at $68 found 4 hours ago
Wed, May 13 - Wed, May 20
SAN
San Diego
SFO
San Francisco
$97 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$97
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Wed, May 13 from San Diego to San Francisco, returning Wed, May 20, priced at $97 found 1 hour 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
$309 nightly
The price is $345 total per night from Apr 17 to Apr 18
$345 total
Apr 17 - Apr 18
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 ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,539 reviews)
Restaurant was great!

Reviewed on Apr 13, 2026

Grand Hyatt at SFO
The Millwood - A Boutique Hotel

The Millwood - A Boutique Hotel

3 out of 5
1375 El Camino Real Millbrae CA
$141 nightly
The price is $162 total per night from May 9 to May 10
$162 total
May 9 - May 10
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Millbrae. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
Attractive contemporary place with convenient parking. Billing itself a boutique hotel, I expected breakfast to be a little higher quality. Powdered eggs, watery oatmeal, mediocre coffee.

Reviewed on Apr 15, 2026

The Millwood - A Boutique Hotel
Aloft San Francisco Airport

Aloft San Francisco Airport

3 out of 5
401 E Millbrae Ave Millbrae CA
$118 nightly
The price is $136 total per night from May 2 to May 3
$136 total
May 2 - May 3
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Millbrae. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,255 reviews)
Staff was really friendly and helpful. I enjoyed my room too; clean and spacious. Will return again.

Reviewed on Apr 15, 2026

Aloft San Francisco Airport
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
$132 nightly
The price is $155 total per night from Apr 19 to Apr 20
$155 total
Apr 19 - Apr 20
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (5,563 reviews)
We stayed here for our elopement, great location. Clean and quiet and comfortable. Will probably be our go to every time we are back in SF.

Reviewed on Apr 16, 2026

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Handlery Union Square Hotel

Handlery Union Square Hotel

3.5 out of 5
351 Geary St San Francisco CA
$143 nightly
The price is $169 total per night from May 11 to May 12
$169 total
May 11 - May 12
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,016 reviews)
Pool was clean, Staff is polite and helpful and the rooms are comfortable and clean.

Reviewed on Apr 15, 2026

Handlery Union Square Hotel
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

4 out of 5
2500 Mason St San Francisco CA
$173 nightly
The price is $203 total per night from Apr 19 to Apr 20
$203 total
Apr 19 - Apr 20
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! (7,382 reviews)
Breakfast was nice and bar prices good. However, I didn’t get a final receipt to verify the extra charges. There’s no valet as advertised, self parking garage you pay approximately $52 per night.

Reviewed on Apr 16, 2026

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
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
$112 nightly
The price is $134 total per night from Apr 18 to Apr 19
$134 total
Apr 18 - Apr 19
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,846 reviews)
I was quite impressed how clean, and newish construction of the rooms and bathroom and shower, was exceptional. The pillows were even well thought out. The mattress was so comfortable. The wallpaper was hung correctly, the fixtures in the bathroom are very nice, the shower tile looked new. The whole ...

Reviewed on Apr 15, 2026

The Dylan at SFO
Hotel Skye SFO

Hotel Skye SFO

3 out of 5
421 El Camino Real San Bruno CA
$120 nightly
The price is $138 total per night from Apr 19 to Apr 20
$138 total
Apr 19 - Apr 20
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! (1,712 reviews)
Yes

Reviewed on Apr 15, 2026

Hotel Skye SFO
SFO El Rancho Inn SureStay Collection by Best Western

SFO El Rancho Inn SureStay Collection by Best Western

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! (3,103 reviews)
Front desk

Reviewed on Apr 6, 2026

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SFO El Rancho Inn SureStay Collection by Best Western
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
$60 nightly
The price is $72 total per night from Apr 19 to Apr 20
$72 total
Apr 19 - Apr 20
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 (3,473 reviews)
The property was clean, parking lot was okay, and the room was awful. The bed was not made properly, the Internet was down the whole time and the shower had no pressure.

Reviewed on Apr 15, 2026

Travelodge by Wyndham San Francisco Airport North
Hotel North Beach

Hotel North Beach

2 out of 5
935 Kearny Street San Francisco CA
$59 nightly
The price is $69 total per night from Apr 17 to Apr 18
$69 total
Apr 17 - Apr 18
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 ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
Great area. Room not secured, window latch to public area broken. Should be less money for the quality

Reviewed on Apr 13, 2026

Hotel North Beach
Hotel Skye SFO

Hotel Skye SFO

3 out of 5
421 El Camino Real San Bruno CA
$120 nightly
The price is $138 total per night from Apr 19 to Apr 20
$138 total
Apr 19 - Apr 20
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! (1,712 reviews)
Yes

Reviewed on Apr 15, 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
$169 nightly
The price is $198 total per night from Apr 20 to Apr 21
$198 total
Apr 20 - Apr 21
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! (2,529 reviews)
Everything was in good working order

Reviewed on Apr 15, 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
$138 nightly
The price is $157 total per night from Apr 26 to Apr 27
$157 total
Apr 26 - Apr 27
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! (2,051 reviews)
Old. Broken faucet. Water ran the whole time.

Reviewed on Apr 14, 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
$138 nightly
The price is $162 total per night from Apr 24 to Apr 25
$162 total
Apr 24 - Apr 25
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,357 reviews)
Nice people , ada room

Reviewed on Apr 15, 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.

SAN to SFO Route Info

Origin Airport
Destination Airport
Number Of Airlines Serving
Distance
Shortest Flight Departure Time
Shortest Flight Departure Date
SAN Address & GPS
Address:
Airport Drive
San Diego CA, 92101
United States
IATA Code:
SAN
Longitude:
-117.197312
Latitude:
32.731938
Time Zone:
America/Los_Angeles
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 SAN to San Francisco Airport?
Direct flights are offered by 4 airlines from SAN to SFO, which means you could be locking in your fun-filled vacation within a few moments. We've pulled together a list of the most well-respected carriers for you to look at:

  • Alaska Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • Southwest Airlines
  • Frontier Airlines

What is the shortest flight from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to San Francisco Airport?
If you think your vacation hours should be spent 'vacationing' rather than flying, you'll enjoy the flight from San Diego to San Francisco. It's a seriously short 1 hour and 40 minutes.
How many hours flight from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to San Francisco Airport?
Typically, it takes just 1 hour and 44 minutes to jet from San Diego Airport to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO). With such a short flight time, you'll need to save that binge-viewing for later.
What airlines have the most flights from San Diego Airport to San Francisco Airport?
The cost of tickets, service and the number of flights available are some of the things travelers consider when selecting one airline over another. There are a number of airlines with flights from SAN to San Francisco Airport. Try one of the following and find out why they are traveler favorites:

  • Frontier Airlines - (F9) with 41 flights every month
  • Southwest Airlines - (WN) with 113 flights every month
  • United Airlines - (UA) with 173 flights every month
  • Alaska Airlines - (AS) with 210 flights every month

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