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Cheap flights from San Diego to San Francisco from £44

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Alaska Airlines Logo
14:51 - 16:32
SAN
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SFO
1h 41mdirect
Alaska Airlines Logo
18:40 - 20:22
SFO
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SAN
1h 42mdirect
£83Alaska Airlines
Tue, 13 Jan - Tue, 13 Jan
United Airlines Logo
18:00 - 19:46
SAN
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SFO
1h 46mdirect
United Airlines Logo
21:30 - 23:05
SFO
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SAN
1h 35mdirect
£87United Airlines
Wed, 7 Jan - Wed, 14 Jan
Alaska Airlines Logo
07:00 - 08:47
SAN
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SFO
1h 47mdirect
Alaska Airlines Logo
11:41 - 13:21
SFO
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SAN
1h 40mdirect
£90Alaska Airlines
Sat, 10 Jan - Sat, 10 Jan
United Airlines Logo
06:15 - 12:00
SAN
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SFO
5h 45m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
22:40 - 00:15
SFO
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SAN
1h 35mdirect
£92United Airlines
Sat, 24 Jan - Tue, 27 Jan
Alaska Airlines Logo
06:15 - 08:15
SAN
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SFO
2h 00mdirect
Alaska Airlines Logo
10:16 - 11:55
SFO
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SAN
1h 39mdirect
£95Alaska Airlines
Tue, 6 Jan - Tue, 13 Jan
Alaska Airlines Logo
20:59 - 22:47
SAN
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SFO
1h 48mdirect
Alaska Airlines Logo
07:00 - 08:35
SFO
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SAN
1h 35mdirect
£99Alaska Airlines
Sat, 10 Jan - Sun, 11 Jan
United Airlines Logo
06:15 - 12:00
SAN
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SFO
5h 45m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
13:13 - 14:52
SFO
-
SAN
1h 39mdirect
£99United Airlines
Sat, 17 Jan - Tue, 20 Jan
Southwest Logo
06:50 - 11:50
SAN
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SFO
5h 00m1 stop
Southwest Logo
15:00 - 20:50
SFO
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SAN
5h 50m1 stop
£102Southwest
Tue, 13 Jan - Tue, 13 Jan
Alaska Airlines Logo
12:10 - 14:03
SAN
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SFO
1h 53mdirect
Alaska Airlines Logo
07:00 - 08:35
SFO
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SAN
1h 35mdirect
£102Alaska Airlines
Tue, 6 Jan - Tue, 13 Jan
United Airlines Logo
06:15 - 12:00
SAN
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SFO
5h 45m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
07:00 - 08:37
SFO
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SAN
1h 37mdirect
£103United Airlines
Sat, 24 Jan - Sun, 25 Jan

Alaska Airlines flights from San Diego to San Francisco

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Alaska Airlines
13 Jan
SAN14:51San Diego
1h 41m
SFO16:32San Francisco
13 Jan
SFO18:40San Francisco
1h 42m
SAN20:22San Diego
£83
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Alaska Airlines
10 Jan
SAN07:00San Diego
1h 47m
SFO08:47San Francisco
10 Jan
SFO11:41San Francisco
1h 40m
SAN13:21San Diego
£90
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Alaska Airlines
6 Jan
SAN06:15San Diego
2h 00m
SFO08:15San Francisco
13 Jan
SFO10:16San Francisco
1h 39m
SAN11:55San Diego
£95
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Southwest flights from San Diego to San Francisco

Our best Southwest deals on San Diego to San Francisco flight tickets
Southwest
7 Jan
SAN10:15San Diego
1h 50m
SFO12:05San Francisco
7 Jan
SFO16:30San Francisco
1h 35m
SAN18:05San Diego
£87
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Southwest
7 Jan
SAN06:50San Diego
5h 00m
1 stop
SFO11:50San Francisco
7 Jan
SFO14:00San Francisco
7h 50m
1 stop
SAN21:50San Diego
£102
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Southwest
10 Jan
SAN06:45San Diego
4h 20m
1 stop
SFO11:05San Francisco
11 Jan
SFO05:30San Francisco
6h 50m
1 stop
SAN12:20San Diego
£113
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Customise your flight search to find flights from San Diego to San Francisco that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 279,928 searches. Data last updated 12 December 2025.
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Price

San DiegoSan Francisco

SAN - SFO

SANSFO

San Diego

Tue 13/1

14:51-16:32

Nonstop1h 41m

San Francisco

Tue 13/1

18:40-20:22

Nonstop1h 42m

£83

San DiegoSan Francisco

SAN - SFO

SANSFO

San Diego

Wed 7/1

18:00-19:46

Nonstop1h 46m

San Francisco

Wed 14/1

21:30-23:05

Nonstop1h 35m

£87

San DiegoSan Francisco

SAN - SFO

SANSFO

San Diego

Sat 10/1

07:00-08:47

Nonstop1h 47m

San Francisco

Sat 10/1

11:41-13:21

Nonstop1h 40m

£90

San DiegoSan Francisco

SAN - SFO

SANSFO

San Diego

Sat 24/1

06:15-12:00

1 stop5h 45m

San Francisco

Tue 27/1

22:40-00:15

Nonstop1h 35m

£92

San DiegoSan Francisco

SAN - SFO

SANSFO

San Diego

Tue 6/1

06:15-08:15

Nonstop2h 00m

San Francisco

Tue 13/1

10:16-11:55

Nonstop1h 39m

£95

San DiegoSan Francisco

SAN - SFO

SANSFO

San Diego

Sat 10/1

20:59-22:47

Nonstop1h 48m

San Francisco

Sun 11/1

07:00-08:35

Nonstop1h 35m

£99

San DiegoSan Francisco

SAN - SFO

SANSFO

San Diego

Sat 17/1

06:15-12:00

1 stop5h 45m

San Francisco

Tue 20/1

13:13-14:52

Nonstop1h 39m

£99

San DiegoSan Francisco

SAN - SFO

SANSFO

San Diego

Tue 13/1

06:50-11:50

1 stop5h 00m

San Francisco

Tue 13/1

15:00-20:50

1 stop5h 50m

£102

San DiegoSan Francisco

SAN - SFO

SANSFO

San Diego

Tue 6/1

12:10-14:03

Nonstop1h 53m

San Francisco

Tue 13/1

07:00-08:35

Nonstop1h 35m

£102

San DiegoSan Francisco

SAN - SFO

SANSFO

San Diego

Sat 24/1

06:15-12:00

1 stop5h 45m

San Francisco

Sun 25/1

07:00-08:37

Nonstop1h 37m

£103

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from San Diego to San Francisco

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

What is the cheapest month to fly to San Francisco?

The month of January is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to San Francisco from San Diego, with most prices found around £81. If you are unable to visit San Francisco during the month of January, then departing from San Diego during the month February is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around £87.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to San Francisco?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to San Francisco is on a Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as £84. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. Flights from San Diego to San Francisco on a Tuesday will generally be more expensive and average around £731. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to San Francisco?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to San Francisco is in the afternoon. Flights from San Diego to San Francisco during this time can be as low as £124. Try not to purchase tickets in the morning because they tend to be around £485. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

What is the cheapest San Diego to San Francisco flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to San Francisco?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to San Francisco from San Diego when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San Francisco for around £103 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to San Francisco from San Diego for as low as £72 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on San Diego to San Francisco flights?

There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on San Diego to San Francisco flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on San Diego to San Francisco flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between San Diego to San Francisco.

How have San Diego to San Francisco flight prices changed over time?

As of December 2025, prices for San Diego to San Francisco flights are approximately 47% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from San Diego to San Francisco

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from San Diego to San Francisco according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap San Diego to San Francisco (SAN to SFO) flight deals and tips

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Fastest flight time

1h 47m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in San Francisco

1 airport
The fastest flight from San Diego to San Francisco takes 1h 47m
Direct flights go from San Diego to San Francisco every day.
There is 1 airport in San Francisco. From San Diego there are direct flights to San Francisco (SFO).
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  • How far is San Diego to San Francisco by plane?

    San Francisco is 458.7 mi away from San Diego. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 1h 47m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Diego Airport to San Francisco Airport?

    Prices for flights from San Diego Airport to San Francisco Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

  • How old do you have to be to fly from San Diego Airport to San Francisco Airport?

    The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from San Diego Airport to San Francisco Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Francisco Airport?

    The required travel and health documents for your San Francisco Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at San Francisco Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular plane model from San Diego to San Francisco?

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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from San Diego to San Francisco?

Finding the right flight to San Francisco from San Diego is quick and easy when you have a range of options in front of you, from reputable agents and recognisable airlines. Options that can then be filtered down to find the best fit. That is what momondo does. We make finding flights to San Francisco quick and easy, saving you time and money.

Can I find flights from San Diego to San Francisco with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. momondo allows you to filter the results for San Diego to San Francisco flights to just show those with flexible booking policies.

How can momondo help me find flights from San Diego to San Francisco?

Once all potential San Diego to San Francisco flight options are in front of you, momondo lets you sort and filter flights based on preferences such as airline, price and flight times amongst many other options.

I’m not ready to book a flight from San Diego to San Francisco right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

If you are not ready to book a flight from San Diego to San Francisco now, use our insights above to find helpful tips or alternatively set up a price alert, where momondo will track prices on flights to San Francisco and let you know when they change.

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