Flights to San Francisco

£272 Cheap flights to San Francisco

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight to San Francisco departing on 15/4. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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Scandinavian Airlines Logo
09:20 - 14:40EDI-SFO
37h 20m2 stops
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
16:45 - 18:25SFO-EDI
17h 40m1 stop
£458Scandinavian Airlines
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Wed, 22 Apr - Tue, 5 May
Multiple Airlines Logo
19:35 - 15:35GLA-SFO
28h 00m2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
17:20 - 21:05SFO-GLA
19h 45m2 stops
£459Multiple Airlines
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Sun, 11 Jan - Sat, 24 Jan
British Airways Logo
06:30 - 15:35LHR-SFO
17h 05m1 stop
British Airways Logo
10:11 - 08:35SFO-LHR
14h 24m1 stop
£459British Airways
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Fri, 26 Dec - Tue, 13 Jan
British Airways Logo
07:50 - 16:35LHR-SFO
16h 45m1 stop
British Airways Logo
20:40 - 15:10SFO-LHR
10h 30mdirect
£460British Airways
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Sun, 14 Dec - Wed, 24 Dec
Virgin Atlantic Logo
11:05 - 20:28LHR-SFO
17h 23m1 stop
Virgin Atlantic Logo
16:03 - 11:55SFO-LHR
59h 52m2 stops
£462Virgin Atlantic
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Wed, 17 Dec - Thu, 8 Jan
United Airlines Logo
12:05 - 01:15LHR-SFO
21h 10m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
13:20 - 11:50SFO-LHR
14h 30m1 stop
£462United Airlines
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Mon, 15 Dec - Wed, 24 Dec
Virgin Atlantic Logo
20:05 - 11:50LCY-SFO
23h 45m1 stop
Virgin Atlantic Logo
05:45 - 07:15SFO-LCY
17h 30m2 stops
£470Virgin Atlantic
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Mon, 12 Jan - Mon, 19 Jan
United Airlines Logo
06:00 - 15:55BHX-SFO
17h 55m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
08:25 - 12:35SFO-BHX
20h 10m2 stops
£530United Airlines
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Tue, 13 Jan - Tue, 20 Jan
Lufthansa Logo
17:45 - 12:40BHX-SFO
26h 55m2 stops
Lufthansa Logo
14:40 - 22:45SFO-BHX
24h 05m1 stop
£536Lufthansa
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Wed, 14 Jan - Tue, 20 Jan
Lufthansa Logo
17:45 - 19:35BHX-SFO
33h 50m1 stop
Lufthansa Logo
08:25 - 10:00SFO-BHX
17h 35m2 stops
£536Lufthansa
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Locate flights to San Francisco that fit your budget, with regularly updated fares and availability. In the last 7 days, momondo users made a total of 279,928 searches and data was last updated on 30 November 2025.
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Depart

Return

Price

EdinburghSan Francisco

EDI - SFO

EDISFO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 22/4

09:20-14:40

2 stops37h 20m

San Francisco

Tue 5/5

16:45-18:25

1 stop17h 40m

£458

GlasgowSan Francisco

GLA - SFO

GLASFO

Glasgow Intl

Sun 11/1

19:35-15:35

2 stops28h 00m

San Francisco

Sat 24/1

17:20-21:05

2 stops19h 45m

£459

LondonSan Francisco

LHR - SFO

LHRSFO

London Heathrow

Fri 26/12

06:30-15:35

1 stop17h 05m

San Francisco

Tue 13/1

10:11-08:35

1 stop14h 24m

£459

LondonSan Francisco

LHR - SFO

LHRSFO

London Heathrow

Sun 14/12

07:50-16:35

1 stop16h 45m

San Francisco

Wed 24/12

20:40-15:10

Nonstop10h 30m

£460

LondonSan Francisco

LHR - SFO

LHRSFO

London Heathrow

Wed 17/12

11:05-20:28

1 stop17h 23m

San Francisco

Thu 8/1

16:03-11:55

2 stops59h 52m

£462

LondonSan Francisco

LHR - SFO

LHRSFO

London Heathrow

Mon 15/12

12:05-01:15

1 stop21h 10m

San Francisco

Wed 24/12

13:20-11:50

1 stop14h 30m

£462

LondonSan Francisco

LCY - SFO

LCYSFO

London City

Mon 12/1

20:05-11:50

1 stop23h 45m

San Francisco

Mon 19/1

05:45-07:15

2 stops17h 30m

£470

BirminghamSan Francisco

BHX - SFO

BHXSFO

Birmingham

Tue 13/1

06:00-15:55

1 stop17h 55m

San Francisco

Tue 20/1

08:25-12:35

2 stops20h 10m

£530

BirminghamSan Francisco

BHX - SFO

BHXSFO

Birmingham

Wed 14/1

17:45-12:40

2 stops26h 55m

San Francisco

Tue 20/1

14:40-22:45

1 stop24h 05m

£536

BirminghamSan Francisco

BHX - SFO

BHXSFO

Birmingham

Wed 14/1

17:45-19:35

1 stop33h 50m

San Francisco

Wed 21/1

08:25-10:00

2 stops17h 35m

£536

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San Francisco flights insights and trends

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What is the cheapest month to fly to San Francisco?

The month of September is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to San Francisco from United Kingdom, with most prices found around £434. If you are unable to visit San Francisco during the month of September, then departing from United Kingdom during the month February is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around £438.

What is the absolute cheapest flight to San Francisco?

£75 is the cheapest deal found on momondo in the last two weeks for a flight to San Francisco. This flight is from Las Vegas and is 52% cheaper than most flights to San Francisco. To find the cheapest price to San Francisco from your area, use momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.
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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 Thursday when prices can be found for as low as £591. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. Flights from United Kingdom to San Francisco on a Sunday will generally be more expensive and average around £688. 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 evening. Flights from United Kingdom to San Francisco during this time can be as low as £486. Try not to purchase tickets at midday because they tend to be around £973. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to San Francisco from United Kingdom when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San Francisco for around £513 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 United Kingdom for as low as £475 on momondo.

Cheapest flights to San Francisco

Find the cheapest flights to San Francisco from your nearest city or airport
CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO SAN FRANCISCO FROM LONDON HEATHROW AIRPORTFebruary17% cheaperFlying from London Heathrow Airport to San Francisco costs on average just £430 in February
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO SAN FRANCISCO FROM LONDON HEATHROW AIRPORTJuly27% more expensiveIt costs about £653 for flights to San Francisco from London Heathrow Airport in July
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO SAN FRANCISCO FROM LONDON HEATHROW AIRPORTJuly220% more users visitedMore momondo users searched in flights to San Francisco from London Heathrow Airport in July than any other month

Cheap San Francisco flight deals and tips

Summary info about San Francisco flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price

£272

Best Round-Trip Price

£458

Fastest flight time

15h 45m

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July
The best one-way flight price to San Francisco from United Kingdom in the last 72 hours is £272 (Manchester to San Francisco).
The best round-trip flight price to San Francisco from United Kingdom in the last 72 hours is £458 (Edinburgh Turnhouse to San Francisco).
The fastest flight to San Francisco from United Kingdom takes 15h 45m (London Heathrow to San Francisco).
July has the highest demand for flights to San Francisco, with a 15% price increase on average.

Frequently asked questions about flying to San Francisco

When is it best to fly to San Francisco to go sightseeing?

Sights like Fisherman's Wharf, Lombard Street, and Alcatraz are most enjoyable in months with moderate weather conditions like January, February, or December. Plan your flight to San Francisco for those months.

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

In general, most travellers find the cheapest time to book a flight to San Francisco is about 51 days prior to their departure date, when tickets on average are £510. Keep in mind that you might also find cheap flights to San Francisco outside of this time window. In fact, momondo users recently found flights from United Kingdom to San Francisco for £442.

Is there an alternative airport near San Francisco?

Those flying to San Francisco could potentially find better pricing at Oakland Airport (12 mi from San Francisco city centre), Concord Buchanan Fld Airport (24 mi from San Francisco city centre), Napa County Airport (30 mi from San Francisco city centre), San Jose Airport (40 mi from San Francisco city centre) or Santa Rosa Sonoma County Airport (54 mi from San Francisco city centre) depending on the month and departure airport.

Is there a cheaper alternative to flying into San Francisco?

You can find deals at Santa Rosa Sonoma County Airport for £120 on average, but that price can change based on your departure airport. To save money, try momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.

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

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

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

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel to San Francisco Airport.

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

The travel and health documents required for your trip to San Francisco Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at San Francisco Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Travelling to a place near San Francisco?

Book flights to San Francisco if you plan to visit one of these locations
Santa Clara
Carmel-by-the-Sea
Seaside
Big Sur
Rohnert Park
South San Francisco
Campbell
Palo Alto
Capitola
Santa Cruz
Novato
Sausalito
San Bruno
Woodland
Redwood City
Aptos
Burlingame
Modesto
Pacific Grove
Fremont

Why use momondo?

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

Finding the right flight to San Francisco is quick and easy when you have a range of options in front of you, from reputable agents and recognisable airlines. These options 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 to San Francisco with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. momondo enables you to select and highlight flights to San Francisco with this policy.

How can momondo help me find flights to San Francisco?

Once you have performed a search in the form on the page, momondo provides useful filters and insights. We can show you the cheapest days and times to fly as well as filter your options to help you make an informed choice when booking flights to San Francisco.

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

Of course. momondo tracks the price of San Francisco flights. All you need is a valid email address and we will do the rest; it is that quick and easy.

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