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California Academy of Sciences
Renowned science museum with rainforest dome, aquarium, and planetarium. Interactive exhibits make it a standout for all ages.
Cheapest price on Oct 13
€67
Average ticket price on Oct 13
€176
Fastest journey on Oct 13
1 h 45 m
Average journey duration on Oct 13
2 h 39 m
Flights on Oct 13
5
Distance
683 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Oceanside, CA to San Francisco, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Oceanside, CA to San Francisco, CA will cost around €176 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €67.
On Tue, Oct 13, we found 5 flights from Oceanside, CA to San Francisco, CA, including 5 direct services.
On Tue, Oct 13 the direct flights cover the 683 km distance in an average of 2 h 39 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 45 m .
On Tue, Oct 13 the longest flights will take 6 h 1 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Flights from Oceanside, CA to San Francisco, CA depart on average 125 times per day, taking around 4h 21m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at €100 but you can travel from only €63 by bus.
There are 34 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 00:10, the last at 23:58. The fastest flight covers the 424 miles (683 km) distance in 1h 25m. October is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 424 miles (683 km) |
Average flight duration 4h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price €100 |
Flights per day 125 |
Direct flights 34 |
Fastest flight 1h 25m |
First flight 12:10 AM |
Last flight 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 1 day |
The table below shows live departures for Oceanside, CA to San Francisco, CA flights for today, Monday, October 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
UA682 · UA2123 | 4:11 PM San Diego International Airport | 6h40 | 10:51 PM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA5351 | 4:11 PM John Wayne Airport | 1h41 | 5:52 PM San Francisco International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
UA1048 · UA2123 | 4:15 PM John Wayne Airport | 6h36 | 10:51 PM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS3494 | 4:21 PM John Wayne Airport | 1h34 | 5:55 PM San Francisco International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AA9298 | 4:21 PM John Wayne Airport | 1h34 | 5:55 PM San Francisco International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AA2361 · AA446 | 4:26 PM San Diego International Airport | 8h18 | 12:44 AM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1951 · AA686 | 4:29 PM San Diego International Airport | 6h08 | 10:37 PM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2463 · AA686 | 4:30 PM John Wayne Airport | 6h07 | 10:37 PM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2659 · AA446 | 4:34 PM John Wayne Airport | 8h10 | 12:44 AM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2234 · UA2056 | 5:00 PM San Diego International Airport | 5h52 | 10:52 PM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2234 · UA2837 | 5:00 PM San Diego International Airport | 3h28 | 8:28 PM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2234 · UA1195 | 5:00 PM San Diego International Airport | 4h47 | 9:47 PM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS3492 | 5:47 PM John Wayne Airport | 1h32 | 7:19 PM San Francisco International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AA9325 | 5:47 PM John Wayne Airport | 1h32 | 7:19 PM San Francisco International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, October 13 | |||||
![]() | 1:12 AM Oceanside, CA | 1h45 | 2:57 AM San Francisco, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
AS589 · AS697 | 6:19 PM John Wayne Airport | 5h07 | 11:26 PM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2111 | 6:22 PM John Wayne Airport | 1h32 | 7:54 PM San Francisco International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
UA1302 | 6:28 PM San Diego International Airport | 1h42 | 8:10 PM San Francisco International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AA9403 | 6:51 PM San Diego International Airport | 1h42 | 8:33 PM San Francisco International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AS736 | 7:31 PM John Wayne Airport | 1h24 | 8:55 PM San Francisco International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AA9320 | 7:31 PM John Wayne Airport | 1h24 | 8:55 PM San Francisco International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AA2471+ AA6430 | 7:31 PM John Wayne Airport | 14h30 | 10:01 AM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA9336 | 7:55 PM San Diego International Airport | 1h48 | 9:43 PM San Francisco International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
3463 | 7:55 PM San Diego International Airport | 1h48 | 9:43 PM San Francisco International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
3581 | 7:59 PM John Wayne Airport | 1h35 | 9:34 PM San Francisco International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
UA5339 | 8:00 PM John Wayne Airport | 1h41 | 9:41 PM San Francisco International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AS3493 | 8:31 PM John Wayne Airport | 1h34 | 10:05 PM San Francisco International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AA7454 | 8:31 PM John Wayne Airport | 1h34 | 10:05 PM San Francisco International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AA9305 | 8:55 PM San Diego International Airport | 1h45 | 10:40 PM San Francisco International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
UA540 · UA1116 | 10:30 PM San Diego International Airport | 12h00 | 10:30 AM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 2:40 PM Oceanside, CA | 1h53 | 4:33 PM San Francisco, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:44 PM Oceanside, CA | 6h01 | 11:45 PM San Francisco, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:57 PM Oceanside, CA | 1h47 | 8:44 PM San Francisco, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:57 PM Oceanside, CA | 1h47 | 9:44 PM San Francisco, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last flight of the day. | |||||
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Renowned science museum with rainforest dome, aquarium, and planetarium. Interactive exhibits make it a standout for all ages.
Major fine arts museum in Golden Gate Park with American art, textiles, and a panoramic tower. A classic cultural highlight.
Leading modern and contemporary art museum with landmark architecture and strong global collections. Essential for art-focused visitors.
Large urban park with gardens, lakes, museums, and trails. It is a must for relaxing, walking, and seeing several major attractions.
Steeply curving block lined with flowers and grand homes. This famous street offers classic photos and a quintessential San Francisco scene.
Popular waterfront promenade with bay views, piers, and ferries. Great for walking, people-watching, and connecting to nearby sights.
A crusty loaf with a tangy flavor shaped by the city’s historic wild yeast culture. It is one of San Francisco’s most iconic foods.
Fresh local Dungeness crab, often cracked and served simply or in cioppino. It is a Bay Area seasonal specialty tied to the fishing waterfront.
A tomato-based seafood stew created by Italian American fishermen in North Beach. It is a classic San Francisco dish built from the day’s catch.
Celebrated fine dining destination known for inventive tasting menus and polished service in an elegant, intimate setting.
Historic North Beach seafood house famous for cioppino, crab, and old-school San Francisco waterfront charm.
Legendary Mission taqueria known for large Mission-style burritos and a lively, no-frills local atmosphere.
Very high hotel, dining, and transport costs make San Francisco pricier than most US cities and many major tourist destinations.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants, 15-20% for taxis, and round up or tip $1 at cafes for good service.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oceanside, CA to San Francisco, CA by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at San Francisco, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Oceanside, CA to San Francisco, CA flights use the John Wayne Airport to San Francisco International Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Oceanside, CA and San Francisco, CA airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
San Francisco International Airport is 1 km from San Francisco city centre. Public transport options include:
San Francisco International Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge, and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located throughout all terminals.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at San Francisco International Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at San Francisco International Airport: Elevators, ramps, toilets.
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