- Must visit
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 08
$166
Average ticket price on Oct 08
$564
Fastest journey on Oct 08
1 h 41 m
Average journey duration on Oct 08
1 h 42 m
Flights on Oct 08
72
Distance
738 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from San Diego, 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 San Diego, CA to San Francisco, CA will cost around $564 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $166.
On Thu, Oct 08, we found 72 flights from San Diego, CA to San Francisco, CA, including 25 direct services.
On Thu, Oct 08 the direct flights cover the 738 km distance in an average of 1 h 42 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 41 m .
On Thu, Oct 08 the longest flights will take 1 h 42 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.
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AA9403Flights from San Diego, CA to San Francisco, CA depart on average 67 times per day, taking around 4h 18m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $37 (€31) if you book in advance.
There are 18 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 00:17, the last at 23:58. The fastest flight covers the 458 miles (738 km) distance in 1h 29m. July is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 458 miles (738 km) |
Average flight duration 4h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $37 (€31) |
Flights per day 67 |
Direct flights 18 |
Fastest flight 1h 29m |
First flight 12:17 AM |
Last flight 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 28 days |
The table below shows live departures for San Diego, CA to San Francisco, CA flights for today, Wednesday, October 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
UA2667 · UA1905 | 6:15 AM San Diego International Airport | 4h42 | 10:57 AM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2830 | 6:15 AM San Diego International Airport | 1h46 | 8:01 AM San Francisco International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
UA2667 · UA5537 · UA5218 | 6:15 AM San Diego International Airport | 6h38 | 12:53 PM San Francisco International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA2667 · UA5410 · UA5899 | 6:15 AM San Diego International Airport | 6h50 | 1:05 PM San Francisco International Airport | 2 transfers | |
AA1212 · AA2860 | 6:15 AM San Diego International Airport | 9h55 | 4:10 PM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2667 · UA5410 · UA2279 | 6:15 AM San Diego International Airport | 9h01 | 3:16 PM San Francisco International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA2667 · UA5537 · UA5323 | 6:15 AM San Diego International Airport | 8h57 | 3:12 PM San Francisco International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA2667 · UA2199 | 6:15 AM San Diego International Airport | 6h15 | 12:30 PM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1212 · AA3199 | 6:15 AM San Diego International Airport | 7h46 | 2:01 PM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2829 · UA1561 | 7:00 AM San Diego International Airport | 6h05 | 1:05 PM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2829 · UA1812 | 7:00 AM San Diego International Airport | 8h15 | 3:15 PM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA373 · AA1731 | 7:15 AM San Diego International Airport | 7h55 | 3:10 PM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA5519 | 7:20 AM McClellan–Palomar Airport | 1h49 | 9:09 AM San Francisco International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AA9382 | 7:50 AM San Diego International Airport | 1h47 | 9:37 AM San Francisco International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
UA5520 · UA2633 | 8:40 AM McClellan–Palomar Airport | 8h43 | 5:23 PM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA5520 · UA1812 | 8:40 AM McClellan–Palomar Airport | 6h35 | 3:15 PM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA5520 · UA1707 · UA5351 | 8:40 AM McClellan–Palomar Airport | 9h12 | 5:52 PM San Francisco International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA5520 · UA1497 · UA2111 | 8:40 AM McClellan–Palomar Airport | 11h14 | 7:54 PM San Francisco International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA5520 · UA1497 · UA5339 | 8:40 AM McClellan–Palomar Airport | 13h01 | 9:41 PM San Francisco International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA5520 · UA493 · UA2047 | 8:40 AM McClellan–Palomar Airport | 8h25 | 5:05 PM San Francisco International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA5520 · UA1707 · UA2111 | 8:40 AM McClellan–Palomar Airport | 11h14 | 7:54 PM San Francisco International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA2476 · UA1812 | 8:45 AM San Diego International Airport | 6h30 | 3:15 PM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1791 | 9:45 AM San Diego International Airport | 1h46 | 11:31 AM San Francisco International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AA2226 · AA2421 | 9:57 AM San Diego International Airport | 9h42 | 7:39 PM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2226 · AA2860 | 9:57 AM San Diego International Airport | 6h13 | 4:10 PM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2226 · AA686 | 9:57 AM San Diego International Airport | 12h40 | 10:37 PM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA9276 | 10:55 AM San Diego International Airport | 1h46 | 12:41 PM San Francisco International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
UA2793 · UA2633 | 11:00 AM San Diego International Airport | 6h23 | 5:23 PM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2793 · UA1007 | 11:00 AM San Diego International Airport | 8h34 | 7:34 PM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2034 · AA2333 | 11:17 AM San Diego International Airport | 8h08 | 7:25 PM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2034 · AA2775 | 11:17 AM San Diego International Airport | 12h40 | 11:57 PM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2034 · AA2522 | 11:17 AM San Diego International Airport | 11h49 | 11:06 PM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2309 | 11:19 AM San Diego International Airport | 1h46 | 1:05 PM San Francisco International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AA2009 · AA446 | 12:20 PM San Diego International Airport | 12h24 | 12:44 AM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2009 · AA2775 | 12:20 PM San Diego International Airport | 11h37 | 11:57 PM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1565 · UA1007 | 12:37 PM San Diego International Airport | 6h57 | 7:34 PM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1835 | 12:40 PM San Diego International Airport | 1h46 | 2:26 PM San Francisco International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
UA5515 · UA1389 | 1:04 PM McClellan–Palomar Airport | 8h10 | 9:14 PM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA5515 · UA1007 | 1:04 PM McClellan–Palomar Airport | 6h30 | 7:34 PM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA5515 · UA2123 | 1:04 PM McClellan–Palomar Airport | 9h47 | 10:51 PM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1851 · AA2421 | 1:08 PM San Diego International Airport | 6h31 | 7:39 PM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1851 · AA686 | 1:08 PM San Diego International Airport | 9h29 | 10:37 PM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA9319 | 1:10 PM San Diego International Airport | 1h41 | 2:51 PM San Francisco International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
UA1763 | 1:24 PM San Diego International Airport | 1h46 | 3:10 PM San Francisco International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
UA5599 | 1:40 PM McClellan–Palomar Airport | 1h43 | 3:23 PM San Francisco International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AA1770 · AA2522 | 1:53 PM San Diego International Airport | 9h13 | 11:06 PM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2175 · UA4637 · UA4628 | 2:24 PM San Diego International Airport | 5h55 | 8:19 PM San Francisco International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA2175 · UA233 | 2:24 PM San Diego International Airport | 4h51 | 7:15 PM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2175 · UA2837 | 2:24 PM San Diego International Airport | 6h04 | 8:28 PM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA638 · AA2522 | 3:07 PM San Diego International Airport | 7h59 | 11:06 PM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA638 · AA2775 | 3:07 PM San Diego International Airport | 8h50 | 11:57 PM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2117 | 3:56 PM San Diego International Airport | 1h42 | 5:38 PM San Francisco International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AA9328 | 4:00 PM San Diego International Airport | 1h44 | 5:44 PM San Francisco International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
UA682 · UA2123 | 4:11 PM San Diego International Airport | 6h40 | 10:51 PM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
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 | |
UA2234 · UA1195 | 5:00 PM San Diego International Airport | 4h47 | 9:47 PM 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 | |
AA9305 | 5:49 PM San Diego International Airport | 1h42 | 7:31 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 | |
AA1862+ AA6430 | 7:15 PM San Diego International Airport | 14h46 | 10:01 AM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2278 | 7:41 PM San Diego International Airport | 1h50 | 9:31 PM San Francisco International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Discover the best of San Francisco, CA — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect San Francisco, CA trip today.
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 San Diego, 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 San Diego, CA to San Francisco, CA flights use the San Diego International Airport to San Francisco International Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare San Diego, CA and San Francisco, CA airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
San Diego International Airport is 4 km from San Diego city centre. Public transport options include:
San Diego International Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, and Car Rental.
Food options include: Restaurants in terminals 1 and 2, including fast food and sit-down options like The Counter and Phil's BBQ
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in all terminals.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at San Diego International Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at San Diego International Airport: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at San Diego International Airport: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotels nearby, Sheraton San Diego Hotel & Mari within walking distance..
McClellan-Palomar Airport has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at McClellan-Palomar Airport: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
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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