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Cheap Tickets to San Francisco

These prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices quoted are per person, return, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Alaska Airlines
Sun, 2 Nov - Sun, 9 Nov
LAX
Los Angeles
SJO
San José
AU$478 Return, found 2 days ago
AU$478
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Sun, 2 Nov from Los Angeles to San José, returning Sun, 9 Nov, priced at AU$478 found 2 days ago
United
Wed, 21 Jan - Wed, 28 Jan
LAX
Los Angeles
SJO
San José
AU$601 Return, found 1 day ago
AU$601
Return
found 1 day ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, 21 Jan from Los Angeles to San José, returning Wed, 28 Jan, priced at AU$601 found 1 day ago
American Airlines
Thu, 6 Nov - Mon, 24 Nov
LAX
Los Angeles
SJO
San José
AU$606 Return, found 4 hours ago
AU$606
Return
found 4 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Thu, 6 Nov from Los Angeles to San José, returning Mon, 24 Nov, priced at AU$606 found 4 hours ago
Copa
Fri, 7 Nov - Mon, 24 Nov
LAX
Los Angeles
SJO
San José
AU$615 Return, found 4 hours ago
AU$615
Return
found 4 hours ago
Select Copa flight, departing Fri, 7 Nov from Los Angeles to San José, returning Mon, 24 Nov, priced at AU$615 found 4 hours ago
Delta
Fri, 5 Dec - Sat, 13 Dec
LAX
Los Angeles
SJO
San José
AU$705 Return, found 4 days ago
AU$705
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Fri, 5 Dec from Los Angeles to San José, returning Sat, 13 Dec, priced at AU$705 found 4 days ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Columbus (CMH) to San José (SJO)

May is typically the cheapest month to fly

From AU$339 - AU$900 per traveller.

Frequently asked questions

What is the name of San Francisco's airport?
Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) is the only airport that serves San Francisco.
How far is Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) from central San Francisco?
It's 19 kilometres from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to downtown San Francisco. Make things easier by researching the quickest way of commuting from the terminal to the city centre before you touchdown.
What airport is best to fly into San Francisco?
People from all corners of the globe pass through SJO every day. Get off the plane, get your bags and you'll find yourself 19 kilometres from the centre of San Francisco.
How many airlines fly to San Francisco?
San Francisco is serviced by 28 air carriers from at least 47 worldwide airports.
Which airlines fly to San Francisco?
Copa Airlines and Avianca are some of the leading airlines with flights to San Francisco. Travellers often pick Panama City as a departure point with Copa Airlines flying this route the most.
How many nonstop flights are there to San Francisco?
Flying to someplace new is much more straightforward when there aren't any lengthy stopovers. If you're heading to San Francisco, the good news is that there are roughly 761 nonstop flights every week.
Where are the most popular flights to San Francisco departing from?
Flights to San Francisco from Guatemala City, San Salvador and Orlando airports are the most popular.
How long is the flight to San Francisco Airport?
Which city you depart from determines how much of the in-flight entertainment you'll get to enjoy. From Guatemala City to San Francisco, the average flight time is 1 hour and 34 minutes. From San Salvador it's typically 1 hour and 13 minutes, and from Orlando it's 3 hours and 18 minutes.
How to book the cheapest flight to San Francisco?
If you want to save some cash on your trip to San Francisco, then listen up! As every experienced traveller knows, don't book at the very last minute. Prices are usually more expensive just prior to the departure date. Another great way to pick up an unbeatable deal is to shop around. If where you're headed has more than one airport, be sure to research the cost of flying into a less busy terminal. And finally, remember that it's first in, best dressed. Familiarise yourself with airfare costs and have your credit card ready to book your ticket as soon as you see a great bargain. The best deals never last long.
Do you have any tips for my flight to San Francisco?
No matter where you're coming from, flying can be a pleasurable experience if you're well prepared. We've compiled a list of handy tips and tricks that will help get your San Francisco escape started on the right note. What to pack in your hand luggage:

  • It's simple — first, pack your passport, important documents, bank cards and daily medications. Next, you'll need some extra in-flight entertainment to help pass the time. A thrilling novel and a tablet filled with your favourite movies are some fantastic options. If you hope to catch up on some sleep, a comfy neck pillow and a pair of noise-cancelling headphones will also be useful. Finally, find room for a toothbrush and some cleansing wipes so you'll hop off the plane looking fresh and ready to go.

Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:

  • Make sure you don't have a pocket knife hiding in one of the compartments of your carry-on luggage. Other prohibited items include flammable or explosive goods, such as bleach and fuel, and gels and liquids in containers with a capacity of more than 3.4 ounces (100 millilitres).

What to wear on a flight:

  • The aisles of a plane aren't the place for a fashion parade. Wear layers and go for shoes that are roomy, flat and easy to pull on and off.
  • It's likely you've heard about deep vein thrombosis (DVT), a blood clotting condition caused by long periods of inactivity. To lessen your risk on board, stay hydrated, consider wearing compression socks or tights and keep your feet and legs moving.

How to get through airport security fast when flying to San Francisco?
The simple answer is — be prepared. We've rounded up some top tips for an easy trip through security. Watch out San Francisco, here you come:

  • Security personnel first need to make sure that you have a valid ID and boarding pass before anything else. Have them ready to show.
  • After that, both you and your hand luggage will be X-rayed. To make the process quick and painless, remove anything that is likely to trigger the alarm. Personal belongings such as your coat, belt and headphones need to go through the machine.
  • All electronic devices, including your tablet and phone, will also need to be separately scanned.
  • Any gels or liquids, such as shampoo or hand cream, that you want to take on board need to be in containers no greater than 3.4 ounces (100 millilitres). Also, they all must fit inside a quart-size (one litre), zip-lock bag.
  • Lightweight sneakers are a practical footwear choice as you're less likely to be required to remove them when passing through security. Boots and heavier-style shoes are usually subjected to additional screening.
  • Avoid taking prohibited items in your carry-on bag. If you have any sharp or pointed objects, pack them safely away in your checked suitcase. They won't be allowed on board and will be confiscated.

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Travel information

Travel information

Destination airport
Juan Santamaría Intl.
Destination airport IATA code
SJO
Destination city name
San José
Return price
AU$477

Trending flights to San Francisco

These prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices quoted are per person, return, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Qantas Airways
Thu, 22 Jan - Sun, 8 Feb
BNE
Brisbane
SJO
San José
AU$1,792 Return, found 6 days ago
AU$1,792
Return
found 6 days ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Thu, 22 Jan from Brisbane to San José, returning Sun, 8 Feb, priced at AU$1,792 found 6 days ago

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