Cheap flights from Dallas to San Francisco

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Cheapest round-trip flights $145
Frontier 1 stop 11 hr Sat, Nov 8 — Mon, Nov 17
The cheapest round-trip flight from Dallas to San Francisco is currently $145
Cheapest one-way flight $80
Frontier 1 stop 9 hr Wed, Nov 12
The cheapest one-way flight from Dallas to San Francisco is currently $80
Cheapest nonstop flights $178
Frontier Nonstop 5 hr Thu, Dec 4 — Fri, Dec 12
The cheapest nonstop round-trip flight from Dallas to San Francisco is currently $178
Last-minute weekend getaway $247
Frontier 1 stop 20 hr Fri, Oct 17 — Mon, Oct 20
The cheapest last-minute weekend getaway from Dallas to San Francisco is currently $247
Cheapest business class flights $577
Alaska 1 stop 8 hr Fri, Dec 5 — Sat, Dec 13
The cheapest business class round-trip flight from Dallas to San Francisco is currently $577
Fastest flight 3 hr 45 min The fastest nonstop flight from Dallas to San Francisco takes 3 hr 45 min
Nonstop flights Every day There are direct flights on this route every day.

When is the cheapest time to fly?

The cheapest month to fly from Dallas to San Francisco is typically January. The most expensive month to fly is typically July.
January
Cheapest
Typical prices: $105–225
July
Most expensive
Typical prices: $200–285

Popular airlines from Dallas to San Francisco

  • American
    Nonstop
    from $217
    Typical price: $215–385
    60 weekly nonstop flights
    DFW - SFO Every day
    225 weekly connecting flights
    DFW - SFO Every day
  • Southwest
    from $197
    Typical price: $245–435
    2590 weekly connecting flights
    DAL - SFO Every day
  • United
    Nonstop
    from $217
    Typical price: $215–385
    20 weekly nonstop flights
    DFW - SFO Every day
    166 weekly connecting flights
    DFW - SFO Every day
  • Delta
    from $237
    Typical price: $235–495
    251 weekly connecting flights
    DAL, DFW - SFO Every day
  • Frontier
    Nonstop
    from $145
    Typical price: $130–295
    3 weekly nonstop flights
    DFW - SFO Every Mon, Thu, Fri
    63 weekly connecting flights
    DFW - SFO Every day
  • Alaska
    from $236
    Typical price: $315–650
    27 weekly connecting flights
    DFW - SFO Every day

Popular airports near Dallas

  • Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
    Dallas United States 27 min 16 mi
  • Dallas Love Field (DAL)
    Dallas United States 17 min 6 mi
  • Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)
    Austin United States 3 hr 1 min 185 mi
  • George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
    Houston United States 3 hr 18 min 211 mi

Popular airports near San Francisco

  • San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
    San Francisco United States 18 min 11 mi
  • Oakland International Airport (OAK)
    Oakland United States 26 min 11 mi
  • San Jose Mineta International Airport (SJC)
    San Jose United States 51 min 39 mi
  • Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
    Sacramento United States 1 hr 33 min 78 mi

Frequently asked questions about flying from Dallas to San Francisco

When are the cheapest days to fly from Dallas to San Francisco?
The cheapest flights from Dallas to San Francisco are usually in January. Typical ticket prices in January range from $105 to $225.
Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Dallas to San Francisco?
The cheapest round-trip flight from Dallas to San Francisco recently found on Google Flights was with Frontier from $145. The cheapest one-way flight was with Frontier from $80.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest American flight from Dallas to San Francisco is $217, flying from Dec 6 to Dec 13.
  • The cheapest Southwest flight from Dallas to San Francisco is $197, flying from Dec 6 to Dec 13.
  • The cheapest United flight from Dallas to San Francisco is $217, flying from Nov 8 to Nov 15.
  • The cheapest Delta flight from Dallas to San Francisco is $237, flying from Dec 6 to Dec 13.
  • The cheapest Frontier flight from Dallas to San Francisco is $145, flying from Nov 8 to Nov 17.
  • The cheapest Alaska flight from Dallas to San Francisco is $236, flying from Dec 6 to Dec 13.
What are the cheapest flights from Dallas to San Francisco?
The cheapest round-trip flight from Dallas to San Francisco starts at $145 from Sat, Nov 8 to Mon, Nov 17. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $80 and departs on Wed, Nov 12.
How long does it take to fly from Dallas to San Francisco?
3 hr 45 min is the shortest flight time from Dallas to San Francisco.
When should you fly to San Francisco, United States?
Apr–Dec is when most people visit San Francisco, with crowds peaking in summer. Although average temperatures are higher then, mornings and evenings often have damp, chilly fog. In summer, street fairs and cultural institutions offer free outdoor entertainment. Winter visitors will find the opera and ballet seasons in full swing. Major annual events include Chinese New Year (Feb), Bay to Breakers footrace (May), San Francisco Pride parade and festival (Jun), and San Francisco Fleet Week (Oct).
How do I find cheap dates to fly from Dallas to San Francisco?
It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from Dallas to San Francisco.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.

You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
What is the best airline to fly from Dallas to San Francisco?
What counts as the best airline for your flights from Dallas to San Francisco really depends on your individual needs. You may have a favorite carrier or a loyalty program you like, but price, convenience, and airports served also come into play. Flexibility and booking terms – Can you change flights if you want to stay longer or get a refund if you have to postpone your trip? – are also factors that help determine which airline is best to fly from Dallas to San Francisco.

In terms of nonstop flights, American is the most popular. American offers 60 nonstop flights and 225 connecting flights per week. American flies from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) .

In terms of flights, Southwest is the most popular. Southwest offers 2,590 connecting flights per week. Southwest flies from Dallas Love Field (DAL) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) .

Other popular airlines flying from Dallas to San Francisco are:
  • United offers 20 nonstop flights and 166 connecting flights per week. United flies from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) .
  • Delta offers 251 connecting flights per week. Delta flies from Dallas Love Field (DAL) , Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) .
  • Frontier offers 3 nonstop flights and 63 connecting flights per week. Frontier flies from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) .
  • Alaska offers 27 connecting flights per week. Alaska flies from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) .
The number of connecting flights refers to distinct flights with at least one stop between Dallas and San Francisco.
Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Dallas to San Francisco?
The cheapest round-trip flight from Dallas to San Francisco recently found on Google Flights was with Frontier from $145. The cheapest one-way flight was with Frontier from $80.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest American flight from Dallas to San Francisco is $217, flying from Dec 6 to Dec 13.
  • The cheapest Southwest flight from Dallas to San Francisco is $197, flying from Dec 6 to Dec 13.
  • The cheapest United flight from Dallas to San Francisco is $217, flying from Nov 8 to Nov 15.
  • The cheapest Delta flight from Dallas to San Francisco is $237, flying from Dec 6 to Dec 13.
  • The cheapest Frontier flight from Dallas to San Francisco is $145, flying from Nov 8 to Nov 17.
  • The cheapest Alaska flight from Dallas to San Francisco is $236, flying from Dec 6 to Dec 13.
Which airlines have direct flights from Dallas to San Francisco?
American, United and Frontier fly direct from Dallas to San Francisco.
  • There are 60 American direct flights from Dallas to San Francisco per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 20 United direct flights from Dallas to San Francisco per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 3 Frontier direct flights from Dallas to San Francisco per week. Flights are available on Monday, Thursday and Friday.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
Which airline provides the cheapest last-minute getaway flight from Dallas to San Francisco?
The cheapest last-minute deal between Dallas and San Francisco at price $247 is offered by Frontier from Fri, Oct 17 to Mon, Oct 20.
Which airlines have direct flights from Dallas to San Francisco?
American, United and Frontier fly direct from Dallas to San Francisco.
  • There are 60 American direct flights from Dallas to San Francisco per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 20 United direct flights from Dallas to San Francisco per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 3 Frontier direct flights from Dallas to San Francisco per week. Flights are available on Monday, Thursday and Friday.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
When are direct flights from Dallas to San Francisco available?
There are direct flights from Dallas to San Francisco on a daily basis.
What are the cheapest direct flights from Dallas to San Francisco?
The cheapest direct (nonstop) round-trip flights between Dallas and San Francisco start at $178 from Thu, Dec 4 to Fri, Dec 12 with Frontier.
How can I find nonstop flights from Dallas to San Francisco?
It's easy to find nonstop flights with Google Flights! Once you've searched for flights from Dallas to San Francisco, just select the nonstop flights only option in the 'Stops’ filter in the search form and view all available direct flights and their prices.
What are the cheapest business class flights from Dallas to San Francisco?
The cheapest business class round-trip flights between Dallas and San Francisco start at $577 from Fri, Dec 5 to Sat, Dec 13 with Alaska.
What are the cheapest economy class flights from Dallas to San Francisco?
The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between Dallas and San Francisco start at $145 from Sat, Nov 8 to Mon, Nov 17.
How can I book business class trips from Dallas to San Francisco?
To book business class trips from Dallas to San Francisco, look for the default Economy selection at the top, and change it to your desired cabin class such as Premium Economy, Business Class, or First Class. You can then select your departure and arrival dates, consider available options, and book your business travel.

You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.
Are there any last-minute deals from Dallas to San Francisco next weekend?
The best last-minute getaway deal for the next weekend between Dallas and San Francisco starts at $247 from Fri, Oct 17 to Mon, Oct 20 with Frontier.
Which airline provides the cheapest last-minute getaway flight from Dallas to San Francisco?
The cheapest last-minute deal between Dallas and San Francisco at price $247 is offered by Frontier from Fri, Oct 17 to Mon, Oct 20.
How can I find last-minute flight deals from Dallas to San Francisco?
To find last-minute flight deals from Dallas to San Francisco, start by entering the city names, select the desired departure and return dates, and hit the Search button to view flight options.

You can check for last-minute flights for the same day or adjust the trip type to see one-way fares.

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