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How much is the cheapest flight to San Rafael?

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $24 for one-way flights and $48 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Frontier Airlines
Thu, Oct 24 - Thu, Oct 31
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
SFO
San Francisco Intl.
$48 Roundtrip, just found
$48
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 24 from Los Angeles Intl. to San Francisco Intl., returning Thu, Oct 31, priced at $48 just found
Spirit Airlines
Thu, Oct 17 - Mon, Oct 21
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
OAK
Oakland Intl.
$58 Roundtrip, just found
$58
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 17 from Los Angeles Intl. to Oakland Intl., returning Mon, Oct 21, priced at $58 just found
Spirit Airlines
Sat, Oct 26 - Wed, Oct 30
SEA
Seattle - Tacoma Intl.
OAK
Oakland Intl.
$72 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$72
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Sat, Oct 26 from Seattle - Tacoma Intl. to Oakland Intl., returning Wed, Oct 30, priced at $72 found 6 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Tue, Oct 22 - Wed, Oct 23
ORD
O'Hare Intl.
OAK
Oakland Intl.
$96 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$96
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Oct 22 from O'Hare Intl. to Oakland Intl., returning Wed, Oct 23, priced at $96 found 3 days ago
Alaska Airlines
Thu, Oct 17 - Thu, Oct 17
SEA
Seattle - Tacoma Intl.
SFO
San Francisco Intl.
$109 Roundtrip, found 13 hours ago
$109
Roundtrip
found 13 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 17 from Seattle - Tacoma Intl. to San Francisco Intl., returning Thu, Oct 17, priced at $109 found 13 hours ago

Tips to find the cheapest flights to San Rafael

The cheapest day to fly

Get started finding a cheap flight to San Rafael on Expedia by either choosing a deal on this page or entering into the search bar your travel dates, origin airport, and whether you want roundtrip or one-way airfare. You can filter for flexibility, number of stops, airline, and departure/arrival times to find the best flight for you.

The cheapest month to fly

October is the cheapest month to fly to San Rafael. This coincides with the low season when fewer people travel. Whichever month you travel in, though, be sure to book at least a month in advance if you want to score cheap tickets to San Rafael. ARC's data shows that domestic flights booked 28 days or more before departure are typically 24% cheaper than those booked last minute.

The most affordable time to book a flight

Typically, a Sunday can be the cheapest time to book a flight to San Rafael, according to ARC’s data. On average, you could save between 6% and 13% by booking on a Sunday instead of a Friday, which is the most expensive day to make a reservation.

The cheapest round-trip tickets to San Rafael

The lowest price for round-trip flights to San Rafael in 2024 starts from from $48, while one-way tickets start from from $24. Expedia's effective search tool is one of the best ways to find a budget airfare. Simply enter your dates, and within seconds, it'll show you a vast selection of the cheapest flights to San Rafael. If you have a preferred departure time or airline, you can use the handy filters to customize your search.

The cheapest airlines flying to San Rafael

Frontier Airlines, Spirit Airlines, Alaska Airlines are just some of the airlines that can typically offer cheap tickets to San Rafael. You can find their most affordable flights by using the “airline” search filter and then sorting prices from low to high. As a trusted partner of the world's leading airlines, Expedia offers you some of the best airfare deals to San Rafael and countless more destinations worldwide.

The most affordable airports to fly into

To view the cheapest airports to fly into for San Rafael, simply order your search results from lowest to highest price. Expedia's search tool compares flight prices for all airports close to your destination, so you don't have to manually search them one by one to find the cheapest flight to San Rafael. If you have a preferred place to fly into, take advantage of the “arrival airport” filter to narrow down your search on Expedia.

Save with a package

With Expedia's amazing package deals, you could save hundreds of dollars by booking your San Rafael plane tickets together with your accommodations, car rental, or activities. Just select the search wizard's “package” option to view some of the cheapest deals. Look out for the green savings label to see how much you're saving.

Date flexibility for the cheapest flights to San Rafael

If you can be flexible with your travel dates, it's a good idea to broaden your search by comparing prices on different days. This will open up more options, meaning you could uncover a less expensive flight to San Rafael.

Stopover savings

The cheapest tickets to San Rafael are sometimes those with a stopover. Book one of these flights, and you'll change planes at an airport en route to San Rafael. While the overall travel time might be longer than a non-stop flight, you may decide it's worth it for the money saved.

Get Expedia's Price Drop Protection

Price Drop Protection means that if your flight gets cheaper after booking, you'll be credited the difference*. This gives you peace of mind that you're getting one of the cheapest flights to San Rafael for your chosen departure. Expedia's Price Drop Protection is available for a small fee but is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

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Use our Price Tracking feature

Expedia's Price Tracking feature is another great tool that removes the guesswork from finding cheap flights to San Rafael. Simply download the free Expedia app to your smart device and activate San Rafael flight price alerts for your travel dates. There's even a price predictor tool that uses historical data to indicate the best time to book, giving you peace of mind that you'll nab the lowest prices.

Book with Expedia

As well as Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking, Expedia's close partnership with a vast selection of the world's leading airlines means you're sure to find cheap flights to San Rafael. Plus, the One Key rewards program lets you earn real cash rewards on most bookings that you can use to save money on future trips. Best of all, it's free to join, and members often unlock exclusive discounts, too.

Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

Frequently asked questions

Where can I learn more about changing or canceling my flight to San Rafael?
Most flights are free to cancel within 24 hours of making the reservation. However, some flights are non-refundable, and you may receive a flight credit from the airline to use for a future booking. For more information, please visit our Customer Service Portal.
How do I find cheap flights to San Rafael that have flexible change policies?
Search for low-cost seats to San Rafael, then select “No change fee” directly below the “Flexible change policies” heading. It’s as simple as that. We get that plans can change and flexibility is important, so you can book with confidence with Expedia.
What is the name of San Rafael's airport?
San Rafael has multiple airports, but most visitors choose to fly into San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO).
How far is San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) from central San Rafael?
The journey from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to downtown San Rafael is reasonably long. You’ll have to travel 25 mi before you can check in to your city hotel.
What airport is best to fly into San Rafael?
There are two main airports that operate in San Rafael. SFO is about 25 mi from the central area, while Oakland Intl. Airport is approximately 25 mi away. Once you check out prices and find out where you’re staying, you’ll have more of an idea of which one to head to.
How many airlines fly to San Rafael?
San Rafael is serviced by 47 airlines from 123 airports across the globe.
How many nonstop flights are there to San Rafael?
With around 4,267 direct flights running each week, you’ll be hitting the runway in San Rafael before you can say, “Are we there yet?”
Where are the most popular flights to San Rafael departing from?
A large number of flights to San Rafael set off from Los Angeles, Las Vegas and Seattle airports.
How long is the flight to San Rafael Airport?
If it’s Los Angeles you’re leaving behind, you’ll be in the air for around 1 hour and 22 minutes before you arrive in San Rafael. Terminal to terminal from Seattle takes about 2 hours and 6 minutes and from Las Vegas, the average flight time is 1 hour and 35 minutes.
How to book the cheapest flight to San Rafael?
We all know those travelers who manage to grab incredibly cheap plane tickets whenever they fly. Eager to know how to do it for your San Rafael vacation? Don’t leave it until the last moment to lock in your flight. Another easy way to pick up a bargain is to compare all options. If where you’re headed has a few airports, don’t forget to research the cost of flying into a smaller terminal. Finally, another simple way to save some money is be ready to book fast. If you see a good bargain, don’t hold off — grab it while the opportunity’s there.
How to survive the flight to San Rafael?
Depending on where you’re coming from, your trip to San Rafael could be a breeze or it could drag on forever. We’ve put together some useful travel tips that will help you start your unforgettable escape on a positive note.What to pack in your hand luggage:

  • Firstly, and most importantly, pack in your passport, travel docs, cash and daily medications. Next, you’ll want some extra in-flight entertainment to help pass the time. A juicy book and a laptop filled with your favorite shows are some great options. If you plan to take a quick snooze, a neck pillow and some earplugs will also come in handy. Finally, find room for a few toiletry items to ensure you step off the plane looking fresh and raring to go.

Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:

  • Check carefully that you don’t have a sharp object lurking in your hand luggage. Other banned items include flammable or explosive substances, such as aerosol cans and fuel, and gels and liquids in containers larger than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters).

What to wear on a flight:

  • Comfort really should be your main priority when choosing what to wear during your flight. Consider your choice of footwear with care too, as swelling of the feet and ankles are a common occurrence. Shoes which are flat and slightly roomy are always a good idea.
  • Unfortunately, a risk of long flights is developing deep vein thrombosis (DVT), a blood clotting condition caused by extended periods of inactivity. To prevent this from happening, make the most of every opportunity to wander around the cabin. Compression tights and socks are another simple way to help lower your risk.

How to get through airport security fast when flying to San Rafael?
It’s simple — be prepared. We’ve put together some useful tips for a hassle-free trip through security. Look out San Rafael, here you come:

  • Your boarding pass and travel ID will need to be shown to airport security personnel. Keep them someplace accessible so you don’t have to dig around for them.
  • Time to strip down. Well kind of. Your belt, coat, keys and other small items, like coins, will be required to go through the X-ray machine. Make the whole process easier by removing them as it gets closer to your turn.
  • All your electronic devices, including your phone and tablet, will also need to be scanned separately.
  • Any liquids or gels, such as lip balm or cologne, that you want to bring on board must be no greater than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters). Also, they all must fit inside a quart-size (one liter), clear zip-close bag.
  • Lightweight sneakers are a sensible footwear choice as you’re less likely to have to remove them when going through security. Boots and other heavy shoes are usually subjected to additional screening.
  • Airlines will not allow any pocket knives or other sharp items to come on board with you. If you must bring these kinds of items, pack them safely in your checked luggage.

Flights to San Rafael information
Destination airport
San Francisco Intl.
Destination airport IATA code
SFO
Destination city name
San Francisco
Roundtrip price
$48

Trending flights to San Rafael

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $24 for one-way flights and $48 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Frontier Airlines
Thu, Oct 24 - Thu, Oct 31
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
SFO
San Francisco Intl.
$48 Roundtrip, just found
$48
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 24 from Los Angeles Intl. to San Francisco Intl., returning Thu, Oct 31, priced at $48 just found
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