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    • How much is the cheapest flight to Bay Area?

    Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $19 for one-way flights and $38 for roundtrip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change.

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    Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sun, Dec 6 from Columbus to San Francisco, returning Thu, Dec 10, priced at $255 Found 3 days ago

    Sun, Dec 6 - Thu, Dec 10 · CMH · SFO · San Fr · ancisco · Roundtrip

    Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sun, Jan 17 from Columbus to San Francisco, returning Thu, Jan 21, priced at $266 Found 2 days ago

    Sun, Jan 17 - Thu, Jan 21 · CMH · SFO · Roundtrip

    Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Tue, Dec 22 from Columbus to San Francisco, returning Wed, Jan 6, priced at $272 Found 3 days ago

    Tue, Dec 22 - Wed, Jan 6 · CMH · SFO · Roundtrip

    Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sun, Jan 31 from Columbus to San Francisco, returning Thu, Feb 4, priced at $276 Found 3 days ago

    Sun, Jan 31 - Thu, Feb 4 · CMH · SFO · Roundtrip

    Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sun, Jan 31 from Columbus to San Francisco, returning Thu, Feb 4, priced at $277 Found 3 days ago

    Sun, Jan 31 - Thu, Feb 4 · CMH · SFO · Roundtrip

    Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Tue, Dec 22 from Columbus to San Francisco, returning Wed, Dec 30, priced at $295 Found 3 days ago

    Tue, Dec 22 - Wed, Dec 30 · CMH · SFO · Roundtrip

    Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Sun, Jan 31 from Columbus to San Francisco, returning Thu, Feb 4, priced at $305 Found 3 days ago

    Sun, Jan 31 - Thu, Feb 4 · CMH · SFO · Roundtrip

    Select American Airlines flight, departing Mon, Dec 7 from Columbus to San Francisco, returning Thu, Dec 10, priced at $310 Found 3 days ago

    Mon, Dec 7 - Thu, Dec 10 · CMH · SFO · Roundtrip

    Select Bargain Flight flight, departing Sat, Sep 18 from Columbus to San Francisco, returning Sat, Sep 25, priced at $373 Found 4 hours ago

    Sat, S · ep 18 - Sat, Sep 25 · CMH · SFO · Roundtrip

    Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Feb 24 from Columbus to San Jose, returning Tue, Mar 2, priced at $409 Found 11 hours ago

    Wed, Feb 24 - Tue, Mar 2 · CMH · SJC · Roundtrip

    Alternative airports

    Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

    Select flight to San Francisco Intl. SFO. Flights from $754

    Select flight to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. SJC. Flights from $1,878

    Select flight to Oakland Intl. OAK. Cheapest option available. Flights from $754

    Select flight to Sonoma County STS. Flights from $1,829

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What month is the cheapest to fly to Bay Area?

    The cheapest month to fly to Bay Area is December when demand is low. Off-peak months are typically when you'll find cheap flights. To save money, avoid flying during school breaks and major holidays.

    Which US cities have the cheapest flights to Bay Area?

    Land cheap flights to Bay Area from Los Angeles, San Diego and New York. These cities usually offer the lowest fares to this exciting destination. But remember that holiday periods, stopovers and demand will also have an impact on rates, so stay flexible and book when you see a bargain.

    Which US cities fly direct to Bay Area?

    You can fly to Bay Area without any stops from 64 US cities. To find a nonstop route, select "Direct flights only" when searching for flights to Bay Area on Expedia. Then, compare your options and find the best departure from any of these cities:

    • Los Angeles
    • San Diego
    • New York
    • Seattle
    • Las Vegas

    How to find a cheap flight to Bay Area?

    To lock in cheap flights to Bay Area, book well in advance or visit during the off-peak months of February and April. Want another tip? Jet off on a Thursday and save 16% on average compared to those who travel on a Sunday.* Set up price tracking on the Expedia app and we'll notify you as soon as your fares drop.

    *Best day of the week to book, depart and ideal booking window recommendations based on average round-trip ticket prices for January through August 2023, sourced from Airline Reporting Corporation's (ARC) global airline sales database. Percentages noted are averages.

    How to get a cheap last-minute flight to Bay Area?

    Staying flexible about your travel plans can help you to secure last-minute offers on cheap flights to Bay Area. To view all the available options, consider exploring different ticket types, tweaking your Bay Area vacation dates, leaving from an alternative airport or going with another airline.

    How far in advance should I book a flight to Bay Area?

    Book your flight to Bay Area two to four months ahead if you're visiting from an international destination. For domestic travel, the general guideline is 28 days in advance. Bigger savings and a greater choice of travel dates, times and seating options are just a few of the benefits of booking early.*

    *Best day of the week to book, depart and ideal booking window recommendations based on average round-trip ticket prices for January through August 2023, sourced from Airline Reporting Corporation's (ARC) global airline sales database. Percentages noted are averages.

    Which day of the week is the cheapest day to buy a plane ticket to Bay Area?

    You can save an average of 8% if you buy tickets on a Sunday instead of Fridays, which tend to be the most expensive day to book.* When it comes to snapping up a cheap flight to Bay Area, it's all about having good timing.

    *Best day of the week to book, depart and ideal booking window recommendations based on average round-trip ticket prices for January through August 2023, sourced from Airline Reporting Corporation's (ARC) global airline sales database. Percentages noted are averages.

    Which airlines fly to Bay Area?

    Heading to Bay Area is as easy as choosing between two great carriers. Book your fare with either of these options:

    • United Airlines - 5,432 flights to Bay Area each month, including 5,259 flights to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) per month.
    • Alaska Airlines - 2,960 flights to Bay Area each month, including 2,197 flights to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) per month.

    Where do you fly into Bay Area?

    The main airport when you fly to Bay Area is Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK), but there are other nearby possibilities like San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) and Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC). You can also land at San Jose, CA (RHV-Reid Hillview) and Sonoma County Airport (STS) when flying to Bay Area.

    Can I save money by booking a Bay Area trip package?

    Book a Bay Area flight and hotel package deal on Expedia, and you can make significant savings. It's simple to bundle your flight and hotel, and you can add tours and car rentals to create your own customized Bay Area getaway. Plus, nothing beats the convenience of booking everything in the same place.

    Can I change or cancel my flight to Bay Area?

    It's often possible to cancel or change your flight to Bay Area. Many airlines let you cancel your ticket for free within 24 hours of booking. However, some flights are non-refundable, and airlines may issue you credit for future flights instead of a direct refund. To secure affordable flights to Bay Area with flexible change policies, select the "Changes included" or "No cancel fee" filters during your search. Want more details? Check out our Customer Service Portal.

    Travel information

    Airlines servingAlaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, United, JetBlue Airways, Southwest Airlines, Air Canada, Lufthansa, British Airways, Swiss International Air Lines, KLM, WestJet, Turkish Airlines, Sun Country Airlines, Cathay Pacific, Singapore Airlines, Air France, SAS, Japan Airlines, Brussels Airlines, Finnair, Virgin Atlantic, Iberia, All Nippon Airways, Austrian Airlines, EVA Airways, Aeromexico, Emirates, Aer Lingus, Korean Air, China Airlines, TAP Portugal, PD, Air Transat, Philippine Airlines
    Popular airlineAlaska Airlines
    Roundtrip price$255

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    Trending flights to Bay Area

    Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $19 for one-way flights and $38 for roundtrip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change.

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    Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Tue, Dec 15 from Ontario to San Francisco, returning Tue, Dec 15, priced at $38 Found 2 hours ago

    Tue, Dec 15 - Tue, Dec 15 · ONT · SFO · Roundtrip

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