$28 Cheap Flights to San Rafael, CA

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Popular airlines to San Rafael

How much is the cheapest flight to San Rafael?

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $28 for one-way flights and $56 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Frontier Airlines
Wed, May 6 - Wed, May 13
SAN
San Diego
SFO
San Francisco
$56 Roundtrip, just found
$56
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, May 6 from San Diego to San Francisco, returning Wed, May 13, priced at $56 just found
American Airlines
Tue, Aug 18 - Wed, Aug 19
LAX
Los Angeles
SFO
San Francisco
$97 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$97
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Aug 18 from Los Angeles to San Francisco, returning Wed, Aug 19, priced at $97 found 1 hour ago
United
Wed, Jun 24 - Tue, Jun 30
LAX
Los Angeles
SFO
San Francisco
$97 Roundtrip, just found
$97
Roundtrip
just found
Select United flight, departing Wed, Jun 24 from Los Angeles to San Francisco, returning Tue, Jun 30, priced at $97 just found
Southwest Airlines
Wed, Jun 24 - Tue, Jun 30
LAX
Los Angeles
SFO
San Francisco
$97 Roundtrip, just found
$97
Roundtrip
just found
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Jun 24 from Los Angeles to San Francisco, returning Tue, Jun 30, priced at $97 just found
Delta
Wed, Jun 24 - Tue, Jun 30
LAX
Los Angeles
SFO
San Francisco
$117 Roundtrip, just found
$117
Roundtrip
just found
Select Delta flight, departing Wed, Jun 24 from Los Angeles to San Francisco, returning Tue, Jun 30, priced at $117 just found

Alternative airports near San Rafael

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

Select flight to San Francisco Intl. SFO. Average driving time to city center is 43 minutes. Flights from $529
SFO
San Francisco Intl.
Average driving time to city center43 min
Flights from $529
Select flight to Oakland Intl. OAK. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city center is 38 minutes. Flights from $402
OAK
Oakland Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center38 min
Flights from $402

Frequently asked questions

What month is the cheapest to fly to San Rafael?
May is the cheapest month to fly to San Rafael. There's less demand then, so you're likely to score a great deal. Organizing your trip outside of public and school holidays can also help you save.
Which US cities have the cheapest flights to San Rafael?
Get cheap flights to San Rafael from Los Angeles, San Diego and New York. These cities usually offer the best fares to this exciting destination. But bear in mind that seasonality, demand and stopovers will also have an impact on rates, so remain flexible and book when prices are right.
Which US cities fly direct to San Rafael?
Pick from 64 US cities with direct flights to San Rafael. While booking on Expedia, select the "Direct flights only" box to compare nonstop itineraries. Fly to San Rafael from any of these top cities:

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

How to find a cheap flight to San Rafael?
Book in advance to increase your chances of finding cheap flights to San Rafael. Also, consider visiting during off-season months like December and January. If you leave on a Thursday, you can save 16% on average compared to those departing on a Sunday.* Save time checking every day and set up a price alert on the Expedia app. We'll notify you when fares change.*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 San Rafael?
Although booking in advance is generally the easiest way to save cash, don't worry if your San Rafael getaway is last minute. It's still possible to find cheap flights to San Rafael, especially if your plans have some flexibility. Try changing your trip dates, exploring different ticket types or jetting out of an alternative hub.
How far in advance should I book a flight to San Rafael?
Get the departure dates you want and a price your budget will love by booking your domestic flight to San Rafael up to 28 days in advance. Search for tickets between two and four months ahead if you're traveling to San Rafael from an international destination.**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 San Rafael?
Sundays are typically the best day to book a cheap flight to San Rafael, with savings of around 8% on average compared to Fridays. If you choose to purchase on a Friday, expect to pay more as this is often the most expensive day.**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 San Rafael?
There are 51 airlines that connect San Rafael with 121 airports all over the world. The chief gateway to this city is San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO). Travel with any of these leading airlines to San Rafael:

  • United Airlines
  • Alaska Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • Delta Air Lines

Where do you fly into San Rafael?
San Rafael's main gateway is Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK). If you want other nearby options when flying to San Rafael, check out San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO), Sonoma County Airport (STS) or Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC). You can also fly to San Rafael through San Jose, CA (RHV-Reid Hillview).
How far is the airport from central San Rafael?
Arriving at Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) puts you about 25 mi southeast of the center of San Rafael.
Can I save money by booking a San Rafael trip package?
Book a San Rafael flight and hotel package deal on Expedia, and you can enjoy significant savings. It's simple to bundle your accommodations and flights, and you can even add tours and car rentals to create your own personalized San Rafael break. Plus, there's nothing like the convenience of booking everything in the same place.
Can I change or cancel my flight to San Rafael?
If you booked your flight to San Rafael in the last 24 hours, you can often cancel or change it for free. After that, extra charges may apply depending on the airline's rules and restrictions. For more information, head to our Customer Service Portal. Bear in mind that some flights are non-refundable, so you may be issued a credit for a future trip instead of a direct refund. When browsing on Expedia, select the "No cancel fee" or "Changes included" boxes to see fares with flexible change policies.

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Travel information

Destination airport
San Francisco Intl.
Destination airport IATA code
SFO
Destination city name
San Francisco
Roundtrip price
$56

Trending flights to San Rafael

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $28 for one-way flights and $56 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Frontier Airlines
Wed, May 6 - Wed, May 13
SAN
San Diego
SFO
San Francisco
$56 Roundtrip, just found
$56
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, May 6 from San Diego to San Francisco, returning Wed, May 13, priced at $56 just found

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