$142 Cheap United flights Nashville (BNA) to San Francisco (SFO)

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$142 Cheap United flights Nashville (BNA) to San Francisco (SFO)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $142 for one-way flights and $280 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

United
Thu, Oct 2 - Sat, Oct 4
BNA
Nashville
SFO
San Francisco
$280 Roundtrip, just found
$280
Roundtrip
just found
Select United flight, departing Thu, Oct 2 from Nashville to San Francisco, returning Sat, Oct 4, priced at $280 just found
United
Tue, Oct 28 - Wed, Oct 29
BNA
Nashville
SFO
San Francisco
$283 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$283
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, Oct 28 from Nashville to San Francisco, returning Wed, Oct 29, priced at $283 found 2 hours ago
United
Tue, Sep 16 - Wed, Sep 24
BNA
Nashville
SFO
San Francisco
$284 Roundtrip, found 12 hours ago
$284
Roundtrip
found 12 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, Sep 16 from Nashville to San Francisco, returning Wed, Sep 24, priced at $284 found 12 hours ago
United
Wed, Oct 1 - Wed, Oct 8
BNA
Nashville
SFO
San Francisco
$286 Roundtrip, found 14 hours ago
$286
Roundtrip
found 14 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, Oct 1 from Nashville to San Francisco, returning Wed, Oct 8, priced at $286 found 14 hours ago
United
Wed, Sep 24 - Sat, Oct 4
BNA
Nashville
SFO
San Francisco
$292 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$292
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, Sep 24 from Nashville to San Francisco, returning Sat, Oct 4, priced at $292 found 7 hours ago
United
Wed, Sep 3 - Sat, Sep 13
BNA
Nashville
SFO
San Francisco
$293 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$293
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, Sep 3 from Nashville to San Francisco, returning Sat, Sep 13, priced at $293 found 7 hours ago
Flights from Nashville (BNA) to San Francisco (SFO)
Origin airport
Nashville Intl.
Destination airport
San Francisco Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, JetBlue Airways, Southwest Airlines, Sun Country Airlines, United
Popular airline
Alaska Airlines
Distance
1964 mi
Average flight time
3 hours 36 mins

Frequently asked questions

How much is a United Airlines flight from Nashville Intl. Airport (BNA) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
You can discover affordable round-trip United Airlines flights from $280 from BNA to SFO by sorting your results from "Price (lowest to highest)" on Expedia. Or search for bargains from $142 for a one-way trip.**These prices were available on Expedia within the past 7 days, for flights departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
What is the cheapest month to fly from BNA to SFO with United Airlines?
United Airlines flights to San Francisco tend to be cheaper in the off-peak months of February and April. Whether you're after a one-way or round-trip ticket, you could land a better deal then.
What is the cheapest time to book flights from Nashville Intl. Airport (BNA) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) with United Airlines?
Begin your search one to three months ahead of your travel date to get cheaper fares on United Airlines flights from Nashville Intl. Airport (BNA) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO). You can save 25% by booking your domestic flight 34 to 86 days in advance compared to last-minute reservations made 6 to 12 days out. You could also reduce costs by buying your fare on a Sunday, as it's 6% cheaper on average than a Monday, the most expensive day to book.* Time it well, and you can enjoy significant savings on domestic flights.*Ideal booking window recommendation is based on average round-trip ticket prices for January through November for 2024. Best day of the week to book recommendation is based on average round-trip ticket prices for January through October 2024. All data sourced from ARC's global airline sales database.
Does United Airlines fly nonstop from Nashville Intl. Airport (BNA) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
Yes, you can fly from Nashville Intl. Airport (BNA) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) on one of United Airlines's 7 weekly direct flights. Make use of our "Nonstop" and "Airline" filters to find the United Airlines flight that'll get you to SFO at your preferred time.
How long does it take to fly from BNA to SFO with United Airlines?
From takeoff to arrival, a direct United Airlines flight from Nashville Intl. Airport (BNA) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) takes around 5h 5m.
What is the earliest United Airlines flight from BNA to SFO?
The first flight from BNA to SFO with United Airlines leaves at 6:40PM UTC-6. You'll land at 9:45PM UTC-8. The final United Airlines flight of the day leaves at 6:40PM UTC-6 and arrives at 9:45PM UTC-8. With approximately 20% fewer cancellations for morning departures, heading out early is often the smartest choice.**Most reliable time of the day recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports does United Airlines fly into in San Francisco?
United Airlines flights from Nashville Intl. Airport (BNA) to San Francisco come in to land at San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO). This is the main gateway to this destination.
Why fly with United Airlines from BNA to SFO?
A rewarding loyalty program and the ability to collect points through United Mileage Plus are the start of the reasons to jet off from BNA to SFO with United Airlines. Plus, when you join Expedia's free One Key™ program, you can earn OneKeyCash™* on top of any airline loyalty program earnings. It's yours to spend on your next adventure.*OneKeyCash™ disclaimer - OneKeyCash™ is not redeemable for cash and can only be used on Expedia, Hotels.com and Vrbo.
What type of plane does United Airlines fly from Nashville Intl. Airport (BNA) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
For the Nashville Intl. Airport (BNA) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) route, United Airlines typically operates Airbus A320 and Boeing 737-800 planes. Remember that last-minute changes are possible for operational needs, so your flight may be on another aircraft.
Can I change or cancel my United Airlines flight from Nashville Intl. Airport (BNA) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
Changes are generally free within 24 hours of booking, but your airline may charge a fee after that. For more information about modifying your reservation, head to your "Trips," select your flight and click on "Manage Booking." If you want the freedom to update your itinerary without being charged, apply the "Changes included" and "No cancel fee" filters when planning your next trip.

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