$169 Cheap Flights from Anchorage (ANC) to San Francisco (SFO)

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Popular airlines from Ted Stevens Anchorage Intl. Airport (ANC) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)

Cheap Flights from Anchorage to San Francisco (ANC-SFO)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $169 for one-way flights and $334 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Alaska Airlines
Sat, Nov 1 - Sat, Nov 1
ANC
Anchorage
SFO
San Francisco
$334 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$334
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Sat, Nov 1 from Anchorage to San Francisco, returning Sat, Nov 1, priced at $334 found 7 hours ago
Alaska Airlines
Sat, Nov 22 - Sat, Nov 22
ANC
Anchorage
SFO
San Francisco
$335 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$335
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Sat, Nov 22 from Anchorage to San Francisco, returning Sat, Nov 22, priced at $335 found 1 day ago
United
Thu, Oct 30 - Sat, Nov 1
ANC
Anchorage
SFO
San Francisco
$339 Roundtrip, found 19 hours ago
$339
Roundtrip
found 19 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Thu, Oct 30 from Anchorage to San Francisco, returning Sat, Nov 1, priced at $339 found 19 hours ago
Hawaiian Airlines
Tue, Jan 6 - Tue, Jan 20
ANC
Anchorage
SFO
San Francisco
$340 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$340
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Hawaiian Airlines flight, departing Tue, Jan 6 from Anchorage to San Francisco, returning Tue, Jan 20, priced at $340 found 2 hours ago
Delta
Wed, Dec 17 - Tue, Dec 30
ANC
Anchorage
SFO
San Francisco
$340 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$340
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Wed, Dec 17 from Anchorage to San Francisco, returning Tue, Dec 30, priced at $340 found 2 hours ago
American Airlines
Tue, Oct 21 - Sat, Oct 25
ANC
Anchorage
SFO
San Francisco
$340 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$340
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Oct 21 from Anchorage to San Francisco, returning Sat, Oct 25, priced at $340 found 1 day ago
Delta
Tue, Nov 11 - Thu, Nov 20
ANC
Anchorage
SFO
San Francisco
$341 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$341
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, Nov 11 from Anchorage to San Francisco, returning Thu, Nov 20, priced at $341 found 3 hours ago
Delta
Thu, Nov 13 - Thu, Dec 4
ANC
Anchorage
SFO
San Francisco
$342 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$342
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Thu, Nov 13 from Anchorage to San Francisco, returning Thu, Dec 4, priced at $342 found 3 hours ago
Delta
Mon, Jan 5 - Thu, Jan 22
ANC
Anchorage
SFO
San Francisco
$343 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$343
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Mon, Jan 5 from Anchorage to San Francisco, returning Thu, Jan 22, priced at $343 found 2 hours ago
Delta
Sun, Jan 11 - Tue, Jan 20
ANC
Anchorage
SFO
San Francisco
$345 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$345
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Sun, Jan 11 from Anchorage to San Francisco, returning Tue, Jan 20, priced at $345 found 2 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Anchorage (ANC) to San Francisco (SFO)

September is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $258 - $478 per traveler.

Alternative airports near San Francisco

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

Select flight to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. SJC. Average driving time to city center is 50 minutes. Flights from $605
SJC
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
Average driving time to city center50 min
Flights from $605
Select flight to Oakland Intl. OAK. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city center is 26 minutes. Flights from $498
OAK
Oakland Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center26 min
Flights from $498
Flights from Anchorage (ANC) to San Francisco (SFO)
Origin airport
Ted Stevens Anchorage Intl.
Destination airport
San Francisco Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Hawaiian Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$334
Distance
2015 mi

Anchorage to San Francisco Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Anchorage to San Francisco

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Anchorage to San Francisco are during the month of November. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Anchorage to San Francisco with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Anchorage to San Francisco

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Anchorage to San Francisco: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Anchorage to San Francisco

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Anchorage to San Francisco in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $169 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Anchorage to San Francisco flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Anchorage to San Francisco airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

*Terms apply.

 

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

How much does a flight from Ted Stevens Anchorage Intl. Airport (ANC) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) cost?
Lock in a cheap one-way flight from $169 or cheap return flight from $334 from Ted Stevens Anchorage Intl. Airport (ANC) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to find our cheapest flight offers on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Ted Stevens Anchorage Intl. Airport (ANC) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
Flying in November is a good way to save, as it's the cheapest month for flights between ANC and SFO. You'll usually find the lowest fares during off-peak months.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Ted Stevens Anchorage Intl. Airport (ANC) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
To find the cheapest airline flying from ANC to SFO, use Expedia's filter tool. Tailor your search based on your travel needs, such as preferred carriers and flight duration. You can then sort your results by "Price (lowest to highest)" to discover the cheapest flight right away.
How many flights per day from Ted Stevens Anchorage Intl. Airport (ANC) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
Direct flights from Ted Stevens Anchorage Intl. Airport (ANC) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) aren't available daily, so you'll need to take a flight with a layover. Explore your options with Expedia's filter tool. Enter your dates and choose either "1 Stop" or "2+ Stops."
What day of the week has the most flights from ANC to SFO?
Generally you'll find the widest variety of flight choices on a Friday. Tuesdays are often the quietest.* But this can vary depending on the time of year, carrier and other factors.*Busiest/quietest day to travel is based on Expedia flight demand through January to December 2024.
What airline has the least delays from ANC to SFO?
Consider traveling with Alaska Airlines if you'd like to go straight from Ted Stevens Anchorage Intl. Airport (ANC) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) without any holdups. This airline has the strongest track record for punctuality, with an on-time score of 80%. Want to get notified of any changes? You can keep an eye on your flight status using the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Ted Stevens Anchorage Intl. Airport (ANC) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
To avoid potential delays on the Ted Stevens Anchorage Intl. Airport (ANC) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) route, aim to travel before 3 PM. Later departures are 22% more likely to be canceled.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Ted Stevens Anchorage Intl. Airport (ANC) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) last-minute?
Booking your ticket from ANC to SFO just before your journey is generally more expensive. But if you're flexible with your departure dates and times, you could grab a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book an ANC to SFO flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging hotels and flights separately, booking an ANC to SFO flight and hotel package with Expedia could lead to significant savings. Better still, having everything in one easy place will take the stress out of travel planning. Just pick your flights and choose from our extensive range of stays, then tailor your trip with extras like car rentals and activities.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Ted Stevens Anchorage Intl. Airport (ANC) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
If you booked your ANC to SFO flight within the last 24 hours, you may be able to cancel or modify it without any fees. Depending on the airline and the type of fare you purchased, additional charges may apply for changes beyond that time. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, head to our Customer Service portal for more details.

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