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$89 Find cheap flights from San Francisco to Memphis

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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Memphis (SFO-MEM)

Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Memphis that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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7:42 pm - 10:16 amSFO-MEM
12h 34m1 stop
11:16 am - 11:58 pmMEM-SFO
14h 42m1 stop
$225Frontier
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Wed, Jul 31 - Sun, Aug 4
12:59 am - 7:07 pmSFO-MEM
16h 08m1 stop
11:17 am - 8:13 amMEM-SFO
22h 56m1 stop
$230Frontier
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Mon, Jul 1 - Tue, Jul 9
5:50 pm - 9:18 pmSFO-MEM
25h 28m3 stops
8:45 pm - 4:34 pmMEM-SFO
21h 49m2 stops
Fri, May 31 - Fri, Jun 7
5:50 pm - 11:36 pmSFO-MEM
27h 46m2 stops
8:45 pm - 4:34 pmMEM-SFO
21h 49m2 stops
Fri, May 31 - Fri, Jun 7
11:41 pm - 10:48 amSFO-MEM
9h 07m1 stop
4:30 pm - 12:04 amMEM-SFO
9h 34m1 stop
$398American Airlines
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Mon, Sep 2 - Fri, Sep 6
1:47 pm - 11:08 pmSFO-MEM
7h 21m1 stop
3:48 pm - 11:07 pmMEM-SFO
9h 19m1 stop
$405American Airlines
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Tue, May 28 - Tue, Jun 4
12:40 am - 11:52 amSFO-MEM
9h 12m1 stop
6:59 pm - 11:52 pmMEM-SFO
6h 53m1 stop
$408Delta
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Tue, Jun 4 - Wed, Jun 12
5:10 am - 4:47 pmSFO-MEM
9h 37m1 stop
6:59 pm - 8:25 amMEM-SFO
15h 26m1 stop
$452Delta
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Fri, Jun 21 - Wed, Jun 26
6:30 am - 2:35 pmSFO-MEM
6h 05m1 stop
6:55 pm - 7:30 amMEM-SFO
14h 35m2 stops
$472United Airlines
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Wed, Jun 5 - Wed, Jun 12
12:30 am - 11:10 amSFO-MEM
8h 40m1 stop
5:16 pm - 12:04 amMEM-SFO
8h 48m1 stop
$491United Airlines
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Wed, Jun 19 - Tue, Jun 25

Flights from San Francisco to Memphis - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from San Francisco to Memphis to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Memphis?

The average price of all flights from San Francisco to Memphis clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to Memphis on a Wednesday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Saturday is the most expensive day to fly from San Francisco to Memphis. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Wednesday and avoiding Sundays for the best deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Memphis?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from San Francisco to Memphis, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from San Francisco to Memphis is March, where tickets cost $436 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are April and December, where the average cost of tickets is $627 and $586 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Francisco to Memphis?

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from San Francisco to Memphis, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.
To get a below average price on the flight from San Francisco to Memphis, you should book around 2 days before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 88 days before departure.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Memphis?

The cheapest price for the route for each airline clicked by KAYAK users in the last 72 hours.
In the last 72 hours, the best return deals on flights connecting San Francisco to Memphis were found on Frontier ($225) and American Airlines ($398). Frontier proposed the cheapest one-way flight at $89.

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Low season

August

High season

December

Cheapest flight

$89
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 3% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 13% increase in price.
Flight from San Francisco to Memphis

When to book flights from San Francisco to Memphis

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Francisco to Memphis based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from San Francisco to Memphis

  • Which is the best way to get downtown from Memphis International Airport (MEM)?

    There are various transportation options linking downtown Miami and Memphis International Airport. Line 69 and line 39 buses offer the most convenient and affordable means, particularly if you’re traveling on a budget. The service takes about 1h 28min to cover the 10.8 mile stretch between these two points. Consider a taxi if you’re keen to get there in about 15min.

  • How can I move between the terminals at Memphis International Airport (MEM)?

    There are three terminals at Memphis from Memphis International Airport (MEM), Terminals A, B, and C. The three terminals are linked by a single concourse that handles all the departures and arrivals. The walkways facilitate movement from one terminal to the next. In addition, a regular shuttle runs between the terminals at a 5-10 minutes interval.

  • Are there car rentals at Memphis International Airport?

    With several car hire agencies running their desks at the MEM, you are sure of exploring the city in a car. Immediately after you land, locate your operator in the Ground Transportation Center, which you can access through the lower level of Terminal B. Reserve your vehicle early to enjoy cheaper rates.

  • Are there children’s play areas at MEM?

    As you wait to be picked up by your driver or connect to your next destination, the little ones can kill time by joining their newfound friends in a play. These amenities are found near gate 7, just before the rotunda.

  • What is the cheapest flight from San Francisco to Memphis?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from San Francisco to Memphis was $89 for a one-way ticket and $225 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between San Francisco and Memphis?

    No, a passport isn't needed to fly from San Francisco to Memphis. However, local authorities might ask for an official ID.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from San Francisco to Memphis?

    When flying out of San Francisco you will be using San Francisco. You will be landing at Memphis, also known as Memphis.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from San Francisco to Memphis?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from San Francisco to Memphis?

    Star Alliance, oneworld, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between San Francisco and Memphis, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • What is the most popular layover when flying to Memphis from San Francisco?

    Dallas is the most popular layover city among KAYAK users traveling from San Francisco to Memphis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from San Francisco to Memphis, Delta or American Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from San Francisco to Memphis are Delta and American Airlines. With an average price for the route of $534 and an overall rating of 8.0, Delta is the most popular choice. American Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $566 and an overall rating of 7.3.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from San Francisco to Memphis?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from San Francisco to Memphis.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from San Francisco to Memphis?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Memphis from San Francisco is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from San Francisco to Memphis?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Memphis with an airline and back to San Francisco with another airline. Booking your flights between San Francisco and MEM can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from San Francisco to Memphis?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Memphis from San Francisco up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Top tips for finding a cheap flight from SFO to Memphis

  • Persons with limited mobility won’t have a problem passing through San Francisco International Airport (SFO) on their way to Memphis. You’ll meet friendly and dedicated airline agents at the curbside, security, and customs desk to aid you in moving smoothly through this facility. The standard amenities at this establishment are wheelchair-accessible, including toilets, bathrooms, and elevators.
  • Delta Airlines runs a hub at San Francisco International Airport (SFO), and those flying aboard it will have an easy time departing to Memphis International Airport (MEM). Passengers leave through Terminal 2, and you can access the Delta Air Lines Sky Club at C Gates of the same terminal. As part of the fast lane program, you’ll enjoy priority at the security desk.
  • Families flying from SFO to Memphis should remember that the establishment provides nursing and lactation rooms at the disposal of mothers and their children. These suites have comfortable chairs, sinks, power sockets, and baby changing tables. They’re located in Terminal 3 near gates E5, F4, and F16 and offer privacy when breastfeeding.
  • United Airlines operating between San Francisco and Memphis, allows passengers to bring their furry friends into the cabin. Usually, only household animals like cats, dogs, and birds are permitted on board. Check with the carrier regarding mandatory requirements like valid medical certificates, and you’ll have to lock them in their cages throughout the flight.
  • Suppose you intend to fly from SFO to Memphis by an early morning flight. In that case, consider reserving a room at one of the many hotels close to this establishment. Hampton Inn & Suites San Francisco-Burlingame-Airport South is one such hotel, and you’re sure to enjoy courtesy shuttles to and from the airport.
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Top 5 airlines serving from San Francisco to Memphis

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from San Francisco to Memphis. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from San Francisco to Memphis? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.0
DeltaOverall score based on 10838 reviews
8.2Boarding
7.9Comfort
8.6Crew
8.0Entertainment
7.4Food
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There was a loud squeaky sound the whole time we were flying.

6.0 GoodEliza, Apr 2024SAN - LAX
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There was a loud squeaky sound the whole time we were flying.

I didn’t not like that I could not select my seat and ended up with the worse seat.

The landing was bad and the hostess came two times and i was sleeping but when she served the person that nexts to me I woke up and she didn’t even asked me if I need any drink or snacks two times!!!!

Plane was late because of a mechanical malfunction and the food listed as available was not. Flight attendants seem over worked and under paid. They just done seem happy. And that can be seen in their faces.

Waited 3 hours on a plane to de-ice due to manpower issues. Waited another hour and a half once we landed because of a gate issue. Missed my connections. Created. A total of 13 hours of delay.

Great, on time departure, friendly and accommodating crew, great leg room, Smith flight

Plane was turned around due to fog half way into the flight, Delta did not properly direct passengers to stay on same flight and instead failed to properly rebook on Alaska

Flight was great. DELTA did a fantastic job! ATL was busy, as usual!

Like most domestic flights in the US, you are basically on your own with this airline when it comes to food, so be sure to purchase meals and drinks ahead of time or expect to arrive starving and dehydrated (like I was).

You need to be a hacker to get the (Free) WiFi

Crew was great and did their best to make us comfortable and captain came out at the beginning to announce why the flight was delayed, weather situation up ahead, and kept us updated throughout the flight.

United WiFi is consistently unusable (it can take 10 mins to load a single web page). If you need Wifi to do work, be prepared to lose half a day of productivity.

Awful. I got stuck next to a person carrying a dog and behind someone with a dog. People need to board these dogs downstairs. The cabin is crowded enough with your pets

Packed in like sardines, very uncomfortable. Sitting the aisle my shoulder was rammed into numerous times by rushing flight attendants. Also flight was very cold.

Airline did not explain reasons why flight was delayed two hours. Explanations were badly needed and rarely provided. Problem seemed to clearly be the airline’s fault and not the fault of the weather or airport.

Very uncomfortable seats and seat backs, and I am only 5’9”. Delayed due to crew issues, spent a long time with no ventilation. Teeny overhead bins. Wifi worked well. Arrived safely.

I was delighted that we were able to get on the 4:40 pm flight rather than our original booking at 6:55 pm!! Other than that, the flight was comfortable and landed early😊

Our flight was delayed many times throughout the day. The final delay was about 8 hours. I spent time in line to speak to someone at their understaffed desk, and also spent time waiting online and then chatting with a service rep. None of the United employees were any help at all. I desperately wanted to go get rest and possibly re-book my trip but I was denied any compensation or voucher for a hotel. I was repeatedly told it was not United's fault and therefore they had no compensation to offer. Overall, a cold and callous experience.

Paid WiFi was only available for a few minutes. Avoid at all costs.

Everything was great, only problem was that flights were delayed

The experience was great and much better than the flight going out. of course I was in first class but the service was excellent

Comfort of seats, ease of boarding. Food selection could be better

Food options were limited which is absolutely embarrassing for a Flight of this size The staff did not come around as much and I am not accustomed to such poor service from American Airlines Drinks I believe were limited to soda and water

Crew were attentive and friendly. Flight was smooth and early! I enjoyed the less crowded plane. Thank you!

We are gluten free, there were not any available complimentary gluten free options.

Same basket of unhealthy prepackaged snacks (junk food) which was depleted by the time it got to my row!!

No meal on a cross country flight? SFO-MiA is pretty much the definition of a coast to coast flight. No meal provided. Sky high wi-fi rates too. Stop nickel and diming your customers.

The staff was unprofessional and didn’t communicate very well. The boarding process was very disheveled, potentially due to a power outage the previous day but there was no contingency plan to properly get passengers boarded the following day. Once boarded the aircraft stayed on the tarmac for over 45 minutes due to high winds. The communication was sporadic but an announcement was finally made an additional 30 minutes later that the flight was cancelled but we couldn’t get off the plane. Prior to deplaning one of the gate agents came on the plane and made an announcement for everyone to pickup their checked bags and take a card to rebook a new reservation because they didn’t have adequate staff. Flights were missed, passengers went to different airports and there was little to no assistance from AA.

Apart from the delay due to unforeseen circumstances. The leg from sjc to dfw was fine. It was the leg from dfw to orf that we encountered issues mainly due to the flight attendant crew not being friendly. We had two small children and we needed some assistance to warm up milk so the baby would sleep. The crew just didn’t get it and made things very difficult. One made a remark that the baby’s dirty diaper smell was a “gift” to the plane in a rude way. Normally I’d brush that off as a funny comment if the rest of the trip the attendants were helpful or understanding of the difficulty we faced. But that wasn’t the case. We were met with rudeness on the second leg. Whereas on the first leg the crew were so nice and helpful.

Flight From PHX to CVG was on time, very professional staff

Overall it was a miserable experience... I will never fly spirit for more than a 3 hour flight or overnight.

Kayak does not know that spirit airlines charged me $70 to fly. But the bag check-in was $89 each way. This is false advertising to lure people. Spirit airlines sends bunch of emails after flight purchases to buy wifi, better seats, priority boarding, secure reserved seats. This is false advertising. Up front pricing. I would of flown jet blue or Alaska airlines.

One hour late taking off. Concerning, very hard landing. Uncomfortable seats with no recline. Extremely slow baggage claim. Very professional, knowledgeable flight attendants. Brand new, very clean plane.

Can’t say there was anything I particularly liked. Seats were very tight, leather wrapped plastic. I followed up a much longer and cheaper trip from Honolulu on southwest, everything was phenomenal, this flight was the exact opposite. Blows my mind they charge for water of all things. One of the attendants seemed very rude, I watched a taller gentleman a couple rows forward with his knees pressed into the back of the seat ahead, while the woman in that seat leaned forward the entire flight, I’m sure because she could feel his knees. I’ll be avoiding spirit like the plague from here forward.

Didn’t make the connecting flight due to a delay on our first flight.

The seats were very uncomfortable. The crew was very polite and helpful.

I felt scam to have to pay $50 additional for my carry on luggage which was free for my other airline.

Enjoyed the experience, on time flights, friendly staff the WiFi was intros d kept cutting out.

Awful experience. Both flights were delayed several times with weather but also crew members being the official cause. The vouchers are unusable and insufficient ($50 voucher to fly the same crappy airline is a joke for putting me on a red-eye that landed at 3:00 am). The aircrafts were old and uncomfortable (have a real pocket on the seat, for crying out loud!).

Its so random that they only allow 40 pounds on checked bags when all airlines take 55. They then charge you for each 10 extra pounds, so my checked suitcase was $130 and the flight $30 ... its like whattt, im for sure not traveling with Spirit again

Six hour delay. Poor customer service. No voucher. Bad communication. Missed important appointments.

Our flight was delayed an hour, then when we got to board our flight finally, we were waiting in our seats for take off for 45 minutes before it was communicated that there was a maintenance issue therefore we waited on the plane for over an hour while that was resolved. We did not get to Phoenix until almost 3 hours after we were originally supposed to. This was the first and last time I will be flying Frontier.

There were 3 leg for the trip and each leg was delayed by 90 minutes or more. The boarding process takes forever with people waiting on the jetway even though most folks do not have carry-on. The whole process is poorly managed.

They cancelled the flight then did nothing to help us rebook. It was awful - I won’t fly with them again

The process of buying the ticket and navigating all the hidden charges that Frontier throws at you was a terrible experience. The actual airport experience and flying was fine.

The truck that was refueling the plane drove away with the hose still connected to the plane and ripped part of the plane off with it

Terrible. Seats are bad and the baggage policy is inconsistent

Better than I expected but I did pay for a seat and carry on bags ahead of time.

I hope to avoid flying with them in the future. First flight got cancelled then got stuck with a 13 hour layover in Denver. The process was long and frustrating to many people.

Flight was delayed on the runway for 40 minutes the crew did not even offer even water to passengers to compensate for the flight delayed. The flight was delayed due to aircraft mechanical issues. Worst customer service ever

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Recent one-way flight deals

 
Only flying one-way? Below are some of the best one-way flight deals from San Francisco to Memphis found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
5/20Mon
1 stopFrontier
6h 17mSFO-MEM
$89
5/18Sat
1 stopFrontier
12h 06mSFO-MEM
$115
5/21Tue
2 stops
24h 27mSFO-MEM
$144
5/21Tue
3 stops
30h 21mSFO-MEM
$171
5/13Mon
2 stopsUnited Airlines
19h 24mSFO-MEM
$252
6/7Fri
1 stopAmerican Airlines
7h 56mSFO-MEM
$257
6/6Thu
1 stopAmerican Airlines
7h 06mSFO-MEM
$258
5/19Sun
1 stopUnited Airlines
5h 55mSFO-MEM
$286
5/21Tue
1 stopDelta
9h 12mSFO-MEM
$290
5/10Fri
1 stopDelta
9h 12mSFO-MEM
$364

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Last minute flights from San Francisco to Memphis

Last minute flight, train and bus deals

 
These last-minute flight deals are the cheapest flights found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours for flights from San Francisco to Memphis that are departing in the next 10 days.
5/6Mon
multi-stopFrontier
8h 26mSFO-MEM
5/16Thu
multi-stopFrontier
14h 50mMEM-SFO
$293
5/6Mon
multi-stopFrontier
8h 26mSFO-MEM
5/14Tue
multi-stopFrontier
7h 37mMEM-SFO
$298
5/8Wed
multi-stopDelta
10h 41mSFO-MEM
5/17Fri
multi-stopDelta
14h 26mMEM-SFO
$538
5/5Sun
multi-stopDelta
15h 31mSFO-MEM
5/17Fri
multi-stopDelta
14h 26mMEM-SFO
$581
5/8Wed
multi-stopUnited Airlines
13h 48mSFO-MEM
5/10Fri
multi-stopUnited Airlines
16h 50mMEM-SFO
$626
5/9Thu
multi-stopUnited Airlines
12h 18mSFO-MEM
5/13Mon
multi-stopUnited Airlines
14h 46mMEM-SFO
$636
5/9Thu
multi-stopAmerican Airlines
12h 53mSFO-MEM
5/11Sat
multi-stopAmerican Airlines
11h 11mMEM-SFO
$744
5/6Mon
multi-stop
33h 22mSFO-MEM
5/11Sat
multi-stop
14h 16mMEM-SFO
$759
5/9Thu
multi-stopAmerican Airlines
8h 59mSFO-MEM
5/10Fri
multi-stopAmerican Airlines
9h 19mMEM-SFO
$774
5/6Mon
multi-stop
21h 55mSFO-MEM
5/11Sat
multi-stop
14h 16mMEM-SFO
$880

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San Francisco - Memphis Flights

Departure:

San Francisco (SFO)United States

Destination:

Memphis (MEM)United States

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Memphis - San Francisco

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