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$119 Find Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Memphis

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Cheap Flights 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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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Francisco to Memphis

Thu, Nov 13 - Mon, Nov 17
Frontier Logo
6:34 am - 7:22 pmSFO-MEM
10h 48m1 stop
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8:10 pm - 12:14 amMEM-SFO
6h 04m1 stop
$159Frontier
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Mon, Oct 6 - Mon, Nov 3
Frontier Logo
6:29 am - 5:27 pmSFO-MEM
8h 58m1 stop
Frontier Logo
8:10 pm - 12:14 amMEM-SFO
6h 04m1 stop
$182Frontier
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Thu, Nov 13 - Sun, Nov 16
Frontier Logo
6:34 am - 7:22 pmSFO-MEM
10h 48m1 stop
Frontier Logo
8:00 pm - 12:14 amMEM-SFO
6h 14m1 stop
$187Frontier
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Sun, Oct 5 - Tue, Oct 7
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6:29 am - 7:19 pmSFO-MEM
10h 50m1 stop
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2:57 pm - 10:55 amMEM-SFO
21h 58m2 stops
Thu, Oct 23 - Sun, Oct 26
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5:45 am - 12:05 pmSFO-MEM
28h 20m1 stop
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8:10 pm - 12:14 amMEM-SFO
30h 04m1 stop
Thu, Nov 13 - Sun, Nov 16
Frontier Logo
6:34 am - 7:22 pmSFO-MEM
10h 48m1 stop
Frontier Logo
8:00 pm - 12:14 amMEM-SFO
6h 14m1 stop
$197Frontier
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Thu, Oct 30 - Thu, Nov 6
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5:45 am - 12:05 pmSFO-MEM
28h 20m1 stop
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3:52 pm - 9:22 pmMEM-SFO
7h 30m1 stop
Thu, Oct 23 - Fri, Oct 24
Frontier Logo
6:34 am - 7:23 pmSFO-MEM
10h 49m1 stop
Frontier Logo
8:12 pm - 12:14 amMEM-SFO
6h 02m1 stop
$200Frontier
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Sun, Oct 5 - Tue, Oct 7
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6:29 am - 7:19 pmSFO-MEM
10h 50m1 stop
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2:57 pm - 9:22 pmMEM-SFO
8h 25m1 stop
Tue, Sep 30 - Mon, Oct 6
American Airlines Logo
12:47 am - 10:13 amSFO-MEM
7h 26m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
7:17 pm - 11:23 pmMEM-SFO
6h 06m1 stop
$269American Airlines
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Frontier
Cheapest • from $159 (round-trip)
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When to book
4 weeks
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 4 weeks in advance save around 49% compared to booking last minute.
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May
Cheapest • 14% price drop
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Cheapest round-trip
$159
Overall average: $446
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SFO - MEM • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$119
Typical prices: $255-498
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KAYAK's insights & trends for San Francisco to Memphis flights

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 round-trip flights from San Francisco to Memphis clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

For San Francisco to Memphis, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Monday is the most expensive. Flying from Memphis back to San Francisco, the best deals are generally found on Thursday, with Sunday being the most expensive.

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 round-trip 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 May, where tickets cost $363 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and September, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $497 and $486 respectively.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip 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 week.

To get a below average price on the flight from San Francisco to Memphis, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 49% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 17 weeks before departure.

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Low seasonJune
Cheapest flight$119
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 10% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 0% lower on average.
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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 $119 for a one-way ticket and $159 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.

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

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from San Francisco to Memphis are Southwest and Delta. With an average price for the route of $437 and an overall rating of 8.0, Southwest is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $416 and an overall rating of 7.9.

  • 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.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from San Francisco 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.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from San Francisco to Memphis

 
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8.0
SouthwestOverall score based on 4242 reviews
8.6Crew
8.1Boarding
7.0Food
8.0Comfort
7.5Entertainment
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As always, the entire Southwest experience was wonderful, from online booking to flight to baggage retrieval. Very grateful.

10.0 ExcellentRobert, Sep 2025SFO - LAS
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As always, the entire Southwest experience was wonderful, from online booking to flight to baggage retrieval. Very grateful.

The weather could have been better. There was a 40 minute ATC delay in SFO because of marine fog and a micro cell storm delayed landing and take-off at Nashville. The gate was changed 5 minutes from boarding from gate B3 to gate C23 at Nashville airport.

The cabin was quiet for the redeye flight. The area was clean. The staff was great. The 787 Max was in good condition. Drawbacks were that the seat widths were tight for some passengers. The seat padding was at best average and for a long flight uncomfortable.

My flight was delayed 50 minutes and we were rushed to board to then sit for 15 minutes until the pilot arrived. Unacceptable since we could have waited to board. Also the delayed flight was updated AFTER we boarded to more than the 10 minutes as originally stated.

Delayed flight. Nicest crew member was a SW pilot flying seated next to me who kindly move to seat the final passenger. Flight extra delayed. My cup of refreshment of ginger ale was so packed with ice it was literally 2 sips.

No trays in our seats, we sat in first row, purchased a business class fare. Had to hold our drinks and snack in our hands. No plugs for our cell phones. Had to pay for it a drink cocktail each. Seats so uncomfortable.

Flight wasn’t even full, but too many carry-ons caused us to run out of bin space. New bag fee has folks who would usually check their bags carrying on. Watching Southwest morph into Spirit/Frontier is so sad to watch

Southwest is Southwest. No frills. If you're luck enough to get a happy crew (we did), then it makes for a nicer flight.

It was a perfect flight in all aspects! Both legs!

Great flight, 47 passengers on a 180 seat plane. Stewardess was pleasant and cheerful.

Flight delayed for two and half hours and then canceled altogether due to mechanical issues. No mechanic onsite to fix so had to send one from LAX.

My husband upgraded our seats and I don't know if it was due to the type of planet was or if they didn't upgrade our seats. We were supposed to be in I believe comfort seats and they were just as tight as any other seat- no leg room and we are very tall people but at least it wasn't extremely cold. My husband did put in a complaint about our seating because he paid extra and if we would have known that the space and the tightness would have been the same, we just would have gotten the emergency row emergency row seats that we normally get. We love Delta but both our flights coming home we're not good. Oh I forgot to mention that on our flight to Hawaii our luggage wheels got broke and we had to purse new luggage on vacation then we never had this problem so we didn't know protocol and reported it after we got home only for them to tell is we only had 24hrs to report the damage. Not sure what was going on with Delta this vacation trip.

Crew was excellent. Comfort seats not as nice as other kinds of planes.

It was a great flight and the stewards and stewardess were all kind and accommodating!! The seats were comfortable and entertainment screen excellent!

There are 4 flights in consecutive gates with about the same departure time. Two flights were boarding at the same time. One was delayed or boarding would be happening at the same time. I am not sure what Delta and LAX need to do to have a better layout at the end of Terminal 2

There was a security issue at the airport and we were unable to land. We circled endlessly and then landed at another airfield for fuel. We then circled the airport again, almost landed but didn’t fully touch down before circling again. I am thankful to the crew for keeping us safe- the issue was the airline and staff at the airport getting us seats on our connecting flights. That part was hours of searching for someone and getting in double my steps.

Most aspects were good however if they assign boarding zones they ought to enforce them or why bother? My luggage from SAN-JFK-MAD was lost in NY so I without my main bag for two days upon arrival in Spain. They were helpful in tracking it and eventually delivered it to my hotel. The flub was because of a delay upon arrival in NYC. I had booked 2 1/2 hours between flights but we had to hold on the taxiway for an hour after landing while waiting for a clear gate which likely caused the baggage error.

Excellent flight, the planes were newer, they did a nice job with boarding, great service overall.

It would be nice if was given wires ear buds. Overall was a good experience was able to sleep on the plane

737-800 in first class was pretty dumpy. Seat had an uncomfortable angle, storage under the seat was blocked so even my very modest backpack didn't fit, power outlet was flaky. Weird tiny seat pockets that couldn't hold a gallon ziploc bag, emesis bag missing, etc. etc. No in-flight service due to turbulence. Crew was excellent, boarding was smooth despite a full flight.

We had to deboard 2 times due to maintenance issues. They changed the plane, and then we got deviated to LAX due to maibtenance issues on the other plane, had to sleep at LAX and los a full day.

Once we got in the air the pilot made up some of the time of the delay. So that was really nice.

From the first moment you interact with United Airlines, you can expect nothing less but extreme frustration. The baggage handler at the bag drop seems completely unbothered by the presence of customers waiting in line. No help was extended to load the baggage whatsoever. And if any of your bags is overweight by 0.01 pound they will make you re-distribute everything in your suitcase just to play power trip. When it was time to board no help was extended to customers to locate their seats. Moreover. It was a chaotic mess at the gate when it was unclear who should board first and everyone just bunched up, trying to get on the plane. I am sure the crew was doing their best to perform their jobs while being paid their wages however it shouldn’t be that hard to smile once or twice when you’re in the business if serving customers. It is a shame for the United States of America to have a flagship carrier of such low caliber. Our flight was also delayed by about an hour and a half due to further delays prior to our inbound flight. Being someone who has travelled for both business and leisure in Asia, Europe, and South America I have never experienced such poor quality of service.

The pilots were late and it made us 1 hour late. The meat was tough and bok choy was also tough.

Stuck on tarmac for two hours plus a 5.5 hour flight. Rude flight attendant. And no meals, not even for purchase!

I learned that seating towards the end of plane that a line forms for the restroom and people use your chair as a hand railing, bumping your seat consistently. I was seated in the aisle. I think that next time if I am towards the back row I would want to sit in the middle or window seat.

The best airline I have ever travel , really good customer service, attention and service !!

Everything was great. Only thing that could’ve made it better was buy on board options for hot food, but the snacks were decent. The flight attendants were great. I had no complaints. I was able to make it to my destination safely

Horrific. They missed my connecting flight to San Diego. I didn’t get there until Monday at 9am when I had a mandatory court settlement conference scheduled at 6am since we had parties on the east coast. This caused many issues. All because United apparently forgot to hold the doors open until my flight landed that only had a 10 minute delay. This was the last flight to Southern California. So I couldn’t even rent a car to finish the trip. United cannot be trusted when traveling on specific days and times since weather didn’t have anything to do with the delays.

Very comfortable (upgraded to business class). The audio on my screen didn’t work, but I managed to play the audio through my phone while watching the screen.

The entertainment package was vast and the selections were very current. Keep updating it was great.

The seat was so hard my tailbone was aching The crew was kind of a b**** because I made a joke that I didn't care if they close the door I total c*** when she was trying to f****** act like she was mad at me because I said that The flight was bumpy. Sure you didnt have control over that.

4 hours late, including over +1 hour waiting in plane to take off. Baggage left behind too.

While waiting to claim my checked luggage, I discovered the airline had lost it. After a long wait and inquiries, I discovered it was on another flight. Fortunately, the airline finally sent my luggage home.

Crew should be nicer and emphatic with customers. Same cookies as the past 20 years. Seat are ok and the plane was clean though it was delayed.

Was not able to watch most shows on the entertainment site. They would not load

Plane was delayed for 6 hours, at first by weather, which is understandable, but was further delayed with NO given reason for 2 1/2 hours more. We had no clue when we were going to depart actually until they opened the ramp. VERY POOR to ZERO COMMUNICATION!!!

Our flight was 1.5 hours delayed. There was no weather for the inbound flight, so I don't understand why. This meant a VERY late arrival and only a quick nap before my morning flight.

Delayed flight, so I switched fights to SFO to Phoenix , Phoenix to DSM. Excellent service through American Airlines

AA re-routed flight from HNL to LAX due to delay. My group of 3 with reserved seats in row 9 was broken up, with one assigned to a middle seat, another in the last row of the plane. Not happy. No explanation to the delay. No apologies. No compensation. Would have been nice to be offered an Admiral Club admission or a voucher for the extra 3 hours of layover in LAX. Could not hear the boarding gate announcements in LAX. Adjacent gate was boarding at the same time. Loud speakers were competing against each other. Barely made my boarding group.

Seats were new and comfortable. Staff was fine. Missed my connection due to weather -which wasn’t their fault- but got no help at all. Gate staff sent me to customer service, which was and stayed unstaffed. Sign with QR code directed me to call or chat. Chat was useless. Call was returned after an hour. No itinerary offered by Frontier could get me home in less than 30 hours. Rebooked with another airline and got a partial refund that came to about 10 percent of what I paid to get home.

Finally a Frontier on time and efficient. I've had problems before with your airline, but this time everything went fine.

The experience was good. No frills but I got there safe and sound and on time.

Great for the price. No wifi or entertainment, but gate agents and crew were fantastic and we boarded quickly and left on time.

sluggish boarding and arrival procedures, fake nice flight attendants, and lots of delays.

Disaster. They lied every step of the way. We ended up being delayed due to crew and then allegedly abandoned the flight because of a curfew at LGA. No rebooking to LGA at any reasonable time. No hotel. No meal vouchers. Had to sleep in the airport and fly to Newark instead. Will never fly Frontier again.

Cancelled flight after I arrived at airport after 75 min drive and parking. Next flight was 4 days in the future. Had to scramble and buy a much more expensive flight on another carrier.

I liked the turn-style feature at gate 209B at LAX. Very efficient process. The gate staff also made several, clearly directed announcements so I felt very informed.

The seats were awful, hard plastic covered in sheet vinyl. The airline tries to scam you into paying extra to get seat together when the flight wasn’t full. They were going to separate a family with young children but my wife who had a row to herself gave up her seat so the young mom could be with her young boys. I’m never giving this airline my money again.

It was a short flight so no food or entertainment….

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