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Recent round-trip American Airlines flight deals to San Francisco

Wed, Jan 27 - Wed, Jan 27
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7:30 am - 9:09 amLAX  Los Angeles-SFO San Francisco
1h 39mnonstop
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11:47 am - 1:29 pmSFO  San Francisco-LAX Los Angeles
1h 42mnonstop
$112American Airlines
Wed, Dec 9 - Tue, Dec 15
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7:00 pm - 8:35 pmLAX  Los Angeles-SFO San Francisco
1h 35mnonstop
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8:00 am - 9:41 amSFO  San Francisco-LAX Los Angeles
1h 41mnonstop
$117American Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Mon, Dec 7
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7:03 am - 8:40 amLAX  Los Angeles-SFO San Francisco
1h 37mnonstop
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6:34 pm - 8:11 pmSFO  San Francisco-LAX Los Angeles
1h 37mnonstop
$118American Airlines
Tue, Dec 8 - Sat, Dec 12
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9:38 am - 11:18 amLAX  Los Angeles-SFO San Francisco
1h 40mnonstop
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4:10 pm - 5:47 pmSFO  San Francisco-LAX Los Angeles
1h 37mnonstop
$128American Airlines
Sat, Dec 12 - Sun, Dec 13
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7:03 am - 8:40 amLAX  Los Angeles-SFO San Francisco
1h 37mnonstop
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9:13 am - 10:51 amSFO  San Francisco-LAX Los Angeles
1h 38mnonstop
$136American Airlines
Sat, Dec 12 - Mon, Dec 14
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7:03 am - 8:40 amLAX  Los Angeles-SFO San Francisco
1h 37mnonstop
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2:07 pm - 3:43 pmSFO  San Francisco-LAX Los Angeles
1h 36mnonstop
$137American Airlines
Sat, Dec 12 - Mon, Dec 14
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7:03 am - 8:40 amLAX  Los Angeles-SFO San Francisco
1h 37mnonstop
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2:07 pm - 3:43 pmSFO  San Francisco-LAX Los Angeles
1h 36mnonstop
$138American Airlines
Sat, Dec 19 - Tue, Dec 22
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10:22 pm - 11:59 pmLAX  Los Angeles-SFO San Francisco
1h 37mnonstop
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9:47 am - 11:21 amSFO  San Francisco-LAX Los Angeles
1h 34mnonstop
$139American Airlines
Fri, Dec 4 - Sun, Dec 6
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7:03 am - 8:40 amLAX  Los Angeles-SFO San Francisco
1h 37mnonstop
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9:13 am - 10:51 amSFO  San Francisco-LAX Los Angeles
1h 38mnonstop
$147American Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Mon, Dec 7
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9:38 am - 11:18 amLAX  Los Angeles-SFO San Francisco
1h 40mnonstop
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7:03 am - 8:44 amSFO  San Francisco-LAX Los Angeles
1h 41mnonstop
$152American Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for San Francisco flights with American Airlines

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

What is the cheapest month to fly with American Airlines to San Francisco?

The cheapest month for American Airlines flights to San Francisco is February, where tickets cost $371 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months to fly this route on American Airlines are June and November, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $478 and $461 respectively.

How far in advance should I book American Airlines flights to San Francisco?

For the absolute cheapest price on American Airlines, our data suggests you should book 4 weeks before departure.

What is the cheapest flight to San Francisco with American Airlines?

The cheapest airline ticket to San Francisco from the United States with American Airlines in the last 5 days was $59 one-way, and $112 round-trip on the route from Los Angeles to San Francisco. The most popular route is from Los Angeles to San Francisco and the cheapest ticket found on this route in the last 5 days was $112 return.

How many direct flights does American Airlines operate to San Francisco every week?

Each week there are around 588 direct flights from within the United States to San Francisco. The most common day for departures is Sunday, with 18% of flights taking off on this day.

What is the cheapest day to fly to San Francisco?

Based on KAYAK data, the cheapest day to fly to San Francisco is Thursday where tickets can be as cheap as $439. On the other hand, the most expensive day to fly is Sunday, where prices are $589 on average.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to San Francisco with American Airlines?

The cheapest time of day to fly to San Francisco with American Airlines is generally at noon, when flights cost $392 on average.

Good to know

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$59

Average price round-trip

$490

Good deal one-way

$362
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 12% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 10% increase in price.
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When to book flights with American Airlines to San Francisco

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FAQs for flying to San Francisco with American Airlines

  • Which other airlines fly to San Francisco?

    Along with American Airlines, you can also fly to San Francisco with United Airlines, United Airlines, Southwest, Frontier, Alaska Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Breeze Airways and Breeze Airways.

  • How much is a flight to San Francisco with American Airlines?

    On average, American Airlines flights to San Francisco cost $527 one-way.

  • Which airport do American Airlines flights to San Francisco fly into?

    You’ll fly into San Francisco Airport when flying to San Francisco with American Airlines.

  • Are there any other airlines in oneworld that fly to San Francisco?

    If you want to fly with an airline in oneworld, Alaska Airlines and Alaska Airlines also fly to San Francisco.

Top tips for your flights to San Francisco with American Airlines

  • The cheapest flight to San Francisco with American Airlines found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks departed from Charlotte and cost $250.
  • If you’re intending to fly with American Airlines, book your flight to San Francisco at least 2 weeks before departure to ensure a below-average price.
  • High season for flights to San Francisco with American Airlines is June and prices are highest at this time. The cheapest month to fly is January.

American Airlines customer reviews

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6.4Food
7.4Boarding
7.1Comfort
6.8Entertainment
7.9Crew
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2.0 Poor
I have generally had positive experiences with American Airlines (outside a handful of delayed flights), which is why I wanted to share this feedback constructively. On my recent flight, my travel experience was extremely uncomfortable because my seat mate significantly encroached into my assigned seat space for the duration of the flight. As a result, I was forced to sit partially sideways, with much of my shoulder and upper body extending into the aisle. Unfortunately, my back still hurts from maintaining that awkward position.I recognize that this is a sensitive and challenging issue for airlines and cabin crews to address. Everyone deserves to travel with dignity and respect, and I understand that individual circumstances can vary. However, fairness also requires that all passengers have reasonable access to the seat space they have paid for. When one passenger's use of space substantially impacts another passenger's ability to sit safely and comfortably, there should be a practical solution available.I appreciate the complexities involved, but I hope American Airlines will continue exploring ways to ensure that all passengers can travel comfortably and equitably. This experience detracted significantly from what should have been a routine flight.
G
8.0 Very good
The crew was great! The issue for me is the aircraft. The Airbus A32x is just not comfortable enough and the entertainment delivery via personal devices is problematic.
S
2.0 Poor
The crew was dis respectful even in business class. I will not recommend AA to anyone and will also fly only when there is no choice
J
2.0 Poor
Three aircraft in succession experienced maintenance issues, resulting in a six-hour delay. The original aircraft required replacement, and the substitute aircraft arrived more than two hours late. Passengers boarded that aircraft, only to be told later to deplane due to maintenance concerns. We then boarded a different aircraft that had arrived at the gate, only to be instructed to deplane once again because it, too, experienced maintenance issues. After hours of delays and two separate boarding and deplaning events, passengers were directed to a third aircraft departing from a different terminal and had to rush across the airport to make that flight. That was the only aircraft that ultimately departed without incident. Of course, passenger safety must come first, and I am grateful these issues were identified before takeoff. However, when three aircraft in succession require maintenance attention and passengers are repeatedly boarded before those issues are discovered, it raises legitimate concerns about American Airlines' preventive maintenance procedures and aircraft readiness checks. One aircraft with an unexpected issue can happen. Three aircraft in a row, combined with multiple boarding and deplaning events, suggests a pattern that warrants review. American Airlines needs to take a hard look at both its maintenance practices and its decision-making process for boarding passengers before determining that an aircraft is ready for service.
U
6.0 Okay
Overall, it was a good experience, although the boarding process was somewhat disorganized, with no clear signage or designated areas indicating where passengers in different boarding groups should line up. Additionally, the seats felt quite outdated and could benefit from modernization. While the cabin crew provided good service, the experience lacked the personalized attention I would have expected.
U
8.0 Very good
Overall, it was a good experience, although the boarding process was somewhat disorganized, with no clear signage or designated areas indicating where passengers in different boarding groups should line up. Additionally, the seats felt quite outdated and could benefit from modernization. While the cabin crew provided good service, the experience lacked the personalized attention I would have expected.
A
10.0 Wonderful
New internet speed is awesome! Great flight and staff. Also most efficient and fast baggage handling ever in Philly!
W
10.0 Wonderful
Check-in was easy, but getting luggage checked in wasn't so smooth, due to the machines not working correctly. Boarding went smooth and flight was relatively fast. Captain kept us well informed of our early arrival into LA, which really helped us coordinate with the person picking us up.
J
8.0 Very good
The wifi was broken. The temperature on the plane was quite warm, and my air vent didn't seem to blow anything but warm air. The flight attendants were nice.
G
8.0 Very good
This flight left LAX on time and arrived early in HNL. The flight crew was excellent, no issues with service or attentiveness. My issue is with the A321neo ... First class should be renamed business class as the seats are not that comfortable. And, having to use my phone as the entertainment device is just not acceptable ... I'm not going to carry a tablet so I can watch a movie. The music choices are limited, at least IMO.
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