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Recent round-trip American Airlines flight deals to San Francisco

Wed, Nov 11 - Tue, Nov 17
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12:37 pm - 2:13 pmLAX  Los Angeles-SFO San Francisco
1h 36mnonstop
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3:07 pm - 4:43 pmSFO  San Francisco-LAX Los Angeles
1h 36mnonstop
$117American Airlines
Sat, Nov 14 - Mon, Nov 16
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4:26 pm - 6:02 pmLAX  Los Angeles-SFO San Francisco
1h 36mnonstop
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9:13 am - 10:50 amSFO  San Francisco-LAX Los Angeles
1h 37mnonstop
$118American Airlines
Mon, Nov 9 - Tue, Nov 17
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10:04 pm - 11:40 pmLAX  Los Angeles-SFO San Francisco
1h 36mnonstop
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3:07 pm - 4:43 pmSFO  San Francisco-LAX Los Angeles
1h 36mnonstop
$122American Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Mon, Dec 7
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11:39 am - 1:19 pmLAX  Los Angeles-SFO San Francisco
1h 40mnonstop
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2:07 pm - 3:43 pmSFO  San Francisco-LAX Los Angeles
1h 36mnonstop
$123American Airlines
Sat, Nov 14 - Mon, Nov 16
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7:03 am - 8:40 amLAX  Los Angeles-SFO San Francisco
1h 37mnonstop
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7:03 am - 8:40 amSFO  San Francisco-LAX Los Angeles
1h 37mnonstop
$127American Airlines
Sat, Nov 14 - Mon, Nov 16
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4:26 pm - 6:02 pmLAX  Los Angeles-SFO San Francisco
1h 36mnonstop
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9:13 am - 10:50 amSFO  San Francisco-LAX Los Angeles
1h 37mnonstop
$128American Airlines
Sat, Nov 14 - Tue, Nov 17
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7:03 am - 8:40 amLAX  Los Angeles-SFO San Francisco
1h 37mnonstop
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3:07 pm - 4:43 pmSFO  San Francisco-LAX Los Angeles
1h 36mnonstop
$137American 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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4:10 pm - 5:47 pmSFO  San Francisco-LAX Los Angeles
1h 37mnonstop
$138American Airlines
Thu, Nov 12 - Sun, Nov 15
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4:26 pm - 6:02 pmLAX  Los Angeles-SFO San Francisco
1h 36mnonstop
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9:13 am - 10:50 amSFO  San Francisco-LAX Los Angeles
1h 37mnonstop
$142American Airlines
Tue, Nov 17 - Mon, Nov 23
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2:04 pm - 3:36 pmLAX  Los Angeles-SFO San Francisco
1h 32mnonstop
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7:00 am - 8:35 amSFO  San Francisco-LAX Los Angeles
1h 35mnonstop
$144American 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 January, where tickets cost $368 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months to fly this route on American Airlines are June and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $478 and $452 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 $117 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 $117 return.

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

Each week there are around 664 direct flights from within the United States to San Francisco. The most common day for departures is Friday, with 16% 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 $435. On the other hand, the most expensive day to fly is Sunday, where prices are $580 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 $382 on average.

Good to know

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$59

Average price round-trip

$406
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 6% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 12% increase in price.
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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, 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 $571 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?

    The only other oneworld airline flying to San Francisco is Alaska Airlines.

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 $265.
  • 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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6.8Entertainment
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8.0 Very good
Too little snack and drink for almost 6:00 hr flight. Should have serve some food.
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2.0 Poor
At 5:46 am EST, when I arrived at my departing gate, your gqte agent told me that I could not board the flight because the flight is closed 15 minuets before departure. However, the same gate agent escorted a woman (standing right next to me) at the gate onto the flight which, proves that I could have boarded the flight just like the woman I watched board the flight. The gate agent stated "she was here before you". 1-why was she not already on the flight & 2-how and why was she able to board a "closed" flight that I was not. Additionally, although 6am EST was the time of departure, the plane did not 'pullback' from the gate until 6:15am EST The same gate agent told me that the "boarding closes 15 before departure time" is printed on my boarding pass. This statement is not displayed on my digital boarding pass that I downloaded from AA.com. She also told me that this in stated on AA.com whent I booked my ticket however, since am travelling for work, I booked my flight thru my firm's (Deloitte Consulting) corporate travel app, not AA.com. Marc W Brown
S
10.0 Wonderful
What an amazing plane! We flew a 787 to Miami. Although the Internet was not functioning, it was a wonderful flight.
S
10.0 Wonderful
Although it was a smaller plane, the flight was quick and uneventful.
S
2.0 Poor
This trip on American was the WORST I have ever experienced. The plan was LATE taking off from Tucson due to mechanical issues. It caused me to arrive late in Dallas, so I tried to move flights so I would not miss my dinner meeting. First attempt, that flight was delayed, Second attempt, that flight was also delayed. Got back on original flight, the mechanical issue was NOT fixed, so we de-planed and had to find the new gate. Overall, was which was 4 hours delayed and missed the dinner meeting. Friday return, flight from Orlando was on time and landed early. Then the next flight was delayed due to crew coming in late, and them waiting on other passengers. After 90 minutes of delay, we boarded, and then were informed the Fist Officer could not fly due to time constraints. At 12:15 AM we were offered a hotel for a 4:20 boarding flight. Not happening. DFW was COLD and no place to sleep. Plane delayed again to 6:50, but was late taking off AGAIN. Finally landed in Tucson at around 8AM. Should be refunded 75% of the ticket costs due to negligence, nothing more.
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2.0 Poor
This trip on American was the WORST I have ever experienced. The plan was LATE taking off from Tucson due to mechanical issues. It caused me to arrive late in Dallas, so I tried to move flights so I would not miss my dinner meeting. First attempt, that flight was delayed, Second attempt, that flight was also delayed. Got back on original flight, the mechanical issue was NOT fixed, so we de-planed and had to find the new gate. Overall, was which was 4 hours delayed and missed the dinner meeting. Friday return, flight from Orlando was on time and landed early. Then the next flight was delayed due to crew coming in late, and them waiting on other passengers. After 90 minutes of delay, we boarded, and then were informed the Fist Officer could not fly due to time constraints. At 12:15 AM we were offered a hotel for a 4:20 boarding flight. Not happening. DFW was COLD and no place to sleep. Plane delayed again to 6:50, but was late taking off AGAIN. Finally landed in Tucson at around 8AM. Should be refunded 75% of the ticket costs due to negligence, nothing more.
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10.0 Wonderful
Good
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4.0 Mediocre
Same the delay was not ideal and the credits to move flights was not sufficient
D
4.0 Mediocre
The delay was not handled well and the offers to move flights and get travel credit was also not ideal.
P
6.0 Okay
The worst seat in any business class. Food are worst then economy class.
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