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Cheapest round-trip
$194
Typical prices: $202-$415
Frontier
Fri 10/23Fri 10/23
AUS - SFO • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$219
Typical prices: $197-$359
Southwest
Wed 9/23Wed 9/30
AUS - SFO • Non-stop
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You can fly direct with Delta, United Airlines and Southwest. Average duration is 3h 45m
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Cheapest • Avg $211 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 6h 05m (one-way)
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 4 weeks in advance save around 51% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheap Flights from Austin to San Francisco (AUS-SFO)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Austin to San Francisco 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 Austin to San Francisco

Fri, Oct 23 - Fri, Oct 23
Frontier Logo
6:15 am - 11:36 am
AUS
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SFO
7h 21m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
2:07 pm - 11:59 pm
SFO
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AUS
7h 52m
1 stop
$194Frontier
Wed, Sep 23 - Wed, Sep 30
Southwest Logo
12:10 pm - 1:50 pm
AUS
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SFO
3h 40mnonstop
Southwest Logo
12:15 pm - 5:45 pm
SFO
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AUS
3h 30mnonstop
$219Southwest
Wed, Aug 19 - Tue, Aug 25
United Airlines Logo
1:39 pm - 3:29 pm
AUS
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SFO
3h 50mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
12:00 pm - 5:40 pm
SFO
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AUS
3h 40mnonstop
$219United Airlines
Tue, Aug 25 - Tue, Aug 25
United Airlines Logo
9:00 am - 10:50 am
AUS
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SFO
3h 50mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
4:20 pm - 10:02 pm
SFO
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AUS
3h 42mnonstop
$219United Airlines
Wed, Aug 19 - Tue, Aug 25
Delta Logo
3:25 pm - 5:08 pm
AUS
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SFO
3h 43mnonstop
Delta Logo
9:43 am - 3:30 pm
SFO
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AUS
3h 47mnonstop
$219Delta
Wed, Sep 16 - Wed, Sep 23
Delta Logo
7:05 am - 8:54 am
AUS
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SFO
3h 49mnonstop
Delta Logo
5:59 pm - 11:26 pm
SFO
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AUS
3h 27mnonstop
$219Delta
Thu, Aug 20 - Wed, Aug 26
Southwest Logo
3:50 pm - 5:35 pm
AUS
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SFO
3h 45mnonstop
Southwest Logo
12:15 pm - 5:45 pm
SFO
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AUS
3h 30mnonstop
$223Southwest
Thu, Oct 22 - Mon, Oct 26
Frontier Logo
12:31 pm - 5:49 pm
AUS
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SFO
7h 18m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
7:30 pm - 11:59 pm
SFO
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AUS
26h 29m
2 stops
$224Frontier
Mon, Aug 17 - Mon, Aug 24
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 8:50 am
AUS
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SFO
5h 50m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
6:36 am - 2:47 pm
SFO
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AUS
6h 11m
1 stop
$246American Airlines
Thu, Sep 17 - Tue, Sep 22
American Airlines Logo
5:35 pm - 11:28 pm
AUS
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SFO
7h 53m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
4:12 pm - 11:54 pm
SFO
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AUS
5h 42m
1 stop
$247American Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Austin to San Francisco flights

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

How much is a round-trip flight from Austin to San Francisco?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Austin to San Francisco departing in October.

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to San Francisco from Austin usually cost between $208 and $437 in October.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $194 on Frontier (Oct 23-Oct 23).

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

The average price of all round-trip flights from Austin to San Francisco clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to San Francisco on a Friday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Sunday is the most expensive day to fly from Austin to San Francisco. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Wednesday and avoiding Mondays for the best deals.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Austin to San Francisco, 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 Austin to San Francisco is September, where tickets cost $261 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are March and February, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $409 and $370 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Austin to San Francisco?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop layover the cheapest option at $320 on average.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Austin to San Francisco, 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 Austin to San Francisco, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 51% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 26 weeks before departure.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Austin to San Francisco

 
AI-powered summary based on content written by travel experts. AI can make mistakes.
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Gabriel Leigh

Gabriel Leigh

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Gabriel is a writer and video creator. As senior content producer for Flightradar24 and Monocle’s transport correspondent, he keeps a close eye on aviation in particular. He has also written travel articles for the likes of The New York Times. Born in New York but raised around the world, he now lives in Sweden. He’s been to 75 countries, flying 2.3 million miles on 113 airlines and through 234 airports in the process.

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Harriet Baskas

Expert on Alaska Airlines and AUS

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Expert on SFO

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

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Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$122
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 18% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 5% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Austin to San Francisco

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FAQs for booking flights from Austin to San Francisco

  • Where is the shopping center at San Francisco Airport?

    There are airport shops at the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport. The Brookstone is located in Terminal 2 post-security near Gate D1. If you want books, you can visit Compass Books at the Terminal 2 D Gates Retail Street and Terminal 3 E Gates post-security near Gate E1. For technology products, you can visit SoundBalance, located at the Terminal 3 E Gates.

  • Are there nonstop flights from Austin, Texas to San Francisco?

    Several airlines fly from Austin to San Francisco, including JetBlue and United Airlines. You can fly nonstop from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. Flights with one-stop are also available. Frontier offers flights through Denver International Airport (DEN), while United Airlines offers a flight with a stop at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Book through KAYAK to find information about the different flight deals.

  • Are there facilities for families at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport?

    The Austin-Bergstrom International Airport offers two nursing mothers'rooms located before and after the security checkpoint. Mothers will find comfortable padded seating chairs, electrical outlets they can use with an electric breast pump, and baby changing tables. For kids obsessed with planes, there’s a family viewing area.

  • Are there amenities for kids at San Francisco Airport?

    Several restaurants serve special menus for children, including Andale Mexican Restaurant at the Terminal 2 D Gates near D16. For freshly baked sourdough bread, salads, sweet treats, and sandwiches, you can explore Boudin Bakery at the International Terminal A Gates post-security. To keep your kids busy, there’s an interactive kids play area at the Terminal 2 D Gates near Gates D15 and D7.

  • Where is the San Francisco Airport medical clinic?

    A medical clinic is open at San Francisco International Airport. It offers both travel and occupational medical services. The clinic is located in the International Terminal Main Hall in Departures A. It’s open Monday through Friday, 7 am to 7 pm. On Saturday, the clinic offers services from 9 am to 4 pm.

  • Does Austin-Bergstrom International Airport provide long-term parking?

    The Red Garage is the closest to the AUS main terminal and charges about $27 a day or around $32 a day for short-term spots. The Green Garage is farther from the main terminal and has a daily rate of about $17. The most affordable option, at around $10 daily. is the Economy Lot, which requires a shuttle ride to the terminal.

  • Is there a concierge service at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport for departures?

    Yes. There is a SkySquad service available at AUS. For a fee, a trained and vetted representative will meet you at the curbside and help you with your bags and check-in. They will also expedite your TSA screening and watch your carry-ons if you want to grab some food or go to the restroom.

  • Does San Francisco International Airport have a hotel onsite?

    For a rest after your flight to SFO from AUS, there is the Grand Hyatt. It has soundproofed rooms for a peaceful sleep, and you can get to the hotel easily by either the Blue or Red Lines of the complimentary AirTrain, which stops at every terminal and runs 24 hours a day.

  • Can I rent a car when I land at San Francisco International Airport?

    Yes. You can catch the free AirTrain Blue Line from any terminal at SFO to the Rental Car Center, where there are many well-known rental companies. Some, like Budget, are open 24 hours a day, while others have set hours, such as Alamo and National, which are open from 6 am to 12:30 am every day.

  • What are my public transportation options from San Francisco International Airport to the city center?

    You can catch San Francisco’s Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) trains from the International Terminal, which you can access from other terminals with the airport’s AirTrain system. The Yellow and Red Lines stop at SFO and can take you to many locations in the city center. There are also several SamTrans buses that you can catch outside the baggage claim areas of the International Terminal and Terminals 2 and 3.

  • Is San Francisco International Airport accessible for people with hidden disabilities?

    Yes. SFO participates in the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Program. This is a free program where travelers who have non-visible impairments, such as PTSD, autism, or hearing loss, are given a lanyard to wear. The lanyards tell staff that they may need assistance. It is suggested that you notify the airport about 48 hours before your flight.

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

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Austin to San Francisco was $123 for a one-way ticket and $219 for a round-trip.

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

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

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

    Austin airport is called Austin Bergstrom and the only airport in San Francisco is San Francisco.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Austin to San Francisco?

    All the following airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Austin to San Francisco flight route: Delta, JetBlue, American Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, Japan Airlines, and Qantas Airways.

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

    The Airbus A319 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Austin to San Francisco flight route.

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

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

  • On which days can I fly direct from Austin to San Francisco?

    There are nonstop flights from Austin to San Francisco on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Austin to San Francisco, Southwest or Alaska Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Austin to San Francisco are Southwest and Alaska Airlines. With an average price for the route of $318 and an overall rating of 8.0, Southwest is the most popular choice. Alaska Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $272 and an overall rating of 7.9.

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

    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 Austin to San Francisco.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to San Francisco from Austin 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 Austin to San Francisco?

    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 San Francisco with an airline and back to Austin with another airline. Booking your flights between Austin and SFO 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 Austin to San Francisco?

    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 San Francisco from Austin 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 Austin to San Francisco

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $199 or less one-way and $345 or less round-trip.
  • If you’re in the Austin Metropolitan area and want to fly to San Francisco, the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS), located 5 miles from downtown Austin, offers flights through multiple airlines.
  • Passengers can access free Wi-Fi at the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport for up to four hours per session. To connect, select the Boingo Hotspot and pick “Complimentary Wi-Fi.”
  • If you have a pet, the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport offers pet relief areas located outside the terminals. The facilities are lighted, equipped with waste bags, and have a drinking fountain.
  • There are two nursing mothers’ rooms at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, one before the security check and another after. The rooms have comfortable chairs, electrical outlets, and baby changing tables.
  • For flights from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, you can enter San Francisco through the San Francisco International Airport (SFO), located 13 miles from downtown San Francisco.
  • To withdraw cash at the San Francisco International Airport, you can use various ATMs found outside the four airport terminals. The service is open 24h daily.
  • For disabled passengers, the San Francisco International Airport offers visual and audio paging services throughout the airport. You can also use a phone service for deaf and hard-of-hearing at the Arrivals and Ticketing levels.
  • There are facilities where you can freshen up at San Francisco International Airport. Passengers can use shower facilities and toiletries at the International Terminal Main Hall on the G-Side pre-security.
  • With the Times setting, you can filter your KAYAK search for flights from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to only include options with arrival times that match your plans.
  • You should plan on getting to AUS around 2 hours before your flight to SFO. This should give you enough time to check-in and go through security before your flight starts boarding.
  • If you have friends or family picking you up at SFO, they can wait for you at the free cell phone lot. It is open from 5 am to 1 am every day, and is only about a 5 minutes drive to the terminal.

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Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Austin Bergstrom to San Francisco.
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Direct departures

Austin Bergstrom to San Francisco

Monday

Delta,Southwest,United Airlines

Delta,Southwest, +1 more

Tuesday

Delta,Southwest,United Airlines

Delta,Southwest, +1 more

Wednesday

Delta,Southwest,United Airlines

Delta,Southwest, +1 more

Thursday

Delta,Southwest,United Airlines

Delta,Southwest, +1 more

Friday

Delta,Southwest,United Airlines

Delta,Southwest, +1 more

Saturday

Delta,United Airlines

Delta,United Airlines

Sunday

Delta,Southwest,United Airlines

Delta,Southwest, +1 more

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Direct returns

San Francisco to Austin Bergstrom

Monday

Delta,Southwest,United Airlines

Delta,Southwest, +1 more

Tuesday

Delta,Southwest,United Airlines

Delta,Southwest, +1 more

Wednesday

Delta,Southwest,United Airlines

Delta,Southwest, +1 more

Thursday

Delta,Southwest,United Airlines

Delta,Southwest, +1 more

Friday

Delta,Southwest,United Airlines

Delta,Southwest, +1 more

Saturday

Delta,United Airlines

Delta,United Airlines

Sunday

Delta,Southwest,United Airlines

Delta,Southwest, +1 more

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