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Cheapest round-trip
$222
Typical prices: $234-$419
Multiple Airlines
Mon 12/17Sun 1/7
YYC - SFO • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$258
Typical prices: $233-$406
WestJet
Mon 2/5Wed 2/7
YYC - SFO • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with United Airlines and WestJet. Average duration is 3h 01m
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 78% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 25 weeks in advance save around 66% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 16% price drop
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $323 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 7h 52m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Calgary to San Francisco (YYC-SFO)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Calgary to San Francisco

Thu, Dec 17 - Thu, Jan 7
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9:50 am - 5:44 pmYYC  Calgary-SFO San Francisco
8h 54m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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11:59 am - 9:15 pmSFO  San Francisco-YYC Calgary
8h 16m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$222Multiple Airlines
Thu, Dec 17 - Mon, Jan 11
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9:50 am - 5:44 pmYYC  Calgary-SFO San Francisco
8h 54m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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11:59 am - 10:40 pmSFO  San Francisco-YYC Calgary
9h 41m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$222Multiple Airlines
Fri, Feb 5 - Sun, Feb 7
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2:45 pm - 4:50 pmYYC  Calgary-SFO San Francisco
3h 05mnonstop
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4:40 pm - 8:25 pmSFO  San Francisco-YYC Calgary
2h 45mnonstop
$258WestJet
Mon, Nov 23 - Sun, Dec 6
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11:55 am - 5:06 pmYYC  Calgary-SFO San Francisco
6h 11m1 stop Vancouver Intl
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6:25 am - 1:59 pmSFO  San Francisco-YYC Calgary
6h 34m1 stop Vancouver Intl
$279Air Canada
Sun, Nov 22 - Sun, Dec 6
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6:00 am - 11:32 amYYC  Calgary-SFO San Francisco
6h 32m1 stop Vancouver Intl
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6:25 am - 1:59 pmSFO  San Francisco-YYC Calgary
6h 34m1 stop Vancouver Intl
$279Air Canada
Sun, Nov 22 - Sun, Dec 6
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2:45 pm - 4:50 pmYYC  Calgary-SFO San Francisco
3h 05mnonstop
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4:40 pm - 8:25 pmSFO  San Francisco-YYC Calgary
2h 45mnonstop
$281WestJet
Thu, Jan 14 - Mon, Jan 25
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4:30 pm - 6:29 pmYYC  Calgary-SFO San Francisco
2h 59mnonstop
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8:24 am - 12:16 pmSFO  San Francisco-YYC Calgary
2h 52mnonstop
$282United Airlines
Sun, Jan 24 - Mon, Jan 25
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4:30 pm - 6:29 pmYYC  Calgary-SFO San Francisco
2h 59mnonstop
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8:24 am - 12:16 pmSFO  San Francisco-YYC Calgary
2h 52mnonstop
$291United Airlines
Wed, Dec 16 - Sun, Jan 17
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7:25 am - 1:33 pmYYC  Calgary-SFO San Francisco
7h 08m1 stop Salt Lake City
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5:31 am - 11:55 amSFO  San Francisco-YYC Calgary
5h 24m1 stop Salt Lake City
$306Delta
Sun, Dec 13 - Tue, Jan 12
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2:25 pm - 1:10 amYYC  Calgary-SFO San Francisco
11h 45m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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12:25 pm - 9:01 pmSFO  San Francisco-YYC Calgary
7h 36m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$306Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Calgary to San Francisco flights

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Calgary to San Francisco?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Calgary to San Francisco. It’s 13% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 15% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Calgary to San Francisco?

•October is the cheapest month to fly from Calgary to San Francisco at $260 round-trip.
•December ($418) and June ($365) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 60% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Calgary to San Francisco the cheapest?

Flights from Calgary to San Francisco are cheapest 25 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 66% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Calgary to San Francisco

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Our travel experts
Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on WestJet, United Airlines and Air Canada

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

Kaitlyn McInnis

Kaitlyn McInnis

Expert on YYC

Kaitlyn is a guidebook author and travel writer splitting her time between Atlantic Canada and Istanbul, Türkiye. She has visited over fifty countries and all seven continents, so she is very familiar with many hotels, airports and airlines around the globe. But her favorite type of vacation is sunbathing by the sea with a good book in hand.

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

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.

Key details for Calgary to San Francisco flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$150
Beat the crowds with an average 31% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 35% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Calgary to San Francisco

When to book flights from Calgary to San Francisco

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Calgary to San Francisco based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Calgary to San Francisco flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Calgary to San Francisco?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Calgary to San Francisco:

    • Earliest: departs at 2:45 pm and lands at 5:46 pm
    • Latest: departs at 4:30 pm and lands at 7:31 pm.

    The flight takes about 3h 01m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Calgary to San Francisco?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Calgary to San Francisco:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Calgary to San Francisco?

    A nonstop flight from Calgary to San Francisco takes 3h 01m, covering 1,018 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Calgary to San Francisco?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Calgary to San Francisco flight?

    Round-trip flights from Calgary to San Francisco range from $234 to $419, with an average of $311 over the past 12 months. Anything below $234 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Calgary to San Francisco flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 77% above the $311 route average. Book 25 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Calgary to San Francisco?

    On this route, nonstop flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Nonstop fares average $308 round-trip, compared to $323 via a layover through Vancouver Intl (YVR).

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Calgary to San Francisco?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $21–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Calgary to San Francisco?

    The Boeing 737 MAX 8 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by WestJet and Delta. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-800 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Calgary to San Francisco spread across the day?

    Afternoon is the busiest departure period on Calgary to San Francisco flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Calgary to San Francisco changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $222 to $1,059. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Calgary to San Francisco flights?

    WestJet is the only airline on the Calgary to San Francisco route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

  • How are flight prices from Calgary to San Francisco looking right now?

    One-way fares from Calgary to San Francisco are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $163, which is 30% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at San Francisco Airport (SFO)?

    San Francisco Airport (SFO) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $63 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Europcar
    • Thrifty
    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Fox

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Calgary to San Francisco?

    Flights from Calgary to San Francisco usually depart from Calgary (YYC) and arrive at San Francisco (SFO).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Calgary to San Francisco?

    Afternoon flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Calgary to San Francisco?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Calgary to San Francisco route, 37% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 34m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Calgary to San Francisco pass through?

    One-stop flights from Calgary to San Francisco most commonly connect through:

    • Vancouver Intl (YVR) - 87% of one-stop connections
    • Salt Lake City (SLC) - 9% of one-stop connections
    • Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) - 4% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Calgary to San Francisco?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 24% on flights from Calgary to San Francisco. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $273 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $359, a difference of $86.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What airlines fly from Calgary to San Francisco?

    2 airlines operate flights between Calgary and San Francisco. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • United Airlines
    • WestJet

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Calgary to San Francisco?

    Flying via Vancouver Intl (YVR) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 06m, compared with 7h 52m via Salt Lake City (SLC) and 7h 56m via Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA).

  • What is the time difference between Calgary and San Francisco?

    San Francisco is 1 hour behind Calgary (Pacific Time vs Mountain Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in San Francisco?

    Some of the most popular sights in San Francisco are Fisherman's Wharf, Union Square and Moscone Center. These are among the most viewed places in San Francisco on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Calgary to San Francisco flights?

    Among airlines operating Calgary to San Francisco flights:

    • WestJet: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • United Airlines: offers free seat selection
    • Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Air Canada: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Calgary to San Francisco flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • WestJet: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Delta: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Air Canada: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

  • How do I get from San Francisco Airport to the city centre using public transportation?

    The quickest way to travel from the airport by public transportation is to hop on the BART train, which connects the airport to downtown San Francisco, the East Bay and San Mateo County. The BART station is located in the international terminal building in boarding area G. The trip to the city centre takes 30min, and a one-way ticket costs around $9.50 (C$ 13).

  • Can I rent a car from San Francisco Airport?

    All car rental companies at the airport have desks located in a dedicated Rental Car Center (RCC). It is accessible by hopping on the AirTrain’s blue line, which operates 24h a day and has stations in every terminal. Of the 9 agencies located at the RCC, Fox and Hertz are located on the first floor and all others are on the fourth floor. All agencies are open 24h a day except for Enterprise, which is open from 5:00 am to midnight.

  • How much is a taxi from San Francisco Airport to the city centre?

    Taxis are available from the airport outside all terminals, on both the arrivals and departures levels. If you wish to take a taxi to your accommodation, a taxi coordinator can help you between the hours of 7:00 am and 2:15 am, but taxis are available 24h a day. Metred rates apply to all rides leaving the airport. A ride to the city centre will take about 30min and should cost between $45 (about C$ 60) and $65 (about C$ 87) depending on your final destination.

  • What can I do to pass some time at San Francisco Airport?

    There’s no better place to wait for a flight than at San Francisco Airport, which is packed with entertainment for travellers. For those seeking culture, walk around the airport to find the 40 art, history and science exhibitions that are located in both gated and public areas. Alternatively, rent a movie or a game from InMovie Entertainment, located in the main hall of the international terminal, and in the boarding area of Terminal 3. If you love the sea, check out the aquarium located near the entrance in Terminal 1.

Your guide to booking Calgary to San Francisco flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $273, about $86 less than Sunday fares (24% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 25 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 66% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Calgary to San Francisco trip for October. Fares historically average $260 round-trip in that month - typically $158 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with United Airlines. Over the past three months, 78% of United Airlines flights from Calgary to San Francisco arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 63%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 2h 34m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to San Francisco Airport.

    • Grand Hyatt At Sfo
  • Passengers looking for a quiet space to relax and meditate following their flight from Calgary to San Francisco can head to the Berman Reflection Room at San Francisco Airport (SFO). It is located in the public area of the international terminal and is open from 7:00 am to 11:00 pm.
  • San Francisco Airport has kids areas located all throughout the airport featuring interactive exhibitions and play areas. The one in Terminal 2 is located around boarding area D, while in Terminal 3 they are located around boarding areas E and F.
  • Head to the yoga room after your flight from Calgary to San Francisco to stretch and recompose. The room is located in Terminal 2, in boarding area D, and is equipped with yoga mats.
  • To freshen up following flights from Calgary to San Francisco, you can head to Freshen Up, which is located in the main hall of San Francisco Airport’s international terminal. It has shower facilities that you can use for a fee, and is accessible 24h a day.
  • Wait for your flight in style at Calgary Airport (YYC) by heading to the Aspire Lounge, where you can access comfortable seating, beverages, entertainment and business facilities. There are two locations in the international terminal, both of which can be accessed by paying at the door or through lounge memberships.

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Find which airlines fly direct from Calgary Airport to San Francisco Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Calgary to San Francisco

Monday

United Airlines,WestJet

United Airlines,WestJet

Tuesday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Wednesday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Thursday

United Airlines,WestJet

United Airlines,WestJet

Friday

United Airlines,WestJet

United Airlines,WestJet

Saturday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Sunday

United Airlines,WestJet

United Airlines,WestJet

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San Francisco to Calgary

Monday

United Airlines,WestJet

United Airlines,WestJet

Tuesday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Wednesday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Thursday

United Airlines,WestJet

United Airlines,WestJet

Friday

United Airlines,WestJet

United Airlines,WestJet

Saturday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Sunday

United Airlines,WestJet

United Airlines,WestJet

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