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Cheapest round-trip
$1,129
Typical prices: $1,276-$1,738
Multiple Airlines
Wed 1/31Tue 2/6
DOH - SFO • 2 stops
Cheapest non-stop
$1,648
Typical prices: $1,579-$1,816
Qatar Airways
Thu 2/1Tue 2/6
DOH - SFO • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Qatar Airways. Average duration is 16h 03m
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 81% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Cheapest • 10% price drop
Most popular
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Cheapest • Avg $1,328 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 20h 29m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Doha to San Francisco (DOH-SFO)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Doha to San Francisco

Sun, Jan 31 - Sat, Feb 6
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2:30 am - 9:40 pmDOH  Doha Hamad Intl-SFO San Francisco
30h 10m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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6:00 am - 11:00 pmSFO  San Francisco-DOH Doha Hamad Intl
30h 00m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Frankfurt am Main
$1,129Multiple Airlines
Sun, Jan 31 - Sat, Feb 6
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2:30 am - 9:40 pmDOH  Doha Hamad Intl-SFO San Francisco
30h 10m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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6:00 am - 11:00 pmSFO  San Francisco-DOH Doha Hamad Intl
30h 00m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Frankfurt am Main
$1,135Multiple Airlines
Sun, Jan 31 - Sat, Feb 6
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2:30 am - 9:40 pmDOH  Doha Hamad Intl-SFO San Francisco
30h 10m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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6:00 am - 11:00 pmSFO  San Francisco-DOH Doha Hamad Intl
30h 00m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Frankfurt am Main
$1,149Multiple Airlines
Sun, Jan 31 - Sat, Feb 6
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2:30 am - 9:40 pmDOH  Doha Hamad Intl-SFO San Francisco
30h 10m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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6:00 am - 11:00 pmSFO  San Francisco-DOH Doha Hamad Intl
30h 00m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Frankfurt am Main
$1,154Multiple Airlines
Wed, Nov 25 - Thu, Dec 3
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1:30 am - 9:30 pmDOH  Doha Hamad Intl-SFO San Francisco
31h 00m2 stops Dublin Toronto Pearson Intl
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8:25 am - 6:30 pmSFO  San Francisco-DOH Doha Hamad Intl
23h 05m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Athens Eleftherios V.
$1,215Multiple Airlines
Wed, Nov 25 - Thu, Dec 3
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1:45 am - 4:30 pmDOH  Doha Hamad Intl-SFO San Francisco
25h 45m1 stop Istanbul
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6:35 pm - 12:45 amSFO  San Francisco-DOH Doha Hamad Intl
19h 10m1 stop Istanbul
$1,216Turkish Airlines
Tue, Nov 24 - Wed, Dec 2
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1:45 am - 4:30 pmDOH  Doha Hamad Intl-SFO San Francisco
25h 45m1 stop Istanbul
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6:35 pm - 12:45 amSFO  San Francisco-DOH Doha Hamad Intl
19h 10m1 stop Istanbul
$1,222Turkish Airlines
Wed, Nov 25 - Thu, Dec 3
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2:30 am - 7:35 pmDOH  Doha Hamad Intl-SFO San Francisco
28h 05m3 stops Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Berlin Brandenburg Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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2:45 pm - 3:45 amSFO  San Francisco-DOH Doha Hamad Intl
26h 00m3 stops Frankfurt am Main Berlin Brandenburg Amman Queen Alia Intl
$1,228Multiple Airlines
Mon, Feb 1 - Sat, Feb 6
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7:55 am - 12:40 pmDOH  Doha Hamad Intl-SFO San Francisco
15h 45mnonstop
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8:40 am - 10:05 pmSFO  San Francisco-DOH Doha Hamad Intl
26h 25m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$1,590Qatar Airways
Mon, Feb 1 - Sat, Feb 6
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7:55 am - 12:40 pmDOH  Doha Hamad Intl-SFO San Francisco
15h 45mnonstop
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3:35 pm - 6:00 pmSFO  San Francisco-DOH Doha Hamad Intl
15h 25mnonstop
$1,648Qatar Airways
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Price, demand and travel trends for Doha to San Francisco flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Doha to San Francisco. It’s 11% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 26% higher.

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

•November is the cheapest month to fly from Doha to San Francisco at $1,257 round-trip.
•April ($2,055) and January ($1,861) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 63% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Key details for Doha to San Francisco flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$622
Beat the crowds with an average 71% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 153% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Doha to San Francisco

When to book flights from Doha to San Francisco

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Doha 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 Doha 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 Doha to San Francisco?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 7:50 am and lands at 11:53 pm
    • Latest: departs at 7:55 am and lands at 11:58 pm.

    The flight takes about 16h 03m.

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Doha to San Francisco:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

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

    A nonstop flight from Doha to San Francisco takes 16h 03m, covering 8,069 miles.

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

    Round-trip flights from Doha to San Francisco range from $1,276 to $1,738, with an average of $1,401 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,276 counts as a good deal.

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $1,328 round-trip via Frankfurt am Main (FRA), compared to $1,770 for nonstop.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Doha to San Francisco?

    Qatar Airways is the only airline operating Doha to San Francisco flights. 81% of its flights are on time.

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

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

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

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route varied from about $1,129 to $2,200. That means the highest observed fare was about 94% higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Doha to San Francisco are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $810.

  • 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 Doha to San Francisco?

    Flights from Doha to San Francisco usually depart from Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) and arrive at San Francisco (SFO).

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

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Doha 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 Doha to San Francisco route, 19% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1h 42m.

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

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

    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) - 71% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) - 24% of one-stop connections
    • New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) - 3% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 2% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 29% on flights from Doha to San Francisco. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $1,258 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $1,770, a difference of $512.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What airlines fly from Doha to San Francisco?

    Only Qatar Airways operates flights between Doha and San Francisco.

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

    Flying via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 20h 29m, compared with 21h 13m via Istanbul (IST) and 22h 16m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA).

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

    San Francisco is 10 hours behind Doha (Pacific Time vs Arabian 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 Doha to San Francisco flights?

    Among airlines operating Doha to San Francisco flights:

    • Qatar Airways: offers extra legroom; 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 Doha to San Francisco flights?

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

    • Qatar Airways: 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.

Your guide to booking Doha 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 Sunday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Sunday flights average $1,258, about $512 less than Monday fares (29% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Doha to San Francisco trip for November. Fares historically average $1,257 round-trip in that month - typically $798 less than the most expensive month, which is April (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $1,328 round-trip on this route - about $441 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • 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

Prefer to fly direct from Doha to San Francisco?

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

Direct departures

Doha Hamad Intl to San Francisco

Monday

Qatar Airways

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Tuesday

Qatar Airways

Qatar Airways

Thursday

Qatar Airways

Qatar Airways

Saturday

Qatar Airways

Qatar Airways

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Direct returns

San Francisco to Doha Hamad Intl

Monday

Qatar Airways

Qatar Airways

Tuesday

Qatar Airways

Qatar Airways

Thursday

Qatar Airways

Qatar Airways

Saturday

Qatar Airways

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