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Cheapest round-trip
$333
Typical prices: $350-$516
Breeze Airways
Wed 12/5Fri 12/7
RSW - SFO • 2 stops
Cheapest non-stop
$429
Typical prices: $389-$619
United Airlines
Mon 1/29Wed 1/31
RSW - SFO • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with United Airlines. Average duration is 6h 16m
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 18 weeks in advance save around 36% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 19% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $348 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 7h 41m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Fort Myers to San Francisco (RSW-SFO)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Fort Myers to San Francisco

Sat, Dec 5 - Mon, Dec 7
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8:59 pm - 12:01 pmRSW  Fort Myers SW Florida Intl-SFO San Francisco
18h 02m2 stops Charleston Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
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11:54 am - 11:44 pmSFO  San Francisco-RSW Fort Myers SW Florida Intl
8h 50m1 stop Louisville Intl
$333Breeze Airways
Sat, Dec 5 - Fri, Dec 11
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8:59 pm - 12:01 pmRSW  Fort Myers SW Florida Intl-SFO San Francisco
18h 02m2 stops Charleston Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
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11:54 am - 11:44 pmSFO  San Francisco-RSW Fort Myers SW Florida Intl
8h 50m1 stop Louisville Intl
$333Breeze Airways
Sat, Jan 30 - Fri, Feb 5
Delta Logo
6:33 am - 4:06 pmRSW  Fort Myers SW Florida Intl-SFO San Francisco
12h 33m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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10:21 am - 12:35 amSFO  San Francisco-RSW Fort Myers SW Florida Intl
11h 14m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$394Delta
Sun, Nov 22 - Mon, Nov 30
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5:48 pm - 10:32 amRSW  Fort Myers SW Florida Intl-SFO San Francisco
19h 44m1 stop Denver Intl
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6:15 am - 4:53 pmSFO  San Francisco-RSW Fort Myers SW Florida Intl
7h 38m1 stop Denver Intl
$398Frontier
Mon, Nov 23 - Mon, Nov 30
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5:48 pm - 9:44 amRSW  Fort Myers SW Florida Intl-SFO San Francisco
18h 56m1 stop Denver Intl
Frontier Logo
6:15 am - 4:53 pmSFO  San Francisco-RSW Fort Myers SW Florida Intl
7h 38m1 stop Denver Intl
$398Frontier
Fri, Jan 15 - Mon, Jan 25
Delta Logo
2:35 pm - 11:57 pmRSW  Fort Myers SW Florida Intl-SFO San Francisco
12h 22m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Seattle/Tacoma Intl
Delta Logo
10:21 am - 12:35 amSFO  San Francisco-RSW Fort Myers SW Florida Intl
11h 14m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$403Delta
Sat, Jan 30 - Thu, Feb 4
American Airlines Logo
2:57 pm - 10:53 pmRSW  Fort Myers SW Florida Intl-SFO San Francisco
10h 56m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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5:00 am - 3:55 pmSFO  San Francisco-RSW Fort Myers SW Florida Intl
7h 55m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$407American Airlines
Fri, Jan 15 - Mon, Jan 25
American Airlines Logo
11:11 am - 4:57 pmRSW  Fort Myers SW Florida Intl-SFO San Francisco
8h 46m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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5:00 am - 5:56 pmSFO  San Francisco-RSW Fort Myers SW Florida Intl
9h 56m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$407American Airlines
Sat, Jan 30 - Fri, Feb 5
United Airlines Logo
9:02 am - 5:33 pmRSW  Fort Myers SW Florida Intl-SFO San Francisco
11h 31m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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12:40 pm - 8:58 pmSFO  San Francisco-RSW Fort Myers SW Florida Intl
5h 18mnonstop
$414United Airlines
Fri, Jan 15 - Mon, Jan 25
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9:02 am - 5:33 pmRSW  Fort Myers SW Florida Intl-SFO San Francisco
11h 31m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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12:40 pm - 8:58 pmSFO  San Francisco-RSW Fort Myers SW Florida Intl
5h 18mnonstop
$414United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Fort Myers to San Francisco flights

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

Round-trip flights from Fort Myers to San Francisco typically range from $350 to $516. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $333, on Breeze Airways.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Fort Myers to San Francisco. It’s 5% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 18% higher.

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

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Fort Myers to San Francisco at $331 round-trip.
•October ($518) and December ($491) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 56% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Fort Myers to San Francisco the cheapest?

Flights from Fort Myers to San Francisco are cheapest 18 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 36% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Fort Myers to San Francisco

 
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Marisa Garcia

Marisa Garcia

Expert on RSW

Marisa knows planes inside and out, spending 16 years working on aircraft in hangars at airports around the world. She is an aviation industry expert, specialized in airline interiors and regulations. Ten years ago, she pivoted to journalism. She shares her insights in leading aviation, travel, and business publications and on her site FlightChic.

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 Fort Myers to San Francisco flights

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

$158
Beat the crowds with an average 26% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 32% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Fort Myers to San Francisco

When to book flights from Fort Myers to San Francisco

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

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

    • Earliest: departs at 8:00 am and lands at 2:16 pm
    • Latest: departs at 9:30 am and lands at 3:46 pm.

    The flight takes about 6h 16m.

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Fort Myers to San Francisco?

    A nonstop flight from Fort Myers to San Francisco takes 6h 16m, covering 2,475 miles.

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

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

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

    Round-trip flights from Fort Myers to San Francisco range from $350 to $516, with an average of $410 over the past 12 months. Anything below $350 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 39% above the $410 route average. Book 18 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $348 round-trip via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX), compared to $484 for nonstop.

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

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $40–$80 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 Fort Myers to San Francisco?

    The Boeing 737 MAX 9 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by United Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737 variants.

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

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Fort Myers 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 Fort Myers 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 $333 to $2,814. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Fort Myers to San Francisco are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $208, which is 27% 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 Fort Myers to San Francisco?

    Flights from Fort Myers to San Francisco usually depart from Fort Myers SW Florida Intl (RSW) and arrive at San Francisco (SFO).

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

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 27% of one-stop connections
    • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 24% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 15% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 10% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 20% on flights from Fort Myers to San Francisco. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $393 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $487, a difference of $94.

    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 Fort Myers to San Francisco?

    Only United Airlines operates flights between Fort Myers and San Francisco.

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

    Flying via Lambert-St Louis (STL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 41m, compared with 7h 55m via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) and 8h 05m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

  • What is the time difference between Fort Myers and San Francisco?

    San Francisco is 3 hours behind Fort Myers (Pacific Time vs Eastern 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 Fort Myers to San Francisco flights?

    Among airlines operating Fort Myers to San Francisco flights:

    • United Airlines: 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 Fort Myers to San Francisco flights?

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

    • United Airlines: 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 Fort Myers 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 Friday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Friday flights average $393, about $94 less than Monday fares (19% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 18 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 36% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Fort Myers to San Francisco trip for February. Fares historically average $331 round-trip in that month - typically $187 less than the most expensive month, which is October (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport (PHX) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $348 round-trip on this route - about $135 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

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Find which airlines fly direct from Fort Myers SW Florida Intl Airport to San Francisco Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Fort Myers SW Florida Intl to San Francisco

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

United Airlines

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Thursday

United Airlines

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Friday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Saturday

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Sunday

United Airlines

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San Francisco to Fort Myers SW Florida Intl

Monday

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United Airlines

Tuesday

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Wednesday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Thursday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Friday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Saturday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Sunday

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