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Cheapest round-trip
$399
Typical prices: $380-$585
American Airlines
Tue 12/25Mon 1/1
MDT - SFO • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$212
Typical prices: $334-$455
Multiple Airlines
Thu 12/13
MDT - SFO • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Harrisburg and San Francisco. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
26 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 26 weeks in advance save around 30% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
September
Cheapest • 20% price drop
September
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Cheapest • Avg $461 (round-trip)
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW)
Shortest trip • 7h 41m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Harrisburg to San Francisco (MDT-SFO)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Harrisburg to San Francisco

Thu, Nov 19 - Sun, Nov 22
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 12:25 pmMDT  Harrisburg-SFO San Francisco
10h 25m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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11:07 pm - 9:14 amSFO  San Francisco-MDT Harrisburg
7h 07m1 stop Philadelphia
$399American Airlines
Fri, Dec 25 - Fri, Jan 1
American Airlines Logo
5:39 pm - 11:08 pmMDT  Harrisburg-SFO San Francisco
8h 29m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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9:51 am - 10:49 pmSFO  San Francisco-MDT Harrisburg
9h 58m1 stop Philadelphia
$399American Airlines
Wed, Oct 7 - Sun, Oct 11
United Airlines Logo
2:08 pm - 6:54 pmMDT  Harrisburg-SFO San Francisco
7h 46m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 4:52 pmSFO  San Francisco-MDT Harrisburg
8h 52m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$399United Airlines
Tue, Oct 13 - Tue, Oct 20
United Airlines Logo
5:54 pm - 12:30 amMDT  Harrisburg-SFO San Francisco
9h 36m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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11:30 pm - 9:51 amSFO  San Francisco-MDT Harrisburg
7h 21m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$399United Airlines
Sat, Oct 10 - Mon, Oct 19
Delta Logo
5:58 pm - 10:59 pmMDT  Harrisburg-SFO San Francisco
8h 01m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
11:30 pm - 10:59 amSFO  San Francisco-MDT Harrisburg
8h 29m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$399Delta
Sat, Oct 10 - Sat, Oct 17
Delta Logo
5:58 pm - 11:56 pmMDT  Harrisburg-SFO San Francisco
8h 58m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 5:08 pmSFO  San Francisco-MDT Harrisburg
8h 08m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$399Delta
Thu, Nov 19 - Sun, Nov 22
American Airlines Logo
5:46 pm - 11:10 pmMDT  Harrisburg-SFO San Francisco
8h 24m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
11:07 pm - 9:14 amSFO  San Francisco-MDT Harrisburg
7h 07m1 stop Philadelphia
$399American Airlines
Tue, Oct 13 - Sat, Oct 17
Delta Logo
6:06 pm - 11:56 pmMDT  Harrisburg-SFO San Francisco
8h 50m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 5:38 pmSFO  San Francisco-MDT Harrisburg
8h 38m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$399Delta
Wed, Mar 17 - Wed, Mar 24
Alaska Airlines Logo
3:21 pm - 11:59 pmMDT  Harrisburg-SFO San Francisco
11h 38m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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7:00 am - 10:19 pmSFO  San Francisco-MDT Harrisburg
12h 19m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$827Alaska Airlines
Tue, Oct 13 - Sat, Oct 17
Alaska Airlines Logo
12:10 pm - 7:31 pmMDT  Harrisburg-SFO San Francisco
10h 21m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl San Diego
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:11 pm - 11:19 amSFO  San Francisco-MDT Harrisburg
13h 08m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$827Alaska Airlines
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Harrisburg to San Francisco flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Harrisburg to San Francisco start at $399. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $380 to $585. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $399 on American Airlines.

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

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Harrisburg to San Francisco, it is 7% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 59% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

•September is the cheapest month to fly from Harrisburg to San Francisco at $378 round-trip.
•July ($630) and June ($540) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 66% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Harrisburg to San Francisco the cheapest?

Flights from Harrisburg to San Francisco are cheapest 26 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 30% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Harrisburg to San Francisco flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$212
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 3% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 20% lower on average.
Flight from Harrisburg to San Francisco

When to book flights from Harrisburg to San Francisco

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Harrisburg 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 Harrisburg to San Francisco flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

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

    Flights from Harrisburg to San Francisco usually depart from Harrisburg (MDT) and arrive at San Francisco (SFO).

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

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

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 44% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) - 17% of one-stop connections
    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 14% of one-stop connections
    • Philadelphia (PHL) - 12% of one-stop connections

    Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 42% on the Harrisburg to San Francisco route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $443 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $756, a difference of $313. 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 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.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 12% above the route average of $475. Book 26 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    A nonstop flight from Harrisburg to San Francisco takes 0h 00m, covering 2,430 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Harrisburg 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.

  • Have flight prices from Harrisburg 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 $399 to $2,910. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Harrisburg to San Francisco are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $368, which is 6% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 41m, compared with 8h 01m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and 8h 17m via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD).

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

    San Francisco is 3 hours behind Harrisburg (Pacific Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

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

    San Francisco Airport (SFO) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $15 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Thrifty
    • Europcar
    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Fox

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

    Round-trip flights from Harrisburg to San Francisco range from $380 to $585, with an average of $475 over the past 12 months. Anything below $380 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Harrisburg to San Francisco flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $443 - about $313 less than Sunday (41% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 26 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 30% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Harrisburg to San Francisco trip for September. Fares historically average $378 round-trip in that month - typically $252 less than the most expensive month, which is July (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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