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Cheapest round-trip
$312
Typical prices: $348-$519
Multiple Airlines
Tue 1/2Fri 1/5
LNK - SFO • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$404
Typical prices: $323-$463
United Airlines
Mon 12/17
LNK - SFO • 1 stop
When to travel
March
Cheapest • 39% price drop
May
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS)
Cheapest • Avg $322 (round-trip)
Denver Intl (DEN)
Shortest trip • 5h 45m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Lincoln to San Francisco (LNK-SFO)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Lincoln to San Francisco

Sat, Jan 2 - Tue, Jan 5
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2:50 pm - 7:39 amLNK  Lincoln-SFO San Francisco
18h 49m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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6:23 pm - 2:10 pmSFO  San Francisco-LNK Lincoln
17h 47m2 stops San Diego Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$312Multiple Airlines
Fri, Jan 15 - Mon, Jan 18
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3:22 pm - 8:01 pmLNK  Lincoln-SFO San Francisco
6h 39m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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8:17 am - 4:56 pmSFO  San Francisco-LNK Lincoln
6h 39m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$379American Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Sat, Dec 12
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6:00 am - 9:30 amLNK  Lincoln-SFO San Francisco
5h 30m1 stop Denver Intl
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11:40 pm - 10:30 amSFO  San Francisco-LNK Lincoln
8h 50m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$379United Airlines
Mon, Dec 21 - Wed, Dec 30
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6:00 am - 11:29 amLNK  Lincoln-SFO San Francisco
7h 29m1 stop Denver Intl
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5:00 am - 2:28 pmSFO  San Francisco-LNK Lincoln
7h 28m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$379United Airlines
Wed, Feb 17 - Sat, Feb 20
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6:00 am - 11:36 amLNK  Lincoln-SFO San Francisco
7h 36m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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2:30 pm - 10:58 pmSFO  San Francisco-LNK Lincoln
6h 28m1 stop Denver Intl
$379United Airlines
Mon, Dec 7 - Mon, Dec 14
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2:58 pm - 9:06 pmLNK  Lincoln-SFO San Francisco
8h 08m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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5:35 am - 2:23 pmSFO  San Francisco-LNK Lincoln
6h 48m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$379American Airlines
Sat, Jan 2 - Tue, Jan 5
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2:50 pm - 7:39 amLNK  Lincoln-SFO San Francisco
18h 49m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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9:13 pm - 2:10 pmSFO  San Francisco-LNK Lincoln
14h 57m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$434Multiple Airlines
Wed, Dec 23 - Mon, Dec 28
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2:58 pm - 10:54 pmLNK  Lincoln-SFO San Francisco
9h 56m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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8:21 am - 5:24 pmSFO  San Francisco-LNK Lincoln
7h 03m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$471American Airlines
Wed, Mar 10 - Tue, Mar 23
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2:50 pm - 11:59 amLNK  Lincoln-SFO San Francisco
23h 09m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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6:30 pm - 2:15 pmSFO  San Francisco-LNK Lincoln
17h 45m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$477Multiple Airlines
Wed, Mar 10 - Fri, Mar 19
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2:50 pm - 5:01 pmLNK  Lincoln-SFO San Francisco
28h 11m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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3:30 pm - 2:10 pmSFO  San Francisco-LNK Lincoln
20h 40m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$499Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Lincoln to San Francisco flights

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Lincoln to San Francisco. It’s 23% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 18% higher.

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

•March is the cheapest month to fly from Lincoln to San Francisco at $268 round-trip.
•July ($703) and January ($519) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 162% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Lincoln to San Francisco flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$312
Beat the crowds with an average 53% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 95% increase in travelers.
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When to book flights from Lincoln to San Francisco

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

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

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

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Lincoln to San Francisco.

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

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from Lincoln to San Francisco. Flights with 1 layover take between 5h 45m and 16h 36m in total, depending on the connection.

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

    Round-trip flights from Lincoln to San Francisco range from $348 to $519, with an average of $438 over the past 12 months. Anything below $348 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Lincoln 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 $312 to $2,025. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Lincoln to San Francisco are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $508, which is 52% above 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 Lincoln to San Francisco?

    Flights from Lincoln to San Francisco usually depart from Lincoln (LNK) and arrive at San Francisco (SFO).

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

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

    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 65% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 32% of one-stop connections
    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 3% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 35% on flights from Lincoln to San Francisco. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $338 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $519, a difference of $181.

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

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

    Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 45m, compared with 7h 08m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and 16h 36m via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS).

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

    San Francisco is 2 hours behind Lincoln (Pacific Time vs Central 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.

Your guide to booking Lincoln 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 Saturday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average $338, about $181 less than Sunday fares (35% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Lincoln to San Francisco trip for March. Fares historically average $268 round-trip in that month - typically $435 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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