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Cheapest round-trip
$234
Typical prices: $323-$519
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Sun 10/28Sat 11/3
LNK - SFO • 1 stop
When to travel
March
Cheapest • 28% price drop
May
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Denver Intl (DEN)
Cheapest • Avg $505 (round-trip)
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Shortest trip • 7h 46m (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

Wed, Oct 28 - Tue, Nov 3
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2:50 pm - 5:07 pmLNK  Lincoln-SFO San Francisco
28h 17m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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3:05 pm - 2:10 pmSFO  San Francisco-LNK Lincoln
21h 05m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$234Multiple Airlines
Wed, Oct 21 - Tue, Oct 27
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2:50 pm - 8:13 amLNK  Lincoln-SFO San Francisco
19h 23m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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7:14 pm - 2:10 pmSFO  San Francisco-LNK Lincoln
16h 56m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$254Multiple Airlines
Wed, Oct 28 - Tue, Nov 3
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2:50 pm - 4:02 pmLNK  Lincoln-SFO San Francisco
27h 12m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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3:05 pm - 2:10 pmSFO  San Francisco-LNK Lincoln
21h 05m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$266Multiple Airlines
Sat, Nov 7 - Tue, Nov 10
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2:50 pm - 8:19 amLNK  Lincoln-SFO San Francisco
19h 29m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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7:14 pm - 2:10 pmSFO  San Francisco-LNK Lincoln
16h 56m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$266Multiple Airlines
Wed, Oct 21 - Tue, Oct 27
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2:50 pm - 8:38 pmLNK  Lincoln-SFO San Francisco
31h 48m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Los Angeles
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3:05 pm - 2:10 pmSFO  San Francisco-LNK Lincoln
21h 05m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$272Multiple Airlines
Wed, Oct 21 - Fri, Oct 23
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2:50 pm - 8:13 amLNK  Lincoln-SFO San Francisco
19h 23m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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10:19 pm - 2:10 pmSFO  San Francisco-LNK Lincoln
13h 51m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$278Multiple Airlines
Wed, Oct 21 - Fri, Oct 23
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2:50 pm - 8:38 pmLNK  Lincoln-SFO San Francisco
31h 48m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Los Angeles
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10:19 pm - 2:10 pmSFO  San Francisco-LNK Lincoln
13h 51m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$296Multiple Airlines
Sat, Nov 7 - Tue, Nov 10
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2:50 pm - 10:11 amLNK  Lincoln-SFO San Francisco
21h 21m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Los Angeles
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9:14 am - 2:10 pmSFO  San Francisco-LNK Lincoln
26h 56m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$304Multiple Airlines
Sat, Nov 7 - Mon, Nov 9
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7:42 am - 2:42 pmLNK  Lincoln-SFO San Francisco
9h 00m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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5:00 am - 12:27 pmSFO  San Francisco-LNK Lincoln
5h 27m1 stop Denver Intl
$359United Airlines
Sat, Oct 10 - Wed, Oct 14
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1:04 pm - 5:23 pmLNK  Lincoln-SFO San Francisco
6h 19m1 stop Denver Intl
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1:50 pm - 11:19 pmSFO  San Francisco-LNK Lincoln
7h 29m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$429United 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 16% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 39% 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 December ($676) 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

August

Cheapest flight

$234
Beat the crowds with an average 70% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 170% 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 7h 46m 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 $323 to $519, with an average of $373 over the past 12 months. Anything below $323 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 $234 to $1,202. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • 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

  • 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?

    Connecting flights from Lincoln to San Francisco most commonly pass through:

    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 90% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 10% 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 40% on flights from Lincoln to San Francisco. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $314 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $519, a difference of $205.

    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 46m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

  • 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 $314, about $205 less than Sunday fares (39% 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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