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Cheapest round-trip
$297
Typical prices: $365-$530
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Fri 2/23Sat 3/3
ORF - SFO • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$145
Typical prices: $214-$395
Multiple Airlines
Thu 12/6
ORF - SFO • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
There are currently no direct flights between Norfolk and San Francisco. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 7 weeks in advance save around 49% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 27% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $401 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 7h 40m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Norfolk to San Francisco (ORF-SFO)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Norfolk to San Francisco

Tue, Feb 23 - Wed, Mar 3
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9:38 am - 7:45 pmORF  Norfolk-SFO San Francisco
13h 07m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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8:40 pm - 8:26 pmSFO  San Francisco-ORF Norfolk
20h 46m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$297Multiple Airlines
Fri, Dec 4 - Tue, Dec 8
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7:24 pm - 12:00 pmORF  Norfolk-SFO San Francisco
19h 36m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Denver Intl
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6:39 pm - 6:31 pmSFO  San Francisco-ORF Norfolk
20h 52m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$316Frontier
Mon, Dec 7 - Wed, Jan 6
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9:28 am - 1:27 pmORF  Norfolk-SFO San Francisco
30h 59m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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6:23 pm - 8:26 pmSFO  San Francisco-ORF Norfolk
23h 03m2 stops San Diego Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$333Multiple Airlines
Thu, Dec 10 - Fri, Dec 11
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6:00 am - 11:36 amORF  Norfolk-SFO San Francisco
8h 36m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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11:10 pm - 10:13 amSFO  San Francisco-ORF Norfolk
8h 03m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$369United Airlines
Wed, Nov 25 - Tue, Dec 1
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6:15 am - 12:32 pmORF  Norfolk-SFO San Francisco
9h 17m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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11:40 pm - 10:18 amSFO  San Francisco-ORF Norfolk
7h 38m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$369United Airlines
Thu, Dec 10 - Fri, Dec 11
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7:38 am - 2:14 pmORF  Norfolk-SFO San Francisco
9h 36m1 stop Philadelphia
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11:52 pm - 11:34 amSFO  San Francisco-ORF Norfolk
8h 42m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$369American Airlines
Mon, Feb 22 - Thu, Feb 25
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4:05 pm - 9:59 pmORF  Norfolk-SFO San Francisco
8h 54m1 stop Philadelphia
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7:36 am - 7:09 pmSFO  San Francisco-ORF Norfolk
8h 33m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
$369American Airlines
Thu, Dec 10 - Fri, Dec 11
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8:29 am - 2:50 pmORF  Norfolk-SFO San Francisco
9h 21m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
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10:40 pm - 11:50 amSFO  San Francisco-ORF Norfolk
10h 10m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$369Delta
Wed, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 9
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4:56 pm - 11:20 pmORF  Norfolk-SFO San Francisco
9h 24m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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6:00 am - 6:11 pmSFO  San Francisco-ORF Norfolk
9h 11m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$369Delta
Fri, Dec 4 - Sun, Dec 6
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7:24 pm - 7:31 pmORF  Norfolk-SFO San Francisco
27h 07m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Denver Intl
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10:11 am - 6:31 pmSFO  San Francisco-ORF Norfolk
29h 20m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$382Frontier
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Price, demand and travel trends for Norfolk 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 Norfolk to San Francisco?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Norfolk to San Francisco. It’s 10% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 16% higher.

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

•April is the cheapest month to fly from Norfolk to San Francisco at $308 round-trip.
•July ($490) and June ($488) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 59% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Norfolk to San Francisco the cheapest?

Flights from Norfolk to San Francisco are cheapest 7 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 49% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Norfolk to San Francisco flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

$145
Beat the crowds with an average 28% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 38% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Norfolk to San Francisco

When to book flights from Norfolk to San Francisco

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • First Class

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

    A nonstop flight from Norfolk to San Francisco takes 00m, covering 2,512 miles.

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

    Round-trip flights from Norfolk to San Francisco range from $365 to $530, with an average of $424 over the past 12 months. Anything below $365 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 69% above the $424 route average. Book 7 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Norfolk 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 $297 to $2,344. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Norfolk to San Francisco are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $186, which is 32% 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 Norfolk to San Francisco?

    Flights from Norfolk to San Francisco usually depart from Norfolk (ORF) and arrive at San Francisco (SFO).

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

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 42% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 17% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) - 12% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 8% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 23% on flights from Norfolk to San Francisco. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $383 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $496, a difference of $113.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

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

    Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 40m, compared with 7h 56m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and 8h via Denver Intl (DEN).

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

    San Francisco is 3 hours behind Norfolk (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.

Your guide to booking Norfolk 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 Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $383, about $113 less than Monday fares (23% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 7 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 49% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Norfolk to San Francisco trip for April. Fares historically average $308 round-trip in that month - typically $182 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

More options for your flight from Norfolk to San Francisco

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