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Cheapest round-trip
$322
Typical prices: $336-$546
Frontier
Mon 10/22Thu 10/25
MCO - SFO • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$332
Typical prices: $349-$573
United Airlines
Mon 11/12Fri 11/16
MCO - SFO • Non-stop
Advice from real travelers
United Economy Plus adds up to 6 inches more legroom than standard economy.
Alaska Premium Class adds legroom and priority boarding; bags arrive fast.
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Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with United Airlines and Alaska Airlines. Average duration is 6h 06m
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 87% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 10 weeks in advance save around 53% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 28% price drop
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $258 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 7h 34m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Orlando to San Francisco (MCO-SFO)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Orlando to San Francisco

Thu, Oct 22 - Sun, Oct 25
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5:46 pm - 12:15 amMCO  Orlando-SFO San Francisco
9h 29m1 stop Denver Intl
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10:14 pm - 10:11 amSFO  San Francisco-MCO Orlando
8h 57m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$322Frontier
Wed, Jan 6 - Wed, Jan 20
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7:20 pm - 12:35 amMCO  Orlando-SFO San Francisco
8h 15m1 stop Denver Intl
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3:30 pm - 7:19 amSFO  San Francisco-MCO Orlando
12h 49m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$323Frontier
Tue, Jan 5 - Wed, Jan 6
Southwest Logo
7:10 am - 12:20 pmMCO  Orlando-SFO San Francisco
8h 10m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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1:25 pm - 11:25 pmSFO  San Francisco-MCO Orlando
7h 00m1 stop Denver Intl
$324Southwest
Sun, Nov 1 - Mon, Nov 9
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5:55 am - 11:17 amMCO  Orlando-SFO San Francisco
8h 22m1 stop Denver Intl
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2:44 pm - 5:16 amSFO  San Francisco-MCO Orlando
11h 32m1 stop San Diego
$324Multiple Airlines
Wed, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 9
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7:58 pm - 11:04 pmMCO  Orlando-SFO San Francisco
6h 06mnonstop
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6:30 pm - 5:09 amSFO  San Francisco-MCO Orlando
7h 39m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$325Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 9
United Airlines Logo
6:15 pm - 9:19 pmMCO  Orlando-SFO San Francisco
6h 04mnonstop
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7:00 am - 6:12 pmSFO  San Francisco-MCO Orlando
8h 12m1 stop Los Angeles
$327United Airlines
Fri, Dec 4 - Sun, Dec 6
United Airlines Logo
7:15 pm - 12:11 amMCO  Orlando-SFO San Francisco
7h 56m1 stop Los Angeles
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7:00 am - 3:16 pmSFO  San Francisco-MCO Orlando
5h 16mnonstop
$327United Airlines
Thu, Dec 10 - Mon, Dec 14
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 3:47 pmMCO  Orlando-SFO San Francisco
11h 47m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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8:20 am - 4:35 pmSFO  San Francisco-MCO Orlando
5h 15mnonstop
$327Alaska Airlines
Thu, Dec 10 - Sun, Dec 13
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7:58 pm - 11:04 pmMCO  Orlando-SFO San Francisco
6h 06mnonstop
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7:40 am - 6:20 amSFO  San Francisco-MCO Orlando
19h 40m1 stop Portland
$327Alaska Airlines
Mon, Dec 21 - Tue, Jan 5
Southwest Logo
5:40 pm - 11:55 pmMCO  Orlando-SFO San Francisco
9h 15m2 stops Tulsa Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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11:35 am - 10:20 pmSFO  San Francisco-MCO Orlando
7h 45m1 stop Nashville Intl
$330Southwest
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Price, demand and travel trends for Orlando Airport to San Francisco flights

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

Round-trip flights from Orlando Airport to San Francisco typically range from $336 to $546. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $322, on Frontier.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Orlando Airport to San Francisco. It’s 12% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 29% higher.

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

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Orlando Airport to San Francisco at $305 round-trip.
•June ($497) and July ($476) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 62% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Orlando Airport to San Francisco the cheapest?

Flights from Orlando Airport to San Francisco are cheapest 10 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 53% 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 Orlando to San Francisco

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on United Airlines and MCO

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on Alaska Airlines

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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 Orlando Airport to San Francisco flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

$174
Beat the crowds with an average 35% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 49% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Orlando Airport to San Francisco

When to book flights from Orlando to San Francisco

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Orlando 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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Flights from Orlando to San Francisco: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travelers who flew the route from Orlando to San Francisco 
AiswaryaFlew with United Airlines-Sep 2026
Carry your own food. The flights are already long. On top of it when it gets delayed, you will end up extremely hungry with no food.
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska Airlines-Nov 2024
Use their app, it’s great & they notify boarding, etc

Your Orlando Airport 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 Orlando Airport to San Francisco?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Orlando Airport to San Francisco:

    • Earliest: departs at 7:40 am and lands at 1:46 pm
    • Latest: departs at 8:24 pm and lands at 2:30 am.

    The flight takes about 6h 06m.

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

    Four cabin classes are available on flights from Orlando Airport to San Francisco:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

    Prices vary by airline.

  • How long is a flight from Orlando Airport to San Francisco?

    A nonstop flight from Orlando Airport to San Francisco takes 6h 06m, covering 2,440 miles.

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

    Round-trip flights from Orlando Airport to San Francisco range from $336 to $546, with an average of $422 over the past 12 months. Anything below $336 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 63% above the $422 route average. Book 10 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $258 round-trip via Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA), compared to $440 for nonstop.

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

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

  • How are flight departures from Orlando Airport to San Francisco spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Orlando Airport to San Francisco flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 50%, afternoon flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Orlando Airport 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 $322 to $2,063. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Orlando Airport to San Francisco flights?

    Alaska Airlines is the only airline on the Orlando Airport to San Francisco route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

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

    One-way fares from Orlando Airport to San Francisco are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $178, which is 31% 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 starting from around $15 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Thrifty
    • Europcar
    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Fox

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

    Flights from Orlando Airport to San Francisco usually depart from Orlando (MCO) and arrive at San Francisco (SFO).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Orlando Airport to San Francisco?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while afternoon departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Orlando Airport to San Francisco?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Orlando Airport to San Francisco route, 14% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 47m.

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

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

    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 26% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 19% of one-stop connections
    • Los Angeles (LAX) - 13% of one-stop connections
    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 9% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 32% on flights from Orlando Airport to San Francisco. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $375 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $546, a difference of $171.

    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 Orlando Airport to San Francisco?

    2 airlines operate flights between Orlando Airport and San Francisco. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • United Airlines
    • Alaska Airlines

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

    Flying via Austin Bergstrom (AUS) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 34m, compared with 7h 55m via Los Angeles (LAX) and 8h 07m via Lambert-St Louis (STL).

  • What is the time difference between Orlando Airport and San Francisco?

    San Francisco is 3 hours behind Orlando Airport (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 Orlando Airport to San Francisco flights?

    Among airlines operating Orlando Airport to San Francisco flights:

    • United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Alaska Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • American Airlines: 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 Orlando Airport 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
    • Alaska Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • American Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Business Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

  • Where can I expect a layover on my flight from Orlando (MCO) to San Francisco (SFO)?

    If you're not flying nonstop, you'll make one or two stops along the way. Your layover could be in a variety of cities, however, more than likely, you'll make a plane transfer in New York (JFK), Denver (DEN), Las Vegas, Salt Lake City, or Los Angeles (LAX).

  • How can I get from the San Francisco Airport to downtown San Francisco?

    The San Francisco Airport is just a couple of miles from downtown. Riding the Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) or subway is one of the easiest ways to get into the city. There is also a bus that travels from the airport to downtown and other areas of San Francisco. You can catch the bus right outside of the international terminal. If you prefer more private transportation, there are taxi zones outside of the arrival hall.

  • Where can I park long-term at the Orlando Airport (MCO)?

    You can park in the terminal garage where you'll be close to the airport. However, if you want to save some money, you can park off-site in one of the off-site parking lots. In this case, you'll park your car and take a shuttle to the airport. If you're getting dropped off at the airport, you can get out curbside at Terminal A or B.

  • What restaurants are in the Orlando Airport?

    There are several places to eat inside the Orlando Airport. This includes snack shops like Auntie Anne's, Cinnabon's, Starbucks, and restaurants such as Burger King, Chick-fil-A, Chipotle, Macaroni Grill, Outback Steakhouse, and McDonald's. Most are in the food court which is in the center of the airport.

  • Can I get help with my luggage at the San Francisco Airport?

    For a fee, you can rent a luggage trolley to make it easy to transport your luggage around the airport. You can also get help from a baggage handler by requesting help.

Your guide to booking Orlando Airport 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 Thursday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Thursday flights average $375, about $171 less than Monday fares (31% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 10 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 53% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Orlando Airport to San Francisco trip for February. Fares historically average $305 round-trip in that month - typically $192 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with United Airlines. Over the past three months, 87% of United Airlines flights from Orlando Airport to San Francisco arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 86%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 2h 47m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Seattle/Tacoma Intl Airport (SEA) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $258 round-trip on this route - about $183 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
  • For convenience, you can check in for your flight right at the parking garage of the Orlando Airport (MCO). You can give the attendant your luggage and get your boarding pass before entering the main building.
  • Relax and relieve tension with a massage at the Orlando Airport Spa before boarding. While you're waiting on your flight to leave, you can also get a manicure, a facial, or a pedicure. There are numerous spa locations in Airsides 1, 3, and 4.
  • If you have an early morning flight back from San Francisco to Orlando, make it easy by booking a room at the airport's Grand Hyatt SFO. You can get to and from the hotel via the AirTran.
  • While you're waiting to go back to Orlando from San Francisco, you can explore a little history, science, and culture at the San Francisco International Airport (SFO). The airport has several exhibits in Terminals 2 and 3.
  • Catch the shuttle at the Orlando International Airport (MCO) to get from one terminal to another. Four monorails connect to the main terminal. There are also escalators and elevators to make it easier to get from one level of the airport to another.

Prefer to fly direct from Orlando to San Francisco?

 
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Direct departures

Orlando to San Francisco

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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Direct returns

San Francisco to Orlando

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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