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Cheapest round-trip
$373
Typical prices: $386-$587
Delta
Wed 9/19Sat 9/22
ROA - SFO • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$215
Typical prices: $382-$455
Multiple Airlines
Tue 9/18
ROA - SFO • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Roanoke and San Francisco. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
19 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 19 weeks in advance save around 42% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
October
Cheapest • 17% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD)
Cheapest • Avg $473 (round-trip)
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Shortest trip • 7h 43m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Roanoke to San Francisco (ROA-SFO)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Roanoke to San Francisco

Sat, Sep 19 - Tue, Sep 22
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4:46 pm - 11:57 pmROA  Roanoke-SFO San Francisco
10h 11m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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11:30 pm - 10:31 amSFO  San Francisco-ROA Roanoke
8h 01m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$373Delta
Wed, Feb 3 - Tue, Feb 9
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5:10 pm - 10:14 pmROA  Roanoke-SFO San Francisco
8h 04m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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9:00 am - 9:15 pmSFO  San Francisco-ROA Roanoke
9h 15m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$373American Airlines
Tue, Sep 22 - Sat, Sep 26
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3:00 pm - 8:47 pmROA  Roanoke-SFO San Francisco
8h 47m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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12:45 pm - 11:44 pmSFO  San Francisco-ROA Roanoke
7h 59m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$373United Airlines
Sat, Oct 10 - Tue, Oct 13
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3:06 pm - 10:59 pmROA  Roanoke-SFO San Francisco
10h 53m1 stop Philadelphia
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7:50 am - 8:10 pmSFO  San Francisco-ROA Roanoke
9h 20m1 stop Philadelphia
$373American Airlines
Sat, Oct 10 - Sat, Oct 17
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6:10 pm - 11:24 pmROA  Roanoke-SFO San Francisco
8h 14m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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5:00 am - 5:45 pmSFO  San Francisco-ROA Roanoke
9h 45m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$373American Airlines
Sun, Sep 6 - Fri, Sep 25
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6:15 am - 11:12 amROA  Roanoke-SFO San Francisco
7h 57m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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10:35 pm - 9:57 amSFO  San Francisco-ROA Roanoke
8h 22m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$376United Airlines
Tue, Sep 15 - Tue, Sep 22
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6:40 pm - 11:57 pmROA  Roanoke-SFO San Francisco
8h 17m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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9:55 pm - 10:31 amSFO  San Francisco-ROA Roanoke
9h 36m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$376Delta
Sat, Sep 19 - Mon, Sep 28
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4:46 pm - 11:57 pmROA  Roanoke-SFO San Francisco
10h 11m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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9:55 pm - 10:31 amSFO  San Francisco-ROA Roanoke
9h 36m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$376Delta
Fri, Sep 11 - Wed, Sep 16
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4:46 pm - 9:51 pmROA  Roanoke-SFO San Francisco
8h 05m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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2:00 pm - 11:59 pmSFO  San Francisco-ROA Roanoke
6h 59m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$376Delta
Tue, Sep 8 - Sat, Sep 19
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5:51 pm - 12:30 amROA  Roanoke-SFO San Francisco
9h 39m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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11:14 pm - 9:47 amSFO  San Francisco-ROA Roanoke
7h 33m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$466United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Roanoke to San Francisco flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Roanoke to San Francisco start at $373. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $386 to $587. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $373 on Delta.

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

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Roanoke to San Francisco, it is 9% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 41% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

  • October is the cheapest month to fly from Roanoke to San Francisco at $383 round-trip.
  • December ($609) and May ($572) 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 prices from Roanoke to San Francisco the cheapest?

Flights from Roanoke to San Francisco are cheapest 19 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 42% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Roanoke to San Francisco flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

$215
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 5% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 6% increase in price.
Flight from Roanoke to San Francisco

When to book flights from Roanoke to San Francisco

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

    Flights from Roanoke to San Francisco usually depart from Roanoke (ROA) and arrive at San Francisco (SFO).

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

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

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

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

    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 42% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 22% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) - 17% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 14% of one-stop connections

    Charlotte Douglas (CLT) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    On the Roanoke to San Francisco route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 36%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $422 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $650: a $228 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • 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 long is a flight from Roanoke to San Francisco?

    A nonstop flight from Roanoke to San Francisco takes 0h 00m, covering 2,303 miles.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Roanoke to San Francisco?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 12:00 am and lands at 12:00 am
    • Latest: departs at 12:00 am and lands at 12:00 am.

    The flight takes about 0h 00m.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 22% above the route average of $460. Book 19 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Roanoke 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 Roanoke 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 $373 to $2,488. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Roanoke to San Francisco are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $339, which is 21% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 43m, compared with 8h 03m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and 8h 05m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

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

    San Francisco is 3 hours behind Roanoke (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 Roanoke to San Francisco flight?

    Round-trip flights from Roanoke to San Francisco range from $386 to $587, with an average of $460 over the past 12 months. Anything below $386 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Roanoke 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 Saturday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average $422 - about $228 less than Monday (35% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 19 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 42% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Roanoke to San Francisco trip for October. Fares historically average $383 round-trip in that month - typically $226 less than the most expensive month, which is December (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

Everything you need to know for your flight from Roanoke to San Francisco

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Roanoke (ROA)
San Francisco (SFO)