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Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from San Diego to San Francisco that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Diego to San Francisco

Tue, Jul 15 - Tue, Jul 15
United Airlines Logo
4:00 pm - 5:38 pmSAN-SFO
1h 38mnonstop
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7:10 pm - 8:50 pmSFO-SAN
1h 40mnonstop
$52United Airlines
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Thu, Jul 24 - Mon, Jul 28
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6:20 am - 7:58 amSAN-SFO
1h 38mnonstop
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7:10 pm - 8:50 pmSFO-SAN
1h 40mnonstop
$57United Airlines
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Mon, Aug 11 - Wed, Aug 13
Southwest Logo
2:10 pm - 3:45 pmSAN-SFO
1h 35mnonstop
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3:25 pm - 4:55 pmSFO-SAN
1h 30mnonstop
$67Southwest
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Wed, Aug 27 - Wed, Sep 3
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10:18 pm - 11:59 pmSAN-SFO
1h 41mnonstop
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6:00 am - 7:41 amSFO-SAN
1h 41mnonstop
$71Hawaiian Airlines
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Thu, Aug 7 - Mon, Aug 11
Southwest Logo
2:05 pm - 7:50 pmSAN-SFO
5h 45m1 stop
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8:55 pm - 10:25 pmSFO-SAN
1h 30mnonstop
$77Southwest
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Wed, Nov 12 - Wed, Nov 19
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:59 pm - 9:44 pmSAN-SFO
1h 45mnonstop
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7:00 am - 8:38 amSFO-SAN
1h 38mnonstop
$78Alaska Airlines
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Thu, Jul 3 - Thu, Jul 10
Frontier Logo
5:53 pm - 7:36 pmSAN-SFO
1h 43mnonstop
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10:37 am - 12:17 pmSFO-SAN
1h 40mnonstop
$79Frontier
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Fri, Jul 4 - Sun, Jul 6
Frontier Logo
5:53 pm - 7:36 pmSAN-SFO
1h 43mnonstop
Frontier Logo
10:37 am - 12:17 pmSFO-SAN
1h 40mnonstop
$80Frontier
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Wed, Jul 30 - Wed, Aug 6
Hawaiian Airlines Logo
10:11 pm - 11:50 pmSAN-SFO
1h 39mnonstop
Hawaiian Airlines Logo
7:20 am - 9:02 amSFO-SAN
1h 42mnonstop
$88Hawaiian Airlines
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Wed, Nov 12 - Tue, Nov 18
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:59 pm - 9:44 pmSAN-SFO
1h 45mnonstop
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9:51 am - 4:20 pmSFO-SAN
6h 29m1 stop
$106Alaska Airlines
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Expert advice for your flight from San Diego to San Francisco

 
Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarization of KAYAK-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are original to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Airlines
ANA

ANA's economy class offers well-padded seats with adjustable headrests for comfort.


ANA's premium economy provides 38 inches of legroom and lounge access at select airports.

Read more about ANAby Gabriel Leigh
Frontier

Frontier's Premium Bundle includes priority boarding and extra legroom for a small additional fee.


Avoid Basic Fare to ensure seat selection and carry-on inclusion.

Read more about Frontierby Stefanie Waldek
United Airlines

United's Economy Plus offers up to six inches more legroom than standard economy.


United offers free messaging on most flights, with Wi-Fi available for a fee.

Alaska Airlines

Alaska's Wine Flies Free program allows free wine case check-in from select airports.


Alaska offers a 20-minute baggage guarantee with compensation if delayed.

Southwest

Southwest offers two free checked bags up to 50 pounds each, ideal for travelers with luggage.


Download the Southwest app for streaming entertainment and messaging during flights.

Read more about Southwestby Blane Bachelor
Airports
SAN

Security lines at SAN are generally manageable, with peak wait times around 30–35 minutes. Arrive early to ensure a smooth departure.

Read more about SANby Brandon Schultz
SFO

For a budget-friendly arrival, take BART from SFO to popular San Francisco neighborhoods. It's a convenient and cost-effective option.

Read more about SFOby Blane Bachelor
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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.

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Blane Bachelor

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Expert on Southwest and SFO

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Blane Bachelor

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.

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Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Expert on SAN

Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz is an award-winning food and travel writer based in New York City. His work has appeared in Forbes, AAA, Thrillist, Travel + Leisure, and The Daily Meal, among many others, and he is the author of 6 books, including 3 cookbooks.

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KAYAK's insights & trends for San Diego to San Francisco flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from San Diego to San Francisco to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

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Planning a trip from San Diego to San Francisco? KAYAK’s data-powered insights will help you find cheap flights. Learn the best time to fly, how early to book your ticket, and other tips to secure great prices.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Diego to San Francisco?

The average price of all round-trip flights from San Diego to San Francisco clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to San Francisco on a Friday and more expensive on a Sunday. On your return trip to San Diego, you should consider flying back on a Tuesday, and avoid Fridays for better deals.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from San Diego to San Francisco, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from San Diego to San Francisco is January, where tickets cost $98 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are August and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $151 and $148 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Diego to San Francisco?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from San Diego to San Francisco, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from San Diego to San Francisco, you should book around 2 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 6 weeks before departure.

 AI-powered savings tips

KAYAK's tips to save more on a San Diego to San Francisco flight

When planning a flight from San Diego to San Francisco, there are several factors to consider for the most cost-effective journey. Generally, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly, while May is the cheapest month.

Day Selection: Opt for a Wednesday flight for the best rates.

Month Selection: Consider flying in May for the most affordable prices.

Booking Advance: Book your flight at least 120 days in advance to save money.

Airline Choice: Frontier Airlines generally offers the cheapest fares for this route.

Flight Type: Choosing a flight with one stop can be cheaper than a direct flight.

This feature is powered by ChatGPT: an OpenAI-developed artificial intelligence model trained with KAYAK proprietary data and third-party data not verified by KAYAK. 


Good to know

Low seasonFebruary
High seasonNovember
Cheapest flight$29
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 8% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 16% increase in price.
Flight from San Diego to San Francisco

When to book flights from San Diego to San Francisco

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Diego 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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FAQs for booking flights from San Diego to San Francisco

  • Is long-term parking possible at San Diego airport and where do I find it?

    The airport features a long-term parking lot, which can be found on Harbor Drive. Here you can leave your car during your time in San Francisco and have it waiting upon your return. The daily rate for a car spot is approximately $20 and the airport can be conveniently reached with the complimentary airport shuttle, which departs from the lot.

  • How can I reach downtown San Francisco from the San Francisco airport?

    The quickest and most convenient way from the airport to the center of San Francisco is by train. The yellow BART train service departs from the airport station and stops at various places in the city. The ride takes about half an hour and costs approximately $9. The SamTrans Bus Service is a cheaper alternative. Routes KX and 292 depart from the airport and stop in downtown San Francisco as well. Tickets are considerably cheaper, at just $2.50, and the travel time is also approximately half an hour. However, traffic can delay the ride considerably.

  • Is there a hotel close to San Francisco airport?

    Whether you have an early flight or late arrival, a nearby hotel can be a convenient option. The Grand Hyatt at SFO is only 3mi from the airport and offers a 24h reception desk service. Alternatively, the Days Inn by Wyndham is equally close to the airport and offers a complimentary airport shuttle.

  • How far is Fisherman’s Wharf from the San Francisco airport?

    The popular tourist district of Fisherman’s Wharf lies on the other side of San Francisco, almost 16mi north of the airport. With a car, you can be there in about half an hour. The yellow BART line goes as far as Montgomery, from where you can board a bus to the Wharf.

  • How can I best get to the Golden Gate Bridge from SFO?

    The Golden Gate Bridge sits approximately 17.3 miles from San Francisco International Airport (SFO), and there are various means connecting the two points. However, BART and line 28 bus provide the best way to reach this landmark with a travel time of about 1h. Still, taxis or rental cars offer quicker options, covering the distance in about half the time.

  • Are there any services for passengers with limited mobility at SFO upon their arrival?

    San Francisco International Airport (SFO) has dedicated agents to guide disabled passengers and persons with limited mobility. They’re situated at pre- and post-security, in the curbside and terminal check-in areas. Furthermore, you book an Airport Butler to help with customized airport concierge services from the terminal to the plane.

  • Where are the ATMs found at the San Francisco International Airport (SFO)?

    In case you land in SFO from SAN with a depleted wallet and are looking to recharge it, you won’t have a shortage of options at this facility. Bank of America operates ATMs at the Departures Level near Marketplace A, and Marketplace G.

  • Can I leave my excess baggage SFO?

    The Airport Travel Agency runs storage facilities at SFO for items such as surf equipment, dog kennels, bicycles and canoes, and golf equipment. The lockers are located in the International Terminal Main Hall.

  • What is the cheapest flight from San Diego to San Francisco?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from San Diego to San Francisco was $29 for a one-way ticket and $52 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between San Diego and San Francisco?

    Even though you are not required to have a passport, keep in mind that an official ID is needed to board the airplane.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from San Diego to San Francisco?

    When flying out of San Diego you will be using San Diego. You will be landing at San Francisco, also known as San Francisco.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from San Diego to San Francisco?

    Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, American Airlines, and JetBlue offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the San Diego to San Francisco flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from San Diego to San Francisco?

    The Embraer 175 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the San Diego to San Francisco flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from San Diego to San Francisco?

    oneworld, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between San Diego and San Francisco, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from San Diego to San Francisco?

    There are nonstop flights from San Diego to San Francisco on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from San Diego to San Francisco, Alaska Airlines or Southwest?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from San Diego to San Francisco are Alaska Airlines and Southwest. With an average price for the route of $187 and an overall rating of 8.0, Alaska Airlines is the most popular choice. Southwest is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $176 and an overall rating of 8.0.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from San Diego to San Francisco?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from San Diego to San Francisco.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from San Diego to San Francisco?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to San Francisco from San Diego is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from San Diego to San Francisco?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to San Francisco with an airline and back to San Diego with another airline. Booking your flights between San Diego and SFO can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from San Diego to San Francisco?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to San Francisco from San Diego up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from San Diego to San Francisco

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $71 or less one-way and $126 or less round-trip.
  • If you’ve booked a flight from San Diego to San Francisco with United Airlines, you can benefit from the airline’s lounge at San Diego Airport (SAN). Located in the mezzanine level of Terminal 2 after the security check, the lounge spoils passengers with beverages, snacks and a calm work environment. Pass holders and Business Class flyers gain access for free, but any other passenger of this airline can also enter by paying around $59 at the door.
  • How about a relaxing massage before boarding your flight from San Diego to San Francisco? The Be Relax Spa is situated in Terminal 2 of the San Diego airport and offers a wide array of massages and beauty treatments for the perfect start of your journey.
  • Who wouldn’t like a dog to see them off at the airport? San Diego airport is especially popular for its Ready Pet Go service. Various canines roam the airport building and welcome or see off passengers with wagging tails and happy demeanors. These specially trained dogs can be petted and are a delight for passengers young and old.
  • Explore San Francisco according to your own terms and rent a car for your time in the city. The San Francisco International Airport (SFO) has its own car rental center that can be conveniently reached with the AirTrain, which connects all terminals and the center. Here you will find various companies like Avis, Hertz, and National.
  • Should your stomach already rumble after your arrival in San Francisco, you can benefit from the selection of restaurants in the airport’s Food Court, situated in the main terminal hall. Here you’ll find American cuisine in eateries like Potrero Grill as well as international dishes in Koi Palace or 24th & Mission Taco House.
  • San Diego International Airport (SAN) features two terminals lying side-by-side. There’s ground transportation service from each terminal to take you to your plane. Terminal 1 handles most of the passenger traffic, even though Terminal 2 is larger, and boasts modern infrastructure. Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 are connected by pedestrian walkways.
  • Travelers with scheduled early morning flights from SAN to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) should consider spending a night in one of the hotels adjacent to this facility. Most of such establishments provide courtesy shuttles to and from the airport. Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Airport-Liberty Station and SpringHill Suites by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Bayfront are such hotels.
  • Those flying Delta Airlines from SAN to SFO will be glad to know that the carrier allows passengers to bring their pets such as cats, dogs and rabbits in the cabin. Usually, the pets must have the necessary health documentation and valid vaccination certificates. Besides, you must lock them in their cages during the trip. Nevertheless, check with the airline for any updates in their pet policy.
  • San Diego International Airport (SAN) caters to the needs of the smallest of passengers and their moms. The facility features suites dedicated to nursing and lactating mothers where they can pump and breastfeed in privacy. You can locate them post-security – two in Terminal 1, and one in Terminal 2. Other amenities in these rooms include comfortable seating, electrical outlets, and sinks.
  • In case you want to drop off your car at SAN before your trip to SFO, you’ll have various parking options at your disposal. For short-term on-site parking, locate the space in Terminal 1 Parking Lot, Terminal 2 Parking Lot and Terminal 2 Parking Plaza. Long-term parking is located at the Harbor Drive, accessible via a free shuttle.

Prefer to fly direct from San Diego to San Francisco?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from San Diego to San Francisco.
Find which airlines fly direct from San Diego Airport to San Francisco Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

San Diego to San Francisco

Monday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +19 more

ANA, Air Canada, +20 more

Tuesday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +20 more

ANA, Air Canada, +21 more

Wednesday

ANA, Air Canada, Air China, +19 more

ANA, Air Canada, +20 more

Thursday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +21 more

ANA, Air Canada, +22 more

Friday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +19 more

ANA, Air Canada, +20 more

Saturday

ANA, Air Canada, Air China, +21 more

ANA, Air Canada, +22 more

Sunday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +20 more

ANA, Air Canada, +21 more

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Direct returns

San Francisco to San Diego

Monday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +18 more

ANA, Air Canada, +19 more

Tuesday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +19 more

ANA, Air Canada, +20 more

Wednesday

ANA, Air Canada, Air China, +18 more

ANA, Air Canada, +19 more

Thursday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +20 more

ANA, Air Canada, +21 more

Friday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +18 more

ANA, Air Canada, +19 more

Saturday

ANA, Air Canada, Air China, +20 more

ANA, Air Canada, +21 more

Sunday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +19 more

ANA, Air Canada, +20 more

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Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from San Diego to San Francisco

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from San Diego to San Francisco. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from San Diego to San Francisco? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.0
Alaska AirlinesOverall score based on 10000 reviews
7.8Comfort
7.1Food
8.1Boarding
8.5Crew
7.1Entertainment
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Passengers were not informed timely of delays. The staff appeared like they didn't really care about the passengers.

6.0 GoodDarrilynn, Jun 2025SEA - SFO
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Passengers were not informed timely of delays. The staff appeared like they didn't really care about the passengers.

Flight was delayed for weather, then delayed for mechanical, then just cancelled. Once mechanical problems started I wish you had just started offering rebooking options (at the same airport). I felt my trip was not a priority for you. I called you, I asked for a better option (than changing airports), then I had to literally run around the airport making it happen. Do better.

always delayed. toilet is too stinky worse than smells in sf homeless distriction

It was too cold for the first quarter of the flight.

Check in, they should have told me that upon arrival i needed to exit the secure area and re-check in with Eva Air. I wasn't sure what to do upon arrival at S.F.

Get more efficient check in staff. My boarding pass was printed with different name. My son who was traveling with me had his boarding pass printed in duplicate and we were interrogated like it was our fault that I may have lost my own boarding pass when the staff knew very well she just handled and tore the piece she need. This was with PAL.

Laney was very helpful. I am computer illiterate. She helped me obtain a boarding pass and preferred seat. She was warm, friendly, helpful, and smiled. I was impressed.

Flight was delayed. Crew was not helpful in the plane.

Flight attendant took my carefully folded coat and flung it across the aisle to the bin across the way. Where one of the passengers rescued it for me, because that just wasn’t right!!

the flight was delayed twice and then delayed from taking off.

It was a perfect flight in all aspects! Both legs!

Boarding process, crew were good. But the seats were so uncomfortable that was all I could focus on. I literally had to sit forward so that all 3 of us could fit in row. I will try to avoid Southwest in the future for any flights over 60 minutes.

Great flight, 47 passengers on a 180 seat plane. Stewardess was pleasant and cheerful.

Great experience flying Southwest. The crew was really kind and helpful, and very friendly with our toddler.

Plane late from DC to Austin 30 minutes. Crew made up much of the time enroute to San Diego.

Fine, but how to board on SW versus othrr airlines, is just lame. Goood staff though and all was solid otherwise.

Was as expected. Crowed planes. Too many carryons delaying takeoff. But the ride only took an hour and saved me a lot of time SFO is a not a great airport.

Was as expected. Crowed planes. Too many carryons delaying takeoff. But the ride only took an hour and saved me a lot of time SFO is a hell hole of an airport. It is the new LaGuardia. Everything Cobbled together. Security gates closed. Terri directional signage

I will be flying again Southwest Airlines. Friendly crew, comfortable and affordable.

The plane arrived 25 minutes late, and the Wi-Fi was slower than it usually is.

Both flights were late 2+ hours with ZERO communication from the airlines or their staff. No offers for compensation. WiFi didn’t work for streaming and they said to only use browsing but that didn’t work either. Waste of $$. No drinks only boxed water or apple juice. No snack. One of the worst flight experiences I’ve ever had.

The ticket and bag check in was chaotic at SEATAC. No clear communication or signage for bag drop off.

Flight was canceled with no voucher of any kind and next available flight was two days later.

Boarding was chaotic. Microphone not working properly and second agent was distracted from task with baggage and late arrivals.

I DID NOT GO TO HAWAII ON HAWAIIAN AIRLINES. YOU DID NOT INFORM ME THAT BY CHOOSING BASIC ECONOMY, I MIGHT BE REQUIRED TO FLY STANDBY. I AM ELDERLY AS WAS MY COMPANION WHO IS ALSO SEVERELY DISABLED AND THERE WOULD BE NO WAY WE COULD TRAVEL ON STANDBY. THEY TOLD ME THAT ALL OF THE BASIC ECONOMY SEATS HAD BEEN SELECTED BY OTHER PASSENGERS AND WE HAD TO PAY AN ADDITIONAL $942 TO GET A SECURED SEAT ON THE PLAN AND, IN SPITE OF THE ADDITIONAL COST, WE WERE NOT ALLOW US TO AMEND OUR TRAVEL PLANS TO EXTEND OUR VACATION. ULTIMATELY, THE FLIGHT WAS DELAYED. WE WERE OFFERED A REFUND IF WE CANCELED OUR TRIP ALTOGETHER WHICH WE DID. IT IS YOUR DUTY TO INFORM YOUR CUSTOMERS OF THE POTENTIAL PROBLEMS THEY MAY FACE, AND YOU DID NOT DO SO. I WILL NOT UTILIZE YOUR SERVICES EVER AGAIN.

Half of my family members didn’t make it because they involuntary bumped off . And their seats where given away

Hawaiian and Alaska are at opposite ends of the Seattle airport. Apparently, during this time of transition through their merger, only people flying to Hawaii should go to the Hawaiian desk. So, I had to carry my luggage the entire length of the airport. Alaska's desks were sort of a temporary set up behind a wall, and even after all this, they (Alaska) had a great deal of difficulty confirming that I was on the flight, or that I had paid my checked bag fee. Now, they did try to compensate for all this confusion. There was an impressive number of agents, actively engaging and working with customers - not just standing behind the counter, but going out to them with pads in hand. It took some time, but I was squared away, and was apparently upgraded to a business class seat with lots of legroom (much appreciated). I was told this transition would last till August.

Really enjoyed their food treats, staff was friendly and they kept our seats together, check in was excellent, boarding passes uploaded to my wallet! I would definitely recommend Hawaiian airlines to friends and family! 🌺

I booked through Hawaiian which was supposed to have merged with Alaskan but offered free checked bags and said there would be seat selection at the airport. This was not honored by Alaskan Airlines and they even went out of their way to say “we are not Hawaiian and Hawaiian cannot pick seats on our airline ”. They told us that we could not change seats and that all tickets booked through Hawaiian were “saver fares”. The staff was rude and said that we would be helped last after they take care of the customers that booked through Alaskan. Once we got on the flight in our middle seats they played a message that said they have merged with Hawaiian and you can book on either website which would have been funny if we were not so uncomfortable. All in all it was a terrible experience and I do not recommend that anyone fly Alaskan unless they absolutely have to.

Great service, fast internet, got a lot of work done during the flight.

Boarding was mayhem. Late boarding by 15 minutes because of lack of staff (missing 1 flight attendant. We had to wait for an arrival of another plane before we could board). Flight was a little rough, but cannot blame on airlines.

Airbus plane, nice and polite staff, entertainment even as it was a short flight.

United out of SFO is having issues with catering so none of our meals were loaded on the plane and no offer of compensation for our tickets purchased was offered.

Its good expeince but in enternteiment please be like you tube the music i like or movie

A bit rush for transit. Food and entertainment are not available

The gate was too far away for the connecting flight

Generally good. The aisles have gotten narrower which can slow down boarding. Flight crew was great! Healthier complimentary snacks would be appreciated. Due to earthquake in San Francisco we had to circle in air space for a bit but then had a smooth landing. I laud the flight crew for their patience ;)

The agents was very rude and they charged me $50 for a carry-on bag saying that it was too big and then I saw someone going on a plane with the same size bag as me

For the most part united was a good experience, how ever when they came by with the snacks and water, they completely passed by my wife and I. As we were in separate rows. On a 5 hr flight we were not offered water

Fantastic crew. Flight was delayed at last minute but we were given updates every 20 minutes and the crew was so friendly and considerate. I miss the touch screens on the back of the seats, wish they would bring that back though.

Cancelled flight after I arrived at airport after 75 min drive and parking. Next flight was 4 days in the future. Had to scramble and buy a much more expensive flight on another carrier.

I liked the turn-style feature at gate 209B at LAX. Very efficient process. The gate staff also made several, clearly directed announcements so I felt very informed.

Plane was down graded and I lost my uncharged exit row with more leg room. No mention or offer of refund from podium. Flight attendant was nice to explain this happens often and that I could request a refund via online form submission. I did this and have heard nothing back.

Horrendous. I do not recommend Frontier. The passengers lack manners and decency, and the flight attendants lack professionalism. If I wasn’t in a bind to fly with 48 hours notice for a job interview, I would not have selected a flight with Frontier and I never plan to fly with them in the future.

The seats were hard molded plastic covered in plastic vinyl. And the scam to charge people extra to sit together. Don’t they know we can just ask someone to trade seats. And watching the staff separate young children from parents… super classy. We had to guilt them into offering up our seats. This companies policies suck. Don’t give them your money.

The seats were awful, hard plastic covered in sheet vinyl. The airline tries to scam you into paying extra to get seat together when the flight wasn’t full. They were going to separate a family with young children but my wife who had a row to herself gave up her seat so the young mom could be with her young boys. I’m never giving this airline my money again.

It was a short flight so no food or entertainment….

Frontier had yet another flight cancellation. Have never made a complete round trip with this airline without at least one leg getting cancelled. Miserable flights - dirty, uncomfortable planes that apparently always have issues since I've had multiple delays and cancellations with them.

Flight was delayed 3 times, would have been nice to have received text message instead of email notifications. Frontier app wasn’t even updated accordingly, no gate number disclosed. No agent at front desk of gate to inform of delay. Very confused and left if the dark

Everything went as planned. Crew was great. Seats were still not that comfortable.

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