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Cheapest round-trip
$429
Typical prices: $498-$867
Delta
Fri 12/7Thu 12/13
SFO - MBS • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$289
Typical prices: $438-$487
Delta
Sun 12/16
SFO - MBS • 2 stops
When to travel
Cheapest • 32% price drop
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $653 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 7h 43m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Bay City (SFO-MBS)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Francisco to Bay City

Mon, Dec 7 - Sun, Dec 13
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10:40 pm - 11:04 amSFO  San Francisco-MBS Bay City MBS Intl
9h 24m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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11:44 am - 6:14 pmMBS  Bay City MBS Intl-SFO San Francisco
9h 30m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$429Delta
Tue, Dec 8 - Mon, Dec 14
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12:17 pm - 10:16 pmSFO  San Francisco-MBS Bay City MBS Intl
6h 59m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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6:12 pm - 11:20 pmMBS  Bay City MBS Intl-SFO San Francisco
8h 08m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$429Delta
Mon, Dec 7 - Mon, Dec 14
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6:35 am - 4:29 pmSFO  San Francisco-MBS Bay City MBS Intl
6h 54m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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5:00 am - 11:36 amMBS  Bay City MBS Intl-SFO San Francisco
9h 36m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$429United Airlines
Tue, Dec 8 - Sun, Dec 13
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10:40 pm - 11:04 amSFO  San Francisco-MBS Bay City MBS Intl
9h 24m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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6:35 am - 10:58 amMBS  Bay City MBS Intl-SFO San Francisco
7h 23m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$429Delta
Wed, Dec 2 - Tue, Dec 8
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10:40 pm - 11:04 amSFO  San Francisco-MBS Bay City MBS Intl
9h 24m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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6:35 am - 10:58 amMBS  Bay City MBS Intl-SFO San Francisco
7h 23m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$429Delta
Wed, Dec 30 - Wed, Jan 6
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6:00 am - 5:04 pmSFO  San Francisco-MBS Bay City MBS Intl
8h 04m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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6:12 pm - 11:07 pmMBS  Bay City MBS Intl-SFO San Francisco
7h 55m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$429Delta
Wed, Dec 2 - Tue, Dec 8
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6:00 am - 5:32 pmSFO  San Francisco-MBS Bay City MBS Intl
8h 32m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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11:44 am - 11:43 pmMBS  Bay City MBS Intl-SFO San Francisco
14h 59m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$431Delta
Wed, Dec 2 - Tue, Dec 8
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10:40 pm - 11:04 amSFO  San Francisco-MBS Bay City MBS Intl
9h 24m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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6:35 am - 10:58 amMBS  Bay City MBS Intl-SFO San Francisco
7h 23m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$439Delta
Wed, Dec 2 - Tue, Dec 8
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12:17 pm - 10:16 pmSFO  San Francisco-MBS Bay City MBS Intl
6h 59m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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6:12 pm - 11:20 pmMBS  Bay City MBS Intl-SFO San Francisco
8h 08m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$439Delta
Mon, Dec 28 - Tue, Jan 5
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12:30 am - 12:58 pmSFO  San Francisco-MBS Bay City MBS Intl
9h 28m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:00 am - 11:37 amMBS  Bay City MBS Intl-SFO San Francisco
8h 37m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$557United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for San Francisco to Bay City flights

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

Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Bay City typically range from $498 to $867. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $429, on Delta.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Bay City. It’s 16% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 61% higher.

Key details for San Francisco to Bay City flights

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

$289
Beat the crowds with an average 80% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 88% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from San Francisco to Bay City

When to book flights from San Francisco to Bay City

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Francisco to Bay City based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your San Francisco to Bay City 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 San Francisco to Bay City?

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

  • How long is a flight from San Francisco to Bay City?

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from San Francisco to Bay City. Flights with 1 layover take between 7h 43m and 8h 19m in total, depending on the connection.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from San Francisco to Bay City?

    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 San Francisco to Bay City flight?

    Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Bay City range from $498 to $867, with an average of $612 over the past 12 months. Anything below $498 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from San Francisco to Bay City 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 $429 to $1,556. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from San Francisco to Bay City are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $520, which is 14% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Bay City MBS Intl Airport (MBS)?

    Bay City MBS Intl Airport (MBS) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $78 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Budget
    • Dollar
    • Alamo
    • Hertz
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car

  • Which airports can I use when flying from San Francisco to Bay City?

    Flights from San Francisco to Bay City usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and arrive at Bay City MBS Intl (MBS).

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

    Connecting flights from San Francisco to Bay City most commonly pass through:

    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 64% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 36% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 48% on flights from San Francisco to Bay City. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $518 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $988, a difference of $470.

    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 San Francisco to Bay City?

    Flying via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 43m, compared with 8h 19m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW).

  • What is the time difference between San Francisco and Bay City?

    Bay City is 3 hours ahead of San Francisco (Eastern Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking San Francisco to Bay City 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 $518, about $470 less than Monday fares (48% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Francisco to Bay City trip for November. Fares historically average $418 round-trip in that month - typically $748 less than the most expensive month, which is April (based on the last 12 months).

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