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Cheapest round-trip
$200
Typical prices: $233-$473
Frontier
Sun 9/30Fri 10/5
SFO - BOI • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$227
Typical prices: $234-$478
Alaska Airlines
Wed 10/3Sat 10/6
SFO - BOI • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with United Airlines and Alaska Airlines. Average duration is 1h 49m
Direct flights
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 11 weeks in advance save around 59% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 32% price drop
Most popular
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Cheapest • Avg $219 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 10m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Boise (SFO-BOI)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Francisco to Boise

Wed, Sep 30 - Mon, Oct 5
Frontier Logo
7:11 pm - 1:55 pmSFO  San Francisco-BOI Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld
17h 44m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Frontier Logo
2:50 pm - 12:25 pmBOI  Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld-SFO San Francisco
22h 35m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl San Diego
$200Frontier
Wed, Oct 21 - Mon, Oct 26
Frontier Logo
7:11 pm - 1:55 pmSFO  San Francisco-BOI Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld
17h 44m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Frontier Logo
2:50 pm - 8:19 amBOI  Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld-SFO San Francisco
18h 29m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$201Frontier
Thu, Sep 17 - Mon, Sep 21
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:08 am - 8:20 pmSFO  San Francisco-BOI Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld
12h 12m1 stop San Diego
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6:49 pm - 11:12 pmBOI  Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld-SFO San Francisco
5h 23m1 stop San Diego
$203Alaska Airlines
Mon, Oct 26 - Tue, Oct 27
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3:31 pm - 10:51 pmSFO  San Francisco-BOI Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld
6h 20m1 stop San Diego
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:20 am - 12:41 pmBOI  Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld-SFO San Francisco
6h 21m1 stop San Diego
$203Alaska Airlines
Mon, Oct 26 - Wed, Oct 28
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3:31 pm - 10:51 pmSFO  San Francisco-BOI Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld
6h 20m1 stop San Diego
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:20 am - 2:51 pmBOI  Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld-SFO San Francisco
8h 31m1 stop San Diego
$203Alaska Airlines
Wed, Sep 30 - Mon, Oct 5
Frontier Logo
7:11 pm - 1:55 pmSFO  San Francisco-BOI Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld
17h 44m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Frontier Logo
2:50 pm - 8:14 amBOI  Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld-SFO San Francisco
18h 24m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$205Frontier
Thu, Oct 15 - Mon, Oct 19
Frontier Logo
8:58 am - 1:55 pmSFO  San Francisco-BOI Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld
27h 57m2 stops Los Angeles Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Frontier Logo
2:50 pm - 8:13 amBOI  Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld-SFO San Francisco
18h 23m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$210Frontier
Tue, Nov 3 - Wed, Nov 4
United Airlines Logo
2:02 pm - 4:42 pmSFO  San Francisco-BOI Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld
1h 40mnonstop
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12:00 pm - 1:00 pmBOI  Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld-SFO San Francisco
2h 00mnonstop
$227United Airlines
Sat, Oct 17 - Wed, Oct 21
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6:45 pm - 9:39 pmSFO  San Francisco-BOI Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld
1h 54mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
6:50 pm - 7:43 pmBOI  Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld-SFO San Francisco
1h 53mnonstop
$227United Airlines
Tue, Sep 29 - Tue, Oct 6
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10:10 am - 12:58 pmSFO  San Francisco-BOI Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld
1h 48mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
6:50 pm - 7:43 pmBOI  Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld-SFO San Francisco
1h 53mnonstop
$227United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for San Francisco to Boise flights

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

Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Boise start at $200. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $233 to $473. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $200 on Frontier.

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

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Boise, it is 20% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 16% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

  • April and November are the cheapest months to fly from San Francisco to Boise at $227 round-trip.
  • July ($411) and May ($397) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 81% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from San Francisco to Boise the cheapest?

Flights from San Francisco to Boise are cheapest 11 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 59% 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 San Francisco to Boise

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

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on United Airlines

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.

Key details for San Francisco to Boise flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$92
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 2% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 15% increase in price.
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Your San Francisco to Boise flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airline(s) should I book when flying with kids from San Francisco to Boise?

    Out of the several airlines flying from San Francisco to Boise, consider American Airlines when traveling with your kids. The airline has the most extra legroom and spacious seats, which ensure you and your child remain comfortable the entire journey. Apart from this, parents accompanied by their kids enjoy priority boarding and deplaning.

  • Can I get eco-friendly flights from San Francisco to Boise?

    Yes. All the airlines flying from San Francisco to Boise works towards reducing their overall carbon emission. However, United Airlines offers the most eco-friendly flights on this route. The airline has made significant efforts toward the adoption of fuel-efficient engines and the use of sustainable aviation fuel.

  • Which other cities are served by Boise Airport?

    Boise Airport (BOI) serves a number of other cities in addition to Boise. Some of these cities in Garden City, Eagle, and Meridian. Therefore, when you book your flight from San Francisco to Boise, you get yourself in a better position to easily connect to these cities.

  • How can I get out of Boise Airport upon landing from San Francisco?

    Greyhound Buses and Salt Lake Express Buses offer affordable and convenient means of transport from the airport to the city center or any other part of the city. It takes about 25 minutes to connect from Boise Airport to the city center by bus. Apart from buses, you can also use a taxi or a rental car to get out of the airport.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on San Francisco to Boise flights?

    Among airlines operating San Francisco to Boise flights:

    • United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Alaska Airlines: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • What airlines are available from San Francisco to Boise?

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

    • United Airlines
    • Alaska Airlines

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

    Flights from San Francisco to Boise usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and arrive at Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld (BOI).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on San Francisco to Boise 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 in Economy Class class
    • Hawaiian Airlines: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

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

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from San Francisco to Boise:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $219 round-trip via Denver Intl (DEN), compared to $334 for nonstop.

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

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $40–$100 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 San Francisco to Boise?

    The Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets) family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by United Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-800 variants.

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

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

    • Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) - 36% of one-stop connections
    • Salt Lake City (SLC) - 27% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 18% of one-stop connections
    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 9% of one-stop connections

    Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    On the San Francisco to Boise route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 32%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $266 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $388: a $122 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

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

    Evening is the busiest departure period on San Francisco to Boise flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 25%, afternoon flights for 25%, and night flights for 0%.

  • What popular places can I visit in Boise?

    Some of the most popular sights in Boise are Boise Center, Idaho Central Arena and Boise River Greenbelt. These are among the most viewed places in Boise on KAYAK.

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

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

    • Earliest: departs at 8:15 am and lands at 10:04 am
    • Latest: departs at 9:04 pm and lands at 10:53 pm.

    The flight takes about 1h 49m.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 68% above the route average of $332. Book 11 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    A nonstop flight from San Francisco to Boise takes 1h 49m, covering 522 miles.

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

    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 San Francisco to Boise 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 $200 to $1,103. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from San Francisco to Boise are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $103, which is 51% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Portland (PDX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 10m, compared with 4h 26m via Salt Lake City (SLC) and 4h 47m via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS).

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

    Boise is 1 hour ahead of San Francisco (Mountain Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld Airport (BOI)?

    Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld Airport (BOI) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $31 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Budget
    · Alamo
    · Hertz
    · Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    · Avis

  • How much should I expect to pay for a San Francisco to Boise flight?

    Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Boise range from $233 to $473, with an average of $332 over the past 12 months. Anything below $233 counts as a good deal.

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

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

Your guide to booking San Francisco to Boise 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 $266 - about $122 less than Monday (31% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 11 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 59% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Francisco to Boise trip for April. Fares historically average $227 round-trip in that month - typically $184 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Denver Intl Airport (DEN) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $219 round-trip on this route - about $115 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 Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld Airport.
    - Ramada by Wyndham Boise
    - Hotel 28 Boise Airport, an Ascend Collection Hotel
    - Super 8 by Wyndham Boise
  • Flights from San Francisco to Boise have San Francisco International Airport (SFO) and Boise Airport (BOI) as the main departure and destination airports, respectively. However, those in the Eastern region of the San Francisco Bay Area have the option of having Oakland International Airport (OAK) as the departure airport when flying to Boise. Since the route that has OAK as the departure airport is less popular, choosing to fly along it exposes you to cheaper flight deals.
  • Booking either United Airlines or Alaska Airlines, which have San Francisco International Airport (SFO) as their hub, for your flight to Boise comes with a number of benefits. Key among these benefits is that you can reliably get a flight that is convenient to your schedule. This is because these airlines have quite high frequencies of daily flights from SFO to BOI.
  • You can conveniently fly with your pet(s) from San Francisco to Boise since all airlines along this route have pet-friendly policies. However, if you book Alaska Airlines, you will enjoy lower pet charges compared to other airlines. Apart from this, Alaska Airlines allows pet(s) to fly in-cabin conveniently provided their weight combined with the weight of their carrier does not exceed 20 lbs.
  • When connecting to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to catch up with your flight to Boise, buses provide the most affordable and reliable means of transport. In particular, Bus Line KX, 292, 397, and 398 connect directly to the airport terminals from downtown San Francisco.
  • You can fly First Class from San Francisco to Boise at a subsidized price if you take advantage of the Class-Upgrade option offered by United Airlines and American Airlines. Both airlines give their customers who book Economy a chance to upgrade to First class by topping up a small amount of money on their ticket.

Prefer to fly direct from San Francisco to Boise?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from San Francisco Airport to Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

San Francisco to Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld

Monday

Alaska Airlines,United Airlines

Alaska Airlines,United Airlines

Tuesday

Alaska Airlines,United Airlines

Alaska Airlines,United Airlines

Wednesday

Alaska Airlines,United Airlines

Alaska Airlines,United Airlines

Thursday

Alaska Airlines,United Airlines

Alaska Airlines,United Airlines

Friday

Alaska Airlines,United Airlines

Alaska Airlines,United Airlines

Saturday

Alaska Airlines,United Airlines

Alaska Airlines,United Airlines

Sunday

Alaska Airlines,United Airlines

Alaska Airlines,United Airlines

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Direct returns

Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld to San Francisco

Monday

Alaska Airlines,United Airlines

Alaska Airlines,United Airlines

Tuesday

Alaska Airlines,United Airlines

Alaska Airlines,United Airlines

Wednesday

Alaska Airlines,United Airlines

Alaska Airlines,United Airlines

Thursday

Alaska Airlines,United Airlines

Alaska Airlines,United Airlines

Friday

Alaska Airlines,United Airlines

Alaska Airlines,United Airlines

Saturday

Alaska Airlines,United Airlines

Alaska Airlines,United Airlines

Sunday

Alaska Airlines,United Airlines

Alaska Airlines,United Airlines

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