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Cheapest round-trip
$178
Typical prices: $260-$507
Frontier
Sun 1/14Thu 1/18
SFO - BOI • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$237
Typical prices: $261-$513
Alaska Airlines
Sat 11/17Sat 11/24
SFO - BOI • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with United Airlines and Alaska Airlines. Average duration is 1h 48m
Direct flights
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 12 weeks in advance save around 58% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 35% price drop
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $219 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 18m (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

Thu, Jan 14 - Mon, Jan 18
Frontier Logo
6:30 pm - 6:58 pmSFO  San Francisco-BOI Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld
23h 28m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Frontier Logo
7:53 pm - 8:49 amBOI  Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld-SFO San Francisco
13h 56m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$178Frontier
Thu, Feb 4 - Mon, Feb 8
Frontier Logo
3:30 pm - 6:58 pmSFO  San Francisco-BOI Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld
26h 28m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Frontier Logo
7:53 pm - 12:49 pmBOI  Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld-SFO San Francisco
17h 56m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$215Frontier
Tue, Dec 8 - Fri, Dec 11
Alaska Airlines Logo
5:35 pm - 10:27 pmSFO  San Francisco-BOI Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld
27h 52m1 stop San Diego
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4:47 pm - 10:53 pmBOI  Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld-SFO San Francisco
7h 06m1 stop San Diego
$223Alaska Airlines
Thu, Jan 14 - Mon, Jan 18
Frontier Logo
10:22 pm - 6:58 pmSFO  San Francisco-BOI Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld
19h 36m2 stops Los Angeles Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Frontier Logo
7:53 pm - 8:49 amBOI  Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld-SFO San Francisco
13h 56m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$223Frontier
Tue, Dec 8 - Fri, Dec 11
Alaska Airlines Logo
5:35 pm - 10:27 pmSFO  San Francisco-BOI Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld
27h 52m1 stop San Diego
Alaska Airlines Logo
10:16 am - 11:31 amBOI  Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld-SFO San Francisco
2h 15mnonstop
$230Alaska Airlines
Thu, Feb 4 - Mon, Feb 8
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:03 pm - 9:42 pmSFO  San Francisco-BOI Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld
1h 39mnonstop
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:44 pm - 8:52 amBOI  Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld-SFO San Francisco
15h 08m1 stop San Diego
$230Alaska Airlines
Thu, Jan 14 - Sun, Jan 17
Frontier Logo
3:30 pm - 6:58 pmSFO  San Francisco-BOI Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld
26h 28m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Frontier Logo
7:53 pm - 11:34 amBOI  Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld-SFO San Francisco
16h 41m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$233Frontier
Thu, Jan 14 - Sun, Jan 17
United Airlines Logo
8:17 am - 11:16 amSFO  San Francisco-BOI Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld
1h 59mnonstop
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4:10 pm - 5:11 pmBOI  Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld-SFO San Francisco
2h 01mnonstop
$252United Airlines
Thu, Feb 4 - Sun, Feb 7
United Airlines Logo
12:11 pm - 2:52 pmSFO  San Francisco-BOI Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld
1h 41mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 7:11 amBOI  Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld-SFO San Francisco
2h 11mnonstop
$252United Airlines
Tue, Feb 9 - Sun, Feb 14
United Airlines Logo
8:17 am - 11:16 amSFO  San Francisco-BOI Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld
1h 59mnonstop
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11:46 am - 12:59 pmBOI  Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld-SFO San Francisco
2h 13mnonstop
$252United 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 typically range from $260 to $507. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $178, on Frontier.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Boise. It’s 20% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 10% higher.

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

•April is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Boise at $227 round-trip.
•July ($409) and May ($395) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 80% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from San Francisco to Boise the cheapest?

Flights from San Francisco to Boise are cheapest 12 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 58% 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

October

Cheapest flight

$80
Beat the crowds with an average 35% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 48% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from San Francisco to Boise

When to book flights from San Francisco to Boise

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

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

    • Earliest: departs at 8:13 am and lands at 10:01 am
    • Latest: departs at 8:53 pm and lands at 10:41 pm.

    The flight takes about 1h 48m.

  • 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 long is a flight from San Francisco to Boise?

    A nonstop flight from San Francisco to Boise takes 1h 48m, 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.

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

    Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Boise range from $260 to $507, with an average of $352 over the past 12 months. Anything below $260 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 59% above the $352 route average. Book 12 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • 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 $354 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–$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 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.

  • 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 60% of flights leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 20%, afternoon flights for 20%, and night flights for 0%.

  • 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 $178 to $957. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x 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 $89, which is 58% below the typical average for this route.

  • 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 averaging $84 for economy cars. Top options include:

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

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

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

    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 22% of one-stop connections
    • Portland (PDX) - 22% of one-stop connections
    • Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) - 22% of one-stop connections
    • Salt Lake City (SLC) - 22% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 27% on flights from San Francisco to Boise. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $285 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $390, a difference of $105.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What airlines fly 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

  • 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 18m, compared with 4h 23m 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 popular places can I visit in Boise?

    Some of the most popular sights in Boise are Idaho Central Arena, Julia Davis Park and Discovery Center of Idaho. These are among the most viewed places in Boise on KAYAK.

  • 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 extra legroom; 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 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 and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Hawaiian Airlines: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

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

  • 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.

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 are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average $285, about $105 less than Monday fares (27% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 12 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 58% 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 $182 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 $135 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
    • Super 8 by Wyndham Boise
    • Comfort Suites Airport
  • 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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