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5:50 pm - 10:34 amSFO-BOS
13h 44m1 stop
10:55 am - 9:10 pmBOS-SFO
13h 15m1 stop
$128Frontier
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Thu, Nov 14 - Sat, Nov 16
5:50 pm - 10:34 amSFO-BOS
13h 44m1 stop
10:55 am - 9:10 pmBOS-SFO
13h 15m1 stop
$138Frontier
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Thu, Nov 14 - Sat, Nov 16
7:40 am - 4:20 pmSFO-BOS
5h 40mnonstop
6:30 pm - 10:08 pmBOS-SFO
6h 38mnonstop
$191Alaska Airlines
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Fri, Nov 1 - Fri, Nov 1
11:58 am - 8:34 pmSFO-BOS
5h 36mnonstop
7:20 am - 11:08 amBOS-SFO
6h 48mnonstop
$192JetBlue
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Thu, Nov 28 - Thu, Dec 5
7:40 am - 4:20 pmSFO-BOS
5h 40mnonstop
6:30 pm - 10:08 pmBOS-SFO
6h 38mnonstop
$197Alaska Airlines
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Wed, Nov 6 - Fri, Nov 15
8:25 pm - 5:03 amSFO-BOS
5h 38mnonstop
7:38 pm - 1:07 amBOS-SFO
8h 29m1 stop
$202United Airlines
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Sat, Nov 2 - Tue, Nov 5
7:40 am - 4:10 pmSFO-BOS
5h 30mnonstop
7:20 am - 11:08 amBOS-SFO
6h 48mnonstop
$207JetBlue
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Thu, Nov 28 - Thu, Dec 5
8:25 pm - 5:03 amSFO-BOS
5h 38mnonstop
3:16 pm - 8:50 pmBOS-SFO
8h 34m1 stop
$222United Airlines
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Fri, Nov 8 - Thu, Nov 14
12:40 am - 1:50 pmSFO-BOS
10h 10m1 stop
5:25 pm - 9:38 pmBOS-SFO
7h 13mnonstop
$268Delta
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Thu, Jan 23 - Sun, Jan 26
7:00 am - 3:42 pmSFO-BOS
5h 42mnonstop
7:05 am - 11:20 amBOS-SFO
7h 15mnonstop
$293Delta
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Mon, Jan 6 - Sat, Jan 11
7:00 am - 3:44 pmSFO-BOS
5h 44mnonstop
$115Alaska Airlines
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Wed, Dec 25
5:55 pm - 5:33 amSFO-BOS
8h 38m1 stop
$116Alaska Airlines
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Wed, Dec 25
1:15 pm - 9:54 pmSFO-BOS
5h 39mnonstop
$122Delta
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Fri, Nov 15
6:40 pm - 5:51 amSFO-BOS
8h 11m1 stop
$123United Airlines
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Wed, Nov 20
9:54 pm - 6:40 amSFO-BOS
5h 46mnonstop
$124Delta
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Mon, Nov 11
12:00 pm - 8:32 pmSFO-BOS
5h 32mnonstop
$128JetBlue
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Wed, Nov 20
2:39 pm - 11:09 pmSFO-BOS
5h 30mnonstop
$129JetBlue
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Sun, Nov 3
6:56 am - 5:46 pmSFO-BOS
7h 50m1 stop
$148American Airlines
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Mon, Dec 30
10:46 pm - 12:20 pmSFO-BOS
10h 34m1 stop
$158American Airlines
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Tue, Dec 3
12:25 am - 2:33 pmSFO-BOS
11h 08m1 stop
$173United Airlines
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Tue, Nov 19
5:34 pm - 10:41 amSFO-BOS
14h 07m1 stop
10:19 am - 11:09 pmBOS-SFO
15h 50m1 stop
$238Frontier
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Thu, Oct 24 - Thu, Nov 7
5:48 pm - 10:41 amSFO-BOS
13h 53m1 stop
9:39 am - 8:44 pmBOS-SFO
14h 05m1 stop
$244Frontier
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Sun, Oct 27 - Tue, Nov 5
7:40 am - 4:20 pmSFO-BOS
5h 40mnonstop
6:30 pm - 10:08 pmBOS-SFO
6h 38mnonstop
$359Alaska Airlines
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Sun, Oct 27 - Tue, Nov 5
5:50 am - 5:55 pmSFO-BOS
9h 05m1 stop
7:00 am - 10:48 amBOS-SFO
6h 48mnonstop
$368JetBlue
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Sat, Oct 26 - Sun, Nov 3
8:00 am - 4:41 pmSFO-BOS
5h 41mnonstop
6:30 pm - 10:08 pmBOS-SFO
6h 38mnonstop
$389Alaska Airlines
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Fri, Oct 25 - Mon, Nov 4
12:25 am - 2:33 pmSFO-BOS
11h 08m1 stop
6:01 pm - 9:50 pmBOS-SFO
6h 49mnonstop
$402United Airlines
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Sun, Oct 27 - Fri, Nov 1
5:50 am - 5:55 pmSFO-BOS
9h 05m1 stop
5:01 am - 10:49 amBOS-SFO
8h 48m1 stop
$408JetBlue
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Sat, Oct 26 - Mon, Nov 4
7:15 am - 4:05 pmSFO-BOS
5h 50mnonstop
5:35 pm - 9:33 pmBOS-SFO
6h 58mnonstop
$409Delta
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Thu, Oct 24 - Thu, Nov 7
12:43 am - 11:04 amSFO-BOS
7h 21m1 stop
5:35 pm - 9:33 pmBOS-SFO
6h 58mnonstop
$437Delta
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Thu, Oct 24 - Mon, Nov 4
11:20 pm - 8:08 amSFO-BOS
5h 48mnonstop
7:38 pm - 1:07 amBOS-SFO
8h 29m1 stop
$459United Airlines
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Wed, Oct 23 - Mon, Oct 28
7:40 am - 4:10 pmSFO-BOS
5h 30mnonstop
6:00 pm - 9:48 pmBOS-SFO
6h 48mnonstop
$207JetBlue
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Thu, Nov 28 - Fri, Jan 10
8:25 pm - 5:03 amSFO-BOS
5h 38mnonstop
6:00 am - 9:45 amBOS-SFO
6h 45mnonstop
$212United Airlines
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Sun, Nov 17 - Fri, Nov 22
7:45 am - 4:15 pmSFO-BOS
5h 30mnonstop
7:15 pm - 11:16 pmBOS-SFO
7h 01mnonstop
$220JetBlue
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Sat, Dec 7 - Sat, Dec 7
10:32 pm - 7:02 amSFO-BOS
5h 30mnonstop
7:15 pm - 11:16 pmBOS-SFO
7h 01mnonstop
$226JetBlue
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Mon, Nov 11 - Sat, Nov 16
2:39 pm - 11:09 pmSFO-BOS
5h 30mnonstop
6:00 am - 9:55 amBOS-SFO
6h 55mnonstop
$227JetBlue
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Sun, Dec 8 - Tue, Jan 7
7:30 am - 4:10 pmSFO-BOS
5h 40mnonstop
5:10 pm - 9:13 pmBOS-SFO
7h 03mnonstop
$228Delta
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Thu, Nov 28 - Thu, Dec 5
7:30 am - 4:12 pmSFO-BOS
5h 42mnonstop
8:35 pm - 12:26 amBOS-SFO
6h 51mnonstop
$229United Airlines
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Thu, Dec 26 - Wed, Jan 1
7:15 am - 4:05 pmSFO-BOS
5h 50mnonstop
7:45 am - 11:34 amBOS-SFO
6h 49mnonstop
$237Delta
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Sat, Nov 2 - Sat, Nov 9
7:40 am - 4:20 pmSFO-BOS
5h 40mnonstop
6:30 pm - 10:08 pmBOS-SFO
6h 38mnonstop
$242Alaska Airlines
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Tue, Nov 5 - Wed, Nov 13
7:40 am - 4:20 pmSFO-BOS
5h 40mnonstop
6:30 pm - 10:08 pmBOS-SFO
6h 38mnonstop
$257Alaska Airlines
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Mon, Nov 4 - Wed, Nov 6

Flights from San Francisco to Boston - Travel Insights & Trends

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

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

The average price of all flights from San Francisco to Boston clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to Boston on a Wednesday and more expensive on a Sunday. On your return trip to San Francisco, you should consider flying back on a Wednesday, and avoid Sundays for better deals.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from San Francisco to Boston, 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 Francisco to Boston is February, where tickets cost $267 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and December, where the average cost of tickets is $476 and $470 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from San Francisco to Boston?

The average price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.
Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop layover the cheapest option at $861 on average

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

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from San Francisco to Boston, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.
To get a below average price on the flight from San Francisco to Boston, you should book around 2 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 172 days before departure.
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How to save more on a San Francisco to Boston flight

When planning a trip from San Francisco to Boston, it's important to consider several factors to ensure you're getting the best deal. Generally, the cheapest day of the week to fly is Wednesday, while the most affordable month is February.

Cheapest Route: Stick to the direct route from San Francisco (SFO) to Boston Logan Intl (BOS) for the best prices.

Booking Advance: Aim to book your flight around 172 days in advance for the best rates.

Budget Airline: Consider flying with Frontier, as they generally offer the cheapest fares for this route.

Direct vs Layover: Opt for a direct flight, as it's significantly cheaper than flights with layovers.

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 season

January

High season

July

Cheapest flight

$115
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 22% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 16% increase in price.
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When to book flights from San Francisco to Boston

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Francisco to Boston based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
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FAQs for booking flights from San Francisco to Boston

  • Where can I relax at SFO?

    Consider buying a lounge ticket to access either the Air France-KLM lounge in the International Terminal’s Concourse A or the Centurion Lounge hosted in Terminal 3’s Gate 74. You may also pay at the entrance to enjoy their services such as books, magazines, and drinks. SFO has also set aside a USO lounge housed in Terminal 1’s Mezzanine Level for active US military members plus their families. It offers refreshments, showers, and toys.

  • Are pets welcome at San Francisco Airport (SFO)?

    If you are towing with your four-legged friend, you will be happy to hear that San Francisco Airport is home to hygienic pet relief spaces in Terminal 1C, close to Gate C5-C7, and in Terminal 3 Courtyard 4, close to Gate F11. However, the airport has put in place some pet policies that require you to confine your pet in its kennel except while going through screenings for security and potty breaks.

  • Does BOS offer any accessible services?

    Yes. The shuttle buses at BOS are lift-equipped and have an audio and video stop announcement system. In addition to terminals and garages with elevators, all terminals have curb ramps on all levels as well as accessible restrooms with adult-changing tables.

  • What family services are offered at Logan International Airport (BOS)?

    BOS is a family-oriented airport with child-friendly amenities. Let your kids blow off some steam after your flight from San Francisco at the Kidport play areas in Terminal A’s Gate 18, Terminal B’s Gates B30-B36, and Terminal C’s Gate 25. These spaces are equipped with slides, climbing structures, airfield mimics, and a Boston Logan tower child-sized replica. If you are traveling with toddlers, changing rooms with changing tables are found in all restrooms in the airport.

  • What are some good hotels near Logan International Airport?

    The Embassy Suites by Hilton is a solid choice that is only a 5-minute drive from Logan International Airport and a 15-minute drive from the popular Museum of Fine Arts. The Westin Boston Waterfront is a 4-star choice that is a 10-minute drive from the airport and a 5-minute walk from the waterfront.

  • Does Logan International Airport have pet relief areas?

    If you are traveling with a pet or service animal, make sure to let them relieve themselves after you have arrived at Logan International Airport. There is a pet relief area conveniently located outside of every Arrivals terminal, and travelers can get complimentary waste bags at each location.

  • What are some good dining options in San Jose Mineta International Airport?

    If you would like to grab a bite to eat before your flight takes off, make sure to browse through the different dining options at San Jose Mineta International Airport. Flames Eatery and Bar is a casual restaurant that is located in Terminal B and serves American-style meals, while Gordon Biersch Brewing Company is known for having an impressive craft beer selection. Jamba Juice and Peet’s Coffee and Tea are both convenient choices for travelers short on time that would like to purchase to-go items.

  • Does Logan International Airport have a prayer room?

    Logan International Airport is home to the Our Lady of the Airways Chapel that is located between Terminals B and C and is open to all travelers. The Chapel hosts Mass on Sundays and can be used for individual prayer when a ceremony is not occurring.

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

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from San Francisco to Boston was $115 for a one-way ticket and $128 for a round-trip.

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

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

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

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

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

    The Airbus A321neo is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the San Francisco to Boston flight route.

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

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

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

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

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

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from San Francisco to Boston are Delta and Alaska Airlines. With an average price for the route of $390 and an overall rating of 8.0, Delta is the most popular choice. Alaska Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $399 and an overall rating of 8.0.

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

    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 Francisco to Boston.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Boston from San Francisco 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 Francisco to Boston?

    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 Boston with an airline and back to San Francisco with another airline. Booking your flights between San Francisco and BOS 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 Francisco to Boston?

    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 Boston from San Francisco up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $164 or less one-way and $274 or less round-trip.
  • If you are a traveling enthusiast, consider booking flights from San Francisco to Boston with layovers. Common layovers on this route include Minneapolis St. Paul Airport (MSP), John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK), and Las Vegas Harry Reid Airport (LAS) depending on your airline alternative and the airport you are departing from.
  • Direct flights from San Francisco to Boston are eco-friendlier compared to flights with layovers, with approximately 1,863 kg of carbon being released per person. If you want to fly more sustainably, choose United Airlines. The airline releases 32% less carbon.
  • Boston’s downtown is roughly three to five miles from BOS and you can conveniently get there by either shuttle, bus, taxi, or rail. The MBTA rail leaves from the airport for South Station. The Silver Line 1 buses on route SL1 leave from all airport terminals to the city center whereas taxis, Lyft, and Uber offer door-to-door services. Shuttles are offered by Massport for free.
  • Take time to check out the art installations at Oakland International Airport (OAK) and elevate your airport experience. If you are leaving from Gates 26-32, there is a striking glass window wall, 160 feet long, titled Going Away, Coming Home. The North Field at OAK is also home to Oakland Aviation Museum.
  • Bring forth your inner Elton John with the pianos at San Jose International Airport (SJC). Go ahead and share your talents with other travelers opposite the security checkpoint on Terminal A’s Level 2. There is also a baby grand in the Baggage Claim of Terminal B.
  • If you are interested in flights from San Francisco to Boston, there are three different airports that you can choose to fly out of. While San Francisco International Airport is the largest airport in the region and is closest to the city center, Oakland International Airport is another popular choice. San Jose Mineta International Airport is also a convenient option for anyone located south of San Francisco.
  • For those that would like a direct flight from San Francisco to Boston, consider booking your ticket with either JetBlue or Delta, as these companies are known for providing above-average legroom. If you are willing to have a connecting flight, consider booking with Southwest Airlines, as they allow travelers to check up to two bags for free.
  • To have a bit of extra help navigating San Francisco International Airport, look into hiring an Airport Butler. Airport Butlers are meant to provide assistance with carrying bags, checking in, finding your gate, and even personal shopping. They can be booked ahead of time through the airport’s website or directly at the check-in area.
  • Do you find flying to be stressful? Make sure to keep your eyes open for the San Francisco International Airport Wag Brigade. The Wag Brigade is made up of several trained dogs and a Juliana-breed pig, and they travel throughout the different terminals to say hi to travelers and relieve stress before boarding flights.
  • If you have some extra time to kill before your flight, consider purchasing an access pass for the Escape Lounge located in Oakland International Airport. This lounge is available to travelers from all airlines and provides complimentary snacks, access to televisions, and high-speed WiFi.
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Prefer to fly non-stop from San Francisco to Boston?

Find which airlines fly direct from San Francisco Airport to Boston Logan Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Nonstop departures

San Francisco to Boston Logan Intl

Monday

ANA, Air New Zealand, Alaska Airlines, +17 more

ANA, Air New Zealand, +18 more

Tuesday

ANA, Air New Zealand, Alaska Airlines, +17 more

ANA, Air New Zealand, +18 more

Wednesday

ANA, Air China, Air New Zealand, +17 more

ANA, Air China, +18 more

Thursday

ANA, Air New Zealand, Alaska Airlines, +19 more

ANA, Air New Zealand, +20 more

Friday

ANA, Air New Zealand, Alaska Airlines, +16 more

ANA, Air New Zealand, +17 more

Saturday

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

ANA, Air China, +19 more

Sunday

ANA, Air New Zealand, Alaska Airlines, +17 more

ANA, Air New Zealand, +18 more

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Nonstop returns

Boston Logan Intl to San Francisco

Monday

ANA, Air New Zealand, Alaska Airlines, +17 more

ANA, Air New Zealand, +18 more

Tuesday

ANA, Air New Zealand, Alaska Airlines, +18 more

ANA, Air New Zealand, +19 more

Wednesday

ANA, Air China, Air New Zealand, +17 more

ANA, Air China, +18 more

Thursday

ANA, Air New Zealand, Alaska Airlines, +18 more

ANA, Air New Zealand, +19 more

Friday

ANA, Air New Zealand, Alaska Airlines, +19 more

ANA, Air New Zealand, +20 more

Saturday

ANA, Air China, Air New Zealand, +17 more

ANA, Air China, +18 more

Sunday

ANA, Air New Zealand, Alaska Airlines, +19 more

ANA, Air New Zealand, +20 more

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Top 5 airlines serving from San Francisco to Boston

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from San Francisco to Boston. 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 Francisco to Boston? 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 9416 reviews
7.9Comfort
8.6Crew
8.2Boarding
7.2Food
7.1Entertainment
Airline reviews

the departure time was changed several times. At the end we were late 2 hours and 15 min. It was a poor experience

2.0 MediocrePedro, Oct 2024SFO - SAN
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the departure time was changed several times. At the end we were late 2 hours and 15 min. It was a poor experience

Smooth boarding, smooth flight. Crew was good. I can't believe 5 hours went by so quickly!

Well, the flight hasn’t taken off yet… it will be 2 hours late by the time the t does…

Totally unacceptable leg room. Most uncomfortable flight I have ever been on.

I had never flown Alaska before. Years ago I flew constantly. Flying these days is not a glamorous experience. It’s not that easy to get inexpensive direct flights either. Not glamorous but reasonably priced and comfortable. I appreciated the inflight WiFi (for messaging only but that’s ok, I like to read on flights). I didn’t check the inflight entertainment, see above. I was lucky on the AUS => SFO flight—they needed volunteers to check bags at the gate. That bumped me up a level in status so they let me move to an empty exit row. The return flight I was assigned a seat in one. Very nice. As pleasant a trip as possible these days.

Ground crew at SFO checking didn’t print my boarding passes for my second leg … creating a full mess at LAX So the desk asked for my passports, and was able to check in my luggage up to the final stop, they never realized that our journey was made up 2 legs.

no entertainment which was ok with us. Great crew, great ascent, rockier landing, empty air lane so very comfortable. fun pilot

Flight was 2 hours delayed. Not fun during a red eye. Flight info is confusing in Chicago as one board only showed United flights and we had to go to another section of the airport to find American Airlines flight info!!

I feel that for the price that I paid, I should’ve received zone one boarding. Said I was zone two. And even though I paid for an upgraded seat, I was lucky to get a space for my carry-on baggage. So I think the value wasn’t there.

I did not find out about the delay until I got to the airport where I had to wait 3 hours, not cool. I missed a special gathering. Everyone on staff was very nice.

I actually received a notification from kayak on email but not one by text from Delta when my departure gait changed and I almost missed my flight

New boarding doesn't make sense. Filling front first is slow.

Delta flight was great from the check in all the way to arrival. However, I had a very bad experience. I requested a wheelchair and the wheelchair employee that went to pick me up from the plane in Boston to bring me to the baggage claims told me I have to pay him. I was under the impression that it was a free service and I usually give tips but the person forced me to pay and since I said no because I was upset with his demand when my daughter walked in to pick me up he demanded payment from my daughter who paid him thinking maybe now it is a charged service.

Horrible. Grateful to be alive but spent 13 hours at airport only to return back to my familys house and flight changed to next day. They tried to fix a part on plane, had no back up plane and after 10 hours , reattempted the flight and it STILL wasn't fixed. We got a meal voucher and rescheduled flight but there should be some other compensation for the 15 hours spent in airport

The important things including boarding and the flight being on time and safe were excellent. The disappointment comes from the comfort and amenities. Was misled by the "availability" of inflight internet- there is an extra cost. The tray table was broken, the bathroom door stuck and flight attendants were competent but not very friendly.

Flight was over 2 hours late which made us miss our connecting flight.

My seat was changed at the last minute and I was moved to the last row, right next to the bathroom despite selecting my seat well in advance. I was also made to check my carry on due to space but when I got on the plane there was significant empty overhead space. Picking up my carry on from the luggage carousel added time to my trip which had already been extended due to delay.

You could have not cancelled the flight (AA, which I will be flying from now on) left for BOS despite the fictitious weather issues (that no one in my Boston family could see). You could have rebooked my direct flight to another direct flight instead of sending me though JFK, the worst US airport after O’Hara You could have rebooked me on a Main Cabin seat (like the one I paid for in my original ticket instead of putting me a the last row on JFK->BOS leg, pocketing the difference in ticket price But I do not really care whether you will ever do that in a future because in a future neither I nor anyone from my company (unless they pay out of pocket) nor an of my clients and partners (if they heed my advice) will ever be caught dead on any of Delta flights

There was plenty of overhead room but half of the passengers were told they had to check their carryon bags. My partner and I checked in as early as possible and our seats were split across the aisle.

Flew first class so everything was great. But maybe because the flights were red eye, no meals were served, just chips. I flew Alaska Air 1st class at 9PM (2 hour flight) and they served beef short rib sliders!

Smooth boarding and friendly crew. Unfortunately as soon as we boarded the unit that provides air circulation failed. The pilot informed us and requested maintenance technicians to check it out. The plane became uncomfortably warm without any fresh air coming in. Plus the repair delayed our departure. I am glad the maintenance crew were able to fix the problem. I also was without use of my tv monitor for the first 1/3rd of the trip.

I paid for the service of having the right to choose my seat and it was not like that, they put me where they wanted and I explained to one of the staff that they were before boarding and they were very rude. I am traveling with the family and they put us in separate seats.

Little snafu at boarding. Staff communicated with gate poorly. Flight attendant was rude making disembark early. This was an older mint class. Needs an overhaul for sure. Food was good. The male flight attendant was really nice.

Everything was great except for some reason crew and ground crew could not figure out how to deal with an electric wheelchair and it delayed us 20-30mins. Was pretty frustrating for passengers and the captain.

Great! I love Jet Blue. My favorite airline! Very efficient, clean and timely.

We were told that our flight would be delayed for 90+ minutes because of weather, so we went to get something to eat only to have them randomly start boarding 15 minutes after the announcement, with no warning.

Entertainment... No earphones passed out. Many including me couldn't use the TV. Legroom was good. Crew was indifferent and a bit surly. Free wifi was a nice convenience. Check in desk location was unknown. Gate number on the boarding passes was wrong.

Confusing. Delay updates were out of whack At one point it said my flight was 25 hours. Three gate changes and two delays only to change back to original departure time. Gate announcer and on board flight attendant (Alejandro) making the announcements was impossible to understand due to accent and speed of speech. After beverage service the rear flight attendants sat back there on their phones. No refills no checking in, one sweep through for trash collection. Very impersonal. Bring back Coke products

Business class is great. New airplane, very comfortable, better than some of the major airlines I am used to

Delayed by almost an hour - I also noticed that all JetBlue flights departing from PBI were delayed yet the weather was perfect.

Excellent staff helping my 96 year old senior promptly with her oxygen needs

Good even though flight was delayed, the crew was prompt and efficient.

Flight was quite late as there was no pilot Crew is usually excellent, this flight not as good as usual there were more mistakes, slower and less friendly service But honestly the aircraft was too cramped and uncomfortable for a 4 hour flying get so, do to the aircraft liability the very best you could ever do is mediocre.

Absolute disaster. Rude, uncooperative staff. Staff ignores and pretends you don’t exist when you are asking them a question. Erroneous departure gate and baggage claim information. Equipment not working for purchase of drinks. Overly expensive baggage check-in fees. Overly crowded. Dirty airplane. Passengers coughing incessantly as if they were being gassed. Circled airport in flight several times and waited on the tarmac for 1.5 hours. The worst experience ever. Consider another industry. The travel industry is not for you.

The pairing of personal Bluetooth headset did not work, provided headset did not work, then the screen locked and therefore no in-flight entertainment was available.

Our flight was delayed several times. It left 9 hours after scheduling. We had to sleep in the airport.

This flight was 2.5 hours delayed due to crew issues. This meant that we arrived after 2 AM. Very very inconvenient and we were not really kept well informed.

The check-in and passport submission was complicated and repetitive, due to the poor communication between Air Canada and United. There should have been a single set of instructions and a single questionnaire that provided the data for both airlines.

United is today and old, the planes, the staff, the business processes. Yet they expect premium prices for a less than average flight experience. I should have remembered to stay away from them and will remember to stay away from them in the future since I'm traveling a lot again. In a nutshell, they suck eggs.

The entertainment wasn’t playing in the app or online.

Not too impressed with them to be honest. They had forgotten my gf meal, despite the fact that the app had notified me that it was sorted. Apparently there is a ‘glitch’ in the system, according to one of the stewardesses, and has been for a while. Also the legroom in economy is way too small (and I’m a slight person) and are very uncomfortable. An extra Internal flight I booked via the app, had not even given me the option to order a meal, so was unaware of that and left without food on a 9 hr. flight !! Don’t think I’ll use AA again after this.

The flight was uneventful. What was a problem was I was delayed getting home one entire day because the flight from Sacramento was delayed. That made getting to my connecting flight impossible. I had to stay another night at the hotel and incur that expense as a result.

VERY disappointed at the agent checking in my luggage. I know that the weight limit is 23 kg, a little over 50 pounds (50.71 pounds). Yet the agent kept repeating "50 pounds". So I said, the limit is 23 kg, and she had the audacity to say 'no, it is 22 kg!" Imagine my surprise. Was she ignorant or was she poorly trained? Not sure. The boarding process was pretty good. The speakers were loud enough so I still could hear them despite inconsiderate passengers continuing to speak while the announcements were going on. During the flight, the teenage girl sitting behind me kept pressing her feet to the back of my chair. I turned around several times, yet she did not get the hint. I did not make a fuss since I sense I had a bad streak that night with AA, so I just did the best I can to lean forward and not let that bother me.

Seats were very uncomfortable. I paid extra for a seat with more leg room, the seat was no different than a seat at the back of the plane. Flight attendant was rude.

Flights were on time. That's the main consideration since I had to change planes. The entertainment was whatever you bring with you and the food (in Economy) is non-existant. Neither of those was a surprise.

Mobility assistance at DFW is A JOKE!!! Totally disorganized, ineffective and annoying. Ended up having to walk and find our own way for a good part of the very, very long walk between gates. Worst assistance I have ever experienced.

Free WiFi and movies were not free - everything required signing up for future billing. Boston bound crew were very courteous and gracious.

This is a new route from Philadelphia to Naples. It was sold out. The team on board was excellent. I’ve flown this route twice this year and the flight has been excellent. I hope American keeps the route.

I did not enjoy continuously being lied to about the amount of time we would circle Chicago before deciding to redirect to Milwaukee. Then the amount of time we would sit on the ground in Milwaukee waiting for gas, or to take off again. Or the amount of time it would then take to get to Chicago again, or sit on the runway waiting for a gate. The whole time continuously hopefully we would make our connecting flight that kept getting delayed as well. Only to scramble and miss it. Enough with the BS. Tell me the truth. "Sorry, things are backed up and your probably not going to make your flight. You should rebook on the next flight now rather than wait." You'll never hear those words from an airline. Speaking of which. If the flight has been redirected and/or is seriously delayed, how about making the WiFi free for everyone so they get to rebooking and reserving hotel rooms while still in the air. You've inconvenienced me already and now you want me to pay $20 for Internet so I can try to make other plans. Absolutely disgusting!

Excellent. Attendants served preflight drinks and were courteous and nice.

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