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Cheapest round-trip
$399
Typical prices: $469-$674
American Airlines
Sun 12/2Mon 12/10
SFO - DAY • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$221
Typical prices: $242-$460
Multiple Airlines
Sun 11/18
SFO - DAY • 3 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between San Francisco and Dayton. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
October
Cheapest • 20% price drop
July
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Charlotte Douglas (CLT)
Cheapest • Avg $451 (round-trip)
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Shortest trip • 7h 52m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Dayton (SFO-DAY)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Francisco to Dayton

Wed, Dec 2 - Thu, Dec 10
American Airlines Logo
11:12 am - 11:26 pmSFO  San Francisco-DAY Dayton
9h 14m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
11:24 am - 6:14 pmDAY  Dayton-SFO San Francisco
9h 50m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$399American Airlines
Fri, Oct 30 - Sun, Nov 1
American Airlines Logo
11:36 pm - 10:36 amSFO  San Francisco-DAY Dayton
8h 00m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
6:48 am - 11:11 amDAY  Dayton-SFO San Francisco
7h 23m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$399American Airlines
Mon, Oct 19 - Mon, Oct 26
United Airlines Logo
11:10 pm - 9:47 amSFO  San Francisco-DAY Dayton
7h 37m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
United Airlines Logo
7:55 pm - 1:29 amDAY  Dayton-SFO San Francisco
8h 34m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$399United Airlines
Fri, Oct 9 - Thu, Oct 15
Delta Logo
10:25 pm - 10:38 amSFO  San Francisco-DAY Dayton
9h 13m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
6:47 pm - 11:56 pmDAY  Dayton-SFO San Francisco
8h 09m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$399Delta
Mon, Oct 12 - Mon, Oct 19
Delta Logo
10:25 pm - 10:38 amSFO  San Francisco-DAY Dayton
9h 13m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
6:47 pm - 11:56 pmDAY  Dayton-SFO San Francisco
8h 09m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$399Delta
Thu, Dec 24 - Fri, Jan 1
American Airlines Logo
9:09 am - 9:08 pmSFO  San Francisco-DAY Dayton
8h 59m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
5:27 am - 11:05 amDAY  Dayton-SFO San Francisco
8h 38m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$399American Airlines
Sun, Nov 1 - Wed, Nov 11
Delta Logo
10:25 pm - 10:38 amSFO  San Francisco-DAY Dayton
9h 13m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
3:22 pm - 9:49 pmDAY  Dayton-SFO San Francisco
9h 27m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$399Delta
Wed, Jan 6 - Sat, Jan 9
United Airlines Logo
12:26 pm - 11:53 pmSFO  San Francisco-DAY Dayton
8h 27m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
5:10 am - 10:25 amDAY  Dayton-SFO San Francisco
8h 15m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$509United Airlines
Tue, Oct 13 - Sat, Oct 17
Alaska Airlines Logo
8:20 am - 12:26 amSFO  San Francisco-DAY Dayton
13h 06m2 stops San Diego Chicago O'Hare Intl
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 6:01 pmDAY  Dayton-SFO San Francisco
15h 01m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$813Alaska Airlines
Wed, Jan 6 - Sat, Jan 9
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 10:47 pmSFO  San Francisco-DAY Dayton
12h 47m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
Alaska Airlines Logo
11:18 am - 8:03 pmDAY  Dayton-SFO San Francisco
11h 45m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Portland
$813Alaska Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for San Francisco to Dayton flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from San Francisco to Dayton with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Dayton start at $399. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $469 to $674. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $399 on American Airlines.

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

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Dayton, it is 9% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 38% 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 Dayton?

•October is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Dayton at $442 round-trip.
•December ($767) and May ($654) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 73% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for San Francisco to Dayton flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

$221
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 20% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 10% lower on average.
Flight from San Francisco to Dayton

When to book flights from San Francisco to Dayton

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Francisco to Dayton 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 Dayton flight questions, answered

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

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

    Flights from San Francisco to Dayton usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and arrive at Dayton (DAY).

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

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

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 60% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 25% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 11% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) - 2% of one-stop connections

    Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) 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 Dayton?

    On the San Francisco to Dayton route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 35%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $505 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $767: a $262 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

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

    A nonstop flight from San Francisco to Dayton takes 0h 00m, covering 2,045 miles.

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

    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 are flight prices from San Francisco to Dayton looking right now?

    One-way fares from San Francisco to Dayton are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $299, which is 13% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 52m, compared with 8h 00m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and 8h 09m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

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

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

  • What car rental options are available at Dayton Airport (DAY)?

    Dayton Airport (DAY) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $32 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Budget
    • Thrifty
    • Hertz
    • Alamo
    • Avis

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

    Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Dayton range from $469 to $674, with an average of $554 over the past 12 months. Anything below $469 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking San Francisco to Dayton 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 $505 - about $262 less than Monday (34% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Francisco to Dayton trip for October. Fares historically average $442 round-trip in that month - typically $325 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).

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