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Cheapest round-trip
$331
Typical prices: $365-$611
Multiple Airlines
Mon 10/1Sat 10/13
SFO - BDL • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$183
Typical prices: $195-$363
United Airlines
Wed 9/5
SFO - BDL • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
There are currently no direct flights between San Francisco and Hartford. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 25 weeks in advance save around 36% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 26% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $290 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 7h 54m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Hartford (SFO-BDL)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Francisco to Hartford

Thu, Oct 1 - Tue, Oct 13
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12:07 pm - 11:44 pmSFO  San Francisco-BDL Hartford Bradley Intl
32h 37m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Jacksonville
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8:00 am - 6:25 pmBDL  Hartford Bradley Intl-SFO San Francisco
13h 25m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$331Multiple Airlines
Wed, Sep 9 - Wed, Sep 16
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7:11 pm - 10:55 pmSFO  San Francisco-BDL Hartford Bradley Intl
24h 44m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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6:10 am - 10:22 amBDL  Hartford Bradley Intl-SFO San Francisco
31h 12m2 stops Charleston Los Angeles Los Angeles
$351Multiple Airlines
Sat, Sep 12 - Tue, Sep 15
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11:14 pm - 9:37 amSFO  San Francisco-BDL Hartford Bradley Intl
7h 23m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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10:33 am - 5:35 pmBDL  Hartford Bradley Intl-SFO San Francisco
10h 02m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$370United Airlines
Fri, Sep 11 - Tue, Sep 15
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11:14 pm - 9:42 amSFO  San Francisco-BDL Hartford Bradley Intl
7h 28m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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10:33 am - 5:35 pmBDL  Hartford Bradley Intl-SFO San Francisco
10h 02m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$371United Airlines
Thu, Sep 10 - Tue, Sep 22
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11:30 pm - 12:02 pmSFO  San Francisco-BDL Hartford Bradley Intl
9h 32m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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6:24 pm - 11:56 pmBDL  Hartford Bradley Intl-SFO San Francisco
8h 32m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$375American Airlines
Thu, Sep 10 - Tue, Sep 22
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10:46 pm - 12:09 pmSFO  San Francisco-BDL Hartford Bradley Intl
10h 23m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:00 am - 11:30 amBDL  Hartford Bradley Intl-SFO San Francisco
8h 30m1 stop Philadelphia
$375American Airlines
Mon, Sep 14 - Tue, Sep 22
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10:59 pm - 8:42 amSFO  San Francisco-BDL Hartford Bradley Intl
6h 43m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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5:55 pm - 11:57 pmBDL  Hartford Bradley Intl-SFO San Francisco
9h 02m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$376Delta
Tue, Sep 15 - Wed, Sep 23
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11:30 pm - 10:38 amSFO  San Francisco-BDL Hartford Bradley Intl
8h 08m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:55 pm - 11:57 pmBDL  Hartford Bradley Intl-SFO San Francisco
9h 02m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$376Delta
Wed, Oct 14 - Mon, Oct 19
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11:40 pm - 11:00 amSFO  San Francisco-BDL Hartford Bradley Intl
8h 20m1 stop Chicago Midway
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7:05 pm - 12:05 amBDL  Hartford Bradley Intl-SFO San Francisco
8h 00m1 stop Chicago Midway
$376Southwest
Wed, Sep 16 - Wed, Sep 30
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7:55 pm - 9:40 amSFO  San Francisco-BDL Hartford Bradley Intl
10h 45m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Baltimore/Washington
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5:45 pm - 11:20 pmBDL  Hartford Bradley Intl-SFO San Francisco
8h 35m1 stop Denver Intl
$380Southwest
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Price, demand and travel trends for San Francisco to Hartford flights

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

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

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Hartford, it is 17% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 15% 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 Hartford?

  • January is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Hartford at $358 round-trip.
  • July ($568) and November ($566) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 58% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from San Francisco to Hartford the cheapest?

Flights from San Francisco to Hartford are cheapest 25 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 36% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for San Francisco to Hartford flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$183
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 25% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 20% lower on average.
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When to book flights from San Francisco to Hartford

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Your San Francisco to Hartford flight questions, answered

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

  • What flight options do I have from SFO to BDL?

    Most of the airlines flying along this route offer connecting flight services. Therefore, if you are flying from SFO to BDL, you can only opt for either short layover flights or flights with multiple layovers. Delta Airlines, Frontier Airlines and United Airlines are some of the airlines offering one-stop flight options along this route with layovers in Detroit (DTW), Denver (DEN), Charlotte (CLT), Minneapolis (MSP), Chicago (ORD) and Washington Dulles (IAD).

  • Do the departure and arrival airports offer services for passengers with limited mobility?

    If you are flying from San Francisco to Hartford with a companion with limited mobility, ensure that you contact your airline or TSA 48 hours prior to your departure date, informing them of how best they can assist. SFO is equipped with wheelchair services such as parking lots, washrooms, shuttles and lowered sinks. On the other hand, BDL offers extra assistance and wheelchair services.

  • Can I sleep at BDL?

    BDL employees are friendly to people who want to sleep there overnight, and some areas on the landside are suitable for sleeping. Specifically, a few couches in the lounge areas close to the lower-level baggage claim, benches, and seats in the carpeted hallway leading to the hotel. Although the airport is calm at night, pack eye protection because of the strong lighting.

  • Where can I catch up on unfinished work at SFO?

    Corporate travelers flying through SFO who don’t want to miss a beat while away from the office or want to catch up on unfinished work can take advantage of the business center within the airport. It is located in the main hall in the International terminal and is equipped with faxing and copying machines.

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

    Flights from San Francisco to Hartford usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and arrive at Hartford Bradley Intl (BDL).

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

    Four cabin classes are available on flights from San Francisco to Hartford:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

    Prices vary by airline.

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

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

    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 19% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 18% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) - 15% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago Midway (MDW) - 10% of one-stop connections

    Charlotte Douglas (CLT) 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 Hartford?

    On the San Francisco to Hartford route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 28%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $403 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $557: a $154 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What popular places can I visit in Hartford?

    Some of the most popular sights in Hartford are Connecticut Convention Center, XL Center and Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art. These are among the most viewed places in Hartford on KAYAK.

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

    A nonstop flight from San Francisco to Hartford takes 0h 00m, covering 2,617 miles.

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

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

    • Earliest: departs at 12:00 am and lands at 12:00 am
    • Latest: departs at 12:00 am and lands at 12:00 am.

    The flight takes about 0h 00m.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 27% above the route average of $481. Book 25 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    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 Hartford 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 $331 to $2,032. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from San Francisco to Hartford are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $188, which is 32% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 54m, compared with 8h 07m via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) and 8h 07m via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP).

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

    Hartford 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 Hartford Bradley Intl Airport (BDL)?

    Hartford Bradley Intl Airport (BDL) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $27 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Hertz
    · Alamo
    · Dollar
    · Thrifty
    · Budget

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

    Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Hartford range from $365 to $611, with an average of $481 over the past 12 months. Anything below $365 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking San Francisco to Hartford 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 Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average $403 - about $154 less than Sunday (28% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 25 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 36% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Francisco to Hartford trip for January. Fares historically average $358 round-trip in that month - typically $210 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you are flying through San Francisco International Airport (SFO) with your kids and would like them to burn some energy before boarding your flight to Hartford, you should take them to the kids’ play area available within the airport. SFO features an interactive kids’ spot in terminals 1, 2 and 3 equipped with toys and climbing structures.
  • Taxis are the best and most efficient way to travel from San Francisco city center to SFO. With a taxi or self-drive, you can take approximately 27 minutes to travel the 13 miles distance as compared to buses that take approximately 1h 36min to cover the same distance. However, if you opt to self-drive, you should factor in 15 minutes for parking.
  • If you want to explore Hartford fully without any restrictions, you can opt to book car rental services at Hartford Bradley International Airport (BDL) upon arrival or in advance and pick it up when you land. You will find rental agencies such as Hertz, Thrifty, Alamo, National, Avis, Dollar, Budget and Enterprise near the baggage claim area.
  • If you want to grab something to eat while at BDL, there are many food concessions within the airport that operate under different schedules. However, there are no round-the-clock eateries available. These dining areas are found in the arrivals and departures halls.
  • SFO features multiple airline lounges where passengers can unwind, relax and freshen up if they have some time at the airport before boarding their flights to Hartford. Most of these lounges, such as Delta Sky Club and American Airlines Admirals Club located in Terminals 1 on the Airside, are airline operated. On the other hand, BDL features an Escape Lounge on the Airside in the East Concourse that you can access regardless of the airline and class that you are flying.

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