SFO - BDL

$145 Find Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Hartford

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Cheapest round-trip
$266
Overall average: $528
United Airlines
Tue 4/14Tue 5/5
SFO - BDL • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$145
Typical prices: $191-$352
Frontier
Thu 4/2
SFO - BDL • 1 stop
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Cheapest • from $286 (round-trip)
Best reviews • 8.0 score
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There are currently no direct flights between San Francisco and Hartford. You'll need at least 1 connection.
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Cheapest • Avg $290 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 7h 34m (one-way)
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 3 weeks in advance save around 34% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 19% price drop
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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Hartford (SFO-BDL)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Hartford that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Francisco to Hartford

Tue, Apr 14 - Tue, May 5
United Airlines Logo
10:50 pm - 10:03 am
SFO
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BDL
8h 13m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
6:05 am - 12:30 pm
BDL
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SFO
9h 25m
1 stop
$266United Airlines
Tue, Apr 14 - Tue, May 5
Southwest Logo
11:25 pm - 10:40 am
SFO
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BDL
8h 15m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
12:50 pm - 10:10 pm
BDL
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SFO
12h 20m
2 stops
$276Southwest
Tue, Apr 14 - Tue, May 5
Southwest Logo
7:15 pm - 8:10 am
SFO
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BDL
9h 55m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
4:05 pm - 11:15 pm
BDL
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SFO
10h 10m
2 stops
$281Southwest
Tue, Apr 28 - Tue, May 5
United Airlines Logo
12:35 pm - 11:59 pm
SFO
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BDL
8h 24m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
6:05 am - 12:30 pm
BDL
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SFO
9h 25m
1 stop
$286United Airlines
Wed, Apr 29 - Tue, May 5
Delta Logo
10:55 pm - 11:57 am
SFO
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BDL
10h 02m
1 stop
Delta Logo
2:21 pm - 8:24 pm
BDL
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SFO
9h 03m
1 stop
$291Delta
Mon, Apr 13 - Sat, Apr 25
American Airlines Logo
10:35 pm - 10:12 am
SFO
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BDL
8h 37m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
2:47 pm - 11:04 pm
BDL
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SFO
11h 17m
1 stop
$296American Airlines
Wed, May 20 - Wed, Jun 3
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:16 am - 11:59 pm
SFO
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BDL
14h 43m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
2:13 pm - 10:52 pm
BDL
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SFO
11h 39m
1 stop
$297Multiple Airlines
Mon, Apr 13 - Sat, Apr 25
American Airlines Logo
10:35 pm - 10:12 am
SFO
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BDL
8h 37m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
2:47 pm - 9:28 pm
BDL
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SFO
9h 41m
1 stop
$301American Airlines
Tue, Apr 21 - Fri, May 1
Multiple Airlines Logo
2:47 pm - 11:05 pm
SFO
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BDL
29h 18m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
5:18 pm - 5:34 pm
BDL
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SFO
27h 16m
1 stop
$303Multiple Airlines
Tue, Apr 7 - Tue, Apr 14
Southwest Logo
11:25 pm - 10:40 am
SFO
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BDL
8h 15m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
6:20 pm - 11:35 pm
BDL
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SFO
8h 15m
1 stop
$306Southwest
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for San Francisco to Hartford flights

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

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Hartford, 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 Hartford is January, where tickets cost $358 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are November and March, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $566 and $561 respectively.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Hartford, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from San Francisco to Hartford, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 34% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 8 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight$145
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 19% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 15% lower on average.
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When to book flights from San Francisco to Hartford

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

  • 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.

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

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from San Francisco to Hartford was $145 for a one-way ticket and $286 for a round-trip.

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

    A passport is not required to fly from San Francisco to Hartford.

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

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

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

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

  • What is the most popular layover when flying to Hartford from San Francisco?

    Charlotte is the most popular layover city among KAYAK users traveling from San Francisco to Hartford.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from San Francisco to Hartford, Southwest or Delta?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from San Francisco to Hartford are Southwest and Delta. With an average price for the route of $473 and an overall rating of 8.0, Southwest is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $399 and an overall rating of 7.9.

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

    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 Hartford.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Hartford 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 Hartford?

    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 Hartford with an airline and back to San Francisco with another airline. Booking your flights between San Francisco and BDL 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 Hartford?

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

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

  • 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.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from San Francisco to Hartford

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from San Francisco to Hartford. 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.
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8.0
SouthwestOverall score based on 4317 reviews
7.0Food
7.5Entertainment
8.0Comfort
8.6Crew
8.1Boarding
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The problem with the seat assignments is that there were a lot of rows in the front that were empty but my row at the back was full. Just not so pleasant.

8.0 ExcellentTobin, Mar 2026
SJC - BUR
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The problem with the seat assignments is that there were a lot of rows in the front that were empty but my row at the back was full. Just not so pleasant.

Good but I prefer choose your own seat. With the new assigned seats they should board from the back I see no advantage to this new boarding. Just like every other airline

Flight boarded late after announcing on time boarding. Flight arrived only a little late despite late departure. Had trouble connecting to WiFi

The Southwest experience has definitely taken a dive from its early days. You can no longer deferentiate from other airlines. Air travel is too expensive. Southwest is no longer budget friendly. They have lost me as a loyal customer.

The charges were ridiculous for an hour flight and the turbulence was very scary.

The seats are now more narrow. I paid for front row the seats in the front are even more narrow than before.

The wifi on the plane is great. The only issue that I have is that I prefer an aisle seat and on my trips this week, I was either in the middle or window. If we can work to secure aisle seating, I will be thrilled. Nice trip.

Great flight but super high price. Glad it was a business trip and not personal

3 hour delay. Had to change plans and was still delayed.

We got exit row seats both flights. Everything was running on time

I was in first class and literally the men behind me were so aggressively loud I moved myself to economy. This has become so common on Delta - people using audio without headphones, and men on 12am / late night flights drinking and yelling to talk to each other which prevents anyone around them from resting. Pretty crazy to have to move from first to economy (poorer service, less comfort...). Wild wild. Looking into other airlines.

Flight was delayed by 3-hours and their fix was… complimentary pretzels.

The crew, and fellow passengers, were super gracious and kind. There seemed to be plenty of bin space even though the plane was full. It’s nice to get a glass of wine with dinner in Premiere seating, and there was a lot of food.

Everything I mentioned earlier - the airbus was more comfortable indeed and the experience was further enhanced.

The plane was an older model, so it wasn’t as comfortable as others. The flight attendants were not helpful during onboarding. It was a full flight so there was chaos finding space for baggage.

Awesome! On time flight, early arrival, and a complimentary upgrade!

Delta One is extraordinary. I fly business when somebody hires me. I just wonder why there is such a chasm between business class and the insanely inhumane and nonsensical coach. The seats are not large enough to fit even my tiny wife. We fly 10% of what we did because we don’t want to pay 5-10 k but for $400 it’s unbearable. It seems like the accountants took over and made stupid decisions. Screw in 20 extra seats and make it so unbearable that people fly 90% less. Just put the damn price up and put some proper chairs in. But business, yay.

I upgraded to first. Quick and easy boarding. Comfortable seat with power and a nice IPA.

Delta’s staff is unmatched. From the gate agents, to the pilots, to the flight attendants… all top of the industry.

The flight was delayed for about 2 hrs. Other than it, it was good.

Seats are uncomfortable. This has been a trend in the industry for decades. Trying to fit more seats on each plane to increase profits at the expense of the passenger.

Staff were good. My seat was in need of repair, but for a short flight was not problematic. Usual basic snack and drink setup that you'll find on any US carrier. Over, a decent, basic flight.

Flight delayed for more than 16 hrs and no effort was spent to provide an alternate

it was a very short flight so my expectations were low.

Very disappointing given gate agent behavior. Filed a formal complaint with United.

Terrible. No customer service, no food, no drinks on a 6 hour premier economy booking.

The flight crew where really good. Better then the crew from BNE to SFO

left on time, reasonable boarding process arrived early luggage came out quickly

Pushed back only to get deplaned due to a tire damaged by ground crew. They did at least go pretty fast. The bathrooms should be banned under the Geneva convention. No room to even sit straight on the toilet. The under-seat entertainment units block what little leg room there is.

United airlines has the best customer experience from booking to arrival. I always fly United airlines. The mileage program is excellent

Dloght delayed by 2.5 hrs . Common theme in my last four american floghts

Like all of the flights I took to get down to Dallas. They were delayed

They are rarely on time! Very hard to plan your travels when flights or connections keep getting delayed.

My seat was assigned last row behind restrooms No legroom’s I’m very Pettit Still was not comfortable Food choice was excellent

The worst Airline ever. They centered my second flight and leave me in NY. They don’t have any representatives at the airport and they don’t respond to calls. Basically I got stuck. I will never purchase through there again.

The chicken wrap was tiny ($13 for what looked like a 1/3 of a normal wrap?) and disgusting.

Mediocre would be best description. Food bland. Seat biz class uncomfortable to sleep. Crew never dimmed lights completely in an overnight flight to Europe. Would avoid AA if possible.

Small plane, poor meal choices for first class, bad terminal and boarding experience at LAX

Massimo, flight attendant was very authentic, attentive - wonderful. Food/wrap was just okay.

Experience was great. The best part is the free Wi-Fi connection which helps me to work on the flight

There's no seats that lean back with little leg space i wad uncomfortable the entire flight. Your charges for extra baggage is despicable and costly!!

Remind customers of the need to have passport or new ID for boarding.

Flight was canceled. Most upsetting was message from Kayak, stating that the flight was canceled and click with Kayak for details regarding rebook, refund details. THERE'S NO INFORMATION PROVIDED BY KAYAK EXCEPT THAT FLIGHT IS CANCELED. AND NOW THIS SURVEY TO FIND OUT HOW WAS THE FLIGHT !!!!!!!

The flight never took off and we spent 7 hours at the airport

It was ok. It was expensive to check 2 bags ($75.00 per bag), and then it took a long time to wait for shuttle to take us from one terminal to the terminal where the plane was taking off at LAX. And all of this for a flight where we had to pay for any food or drink that was not water.

When I wanted to check in 3 hours prior to boarding time, the employees mentioned “a little over an hour delay” so I waited for an hour then I went to go look for food in the terminal and most people from that flight were in the same area looking for food. Finally I decided after food to check to see if it’s anytime closer and now it’s 2 mins until boarding closes?! What are you kidding me? I didn’t receive anything via sms about boarding now nor via email or on the intercom. I luckily made it through, barely, and then there’s no room for my carry on mind you I’m in the very first row so I had to place my purse in one further row back and my carry on sections down. Not sure who pays for better seats to get your stuff placed all over the plane but that was the worst experience I’ve ever had flying with anyone.

This airline sucks. They offer low rates then charge you for everything, the app does not work well, the seats are the most uncomfortable. Maintenance issues on the flight, and you still have to sit through their credit card commercials. People are nice enough but does not make up for overall poor experience.

Cancelled flight after I arrived at airport after 75 min drive and parking. Next flight was 4 days in the future. Had to scramble and buy a much more expensive flight on another carrier.

I liked the turn-style feature at gate 209B at LAX. Very efficient process. The gate staff also made several, clearly directed announcements so I felt very informed.

The seats were awful, hard plastic covered in sheet vinyl. The airline tries to scam you into paying extra to get seat together when the flight wasn’t full. They were going to separate a family with young children but my wife who had a row to herself gave up her seat so the young mom could be with her young boys. I’m never giving this airline my money again.

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