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Cheapest round-trip
$376
Typical prices: $403-$638
Multiple Airlines
Sat 11/17Sat 12/15
SFO - BDL • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$463
Typical prices: $662-$727
United Airlines
Thu 4/5Mon 4/9
SFO - BDL • Non-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 5 weeks in advance save around 35% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 31% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $452 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 7h 51m (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

Tue, Nov 17 - Tue, Dec 15
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5:07 pm - 10:59 pmSFO  San Francisco-BDL Hartford Bradley Intl
26h 52m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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7:05 am - 9:46 pmBDL  Hartford Bradley Intl-SFO San Francisco
17h 41m2 stops Raleigh-Durham San Diego
$376Multiple Airlines
Mon, Nov 23 - Mon, Dec 14
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5:00 am - 4:31 pmSFO  San Francisco-BDL Hartford Bradley Intl
8h 31m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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12:17 pm - 8:14 pmBDL  Hartford Bradley Intl-SFO San Francisco
10h 57m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$377American Airlines
Sat, Feb 13 - Thu, Feb 18
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11:55 pm - 12:10 pmSFO  San Francisco-BDL Hartford Bradley Intl
9h 15m1 stop Chicago Midway
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6:55 pm - 12:30 amBDL  Hartford Bradley Intl-SFO San Francisco
8h 35m1 stop Chicago Midway
$377Southwest
Fri, Jan 15 - Mon, Jan 18
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11:55 pm - 11:00 amSFO  San Francisco-BDL Hartford Bradley Intl
8h 05m1 stop Chicago Midway
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6:55 pm - 12:30 amBDL  Hartford Bradley Intl-SFO San Francisco
8h 35m1 stop Chicago Midway
$377Southwest
Thu, Dec 3 - Tue, Dec 8
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1:36 pm - 11:47 pmSFO  San Francisco-BDL Hartford Bradley Intl
7h 11m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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1:30 pm - 9:44 pmBDL  Hartford Bradley Intl-SFO San Francisco
11h 14m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$377Delta
Thu, Nov 26 - Wed, Dec 16
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6:00 am - 4:25 pmSFO  San Francisco-BDL Hartford Bradley Intl
7h 25m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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1:30 pm - 9:44 pmBDL  Hartford Bradley Intl-SFO San Francisco
11h 14m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$377Delta
Tue, Dec 1 - Thu, Dec 3
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9:00 pm - 11:09 amSFO  San Francisco-BDL Hartford Bradley Intl
11h 09m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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6:00 am - 12:07 pmBDL  Hartford Bradley Intl-SFO San Francisco
9h 07m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
$377JetBlue
Wed, Nov 18 - Sun, Dec 13
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5:07 pm - 10:33 pmSFO  San Francisco-BDL Hartford Bradley Intl
26h 26m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Norfolk
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5:51 pm - 11:26 amBDL  Hartford Bradley Intl-SFO San Francisco
20h 35m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$377Multiple Airlines
Wed, Dec 2 - Mon, Dec 7
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9:59 pm - 9:05 amSFO  San Francisco-BDL Hartford Bradley Intl
8h 06m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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3:38 pm - 10:48 pmBDL  Hartford Bradley Intl-SFO San Francisco
10h 10m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$377American Airlines
Mon, Nov 16 - Wed, Dec 16
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11:15 am - 11:59 pmSFO  San Francisco-BDL Hartford Bradley Intl
9h 44m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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12:00 pm - 10:24 pmBDL  Hartford Bradley Intl-SFO San Francisco
13h 24m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$448JetBlue
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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 with more confidence.

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

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 Hartford. It’s 12% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 17% higher.

What’s 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 ($557) 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 flights from San Francisco to Hartford the cheapest?

Flights from San Francisco to Hartford are cheapest 5 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 35% 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

$132
Beat the crowds with an average 53% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 55% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from San Francisco to Hartford

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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Your San Francisco to Hartford flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

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

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

  • 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.

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

    Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Hartford range from $403 to $638, with an average of $522 over the past 12 months. Anything below $403 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 25% above the $522 route average. Book 5 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from San Francisco to Hartford?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $452 round-trip via New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK), compared to $727 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from San Francisco to Hartford?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $80–$80 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • 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 $376 to $2,132. 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 $179, which is 39% below the typical average for this route.

  • 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 averaging $77 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Hertz
    • Alamo
    • Dollar
    • Thrifty
    • Budget

  • 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).

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

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

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 21% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 20% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago Midway (MDW) - 16% of one-stop connections
    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 9% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 25% on flights from San Francisco to Hartford. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $464 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $613, a difference of $149.

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

  • 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 51m, compared with 8h 10m via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) and 8h 16m via Chicago Midway (MDW).

  • 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 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.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on San Francisco to Hartford flights?

    Among airlines operating San Francisco to Hartford flights:

    • United Airlines: 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 Hartford flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • United 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.

  • 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.

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 are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average $464, about $149 less than Sunday fares (24% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 5 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 35% 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 have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $452 round-trip on this route - about $275 less than direct flights (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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