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Cheapest round-trip
$399
Typical prices: $467-$668
American Airlines
Tue 10/16Thu 10/25
SFO - LAN • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$258
Typical prices: $362-$482
Multiple Airlines
Mon 10/8
SFO - LAN • 2 stops
When to travel
January
Cheapest • 22% price drop
October
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW)
Cheapest • Avg $565 (round-trip)
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Shortest trip • 7h 35m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Lansing (SFO-LAN)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Francisco to Lansing

Wed, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 9
American Airlines Logo
6:01 am - 3:31 pmSFO  San Francisco-LAN Lansing Capital City
6h 30m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
5:36 am - 9:40 amLAN  Lansing Capital City-SFO San Francisco
7h 04m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$399American Airlines
Sat, Oct 24 - Thu, Nov 5
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 3:29 pmSFO  San Francisco-LAN Lansing Capital City
6h 29m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
5:36 am - 9:40 amLAN  Lansing Capital City-SFO San Francisco
7h 04m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$399American Airlines
Sat, Oct 17 - Tue, Oct 20
Delta Logo
11:45 am - 10:30 pmSFO  San Francisco-LAN Lansing Capital City
7h 45m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Delta Logo
11:51 am - 6:17 pmLAN  Lansing Capital City-SFO San Francisco
9h 26m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$399Delta
Thu, Oct 29 - Sat, Nov 7
Delta Logo
11:40 am - 11:47 pmSFO  San Francisco-LAN Lansing Capital City
9h 07m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Delta Logo
6:35 am - 10:29 amLAN  Lansing Capital City-SFO San Francisco
6h 54m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$399Delta
Thu, Oct 22 - Mon, Oct 26
American Airlines Logo
3:18 pm - 12:51 amSFO  San Francisco-LAN Lansing Capital City
6h 33m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
5:38 am - 9:37 amLAN  Lansing Capital City-SFO San Francisco
6h 59m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$399American Airlines
Fri, Oct 16 - Sun, Oct 25
American Airlines Logo
3:18 pm - 12:51 amSFO  San Francisco-LAN Lansing Capital City
6h 33m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
5:38 am - 9:37 amLAN  Lansing Capital City-SFO San Francisco
6h 59m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$399American Airlines
Tue, Oct 13 - Mon, Oct 19
American Airlines Logo
2:18 pm - 12:51 amSFO  San Francisco-LAN Lansing Capital City
7h 33m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
5:38 am - 9:37 amLAN  Lansing Capital City-SFO San Francisco
6h 59m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$399American Airlines
Mon, Oct 26 - Wed, Nov 4
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 3:29 pmSFO  San Francisco-LAN Lansing Capital City
6h 29m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
5:36 am - 12:41 pmLAN  Lansing Capital City-SFO San Francisco
10h 05m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$399American Airlines
Sat, Oct 31 - Thu, Nov 5
Delta Logo
1:30 pm - 10:30 pmSFO  San Francisco-LAN Lansing Capital City
6h 00m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Delta Logo
6:08 pm - 10:38 pmLAN  Lansing Capital City-SFO San Francisco
7h 30m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$399Delta
Fri, Oct 30 - Fri, Nov 6
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 5:27 pmSFO  San Francisco-LAN Lansing Capital City
8h 27m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Delta Logo
6:08 pm - 10:38 pmLAN  Lansing Capital City-SFO San Francisco
7h 30m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$399Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for San Francisco to Lansing flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Lansing start at $399. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $467 to $668. 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 Lansing?

Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Lansing, it is 12% cheaper than the average day. Tuesday is the most expensive day with flight prices 27% 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 Lansing?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Lansing at $418 round-trip.
•December ($981) and February ($815) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 134% 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 Lansing flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$258
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 22% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 6% increase in price.
Flight from San Francisco to Lansing

When to book flights from San Francisco to Lansing

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Francisco to Lansing 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 Lansing 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 Lansing?

    Flights from San Francisco to Lansing usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and arrive at Lansing Capital City (LAN).

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

    Connecting flights from San Francisco to Lansing most commonly pass through:

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 56% of one-stop connections
    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 44% of one-stop connections
    Together, these airports account for 100% of one-stop bookings on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 31% on the San Francisco to Lansing route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $473 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $684, a difference of $211. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

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

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from San Francisco to Lansing. Flights with 1 layover take between 7h 35m and 7h 49m in total, depending on the connection.

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

    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 Lansing 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 $399 to $1,451. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from San Francisco to Lansing are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $319, which is 28% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 35m, compared with 7h 49m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW).

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

    Lansing 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 Lansing Capital City Airport (LAN)?

    Lansing Capital City Airport (LAN) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $27 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    • Avis
    • National

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

    Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Lansing range from $467 to $668, with an average of $535 over the past 12 months. Anything below $467 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking San Francisco to Lansing 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 Monday departure instead of Tuesday. On this route, Monday flights average $473 - about $211 less than Tuesday (31% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Francisco to Lansing trip for January. Fares historically average $418 round-trip in that month - typically $563 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).

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