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

Flights from San Francisco to Lincoln usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and arrive at Lincoln (LNK).

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

Two cabin classes are available on flights from San Francisco to Lincoln: • Economy Class • First Class

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

Connecting flights from San Francisco to Lincoln most commonly pass through: • Denver Intl (DEN) - 71% of one-stop connections • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 29% 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 Lincoln?

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 52% on the San Francisco to Lincoln route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $428 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $874, a difference of $446. 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 Lincoln?

There are currently no nonstop flights available from San Francisco to Lincoln. Flights with 1 layover take between 6h 06m and 7h 18m in total, depending on the connection.

Do I need a passport to fly from San Francisco to Lincoln?

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 Lincoln 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 $274 to $1,178. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

One-way fares from San Francisco to Lincoln are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $262, which is 19% below the typical average for this route.

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

Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 06m, compared with 7h 18m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

What is the time difference between San Francisco and Lincoln?

Lincoln is 2 hours ahead of San Francisco (Central Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

What car rental options are available at Lincoln Airport (LNK)?

Lincoln Airport (LNK) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $30 for economy cars. Top options include: · Avis · Hertz · Alamo · Payless · Budget

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

Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Lincoln range from $360 to $698, with an average of $428 over the past 12 months. Anything below $360 counts as a good deal.

What is the most popular layover airport when flying from San Francisco to Lincoln?

Denver Intl (DEN) is the most popular layover for the San Francisco to Lincoln route. 71% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via DEN.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from San Francisco to Lincoln?

Flights via Denver Intl (DEN) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $511. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from San Francisco to Lincoln which airport offers the shortest layover?

Denver Intl (DEN) had the shortest average connection time for San Francisco to Lincoln layovers at 230 minutes over the past 3 months.

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Fri, Sep 18 - Sat, Sep 26

10:24 pm - 2:10 pmSFO San Francisco-LNK Lincoln

13h 46m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

2:50 pm - 8:14 amLNK Lincoln-SFO San Francisco

19h 24m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

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10:24 pm - 2:10 pmSFO San Francisco-LNK Lincoln

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2:50 pm - 10:22 amLNK Lincoln-SFO San Francisco

21h 32m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Los Angeles

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Thu, Sep 24 - Wed, Sep 30

12:30 pm - 10:59 pmSFO San Francisco-LNK Lincoln

8h 29m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

2:46 pm - 8:25 pmLNK Lincoln-SFO San Francisco

7h 39m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$374American Airlines

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6:00 am - 2:10 pmSFO San Francisco-LNK Lincoln

30h 10m2 stops Denver Intl Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

2:50 pm - 8:14 amLNK Lincoln-SFO San Francisco

19h 24m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

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8:56 pm - 2:10 pmSFO San Francisco-LNK Lincoln

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Thu, Dec 10 - Mon, Dec 14

11:12 pm - 10:30 amSFO San Francisco-LNK Lincoln

9h 18m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

5:15 pm - 10:43 pmLNK Lincoln-SFO San Francisco

7h 28m1 stop Denver Intl

$429United Airlines

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11:30 pm - 10:38 amSFO San Francisco-LNK Lincoln

9h 08m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

1:15 pm - 5:49 pmLNK Lincoln-SFO San Francisco

6h 34m1 stop Denver Intl

$429United Airlines

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12:10 am - 10:29 amSFO San Francisco-LNK Lincoln

8h 19m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

5:15 pm - 9:31 pmLNK Lincoln-SFO San Francisco

6h 16m1 stop Denver Intl

$429United Airlines

Thu, Dec 10 - Mon, Dec 14

5:00 am - 12:13 pmSFO San Francisco-LNK Lincoln

5h 13m1 stop Denver Intl

5:15 pm - 10:43 pmLNK Lincoln-SFO San Francisco

7h 28m1 stop Denver Intl

$429United Airlines

Thu, Sep 24 - Wed, Sep 30

8:00 am - 10:59 pmSFO San Francisco-LNK Lincoln

12h 59m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Dallas/Fort Worth

2:46 pm - 8:25 pmLNK Lincoln-SFO San Francisco

7h 39m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

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What is the cheapest airline to fly from San Francisco to Lincoln?

American Airlines ($374) and United Airlines ($429) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Lincoln according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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Which airports can I use when flying from San Francisco to Lincoln?
Flights from San Francisco to Lincoln usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and arrive at Lincoln (LNK).
What cabin classes can I book on flights from San Francisco to Lincoln?
Two cabin classes are available on flights from San Francisco to Lincoln:

• Economy Class
• First Class
Which airports do connecting flights from San Francisco to Lincoln pass through?
Connecting flights from San Francisco to Lincoln most commonly pass through:

• Denver Intl (DEN) - 71% of one-stop connections
• Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 29% 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 Lincoln?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 52% on the San Francisco to Lincoln route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $428 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $874, a difference of $446. 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 Lincoln?
There are currently no nonstop flights available from San Francisco to Lincoln. Flights with 1 layover take between 6h 06m and 7h 18m in total, depending on the connection.
Do I need a passport to fly from San Francisco to Lincoln?
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 Lincoln 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 $274 to $1,178. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from San Francisco to Lincoln looking right now?
One-way fares from San Francisco to Lincoln are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $262, which is 19% below the typical average for this route.
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from San Francisco to Lincoln?
Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 06m, compared with 7h 18m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).
What is the time difference between San Francisco and Lincoln?
Lincoln is 2 hours ahead of San Francisco (Central Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
What car rental options are available at Lincoln Airport (LNK)?
Lincoln Airport (LNK) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $30 for economy cars. Top options include:
· Avis
· Hertz
· Alamo
· Payless
· Budget
How much should I expect to pay for a San Francisco to Lincoln flight?
Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Lincoln range from $360 to $698, with an average of $428 over the past 12 months. Anything below $360 counts as a good deal.

If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $428 - about $446 less than Saturday (51% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Francisco to Lincoln trip for August. Fares historically average $357 round-trip in that month - typically $517 less than the most expensive month, which is September (based on the last 12 months).
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Lincoln Airport.
- Wingate by Wyndham Lincoln Airport East I-80
- Hampton Inn Lincoln Airport
- Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Lincoln Airport

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