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

Flights from San Francisco to Longyearbyen usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and arrive at Longyearbyen Svalbard (LYR).

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

Two cabin classes are available on flights from San Francisco to Longyearbyen: • Economy Class • Premium Economy Class

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

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 61% on flights from San Francisco to Longyearbyen. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $715 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $1,800, a difference of $1,085. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

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

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Have flight prices from San Francisco to Longyearbyen changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route varied from about $776 to $1,405. That means the highest observed fare was about 81% higher than the lowest one.

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

One-way fares from San Francisco to Longyearbyen are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $1,756, which is 16% below the typical average for this route.

What is the time difference between San Francisco and Longyearbyen?

Longyearbyen is 9 hours ahead of San Francisco (Central European Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

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

Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Longyearbyen range from $685 to $1,365, with an average of $986 over the past 12 months. Anything below $685 counts as a good deal.

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

Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Longyearbyen typically range from $685 to $1,365. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $516, on Scandinavian Airlines.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from San Francisco to Longyearbyen?

Scandinavian Airlines ($516) offered the cheapest round-trip ticket from San Francisco to Longyearbyen in the last 5 days.

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Cheapest round-trip

$516

Typical prices: $685-$1,365

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Mon 2/12Tue 2/20

SFO - LYR • 2 stops

Cheapest one-way

$471

Typical prices: $684-$2,087

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Sat 1/13

SFO - LYR • 3 stops

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March

Cheapest • 42% price drop

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Fri, Feb 12 - Sat, Feb 20

4:45 pm - 1:55 pmSFO San Francisco-LYR Longyearbyen Svalbard

36h 10m2 stops Kastrup Copenhagen Oslo Gardermoen

7:50 pm - 2:50 pmLYR Longyearbyen Svalbard-SFO San Francisco

52h 00m2 stops Oslo Gardermoen Kastrup Copenhagen

$516Scandinavian Airlines

Sat, Feb 13 - Sat, Feb 20

4:45 pm - 2:15 pmSFO San Francisco-LYR Longyearbyen Svalbard

36h 30m3 stops Kastrup Copenhagen Stockholm Arlanda Oslo Gardermoen

7:50 pm - 2:50 pmLYR Longyearbyen Svalbard-SFO San Francisco

52h 00m2 stops Oslo Gardermoen Kastrup Copenhagen

$573Scandinavian Airlines

Fri, Feb 12 - Sat, Feb 20

4:45 pm - 1:55 pmSFO San Francisco-LYR Longyearbyen Svalbard

36h 10m2 stops Kastrup Copenhagen Oslo Gardermoen

2:55 pm - 2:50 pmLYR Longyearbyen Svalbard-SFO San Francisco

56h 55m3 stops Tromso/Langnes Oslo Gardermoen Kastrup Copenhagen

$750Scandinavian Airlines

Sat, Feb 13 - Sat, Feb 20

4:45 pm - 2:15 pmSFO San Francisco-LYR Longyearbyen Svalbard

36h 30m2 stops Kastrup Copenhagen Oslo Gardermoen

7:50 pm - 2:50 pmLYR Longyearbyen Svalbard-SFO San Francisco

52h 00m2 stops Oslo Gardermoen Kastrup Copenhagen

$751Scandinavian Airlines

Sat, Feb 13 - Sat, Feb 20

4:45 pm - 2:15 pmSFO San Francisco-LYR Longyearbyen Svalbard

36h 30m2 stops Kastrup Copenhagen Oslo Gardermoen

7:50 pm - 2:50 pmLYR Longyearbyen Svalbard-SFO San Francisco

28h 00m2 stops Oslo Gardermoen Kastrup Copenhagen

$776Scandinavian Airlines

Sat, Feb 13 - Sat, Feb 20

4:45 pm - 2:15 pmSFO San Francisco-LYR Longyearbyen Svalbard

36h 30m2 stops Kastrup Copenhagen Oslo Gardermoen

7:50 pm - 2:50 pmLYR Longyearbyen Svalbard-SFO San Francisco

28h 00m2 stops Oslo Gardermoen Kastrup Copenhagen

$803Scandinavian Airlines

Sat, Feb 13 - Sat, Feb 20

4:45 pm - 2:15 pmSFO San Francisco-LYR Longyearbyen Svalbard

36h 30m2 stops Kastrup Copenhagen Oslo Gardermoen

7:50 pm - 2:50 pmLYR Longyearbyen Svalbard-SFO San Francisco

52h 00m2 stops Oslo Gardermoen Kastrup Copenhagen

$820Scandinavian Airlines

Sat, Feb 13 - Sat, Feb 20

4:45 pm - 2:15 pmSFO San Francisco-LYR Longyearbyen Svalbard

36h 30m2 stops Kastrup Copenhagen Oslo Gardermoen

2:55 pm - 2:50 pmLYR Longyearbyen Svalbard-SFO San Francisco

56h 55m3 stops Tromso/Langnes Oslo Gardermoen Kastrup Copenhagen

$985Scandinavian Airlines

Sat, Feb 13 - Sat, Feb 20

6:35 pm - 2:10 pmSFO San Francisco-LYR Longyearbyen Svalbard

58h 35m3 stops Istanbul Oslo Gardermoen Tromso/Langnes

2:55 pm - 4:30 pmLYR Longyearbyen Svalbard-SFO San Francisco

58h 35m3 stops Tromso/Langnes Oslo Gardermoen Istanbul

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How much is a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Longyearbyen? This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from San Francisco to Longyearbyen departing in february.

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High season	March
Cheapest flight	$471

The most popular month to fly with an average 14% increase in travelers.

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When to book flights from San Francisco to Longyearbyen

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What cabin classes can I book on flights from San Francisco to Longyearbyen?
Two cabin classes are available on flights from San Francisco to Longyearbyen:

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
Do I need a passport to fly from San Francisco to Longyearbyen?
Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.
How much should I expect to pay for a San Francisco to Longyearbyen flight?
Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Longyearbyen range from $685 to $1,365, with an average of $986 over the past 12 months. Anything below $685 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from San Francisco to Longyearbyen changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route varied from about $776 to $1,405. That means the highest observed fare was about 81% higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from San Francisco to Longyearbyen looking right now?
One-way fares from San Francisco to Longyearbyen are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $1,756, which is 16% below the typical average for this route.
Which airports can I use when flying from San Francisco to Longyearbyen?
Flights from San Francisco to Longyearbyen usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and arrive at Longyearbyen Svalbard (LYR).
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Francisco to Longyearbyen?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 61% on flights from San Francisco to Longyearbyen. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $715 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $1,800, a difference of $1,085.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
What is the time difference between San Francisco and Longyearbyen?
Longyearbyen is 9 hours ahead of San Francisco (Central European Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Thursday flights average $715, about $1,085 less than Monday fares (60% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Francisco to Longyearbyen trip for March. Fares historically average $573 round-trip in that month - typically $1,227 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).

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