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Cheapest round-trip
$663
Typical prices: $604-$1,163
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Fri 11/30Sat 12/15
SFO - MXL • 3 stops
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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Mexicali (SFO-MXL)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Francisco to Mexicali

Mon, Nov 30 - Tue, Dec 15
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9:11 pm - 6:51 amSFO  San Francisco-MXL Mexicali
33h 40m3 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
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6:00 am - 9:34 amMXL  Mexicali-SFO San Francisco
27h 34m3 stops Guadalajara Miguel Hidal Dallas/Fort Worth Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$663Multiple Airlines
Wed, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 9
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9:31 pm - 6:51 amSFO  San Francisco-MXL Mexicali
33h 20m3 stops Los Angeles Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
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6:00 am - 8:08 pmMXL  Mexicali-SFO San Francisco
14h 08m2 stops Guadalajara Miguel Hidal Los Angeles
$667Multiple Airlines
Mon, Nov 30 - Tue, Dec 15
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9:11 pm - 6:51 amSFO  San Francisco-MXL Mexicali
33h 40m3 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
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6:00 am - 9:01 pmMXL  Mexicali-SFO San Francisco
15h 01m2 stops Guadalajara Miguel Hidal Los Angeles
$683Multiple Airlines
Wed, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 9
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10:35 am - 6:51 amSFO  San Francisco-MXL Mexicali
20h 16m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
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6:00 am - 8:08 pmMXL  Mexicali-SFO San Francisco
14h 08m2 stops Guadalajara Miguel Hidal Los Angeles
$691Multiple Airlines
Wed, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 9
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9:31 pm - 6:51 amSFO  San Francisco-MXL Mexicali
33h 20m3 stops Los Angeles Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
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6:00 am - 10:53 pmMXL  Mexicali-SFO San Francisco
16h 53m3 stops Guadalajara Miguel Hidal Los Angeles Denver Intl
$728Multiple Airlines
Mon, Nov 30 - Tue, Dec 15
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11:41 am - 6:51 amSFO  San Francisco-MXL Mexicali
19h 10m2 stops Los Angeles Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
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6:00 am - 9:01 pmMXL  Mexicali-SFO San Francisco
15h 01m2 stops Guadalajara Miguel Hidal Los Angeles
$776Multiple Airlines
Fri, Nov 13 - Fri, Nov 20
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11:06 am - 6:51 amSFO  San Francisco-MXL Mexicali
19h 45m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
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1:02 pm - 2:56 pmMXL  Mexicali-SFO San Francisco
25h 54m3 stops León Del Bajio Los Angeles Salt Lake City
$827Multiple Airlines
Fri, Nov 13 - Fri, Nov 20
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1:36 pm - 12:13 pmSFO  San Francisco-MXL Mexicali
22h 37m3 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Los Angeles Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
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1:02 pm - 2:56 pmMXL  Mexicali-SFO San Francisco
25h 54m3 stops León Del Bajio Los Angeles Salt Lake City
$836Multiple Airlines
Sun, Nov 22 - Sun, Nov 29
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11:41 am - 6:51 amSFO  San Francisco-MXL Mexicali
19h 10m2 stops Los Angeles Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
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6:16 pm - 10:04 pmMXL  Mexicali-SFO San Francisco
27h 48m3 stops Guadalajara Miguel Hidal Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Ontario
$942Multiple Airlines
Sun, Nov 22 - Sun, Nov 29
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11:41 am - 5:27 pmSFO  San Francisco-MXL Mexicali
29h 46m3 stops Los Angeles Guadalajara Miguel Hidal Los Mochis Federal
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6:16 pm - 9:44 amMXL  Mexicali-SFO San Francisco
39h 28m3 stops Guadalajara Miguel Hidal Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Denver Intl
$963Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for San Francisco to Mexicali flights

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

Flights via Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $881. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

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

Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX) had the shortest average connection time for San Francisco to Mexicali layovers at 7h 11m over the past 3 months.

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Key details for San Francisco to Mexicali flights

Cheapest flight

$317
One-way flight from San Francisco to Mexicali

When to book flights from San Francisco to Mexicali

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Your San Francisco to Mexicali flight questions, answered

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

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

    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 Mexicali 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 $663 to $2,050. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

  • What car rental options are available at Mexicali Airport (MXL)?

    Mexicali Airport (MXL) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $5 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Hertz
    • Europcar
    • Fox
    • Avis
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car

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

    Flights from San Francisco to Mexicali usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and arrive at Mexicali (MXL).

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

    Most connecting flights from San Francisco to Mexicali pass through Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 49% on flights from San Francisco to Mexicali. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $604 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $1,163, a difference of $559.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Your guide to booking San Francisco to Mexicali 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 Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $604, about $559 less than Sunday fares (48% savings) based on the last 12 months.

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