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Cheapest round-trip
$614
Typical prices: $604-$1,000
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SFO - MXL • 1 stop
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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

Sun, Dec 6 - Thu, Dec 10
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7:00 am - 6:29 pmSFO  San Francisco-MXL Mexicali
11h 29m1 stop Puerto Vallarta Ordaz
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4:13 pm - 5:22 pmMXL  Mexicali-SFO San Francisco
25h 09m2 stops Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$614Multiple Airlines
Sun, Dec 6 - Fri, Dec 11
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8:23 am - 5:34 pmSFO  San Francisco-MXL Mexicali
9h 11m1 stop San José del Cabo Los Cabos
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4:13 pm - 6:46 pmMXL  Mexicali-SFO San Francisco
26h 33m2 stops Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$655Multiple Airlines
Sun, Dec 6 - Sat, Dec 12
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7:00 am - 6:29 pmSFO  San Francisco-MXL Mexicali
11h 29m1 stop Puerto Vallarta Ordaz
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6:00 am - 9:21 pmMXL  Mexicali-SFO San Francisco
15h 21m2 stops Guadalajara Miguel Hidal Los Angeles
$681Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 1 - Sun, Oct 4
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9:00 am - 8:02 amSFO  San Francisco-MXL Mexicali
23h 02m2 stops Los Angeles Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
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1:00 pm - 8:58 pmMXL  Mexicali-SFO San Francisco
7h 58m1 stop San José del Cabo Los Cabos
$721Multiple Airlines
Mon, Sep 21 - Mon, Sep 28
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4:40 pm - 3:23 pmSFO  San Francisco-MXL Mexicali
46h 43m3 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Cancun Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo
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4:12 pm - 12:34 pmMXL  Mexicali-SFO San Francisco
44h 22m3 stops Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo Cancun Toronto Pearson Intl
$817Multiple Airlines
Sun, Oct 4 - Mon, Oct 5
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8:28 am - 5:43 pmSFO  San Francisco-MXL Mexicali
9h 15m1 stop San José del Cabo Los Cabos
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6:19 pm - 5:00 pmMXL  Mexicali-SFO San Francisco
22h 41m2 stops Guadalajara Miguel Hidal Los Angeles
$831Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 1 - Sun, Oct 4
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6:40 am - 12:54 pmSFO  San Francisco-MXL Mexicali
30h 14m3 stops Vancouver Intl Mexico City Benito Juarez Culiacán Fedl De Bachigualato
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4:14 pm - 12:34 pmMXL  Mexicali-SFO San Francisco
44h 20m3 stops Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo Cancun Toronto Pearson Intl
$874Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 1 - Sun, Oct 4
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6:40 am - 12:54 pmSFO  San Francisco-MXL Mexicali
30h 14m3 stops Vancouver Intl Mexico City Benito Juarez Culiacán Fedl De Bachigualato
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4:14 pm - 10:44 amMXL  Mexicali-SFO San Francisco
42h 30m2 stops Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo Toronto Pearson Intl
$899Multiple Airlines
Sun, Oct 4 - Mon, Oct 5
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6:40 am - 12:21 pmSFO  San Francisco-MXL Mexicali
29h 41m3 stops Vancouver Intl Mexico City Benito Juarez Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
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4:14 pm - 10:44 amMXL  Mexicali-SFO San Francisco
42h 30m3 stops Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo Cancun Toronto Pearson Intl
$947Multiple Airlines
Wed, Nov 25 - Sun, Nov 29
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2:45 pm - 6:29 pmSFO  San Francisco-MXL Mexicali
27h 44m2 stops Vancouver Intl Puerto Vallarta Ordaz
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11:50 pm - 11:05 amMXL  Mexicali-SFO San Francisco
35h 15m2 stops Mexico City Benito Juarez Toronto Pearson Intl
$978Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for San Francisco to Mexicali flights

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

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 $921. 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 444 minutes over the past 3 months.

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$614
Flight from San Francisco to Mexicali

When to book flights from San Francisco to Mexicali

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Francisco to Mexicali 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 Mexicali 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 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. Other layover airports each see under 5%.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 49% on the San Francisco to Mexicali route. 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.

  • 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 $614 to $1,842. 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

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

    Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Mexicali range from $604 to $1,000, with an average of $609 over the past 12 months. Anything below $604 counts as a good deal.

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 can be flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $604 - about $559 less than Sunday (48% savings) based on the last 12 months.

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Information on your arrival and departure airports

San Francisco (SFO)
Mexicali (MXL)