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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from San Francisco to Miami:

• Earliest: departs at 12:37 am and lands at 6:11 am
• Latest: departs at 11:53 pm and lands at 5:27 am.

The flight takes about 5h 34m.

Four cabin classes are available on flights from San Francisco to Miami:

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class
• First Class

Prices vary by airline.

A nonstop flight from San Francisco to Miami takes 5h 34m, covering 2,579 miles.

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.

Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Miami range from $328 to $545, with an average of $422 over the past 12 months. Anything below $328 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 16% above the route average of $422. Book 24 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $344 round-trip via Denver Intl (DEN), compared to $429 for nonstop.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $40–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Boeing 737 MAX 9 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by United Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A321-100/200 variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on San Francisco to Miami flights, with 40% of flights leaving in that window. Night departures account for 40%, afternoon flights for 20%, and evening flights for 0%.

Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on San Francisco to Miami flights:

• American Airlines
• JetBlue

Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty program; others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

One-way fares from San Francisco to Miami are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $194, which is 25% below the typical average for this route.

Miami Airport (MIA) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $1 for economy cars. Top options include:
• Boutique Rent a Car
• Budget
• Dollar
• Alamo
• Hertz

Flights from San Francisco to Miami usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and arrive at Miami (MIA).

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the San Francisco to Miami route, 13% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2 hours 22 minutes.

One-stop flights from San Francisco to Miami most commonly connect through:

• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 32% of one-stop connections
• Denver Intl (DEN) - 17% of one-stop connections
• Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 17% of one-stop connections
• Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 9% of one-stop connections

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 21% on the San Francisco to Miami route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $368 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $462, a difference of $94. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

2 airlines operate flights between San Francisco and Miami. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

• American Airlines
• United Airlines

Flying via Salt Lake City (SLC) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 8h 05m, compared with 8h 05m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and 8h 24m via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH).

Miami is 3 hours ahead of San Francisco (Eastern Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Some of the most popular sights in Miami are Kaseya Center, Bayside Marketplace and Bayfront Park. These are among the most viewed places in Miami on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating San Francisco to Miami flights:

• American Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• American Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• JetBlue: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so travelers should check the fare details before booking.

If you are a sports fan, go to the Bay Area Club House in Terminal 3 of San Francisco International Airport to purchase football-related apparel and souvenirs. To do some clothes shopping or purchase accessories, stop by M. Fredric, a popular boutique that can be found in Terminal 2 near Boarding Area D.

America, United Airlines, and Delta have their own lounges for customers that are placed in the Departures terminals. If you want a quiet place to relax while waiting for boarding, contact your airline to reserve an entry ticket.

At this time, Miami International Airport has three outdoor and four indoor pet relief zones. Each of these grassy areas contains running water, free disposal bags, trashcans, and additional cleanup supplies. They are also securely fenced in to help ensure that your pet is as safe as possible.

The Miami International Airport Hotel is a casual choice located directly inside of the Main Terminal and is a 15m drive from the city’s downtown. For those interested in affordable lodging, book a room at the Days Inn by Wyndham Miami Airport North, which is a 4m drive from Miami International Airport and just under 12 mi from South Beach. If you would like a chic hotel, select the 4-star Hilton Miami Airport Blue Lagoon, which is a 7m drive from the airport and a 16m drive from the Venetian Pool.