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Cheapest round-trip
$453
Typical prices: $919-$1,345
Scandinavian Airlines
Tue 4/14Sun 4/26
SFO - PMO • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$272
Typical prices: $738-$1,155
Scandinavian Airlines
Thu 5/7
SFO - PMO • 2 stops
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November
Cheapest • 21% price drop
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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Palermo (SFO-PMO)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Palermo that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Francisco to Palermo

Tue, Apr 14 - Sun, Apr 26
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7:00 am - 6:00 pmSFO-PMO
26h 00m2 stops
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5:35 pm - 2:40 pmPMO-SFO
30h 05m1 stop
$453Scandinavian Airlines
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Tue, Apr 14 - Sun, Apr 26
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4:45 pm - 6:00 pmSFO-PMO
16h 15m1 stop
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5:35 pm - 2:40 pmPMO-SFO
30h 05m1 stop
$473Scandinavian Airlines
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Tue, Apr 14 - Wed, Apr 29
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7:00 am - 6:00 pmSFO-PMO
26h 00m2 stops
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6:50 pm - 11:56 pmPMO-SFO
38h 06m2 stops
$513Scandinavian Airlines
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Tue, Apr 14 - Wed, Apr 29
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4:45 pm - 6:00 pmSFO-PMO
16h 15m1 stop
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6:50 pm - 11:56 pmPMO-SFO
38h 06m2 stops
$533Scandinavian Airlines
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Tue, Apr 14 - Fri, May 1
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7:00 am - 6:00 pmSFO-PMO
26h 00m2 stops
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6:50 pm - 11:12 pmPMO-SFO
37h 22m2 stops
$583Scandinavian Airlines
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Tue, May 12 - Sun, May 24
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4:45 pm - 6:00 pmSFO-PMO
16h 15m1 stop
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5:35 pm - 2:40 pmPMO-SFO
30h 05m1 stop
$585Scandinavian Airlines
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Sat, Apr 11 - Sun, Apr 26
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7:00 am - 4:45 pmSFO-PMO
24h 45m2 stops
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5:35 pm - 2:40 pmPMO-SFO
30h 05m1 stop
$593Scandinavian Airlines
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Fri, Apr 17 - Fri, May 1
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4:45 pm - 5:10 pmSFO-PMO
15h 25m1 stop
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6:50 pm - 11:12 pmPMO-SFO
37h 22m2 stops
$603Scandinavian Airlines
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Wed, Feb 11 - Tue, Feb 17
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10:52 am - 6:20 pmSFO-PMO
22h 28m2 stops
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7:05 pm - 6:55 pmPMO-SFO
32h 50m2 stops
$609ITA Airways
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Tue, Apr 14 - Wed, Apr 29
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4:45 pm - 6:00 pmSFO-PMO
16h 15m1 stop
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6:50 pm - 2:40 pmPMO-SFO
28h 50m1 stop
$635Scandinavian Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for San Francisco to Palermo flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from San Francisco to Palermo to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

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

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 Palermo departing in April.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Palermo?

The average price of all round-trip flights from San Francisco to Palermo clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

For San Francisco to Palermo, Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Monday is the most expensive. Flying from Palermo back to San Francisco, the best deals are generally found on Tuesday, with Thursday being the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Palermo?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Palermo, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from San Francisco to Palermo is November, where tickets cost $790 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,341 and $1,245 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Francisco to Palermo?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Palermo, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from San Francisco to Palermo, you should book around 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 6 weeks before departure.

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Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight$272
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 13% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 20% lower on average.
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When to book flights from San Francisco to Palermo

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Francisco to Palermo based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from San Francisco to Palermo

  • What are the most popular layover cities on flights from San Francisco to Palermo?

    Many airlines offer one-stop journeys between San Francisco (SFO) to Palermo Airport (PMO). Typically, these stopovers depend on the airline, demand, and flight schedules. Popular layovers between the two cities include Zurich (ZRH), Rome (FCO), London (LHR), Munich (MUC), Copenhagen (CPH), Amsterdam (AMS), Paris (CDG), and Los Angeles (LAX).

  • Which airline flying from San Francisco to Palermo offers accessible services?

    All carriers between San Francisco Airport (SFO) to Palermo Airport (PMO) cater to the needs of passengers with disabilities. Airlines typically offer wheelchair assistance for passengers who require mobility support. This includes assistance from check-in to the boarding gate, during the flight transfer if applicable, and upon arrival at the destination airport.

  • What services do airlines flying from San Francisco Airport (SFO) to Palermo Airport (PMO) offer to unaccompanied minors?

    Upon arrival at the airport, airline staff or designated escorts will assist the unaccompanied minor with check-in, security procedures, and boarding. They will accompany the child to the aircraft and introduce them to the flight crew. Also, airlines may assign specific seats for unaccompanied minors, usually near the flight attendants' station, for easy monitoring and assistance during the flight.

  • What are the most eco-friendly airlines offering flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Palermo (PMO)?

    Major airlines, including Alaska Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Lufthansa, and British Airways, have made significant strides in sustainability, including efforts to reduce carbon emissions, promote fuel efficiency, and implement recycling programs. They have committed to reducing their carbon footprint and have invested in more fuel-efficient aircraft.

  • What is the cheapest flight from San Francisco to Palermo?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from San Francisco to Palermo was $272 for a one-way ticket and $453 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between San Francisco and Palermo?

    Yes, you'll most likely have to show a valid passport before boarding the plane in San Francisco and on arrival in Palermo.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from San Francisco to Palermo?

    When flying out of San Francisco you will be using San Francisco. You will be landing at Palermo, also known as Palermo Punta Raisi.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from San Francisco to Palermo?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from San Francisco to Palermo?

    oneworld, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between San Francisco and Palermo, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • What is the most popular layover when flying to Palermo from San Francisco?

    Rome is the most popular layover city among KAYAK users traveling from San Francisco to Palermo.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from San Francisco to Palermo, SWISS or Turkish Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from San Francisco to Palermo are SWISS and Turkish Airlines. With an average price for the route of $1,188 and an overall rating of 7.5, SWISS is the most popular choice. Turkish Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $797 and an overall rating of 7.3.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from San Francisco to Palermo?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from San Francisco to Palermo.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from San Francisco to Palermo?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Palermo from San Francisco is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from San Francisco to Palermo?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Palermo with an airline and back to San Francisco with another airline. Booking your flights between San Francisco and PMO can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from San Francisco to Palermo?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Palermo from San Francisco up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from San Francisco to Palermo

  • San Francisco Airport (SFO) is a major hub for United and Alaska Airlines and a major operating base for Singapore Airlines, Asiana Airlines, and Cathay Pacific. Both Alaska and United Airlines depart via the International Terminal. Those flying aboard these airlines can expect accelerated services and excellent amenities when flying to Palermo Airport (PMO).
  • Major airlines between San Francisco Airport (SFO) and Palermo Airport (PMO) offer flight upgrade options, including Delta Air Lines, Lufthansa, Air France, Alitalia, and British Airways. To this end, those interested in changing from Economy to Business or First Class should pay attention to the announcements when booking, checking in, or at the boarding gate. In addition, you can check on the airline’s website.
  • Business or First-Class cabins guarantee exclusive amenities for a comfortable and luxurious voyage from San Francisco Airport (SFO) to Palermo Airport (PMO). Besides priority check-in, boarding, and baggage handling, passengers enjoy enhanced privacy with individual dividers or enclosed suites on some airlines. Still, some airlines offer spacious seating with lie-flat beds or private suites in their first-class cabins.
  • Suppose you are commuting from downtown San Francisco to San Francisco Airport (SFO) and prefer a more direct option or have heavy luggage. In that case, you can also consider taking a taxi, rideshare service (such as Uber or Lyft), or a private shuttle service. These options provide a door-to-door service but may be more expensive than public transportation.
  • Various airlines have different pet policies when flying from San Francisco Airport (SFO) to Palermo Airport (PMO). That said, check with your carrier for the updated requirements. For instance, Lufthansa only accepts dogs and cats as cabin pets. Furthermore, the pets must have the necessary health documentation, including a valid pet passport or health certificate issued by a veterinarian.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from San Francisco to Palermo

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from San Francisco to Palermo. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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7.5
SWISSOverall score based on 1788 reviews
8.2Crew
7.1Food
6.8Entertainment
7.4Comfort
7.7Boarding
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Food used to be better and comfort was not attainable after 5 hours everything starts hurting.

10.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Sep 2025DEN - ZRH
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Food used to be better and comfort was not attainable after 5 hours everything starts hurting.

horrible.. they cause such a problem and my daughter 14 years old was stranded in san francisco

At the boarding gate, passengers were offered the option of checking in their carry-on luggage, as the plane was full. However, they failed to specify that they would not be dropping it off at the exit. Instead, everyone had to wait over 30 minutes at the airport carousel, and to everyone's surprise, not even the carry-on luggage, but the checked luggage, was the first to arrive. An hour later, we finally collected our bags. Lesson learned: I will never check my carry-on luggage with Swiss Air / Helvetic Airways again.

I can’t even the whole trip was a catastrophe

Poor. Seats uncomfortable. No leg room. Hot and humid the whole trip. Food and staffs were ok.

The seats were so close together, when the man in front of me put his seat back, the screen in front of me was 9 inches from my face. There is no way to lean forward if I needed to pick something up. It was pretty uncomfortable for a ten hour flight. I was very surprised.

The food was good. Most the staff was pleasant. The flight would be drastically improved with WiFi on a long international flight.

The meal was wonderful and strawberry ice cream was a plus.

Clean, efficient and quick response time when we missed our connecting flight.

When I needed to get my bag off of the plane so that I could take a train because the connection was 4 hours later, they took 2 hours to take my bag off making me take the train and miss my flight simultaneously. The seat size on the plane is too small for an average aged woman let alone a middle-aged man. It's unacceptable and I will not fly Boeing again.

As a big guy the seats are way too small for me. Would prefer more comfortable seats on these long haul flights.

My flight was canceled 1 minute before boarding. The customer service was owful, no one could tell us what was going happened. I spent 30hrs instead of 15 from Washington DC to Brussels. No apologie or help

Boeing 777 is a bad choice for a such a long flight.

The staff at IST airport could have been more helpful. Too much wasted time and the plane from IST to KHI was just horrible. The plane was not clean and smelled bad!

This is my 2nd time with the Turkish airline. Would definitely recommend. In stability we connected to Indiago would not recommend, very cramped seating. No inflight entertainment..service was inferior.

I wouldn't know what the flight was like. AI canceled my flight reservation!! There's no way to speak to an actual human to fix the issue! NEVER AGAIN! ALWAYS BOOK YOUR FLIGHT DIRECTLY WITH THE AIRLINE NEVER GO THROUGH KAYAK OR JUSTFLY.COM!!

Paying extra for premium seats was wasted. Turkish Airlines takes 2 seats for bassinet. The lady next to me had a baby with bassinet Bassinet was in front of my seat

Rude staff. I would avoid using the word racist but definitely partially or discriminatory. My 72 yrs old mother who is also disabled was traveling on this flight. She was the second passenger boarded to the plane. The First elderly couple ahead of my mother were allowed to use the airplane bathroom but my mother was denied entry stating it was for safety reasons. My mother objected the the couple in front of her were allowed but hostess still stated that due to the flight safety reasons she can’t use it. Even my mother explained that he is using blood pressure medication that’s why she have to use the restroom frequently but the crew continued arguing her. At one point the Mae attendent even suggested that if that’s the case my mother can urinate in her seat. The level of disrespect against an elderly lady is beyond my comprehension. This matter will be taken to the social media to shame the employees involved.

my experience was great with Turkish airlines . the problem i encountered was with kayak booking. When I booked . it showed that im allowed a bag . and when I got to the airport, i had to pay $165 for one bag.

Not up to Business Class standards. Two of the three toilets were out of order. The hostesses were aware and didn’t show any responsible act to do something. Food quality was not what we expect from Turkish hospitality. Overall we were not impressed and disappointed.

Lufthansa still has a good level of quality compared to US airlines, especially with respect to (1) food quality - actually tasty, (2) good French red wine - free, (3) good movie selection. Also my ticket price includes 1 free check-in luggage, while some other budget airlines sneak in an extra $150 for a checkin.

The food could be better, more snacks. And have some plugs to chargue the phone.

Everything was really great just The aircraft was too old and sounded it will break during takeoff

Extremely pleased with the crew. Best flight attendants ever! Very friendly, genuinely caring and attentive.

Best flight attendants ever! Very customer and service oriented, courteous, professional and helpful.

Cheapest airlines I have ever been on. I got downgraded and never got on united. I got rerouted through Vancouver onto jetwesf

Very small and uncomfortable seats, Hard to hear entertainment system sound. Horrible food. Staff doesn't care much about the passengers. 2nd time they didn't give me my vegetarian meal. They asked me regular food with meat. The airline and staff was from United airlines.

Checkin took along timen only.few angents available at.checkin desk. Customer support over phone no existence

At baggage claim, I was given the wrong printed ticket. The ticket belonged to another passenger for a different flight — to Zurich instead of Frankfurt (layover). I was even allowed to pass security, and when I asked the Lufthansa employee if I was on the correct flight, and why it was changed. The employee said everything was correct and I should board. When I got on the plane, there was someone in my seat, and the crew on the plane finally realized that I was on the wrong plane. When I got off the plane, nobody was willing to help, and the security refused to provide my original printed ticket. That was until I showed them that I took a photo of the ticket; once they realized I had photographic evidence, they were suddenly ready to help me. The Lufthansa employee began communicating with other airlines and found a flight that would take me to my destination via Polish Airlines. I was required to once again go through security, re-check my bag, and once again pay for my checked bag and weight overage fees. This experience was incredibly stressful and very frustrating, as you can imagine. A Lufthansa employee told me I would be eligible for a refund. Please tell me what steps I need to take in order to make that happen. Thank you!

Boarding and flight update was fantastic as I experienced about a 10-15 delayed for both flights. The food served onboard was great; the service of the flight attendants was excellent.

Wonderful! Everyone very helpful and kind. Returning flight was cancelled but rebooking was easy.

Pretty normal flight was delayed due to traffic could have missed connecting flight to Venice but crew kept us well informed so we made it

Flight was on time and pretty standard. No Hiccups. I have no complaints, which is a lot to say about a 12 hour flight.

-The seats could be roomier -The entertainment in English could be more current! The moves were very old!!! -They served too many carbs! What happened to fruit and yogurt!!!!

We upgraded to premium economy and it made a difference in a 12 hr flight. I didn’t like that we had to deplane in the tarmac with our carryon luggage. Other than that, it was ok.

Everything was much better than I had expected, since I hadn’t heard of your airline before. I hope to take advantage of your excellent service again.

Staff were nice, we left on time and arrived early, food was good. Unfortunately, they lost one of our bags and have been unable to find it. So we are in Italy for a week for my husband‘s birthday and he does not have any of his clothing.

They gave us sandwiches as a meal twice. Snacks mid flight with cookies and a tuna panini. Then just the same tuna panini for dinner. That was it.

Top notch re cleanliness, comfort, operational. Attendants attentive, cheerful, courteous and professional. An unusually high-grade experience all around.

The staff was very good, the only thing was the air conditioning wasn't working during the boarding process so it was very hot inside the plane until we got airborne. The food wasn't great, the chicken was dry and hard to cut, the ravioli was ok and the little pizza pocket thing was pretty bad. Other than that is was a good flight all around

Airlines have to stop assuming passengers bring entertainment. Provide it like you used to in business class and above!! N

Need to offer Better food from LAX to London Service from London to Delhi very delayed after take off.

Great crew and food and beverage. Seating tight but not the airline's fault. Will definitely fly BA in future!

Crying baby the ENTIRE flight. Not your fault, but I paid 2700 for a premium economy ticket and it wasn't worth it. should have just stuck with coach. flight attendants very mediocre - minimal effort. Plane didn't seem very clean. Didn't have any cleansing wipes - most airlines give you this when you board. Flat screen scrolling didn't work. Toiletry case a joke - why bother at all?

Enjoyable flight, helpful crew everything was organized to accommodate passengers.

The airline was efficient and accommodating to work with though there was a delay. Appreciate the service and smooth experience!

I was transferred to an American Airlines flight. The boarding was late and unorganized. The seating was extremely tight and uncomfortable. Will not use AA again.

The check-in of my luggage was terrible. When purchased my tickets, one luggage and one carry-on was part of the fight. My flight was switched from British to American Airline. During check-in of luggage at the airport, I was denied and had to pay extra $75. How do I get reimbursed for this extra luggage payment?

This was the second time on BA, food terrible, bathrooms gross,( granted, that was mostly due to the disgusting children urinating all over it)boarding was late and disorganized. No gate issued until last minute st Heathrow, bad system, caused undue stress. Seats were painful, that's what you get for traveling like a poor in economy, right BA? Should have been able to afford business or first class if you want to actually be able to walk upright without back pain after a trip.

The delay was not communicated via text and the person who helped with check in also didn’t inform me about the delay. I ended up missing my connection and it was a waste of 5 hours. The crew didn’t mention there would be someone at the gate informing of if I would be rebooked and there was no signage. Overall a very poor experience. The British Airways app was also very buggy, and didn’t work. I will avoid flying with British Airways when possible.

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