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Cheapest round-trip
$279
Typical prices: $375-$543
Frontier
Fri 11/9Tue 11/13
SFO - PNS • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$141
Typical prices: $193-$424
Frontier
Sun 10/28
SFO - PNS • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
There are currently no direct flights between San Francisco and Pensacola. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Cheapest • 44% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $312 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 7h 14m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Pensacola (SFO-PNS)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Francisco to Pensacola

Mon, Nov 9 - Fri, Nov 13
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6:02 am - 2:33 pmSFO  San Francisco-PNS Pensacola
6h 31m1 stop Denver Intl
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3:28 pm - 12:20 amPNS  Pensacola-SFO San Francisco
10h 52m1 stop Denver Intl
$279Frontier
Fri, Nov 6 - Mon, Nov 9
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6:02 am - 2:33 pmSFO  San Francisco-PNS Pensacola
6h 31m1 stop Denver Intl
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3:28 pm - 12:20 amPNS  Pensacola-SFO San Francisco
10h 52m1 stop Denver Intl
$304Frontier
Mon, Dec 7 - Thu, Dec 10
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11:23 pm - 10:52 amSFO  San Francisco-PNS Pensacola
9h 29m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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5:20 am - 12:21 pmPNS  Pensacola-SFO San Francisco
9h 01m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$368American Airlines
Tue, Jan 5 - Sat, Jan 9
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1:29 pm - 11:42 pmSFO  San Francisco-PNS Pensacola
8h 13m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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12:03 pm - 6:35 pmPNS  Pensacola-SFO San Francisco
8h 32m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$369American Airlines
Thu, Nov 5 - Sat, Nov 7
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11:30 pm - 8:19 amSFO  San Francisco-PNS Pensacola
6h 49m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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8:05 am - 3:59 pmPNS  Pensacola-SFO San Francisco
9h 54m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$369Delta
Thu, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 9
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9:25 pm - 8:19 amSFO  San Francisco-PNS Pensacola
8h 54m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:13 pm - 11:58 pmPNS  Pensacola-SFO San Francisco
7h 45m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$369Delta
Mon, Dec 7 - Thu, Dec 10
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5:05 am - 3:35 pmSFO  San Francisco-PNS Pensacola
8h 30m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Dallas Love Field
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7:55 am - 3:50 pmPNS  Pensacola-SFO San Francisco
9h 55m1 stop Nashville Intl
$374Southwest
Mon, Dec 7 - Thu, Dec 10
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7:15 am - 8:05 pmSFO  San Francisco-PNS Pensacola
10h 50m2 stops San Diego Houston Hobby
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7:55 am - 6:10 pmPNS  Pensacola-SFO San Francisco
12h 15m2 stops Nashville Intl San Diego
$379Southwest
Wed, Oct 14 - Sat, Oct 17
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12:45 am - 9:43 amSFO  San Francisco-PNS Pensacola
6h 58m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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7:00 am - 2:49 pmPNS  Pensacola-SFO San Francisco
9h 49m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$405United Airlines
Mon, Dec 14 - Wed, Jan 6
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12:45 am - 11:59 amSFO  San Francisco-PNS Pensacola
9h 14m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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7:00 am - 9:00 pmPNS  Pensacola-SFO San Francisco
16h 00m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Austin Bergstrom
$541United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for San Francisco to Pensacola flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Pensacola typically range from $375 to $543. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $279, on Frontier.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Pensacola?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Pensacola. It’s 28% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 16% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Pensacola?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Pensacola at $256 round-trip.
•August ($546) and December ($540) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 113% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Key details for San Francisco to Pensacola flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$141
Beat the crowds with an average 23% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 46% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from San Francisco to Pensacola

When to book flights from San Francisco to Pensacola

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Francisco to Pensacola 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 Pensacola flight questions, answered

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

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from San Francisco to Pensacola:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from San Francisco to Pensacola?

    A nonstop flight from San Francisco to Pensacola takes 00m, covering 2,060 miles.

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

    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.

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

    Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Pensacola range from $375 to $543, with an average of $456 over the past 12 months. Anything below $375 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from San Francisco to Pensacola 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 $279 to $2,138. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from San Francisco to Pensacola are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $355, which is 37% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Pensacola Airport (PNS)?

    Pensacola Airport (PNS) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $23 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Budget
    • Ace
    • Alamo

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

    Flights from San Francisco to Pensacola usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and arrive at Pensacola (PNS).

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

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

    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 33% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 24% of one-stop connections
    • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 24% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 16% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 38% on flights from San Francisco to Pensacola. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $330 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $530, a difference of $200.

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

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from San Francisco to Pensacola?

    Flying via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 14m, compared with 7h 33m via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) and 7h 35m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

  • What is the time difference between San Francisco and Pensacola?

    Pensacola is 2 hours ahead of San Francisco (Central Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking San Francisco to Pensacola 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 Monday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Monday flights average $330, about $200 less than Thursday fares (38% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Francisco to Pensacola trip for February. Fares historically average $256 round-trip in that month - typically $290 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Pensacola Airport.

    • Hilton Garden Inn Pensacola Airport - Medical Center
    • Tru by Hilton Pensacola Airport Medical Center
    • Staybridge Suites Pensacola Airport by IHG

More options for your flight from San Francisco to Pensacola

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