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Find cheap flights from San Francisco to Quito from $183

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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Quito (SFO-UIO)

Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Quito 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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11:55 pm - 4:40 pmSFO-UIO
14h 45m2 stops
10:15 am - 10:35 pmUIO-SFO
14h 20m2 stops
$444Avianca
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Thu, Aug 22 - Tue, Sep 10
2:25 am - 12:35 amSFO-UIO
20h 10m2 stops
5:55 pm - 12:45 pmUIO-SFO
20h 50m2 stops
$449Avianca
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Sat, Jun 1 - Sun, Jun 9
5:14 am - 11:30 pmSFO-UIO
16h 16m1 stop
12:40 am - 5:31 pmUIO-SFO
18h 51m1 stop
$485United Airlines
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Sun, May 19 - Fri, May 24
12:45 am - 11:30 pmSFO-UIO
20h 45m1 stop
12:40 am - 12:04 pmUIO-SFO
13h 24m1 stop
$491United Airlines
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Sun, Aug 11 - Sun, Aug 25
8:00 am - 10:00 pmSFO-UIO
12h 00m1 stop
2:00 pm - 11:22 amUIO-SFO
23h 22m1 stop
$500American Airlines
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Tue, Aug 20 - Tue, Sep 3
1:38 am - 2:18 pmSFO-UIO
10h 40m1 stop
2:10 pm - 11:40 pmUIO-SFO
11h 30m1 stop
$503Copa Airlines
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Wed, Aug 21 - Tue, Sep 10
3:51 pm - 6:01 amSFO-UIO
12h 10m1 stop
9:01 am - 9:25 pmUIO-SFO
14h 24m1 stop
$531Aeromexico
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Wed, Sep 11 - Fri, Sep 20
12:41 pm - 6:02 amSFO-UIO
15h 21m2 stops
9:00 am - 11:06 amUIO-SFO
28h 06m2 stops
$556Aeromexico
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Tue, Jun 18 - Tue, Aug 6
1:38 am - 2:20 pmSFO-UIO
10h 42m1 stop
6:19 am - 11:40 pmUIO-SFO
19h 21m1 stop
$562Copa Airlines
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Sat, Oct 5 - Sun, Oct 27
12:59 am - 10:00 pmSFO-UIO
19h 01m2 stops
2:00 pm - 11:22 amUIO-SFO
23h 22m1 stop
$593American Airlines
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Mon, Aug 19 - Tue, Sep 3

Flights from San Francisco to Quito - Travel Insights & Trends

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

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

The average price of all flights from San Francisco to Quito clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to Quito on a Monday and more expensive on a Saturday. On your return trip to San Francisco, you should consider flying back on a Wednesday, and avoid Fridays for better deals.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from San Francisco to Quito, 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 Quito is May, where tickets cost $592 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and July, where the average cost of tickets is $936 and $821 respectively.

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

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from San Francisco to Quito, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.
To get a below average price on the flight from San Francisco to Quito, you should book around 2 days before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 8 days before departure.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Quito?

The cheapest price for the route for each airline clicked by KAYAK users in the last 72 hours.
In the last 3 days, Avianca offered the best one-way deal for that route, at $183. KAYAK users also found San Francisco to Quito round-trip flights on Avianca from $444 and on Delta from $466.

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Low season

October

High season

December

Cheapest flight

$183
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 14% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 34% increase in price.
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When to book flights from San Francisco to Quito

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Francisco to Quito 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 Quito

  • What are the different ticket classes offered by airlines, and how do they deal with them?

    United Airlines, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, and Alaska Airlines provide ticket classes such as Economy, Premium Economy, Business, and First Class. Each class offers different amenities and benefits, including priority boarding, increased legroom, and enhanced meal options. The airlines have dedicated sections on their websites where you can explore the features of each class and choose the one that suits your needs.

  • Do airlines offer special amenities during the flight from San Francisco (SFO) to Quito (UIO)?

    Yes, many airlines offer special amenities to enhance the passenger experience. Emirates, for example, provides luxurious amenities like on-board showers and private suites in their First Class cabins. Qatar Airways is known for its award-winning in-flight entertainment system, offering a wide selection of movies, TV shows, and music. The specific amenities may vary depending on the airline and the class of service you choose.

  • How can I get to the city center from the airport upon arrival in Quito?

    Quito Airport offers several transportation options to reach your destination. Trusted taxi companies like Taxis Unidos and Airport Taxi Quito operate from the airport, providing reliable transportation services. Public buses and shuttle services such as Aeroservicios and Vanservicios are available, offering affordable alternatives for getting into the city. Signs and information desks at the airport can guide you to these transportation options.

  • Can I request special meals during my flight, and which airlines accommodate them?

    Yes, you can request special meals during your flight. United Airlines, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, and Alaska Airlines offer options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and other dietary needs. When booking your flight, inform the airline about your specific requirements in advance. They will do their best to accommodate your request and provide suitable meal options during the flight.

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

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from San Francisco to Quito was $183 for a one-way ticket and $444 for a round-trip.

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

    A passport is required to fly from San Francisco to Quito.

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

    San Francisco airport is called San Francisco and the only airport in Quito is Quito Mariscal Sucr.

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

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

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

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

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

    Panama City is the most popular layover city among KAYAK users traveling from San Francisco to Quito.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from San Francisco to Quito, Delta or Copa Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from San Francisco to Quito are Delta and Copa Airlines. With an average price for the route of $647 and an overall rating of 8.0, Delta is the most popular choice. Copa Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $592 and an overall rating of 7.8.

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

    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 Quito.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Quito 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 Quito?

    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 Quito with an airline and back to San Francisco with another airline. Booking your flights between San Francisco and UIO 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 Quito?

    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 Quito from San Francisco up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Top tips for finding a cheap flight from SFO to Quito

  • When traveling with pets, consider airlines like United Airlines and American Airlines, which offer pet-friendly services. They have specific guidelines and restrictions for traveling with pets, ensuring their safety and comfort throughout the journey. Contact their customer service or visit their websites for detailed information on pet policies and requirements.
  • If you're traveling with children, several airlines cater to their needs. For instance, Delta Air Lines and Alaska Airlines provide special amenities for kids, including entertainment options and child-friendly meals. Check with each airline for age-specific services and any necessary arrangements you need to make for your little ones.
  • Some airlines prioritize sustainability and strive to reduce carbon emissions. For example, Southwest Airlines and JetBlue Airways have implemented various initiatives to minimize their environmental impact. These airlines often employ fuel-efficient aircraft and participate in carbon offset programs. Choosing such airlines contributes to a greener travel experience.
  • Layovers can be an inevitable part of long-haul flights. Airlines like Emirates and Qatar Airways are known for their extensive network of destinations, often offering layovers at their respective hubs. While layovers may extend your travel time, they can also allow you to explore a new city. Check the layover duration and any visa requirements before planning any activities.
  • Each airline has its own baggage policies and restrictions. For example, Southwest Airlines typically allows two checked bags for free, while American Airlines may charge for checked baggage. It's essential to review the baggage allowances and fees of the airlines you're considering to avoid surprises. Visit their websites or contact their customer service for specific details.
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Top 5 airlines serving from San Francisco to Quito

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from San Francisco to Quito. 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.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from San Francisco to Quito? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.8
Copa AirlinesOverall score based on 2806 reviews
7.7Comfort
8.3Crew
7.2Entertainment
8.1Boarding
7.3Food
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Copa performed as expected for the amount of money I was willing to spend for the flight; it wasn’t exceptional but it was not bad in any way either. The crew was good; friendly and straightforward. The food was airplane food, so no expectations there and the entertainment was lacking but that was my fault for owning an IPhone with a charging port that’s not compatible with the rest of the world. I’d fly Copa again.

8.0 ExcellentAntonio, Mar 2024LAX - PTY
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Copa performed as expected for the amount of money I was willing to spend for the flight; it wasn’t exceptional but it was not bad in any way either. The crew was good; friendly and straightforward. The food was airplane food, so no expectations there and the entertainment was lacking but that was my fault for owning an IPhone with a charging port that’s not compatible with the rest of the world. I’d fly Copa again.

Left my bags in origin city on a business class ticket , spent about 2-3 days in the same clothes plus the flight .

the planes are not modern there are no phone chargers

As usual, the flight with normal legroom was not very comfortable, but the second flight was much better because we had paid for extra legroom. It was very nice to check our bags without an extra fee.

LOCKED MY BAG WITHOUT CONSENT. Had to have my zippers cut upon arrival in Costa Rica.

Pros: "The seats in economy were confortable. The best thing was Copa gave us seats in the second line and my family traveled together."
Cons: "Coffe service could better the experience"
Pros: "The crew was very interested on help and attentive with the passengers. But the seat wasn't comfortable. The design of the cushion is not the best to be seating"
Pros: "You were on time, that is the most important thing in a fly"
Cons: "You could improve your entertainment, you are not a cheap company"
Pros: "That there was seltzer"
Cons: "The management of preparing the flight and plane so that it was ready for the trip!!"
Pros: "Copa was convenient and easy. Very easy boarding process and I appreciated the day flight."
Cons: "This is a business class that is equivalent to a US carrier domestic first class. Good seats, not lay flat but wide on my 737-800. The food and service emulated say American Airlines Domestic 1C as well. Everything was just good enough, and much cheaper that international business on the majors."

Some entertainment and food/snack service would have been nice

All the pessengers should be wait in a line útil the creo and piloto are arrived.

Planes seat could be bigger very uncomfortable for tall humans.

1 hour waiting for suitcases to come out traveling in business class and food in business class is a sandwich? Avoid Aeromexico .

No space reserved for anyone who didn’t have underseat in front of them. Made it inconvenient to get the backs secured. No inflight entertainment in the 190. Bring your own! Food was excellent and we were surprised to get a full breakfast.

Cons: "left Houston more than 2 hours later, arrive in Mexico over 2 am"
Cons: "El problema es que nunca pude cambiar mi vuelo y con ustedes fue imposible comunicarse para que me auxiliaran. Muy mal por ustedes no por la línea."
Pros: "Boarding and deplaning was done three rows at a time. It worked great."
Pros: "The crew was amazing , the site is ok"
Cons: "I love Aeroméxico , thanks for de service and the food."
Pros: "Plenty a space between seats. Ver confortable seats and small entertainment screens!"
Cons: "Better selection of movie?"

No water for a 5 hour flight entertainment not working seats with little room for knees when person in front of me reclined kept bumping my knees.

I don't think anyone actually reads these comments, so I won't spend much time on this submission. If you want to talk, you know how to reach me. The D/FW manager of Avianca (self-identified), Juan Calderon, insisted I buy an onward ticket from San Salvador even though I have diplomatic status in El Salvador and live here. It cost me $1,393 and Mr Calderon would not let me make the ticked flexible so I could get a refund. He went out of his way to be rude to me. He gave me seat 32K -- windowless window seat in the last row and did not offer to let me upgrade even though there were plenty of seats. I have flown well over a million miles in my life and this is the worst experience I have ever had. I would like a refund on the ticket I was forced to buy. Just awful!

Avianca flights to Galapagos and back and well organized and on time.

This is the Spirit of Latino travel. And don’t even get me started on customer service.

Awful. I checked in online and there was no option to pay for baggage, at the airport when I checked in my baggage was received and Iwas not charged. When I got to LA during the boarding process I was told I didn't pay for baggage, the crew resolved I was let in the plane. When I got to my final destination my baggage was not there. It took me two days to receive my baggage. Bad service ever!

There was no food or drink service, couldn’t even get a glass of water for free. It was a long and expensive flight to not offer food or beverage on the plane.

It is better at the jfk than my home country. It was very easy and everything was on time.

There is no food. There is no in-inflight entertainment. The seats are cardboard. The airline is a living hellscape.

My experience was amazing! They helped my elderly mother board on early through a wheelchair and were accommodating to have us sit together since our seats were in different locations. When landing at the airport in GUA they were very helpful with full of hospitality.

I flew with my service dog unfortunately they didn’t allow it to flight on the canine, but ok, the only problem was that when I arrived to Quito it took 1 hour to deliver my dog, they were supposed to deliver it the moment we get off the airplane.

Hated every minute of it. This flight should have only taken 1.5hrs but was delayed over 10hours. Now I am being told I cannot be compensated or refunded my ticket price or extra leg room, which I purchased but did not receive, because the airline is throwing the blame on the 3rd party I purchased tickets through and 3rd party putting the blame on airline. No one wants to help. They received their money and that's all they care about. Im going on 3 days of still trying to get to my final destination, had to cancel car rental, car insurance and hotel. Currently staying in airport until hotels open up. Thank you Lufthansa, Kayak, Underpricer and United for making this trip the worst ever.

Crew was great and did their best to make us comfortable and captain came out at the beginning to announce why the flight was delayed, weather situation up ahead, and kept us updated throughout the flight.

United WiFi is consistently unusable (it can take 10 mins to load a single web page). If you need Wifi to do work, be prepared to lose half a day of productivity.

Awful. I got stuck next to a person carrying a dog and behind someone with a dog. People need to board these dogs downstairs. The cabin is crowded enough with your pets

Packed in like sardines, very uncomfortable. Sitting the aisle my shoulder was rammed into numerous times by rushing flight attendants. Also flight was very cold.

Beverage and food services are excellent. We enjoy paying the extra for economy plus for the 3 inches more leg room to be exact.

Flight was delayed by 3 hours. The pilot made up 1 hour during the flight, but that made the wait at the airport 5 hours once you factor getting there 2 hours early.

Airline did not explain reasons why flight was delayed two hours. Explanations were badly needed and rarely provided. Problem seemed to clearly be the airline’s fault and not the fault of the weather or airport.

Very uncomfortable seats and seat backs, and I am only 5’9”. Delayed due to crew issues, spent a long time with no ventilation. Teeny overhead bins. Wifi worked well. Arrived safely.

I was delighted that we were able to get on the 4:40 pm flight rather than our original booking at 6:55 pm!! Other than that, the flight was comfortable and landed early😊

Not sure why JAL partnered with American Airlines because their service is no where near similar. Flight attendants were not friendly and didn’t smile. Food was horrible…

The experience was great and much better than the flight going out. of course I was in first class but the service was excellent

Comfort of seats, ease of boarding. Food selection could be better

Food options were limited which is absolutely embarrassing for a Flight of this size The staff did not come around as much and I am not accustomed to such poor service from American Airlines Drinks I believe were limited to soda and water

Crew were attentive and friendly. Flight was smooth and early! I enjoyed the less crowded plane. Thank you!

We are gluten free, there were not any available complimentary gluten free options.

No meal on a cross country flight? SFO-MiA is pretty much the definition of a coast to coast flight. No meal provided. Sky high wi-fi rates too. Stop nickel and diming your customers.

The staff was unprofessional and didn’t communicate very well. The boarding process was very disheveled, potentially due to a power outage the previous day but there was no contingency plan to properly get passengers boarded the following day. Once boarded the aircraft stayed on the tarmac for over 45 minutes due to high winds. The communication was sporadic but an announcement was finally made an additional 30 minutes later that the flight was cancelled but we couldn’t get off the plane. Prior to deplaning one of the gate agents came on the plane and made an announcement for everyone to pickup their checked bags and take a card to rebook a new reservation because they didn’t have adequate staff. Flights were missed, passengers went to different airports and there was little to no assistance from AA.

You cancelled my flight by email then made it very difficult to get in contact with you. Then put me in a flight with a long layover in Mexico returning to the wrong airport in uk. Mind blowing my stressful. I missed see my grand dad because of you.

Apart from the delay due to unforeseen circumstances. The leg from sjc to dfw was fine. It was the leg from dfw to orf that we encountered issues mainly due to the flight attendant crew not being friendly. We had two small children and we needed some assistance to warm up milk so the baby would sleep. The crew just didn’t get it and made things very difficult. One made a remark that the baby’s dirty diaper smell was a “gift” to the plane in a rude way. Normally I’d brush that off as a funny comment if the rest of the trip the attendants were helpful or understanding of the difficulty we faced. But that wasn’t the case. We were met with rudeness on the second leg. Whereas on the first leg the crew were so nice and helpful.

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Recent one-way flight deals

 
Only flying one-way? Below are some of the best one-way flight deals from San Francisco to Quito found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
8/24Sat
2 stopsAvianca
16h 55mSFO-UIO
$183
8/24Sat
2 stopsAvianca
20h 10mSFO-UIO
$189
5/12Sun
1 stopAmerican Airlines
10h 40mSFO-UIO
$234
8/25Sun
1 stopUnited Airlines
20h 55mSFO-UIO
$236
6/10Mon
2 stopsDelta
16h 58mSFO-UIO
$254
8/11Sun
1 stopUnited Airlines
20h 45mSFO-UIO
$257
8/11Sun
2 stopsAmerican Airlines
34h 01mSFO-UIO
$287
6/9Sun
2 stopsDelta
16h 58mSFO-UIO
$308
7/29Mon
1 stopCopa Airlines
13h 49mSFO-UIO
$336
7/29Mon
1 stopCopa Airlines
13h 49mSFO-UIO
$381

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Last minute flights from San Francisco to Quito

Last minute flight, train and bus deals

 
These last-minute flight deals are the cheapest flights found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours for flights from San Francisco to Quito that are departing in the next 10 days.
5/6Mon
multi-stopAvianca
18h 40mSFO-UIO
5/13Mon
multi-stopAvianca
20h 50mUIO-SFO
$535
5/6Mon
multi-stopUnited Airlines
10h 11mSFO-UIO
5/12Sun
multi-stopUnited Airlines
18h 26mUIO-SFO
$614
5/6Mon
multi-stopAvianca
18h 40mSFO-UIO
5/12Sun
multi-stopAvianca
11h 35mUIO-SFO
$620
5/6Mon
multi-stopAvianca
24h 30mSFO-UIO
5/12Sun
multi-stopAvianca
22h 00mUIO-SFO
$625
5/5Sun
multi-stopAmerican Airlines
19h 39mSFO-UIO
5/13Mon
multi-stopAmerican Airlines
24h 08mUIO-SFO
$710
5/5Sun
multi-stopAmerican Airlines
19h 39mSFO-UIO
5/13Mon
multi-stopAmerican Airlines
18h 33mUIO-SFO
$764

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