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Cheapest round-trip
$407
Typical prices: $420-$833
Air Canada
Tue 11/27Mon 12/3
SFO - YZF • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$229
Typical prices: $223-$632
WestJet
Mon 1/29
SFO - YZF • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
There are currently no direct flights between San Francisco and Yellowknife. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Cheapest • 54% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $533 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 9h 28m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Yellowknife (SFO-YZF)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Francisco to Yellowknife

Fri, Nov 27 - Thu, Dec 3
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6:30 am - 11:05 pmSFO  San Francisco-YZF Yellowknife
15h 35m2 stops Vancouver Intl Edmonton
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6:05 am - 2:51 pmYZF  Yellowknife-SFO San Francisco
9h 46m1 stop Vancouver Intl
$407Air Canada
Fri, Nov 27 - Thu, Dec 3
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4:40 pm - 9:45 pmSFO  San Francisco-YZF Yellowknife
28h 05m1 stop Calgary
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6:05 am - 2:51 pmYZF  Yellowknife-SFO San Francisco
9h 46m1 stop Vancouver Intl
$422Multiple Airlines
Sun, Apr 18 - Sat, Apr 24
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9:00 am - 5:19 pmSFO  San Francisco-YZF Yellowknife
7h 19m1 stop Vancouver Intl
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5:05 am - 10:32 amYZF  Yellowknife-SFO San Francisco
6h 27m1 stop Vancouver Intl
$423Air Canada
Fri, Nov 27 - Thu, Dec 3
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6:30 am - 11:05 pmSFO  San Francisco-YZF Yellowknife
15h 35m2 stops Vancouver Intl Edmonton
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7:10 pm - 2:51 pmYZF  Yellowknife-SFO San Francisco
20h 41m2 stops Edmonton Vancouver Intl
$430Air Canada
Fri, Nov 27 - Thu, Dec 3
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9:20 pm - 11:05 pmSFO  San Francisco-YZF Yellowknife
24h 45m3 stops Los Angeles Vancouver Intl Edmonton
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2:15 pm - 9:30 amYZF  Yellowknife-SFO San Francisco
20h 15m2 stops Calgary Abbotsford
$475Multiple Airlines
Sun, Apr 18 - Sat, Apr 24
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5:40 pm - 3:55 pmSFO  San Francisco-YZF Yellowknife
21h 15m2 stops Calgary Edmonton
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2:15 pm - 12:00 pmYZF  Yellowknife-SFO San Francisco
22h 45m1 stop Calgary
$481WestJet
Sun, Feb 14 - Thu, Feb 18
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4:40 pm - 12:25 pmSFO  San Francisco-YZF Yellowknife
18h 45m1 stop Calgary
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2:15 pm - 4:50 pmYZF  Yellowknife-SFO San Francisco
27h 35m1 stop Calgary
$514WestJet
Fri, Dec 18 - Tue, Dec 22
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6:00 pm - 9:45 pmSFO  San Francisco-YZF Yellowknife
26h 45m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Calgary
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7:15 pm - 9:30 amYZF  Yellowknife-SFO San Francisco
15h 15m1 stop Vancouver Intl
$717Multiple Airlines
Thu, Dec 17 - Thu, Dec 24
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7:00 am - 6:24 pmSFO  San Francisco-YZF Yellowknife
34h 24m2 stops Los Angeles Vancouver Intl
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6:05 am - 8:32 amYZF  Yellowknife-SFO San Francisco
27h 27m2 stops Vancouver Intl Los Angeles
$886United Airlines
Thu, Dec 17 - Thu, Dec 24
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6:25 am - 6:24 pmSFO  San Francisco-YZF Yellowknife
10h 59m1 stop Vancouver Intl
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6:05 am - 8:32 amYZF  Yellowknife-SFO San Francisco
27h 27m2 stops Vancouver Intl Los Angeles
$969United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for San Francisco to Yellowknife flights

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

Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Yellowknife typically range from $420 to $833. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $407, on Air Canada.

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

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 Yellowknife. It’s 36% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 43% higher.

Key details for San Francisco to Yellowknife flights

Low season

May

Cheapest flight

$229
Beat the crowds with an average 84% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 122% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from San Francisco to Yellowknife

When to book flights from San Francisco to Yellowknife

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

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from San Francisco to Yellowknife.

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

    A nonstop flight from San Francisco to Yellowknife takes 00m, covering 1,748 miles.

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

    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.

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

    Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Yellowknife range from $420 to $833, with an average of $653 over the past 12 months. Anything below $420 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from San Francisco to Yellowknife 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 $407 to $2,330. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from San Francisco to Yellowknife are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $254, which is 52% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flights from San Francisco to Yellowknife usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and arrive at Yellowknife (YZF).

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

    Connecting flights from San Francisco to Yellowknife most commonly pass through:

    • Vancouver Intl (YVR) - 85% of one-stop connections
    • Calgary (YYC) - 15% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 56% on flights from San Francisco to Yellowknife. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $420 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $938, a difference of $518.

    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 Yellowknife?

    Flying via Calgary (YYC) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 9h 21m, compared with 9h 28m via Vancouver Intl (YVR).

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

    Yellowknife is 1 hour ahead of San Francisco (Mountain Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking San Francisco to Yellowknife 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 Sunday. On this route, Monday flights average $420, about $518 less than Sunday fares (55% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Francisco to Yellowknife trip for April. Fares historically average $299 round-trip in that month - typically $680 less than the most expensive month, which is February (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Yellowknife Airport.

    • Super 8 by Wyndham Yellowknife
    • Stanton Suites Hotel

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