International route
Cheap flights from Edmonton to San Francisco
Edmonton International Airport (YEG) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO). 1,163 miles, 2h 50m nonstop.
YEG to SFO at a glance
Computed from airline schedules and the fares we track for this route. Refreshed several times a day.
- Distance
- 1,163 milesgreat-circle
- Typical flight time
- 2h 50mnonstop, gate to gate
- Nonstop airlines
- UAAS2 airlinesUnited, Alaska
- Nonstop flights per day
- 2all airlines combined
- Cheapest month
- January 2027over the next six months
- Best day to fly
- Tuesday18% less than Friday
- Time difference
- 1h behindSan Francisco vs Edmonton
Edmonton to San Francisco
Round trips from $151
Per traveler, taxes and fees included. Lowest fare we found departs Tue, Jan 5.
Cheapest month: January 2027
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Lowest round-trip economy fare per traveler in each of the next six months, taxes and fees included. Select a month to search that date.
Airlines flying Edmonton to San Francisco
2 airlines fly nonstop with 2 departures a day combined, plus 7 more with one stop.
- ASAlaska AirlinesoneworldNonstop · 1 flight a day · first checked bag from $35
- UAUnited AirlinesStar AllianceNonstop · 1 flight a day · first checked bag from $40
- ACAir CanadaStar AllianceConnecting via YVR, YYC · first checked bag from $35
- AAAmerican AirlinesoneworldConnecting via LAX · first checked bag from $40
- DLDelta Air LinesSkyTeamConnecting via SEA, LAX · first checked bag from $35
- F9Frontier AirlinesLow-costConnecting via LAS · first checked bag from $55
- WNSouthwest AirlinesLow-costConnecting via LAS, LAX · first checked bag from $35
- NKSpirit AirlinesLow-costConnecting via LAS · first checked bag from $55
- WSWestJetConnecting via YYC · first checked bag from $35
Connecting options
Hubs where one airline can carry you on both legs, most choices first.
- Los Angeles (LAX)AADLWN3 airlines
- Las Vegas (LAS)WNNKF93 airlines
- Calgary (YYC)ACWS2 airlines
- Seattle (SEA)DL1 airline
- Vancouver (YVR)AC1 airline
Which airport should I use?
EdmontonSan Francisco has 3 airports. Fares can differ by $50 to $150 round trip between them, so check the alternatives before you book.
Tips for this route
- Only United and Alaska fly this route nonstop, which keeps nonstop fares firm. A one-stop itinerary through LAX or LAS is usually cheaper if you can spare the extra three to five hours.
- January 2027 is the cheapest month to fly over the next six months, with round trips from $151; September 2026 is the most expensive at $204 and up, a difference of $53 per traveler.
- Departing on a Tuesday averages 18% less than a Friday on this route. If your dates are flexible, shift the outbound by a day or two and check the calendar view before you book.
- Book 6 to 12 weeks ahead; fares climb in the last three weeks and around holidays.
Destination guide
San Francisco: Fog, hills and the Golden Gate
San Francisco packs cable cars, the Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz and world-class food into 49 square miles. SFO is the main gateway; Oakland and San Jose are handy alternatives with lower fares on many routes.
Best time to visit: September and October are the warmest, clearest months. Spring (April–May) is green and mild. Summer fog ('Karl') keeps the coast cool; winter is rainy but inexpensive.
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Search Edmonton to San FranciscoEdmonton to San Francisco: common questions
How long is the flight from Edmonton to San Francisco?
A nonstop flight from Edmonton (YEG) to San Francisco (SFO) takes about 2h 50m gate to gate, covering 1,163 miles. Connecting itineraries add the layover, typically 2 to 5 hours more in total.
Which airlines fly nonstop from YEG to SFO?
United Airlines and Alaska Airlines operate nonstop flights from Edmonton (YEG) to San Francisco (SFO), with 2 nonstop departures a day between them. One-stop options connect through LAX, LAS and YYC.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Edmonton to San Francisco?
Over the next six months, January 2027 has the lowest round-trip fares from Edmonton (YEG) to San Francisco (SFO), starting at $151 per traveler including taxes and fees. Within any month, Tuesday departures average the lowest prices.
How far in advance should I book Edmonton to San Francisco flights?
Book 6 to 12 weeks ahead; fares climb in the last three weeks and around holidays. Air1 Tickets includes free cancellation within 24 hours of booking on every fare, so you can lock in a good price and keep looking.
What is the time difference between Edmonton and San Francisco?
San Francisco is 1 hour behind Edmonton. YEG is on America/Edmonton time and SFO on America/Los Angeles time. Departure and arrival times in search results are always shown in local time at each airport.
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