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Cheap flights from Guadalajara to San Francisco
Guadalajara International Airport (GDL) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO). 1,643 miles, 3h 55m nonstop.
GDL to SFO at a glance
Computed from airline schedules and the fares we track for this route. Refreshed several times a day.
- Distance
- 1,643 milesgreat-circle
- Typical flight time
- 3h 55mnonstop, gate to gate
- Nonstop airlines
- UAAMVBY44 airlinesUnited, Aeroméxico, Viva
- Nonstop flights per day
- 9all airlines combined
- Cheapest month
- January 2027over the next six months
- Best day to fly
- Tuesday17% less than Sunday
- Time difference
- 1h behindSan Francisco vs Guadalajara
Guadalajara to San Francisco
Round trips from $138
Per traveler, taxes and fees included. Lowest fare we found departs Sat, Jan 9.
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 Guadalajara to San Francisco
4 airlines fly nonstop with 9 departures a day combined, plus 5 more with one stop.
- VBVivaLow-costNonstop · 3 flights a day · first checked bag from $45
- Y4VolarisLow-costNonstop · 3 flights a day · first checked bag from $45
- AMAeroméxicoSkyTeamNonstop · 2 flights a day · first checked bag from $40
- UAUnited AirlinesStar AllianceNonstop · 1 flight a day · first checked bag from $40
- ASAlaska AirlinesoneworldConnecting via LAX, SAN · first checked bag from $35
- AAAmerican AirlinesoneworldConnecting via PHX, LAX · first checked bag from $40
- F9Frontier AirlinesLow-costConnecting via PHX · first checked bag from $55
- WNSouthwest AirlinesLow-costConnecting via DAL, DEN, LAS, PHX, LAX, SAN, AUS · first checked bag from $35
- NKSpirit AirlinesLow-costConnecting via DFW, IAH · first checked bag from $55
Connecting options
Hubs where one airline can carry you on both legs, most choices first.
- Phoenix (PHX)AAWNF93 airlines
- Los Angeles (LAX)AAWNAS3 airlines
- San Diego (SAN)WNAS2 airlines
- Dallas (DAL)WN1 airline
- Denver (DEN)WN1 airline
Which airport should I use?
GuadalajaraSan 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
- United, Aeroméxico, Viva and Volaris all fly GDL to SFO nonstop, so compare the total with bags before picking the lowest base fare: the difference between a basic and a standard economy ticket is often less than one checked bag each way.
- January 2027 is the cheapest month to fly over the next six months, with round trips from $138; September 2026 is the most expensive at $186 and up, a difference of $48 per traveler.
- Departing on a Tuesday averages 17% less than a Sunday 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 Guadalajara to San FranciscoGuadalajara to San Francisco: common questions
How long is the flight from Guadalajara to San Francisco?
A nonstop flight from Guadalajara (GDL) to San Francisco (SFO) takes about 3h 55m gate to gate, covering 1,643 miles. Connecting itineraries add the layover, typically 2 to 5 hours more in total.
Which airlines fly nonstop from GDL to SFO?
United Airlines, Aeroméxico, Viva and Volaris operate nonstop flights from Guadalajara (GDL) to San Francisco (SFO), with 9 nonstop departures a day between them. One-stop options connect through PHX, LAX and SAN.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Guadalajara to San Francisco?
Over the next six months, January 2027 has the lowest round-trip fares from Guadalajara (GDL) to San Francisco (SFO), starting at $138 per traveler including taxes and fees. Within any month, Tuesday departures average the lowest prices.
How far in advance should I book Guadalajara 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 Guadalajara and San Francisco?
San Francisco is 1 hour behind Guadalajara. GDL is on America/Mexico City 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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