International route
Cheap flights from Mexico City to San Francisco
Mexico City International Airport (MEX) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO). 1,882 miles, 4h 25m nonstop.
MEX to SFO at a glance
Computed from airline schedules and the fares we track for this route. Refreshed several times a day.
- Distance
- 1,882 milesgreat-circle
- Typical flight time
- 4h 25mnonstop, gate to gate
- Nonstop airlines
- AADLUAWN11 airlinesAmerican, Delta, United
- Nonstop flights per day
- 20all airlines combined
- Cheapest month
- January 2027over the next six months
- Best day to fly
- Tuesday20% less than Friday
- Time difference
- 1h behindSan Francisco vs Mexico City
Mexico City to San Francisco
Round trips from $141
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 Mexico City to San Francisco
11 airlines fly nonstop with 20 departures a day combined, plus 1 more with one stop.
- AMAeroméxicoSkyTeamNonstop · 3 flights a day · first checked bag from $40
- ASAlaska AirlinesoneworldNonstop · 3 flights a day · first checked bag from $35
- UAUnited AirlinesStar AllianceNonstop · 3 flights a day · first checked bag from $40
- Y4VolarisLow-costNonstop · 3 flights a day · first checked bag from $45
- VBVivaLow-costNonstop · 2 flights a day · first checked bag from $45
- G4Allegiant AirLow-costNonstop · 1 flight a day · first checked bag from $50
- AAAmerican AirlinesoneworldNonstop · 1 flight a day · first checked bag from $40
- DLDelta Air LinesSkyTeamNonstop · 1 flight a day · first checked bag from $35
- F9Frontier AirlinesLow-costNonstop · 1 flight a day · first checked bag from $55
- WNSouthwest AirlinesLow-costNonstop · 1 flight a day · first checked bag from $35
- NKSpirit AirlinesLow-costNonstop · 1 flight a day · first checked bag from $55
- B6JetBlueConnecting via LAX · first checked bag from $40
Connecting options
Hubs where one airline can carry you on both legs, most choices first.
- Los Angeles (LAX)B61 airline
Which airport should I use?
Mexico CitySan 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
- American, Delta, United and Southwest all fly MEX 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 $141; September 2026 is the most expensive at $186 and up, a difference of $45 per traveler.
- Departing on a Tuesday averages 20% 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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How long is the flight from Mexico City to San Francisco?
A nonstop flight from Mexico City (MEX) to San Francisco (SFO) takes about 4h 25m gate to gate, covering 1,882 miles. Connecting itineraries add the layover, typically 2 to 5 hours more in total.
Which airlines fly nonstop from MEX to SFO?
American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, United Airlines, Southwest Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Spirit Airlines, Frontier Airlines, Allegiant Air, Aeroméxico, Viva and Volaris operate nonstop flights from Mexico City (MEX) to San Francisco (SFO), with 20 nonstop departures a day between them. One-stop options connect through LAX.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Mexico City to San Francisco?
Over the next six months, January 2027 has the lowest round-trip fares from Mexico City (MEX) to San Francisco (SFO), starting at $141 per traveler including taxes and fees. Within any month, Tuesday departures average the lowest prices.
How far in advance should I book Mexico City 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 Mexico City and San Francisco?
San Francisco is 1 hour behind Mexico City. MEX 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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