International route
Cheap flights from San Jose del Cabo to San Francisco
Los Cabos International Airport (SJD) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO). 1,250 miles, 3h 5m nonstop.
SJD to SFO at a glance
Computed from airline schedules and the fares we track for this route. Refreshed several times a day.
- Distance
- 1,250 milesgreat-circle
- Typical flight time
- 3h 5mnonstop, 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
- Tuesday15% less than Sunday
- Time difference
- Same time zone
San Jose del Cabo to San Francisco
Round trips from $138
Per traveler, taxes and fees included. Lowest fare we found departs Wed, Jan 20.
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 San Jose del Cabo to San Francisco
2 airlines fly nonstop with 2 departures a day combined, plus 6 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
- AAAmerican AirlinesoneworldConnecting via PHX, LAX · first checked bag from $40
- DLDelta Air LinesSkyTeamConnecting via SLC, LAX · first checked bag from $35
- F9Frontier AirlinesLow-costConnecting via LAS, PHX · first checked bag from $55
- WNSouthwest AirlinesLow-costConnecting via LAS, SAN · first checked bag from $35
- NKSpirit AirlinesLow-costConnecting via LAS · first checked bag from $55
- Y4VolarisLow-costConnecting via TIJ · first checked bag from $45
Connecting options
Hubs where one airline can carry you on both legs, most choices first.
- Las Vegas (LAS)WNNKF93 airlines
- Phoenix (PHX)AAF92 airlines
- Los Angeles (LAX)AADL2 airlines
- Salt Lake City (SLC)DL1 airline
- San Diego (SAN)WN1 airline
Which airport should I use?
San Jose del CaboSan 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 LAS or PHX 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 $138; September 2026 is the most expensive at $192 and up, a difference of $54 per traveler.
- Departing on a Tuesday averages 15% 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 San Jose del Cabo to San FranciscoSan Jose del Cabo to San Francisco: common questions
How long is the flight from San Jose del Cabo to San Francisco?
A nonstop flight from San Jose del Cabo (SJD) to San Francisco (SFO) takes about 3h 5m gate to gate, covering 1,250 miles. Connecting itineraries add the layover, typically 2 to 5 hours more in total.
Which airlines fly nonstop from SJD to SFO?
United Airlines and Alaska Airlines operate nonstop flights from San Jose del Cabo (SJD) to San Francisco (SFO), with 2 nonstop departures a day between them. One-stop options connect through LAS, PHX and LAX.
What is the cheapest month to fly from San Jose del Cabo to San Francisco?
Over the next six months, January 2027 has the lowest round-trip fares from San Jose del Cabo (SJD) 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 San Jose del Cabo 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 San Jose del Cabo and San Francisco?
San Francisco is in the same time zone as San Jose del Cabo, so there is no clock change. SJD is on America/Mazatlan 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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