San Diego to San Francisco Flights
Flights from San Diego (SAN) to San Francisco (SFO) connect US and United States. The great-circle distance is approximately 723 km, and a typical direct flight takes about 1 to 2 hours. Airports commonly used for this city pair include SAN, CLD and SFO, OAK, SJC. The reverse route is San Francisco to San Diego. Use the search tool below to compare live prices and schedules — do not treat any static text on this page as a live fare.
Route facts
- Origin
- San Diego, US
- Destination
- San Francisco, United States
- Distance
- 723 km
- Typical duration
- about 1 to 2 hours
- Origin codes
- SAN, CLD
- Destination codes
- SFO, OAK, SJC
- Primary keyword
- flights from San Diego to San Francisco
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Route overview
San Diego to San Francisco is a city-pair air route between US and United States. Travelers use this corridor for leisure, business, and connecting itineraries.
Primary search codes are SAN and SFO. Related codes: SAN, CLD → SFO, OAK, SJC.
Distance
Approximate flight distance: 723 km (great-circle). Actual flown distance can be longer depending on airway routing.
Duration
Typical block time for a direct flight is about 1 to 2 hours. Connecting itineraries take longer and depend on layover airports.
Airports
San Diego airports and metro codes: SAN, CLD.
San Francisco airports and metro codes: SFO, OAK, SJC.
Alternative routes
Related searches include the reverse route San Francisco to San Diego, other destinations from San Diego, and other origins into San Francisco.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from San Diego to San Francisco?
Direct flights from San Diego to San Francisco typically take about 1 to 2 hours, depending on aircraft type, routing, and wind conditions. Connecting itineraries take longer.
What is the distance from San Diego to San Francisco?
The great-circle distance between San Diego and San Francisco is approximately 723 km. Flown distance can be longer depending on airways.
Which airports serve flights from San Diego to San Francisco?
San Diego is commonly searched with code SAN (related: SAN, CLD). San Francisco is commonly searched with code SFO (related: SFO, OAK, SJC).
Are there direct flights from San Diego to San Francisco?
Direct service availability varies by season and airline. Compare live schedules on Cheap Flights Worldwide for current nonstop and connecting options on this route.
What is the reverse flight route from San Francisco to San Diego?
The reverse city pair is San Francisco to San Diego. Distance is the same great-circle measure (723 km); block time can differ with winds and schedules.
Which countries does the San Diego to San Francisco route connect?
This route connects US (San Diego) with United States (San Francisco).
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