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San Francisco.$654 per passenger.Departing Thu, 15 May, returning Wed, 21 May.Return flight with Hawaiian Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Hawaiian Airlines departs from Anchorage International on Thu, 15 May, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound direct flight with Hawaiian Airlines departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 21 May, arriving in Anchorage International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $654, select.
San Francisco.$687 per passenger.Departing Thu, 17 Apr, returning Sat, 19 Apr.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Anchorage International on Thu, 17 Apr, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Francisco International on Sat, 19 Apr, arriving in Anchorage International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $687, select.
San Francisco.$804 per passenger.Departing Sat, 1 Nov, returning Sat, 8 Nov.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Anchorage International on Sat, 1 Nov, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Francisco International on Sat, 8 Nov, arriving in Anchorage International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $804, select.
San Francisco.$816 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Jun, returning Wed, 4 Jun.Return flight with Hawaiian Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Hawaiian Airlines departs from Anchorage International on Sun, 1 Jun, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound direct flight with Hawaiian Airlines departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 4 Jun, arriving in Anchorage International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $816, select.
San Francisco.$848 per passenger.Departing Fri, 10 Oct, returning Fri, 17 Oct.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Anchorage International on Fri, 10 Oct, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Francisco International on Fri, 17 Oct, arriving in Anchorage International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $848, select.
San Francisco.$849 per passenger.Departing Mon, 24 Nov, returning Wed, 24 Dec.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Anchorage International on Mon, 24 Nov, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 24 Dec, arriving in Anchorage International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $849, select.
San Francisco.$850 per passenger.Departing Fri, 4 Jul, returning Sun, 6 Jul.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Anchorage International on Fri, 4 Jul, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Francisco International on Sun, 6 Jul, arriving in Anchorage International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $850, select.
San Francisco.$861 per passenger.Departing Thu, 26 Jun, returning Thu, 3 Jul.Return flight with Hawaiian Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Hawaiian Airlines departs from Anchorage International on Thu, 26 Jun, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound direct flight with Hawaiian Airlines departs from San Francisco International on Thu, 3 Jul, arriving in Anchorage International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $861, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Anchorage to San Francisco International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Anchorage to San Francisco International flights are currently cheapest in May.
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Anchorage to San Francisco International: Alternative routes

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Anchorage to San Francisco: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$654
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time4 hrs, 43 mins
Most popular airlineAlaska Airlines
Average flights per week61

Finding cheap flights from Anchorage to San Francisco International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Anchorage to San Francisco International is $654. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
4 hours and 43 minutes is the average flight time from Anchorage to San Francisco International.
Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines and American Airlines fly direct from Anchorage to San Francisco International.
As of March 2025, there are 61 flights per week flying from Anchorage to San Francisco International.
The cheapest month to fly from Anchorage to San Francisco International is usually March 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Anchorage to San Francisco International Airport on Thursday, 15 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 43 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to San Francisco International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to San Francisco is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to San Francisco International is Hawaiian Airlines .

Flying from Anchorage to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know

  • All exciting adventures set off from Anchorage's main airport, Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC). Explore your options for booking a flight from Anchorage to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) departing from this base.

  • Approximately 4 hours 38 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Anchorage to San Francisco International Airport.

  • San Francisco International Airport is located in San Francisco. The city operates in the UTC-7 timezone and is 1 hour ahead of Anchorage.

  • The busiest route is from Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO), with 4 direct weekly services. If you'd like to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from ANC to SFO is the 12:30 Alaska Airlines service. If you prefer to travel later, the final departure is at 23:50 with Alaska Airlines.

  • Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Anchorage to SFO. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the mad dash to your gate.

  • With more people on the move during busy months like July, get to the terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and as much as four for international journeys will help you deal with any delays. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like Christmas.

Airports in Anchorage

Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC)

  • You can take a direct flight from Anchorage to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) out of Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC).

  • You can get away on a direct flight from Anchorage to San Francisco International Airport with Alaska Airlines. This well-known airline operates departures from ANC.

  • The distance from central Anchorage to ANC is about 10 kilometres. Use Google Maps for the fastest route, whether in your own car or with public transport.

  • After a stress-free start to your trip? Stay near Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Anchorage to San Francisco International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:

About San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco

  • From San Francisco International Airport, San Francisco is approximately 21 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • Getting to the centre on public transport takes roughly 47 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Anchorage to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

  • Pick up a one-way ticket from Anchorage to San Francisco International Airport from $309 or travel return from just $654. The prices shown are based on availability and could change when you book.

  • 8 months is how far we recommend booking ahead to lock in cheap tickets from Anchorage to SFO.

  • Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Anchorage to San Francisco International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.

  • Finding a cheap ticket from Anchorage to SFO is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as there's a better deal.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Anchorage to San Francisco International Airport.

The best time to fly from Anchorage to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

  • It's time to figure out your dates for your flight from Anchorage to San Francisco International Airport. August is the busiest month to travel to San Francisco. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in February.

  • The warmest month in San Francisco is September, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 22ºC. Lock in your flights from Anchorage to SFO in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • Look for cheap flights from Anchorage to San Francisco International Airport in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC and 16ºC on average.

More about San Francisco

  • When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in San Francisco right here. Check out these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Anchorage to San Francisco International Airport:

  • Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz Island are a couple of top-rated attractions to add to your San Francisco must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Lombard Street.

Complete your San Francisco trip with a car rental

  • Choose one of our car rentals in San Francisco and see the city at your own pace. Easily compare prices from trusted rental companies in one place after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Anchorage to San Francisco International Airport.

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