San Francisco, United States

United States · SFO

San Francisco

Rolling coastal fog, steep historic hills, tech-disruptor energy, and exceptional organic farm-to-table dining in the Mission.

Updated

UK typical return

£640

Average return fare

Lowest tracked

£431.04

Observed October 2026

Cheapest UK month

February

Typically £661 return

Departures

Flights from the UK

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Typical return fares to San Francisco by UK origin
FromTypical returnCheapest month
London£617.65October
Belfast International£640—
Newcastle£696.89November
Aberdeen£722.71—
Bristol£728.53January
Southampton£730.19February
Glasgow£730.60February
Birmingham£749.08November

The stay

Where to stay in San Francisco

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Grand Hyatt at SFO

Grand Hyatt at SFO

4★

55 S McDonnell Rd

Splurge

Luxurious Amenities Grand Hyatt at SFO offers a range of luxurious amenities to ensure a comfortable stay. From a fitness centre to a bar, guests can unwind and relax during their visit. Gourmet Dining Indulge in a culin

Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel

Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel

4★

450 Powell Street

Mid-range

Luxurious Accommodation Experience luxury at its finest at Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel in San Francisco. Our 4-star hotel offers air-conditioned rooms equipped with modern amenities such as a coffee machine, fridg

The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

3★

68 Monarch Bay Dr

Budget

Waterfront Location Situated on the picturesque San Francisco Bay marina, The Marina Inn offers a serene escape with stunning waterfront views. Luxurious Amenities Indulge in the outdoor swimming pool, hot tub, and compl

The experiences

What to do in San Francisco

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Alcatraz Island Inside Tour

4.3/5

2 hours

Ferry to the Rock and explore the cellhouse with the award-winning audio guide, plus a night-tour option for darker stories.

Vintage VW Bus City Tour

5/5

3 hours

See 14 San Francisco districts from a classic Volkswagen van, crossing the Golden Gate and sharing local stories along the way.

"Best private Wine Tour of Napa or Sonoma for up to 8 People"

4.9/5

5 hours

"Simply Amazing!" Visit award-winning wineries full of charm and history and hidden gems in a new model luxury van for your private…

Golden Gate Bay Sailing Cruise

4.9/5

1h 30m

A 90-minute catamaran sail past Alcatraz and under the Golden Gate Bridge, with the skyline and sea lions from the water.

San Francisco Love Tour

4.9/5

2 hours

For an unforgettable City Sightseeing tour, hitch a ride in a 1970's VW Hippie bus. This is an authentic and unique way to experience San…

Painted Ladies San Francisco City Tour

4.9/5

2 hours

Come jump on a city tour with us to cruise through some of the 15 top city highlights including Union Square, Chinatown, North Beach,…

Timing

Best time to fly to San Francisco

Typical fare by month UK median typical return.

Months without an observation use the route typical.

UK median typical return fare by month. Months without an observation are marked No data and use the route typical on the chart.
MonthTypical return fare
January£672
February£661.25
March£671.50
April£664.58
May£676.61
June£732.81
July£781.69
August£697.25
SeptemberNo data
October£670
November£666.38
December£682.13

Before you go

Questions

When is the cheapest time to fly to San Francisco from the UK?

Fares to San Francisco are typically lowest in April, averaging £647.60 return. Since airlines shift prices without warning, Route & Room tracks UK departures 24/7, publishing verified price cuts directly to our members.

What is considered a good price for a return flight to San Francisco?

Route & Room has verified return flights to San Francisco as low as £432.63, compared to typical market fares of £640. Anything under £520 is a strong price, and we filter out self-transfers and grueling layovers before publishing.

Which UK airports fly to San Francisco?

We track departures from London, Aberdeen, Bristol, Newcastle, Birmingham, Southampton, Leeds Bradford and Glasgow to San Francisco.

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