Question 1

How long does a flight from San Francisco to Boston take?

Accepted Answer

Direct flights cover the 6,981 km separating San Francisco to Boston in about 5h 31m. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 2

How many flights are there between San Francisco and Boston per day?

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Each day, there are between 9 and 12 nonstop flights that take off from San Francisco and land in Boston, with an average flight time of 5h 39m. The most common departure time is 1:00 p.m. and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 81 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Monday, when 15% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Saturday. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 3

How many flights are there between San Francisco and Boston per day?

Accepted Answer

Each day, there are between 9 and 12 nonstop flights that take off from San Francisco and land in Boston, with an average flight time of 5h 39m. The most common departure time is 1:00 p.m. and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 81 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Monday, when 15% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Saturday. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 4

What is the cheapest flight from San Francisco to Boston?

Accepted Answer

In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from San Francisco to Boston was C$ 185 for a one-way ticket and C$ 306 for a round-trip. <a href='/flight-routes/San-Francisco-SFO/Boston-Logan-Intl-BOS'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 5

Which airlines fly most frequently between San Francisco and Boston?

Accepted Answer

San Francisco and Boston are connected by different airlines. The airlines that fly that route the most regularly are United Airlines (32 flights per week), JetBlue (26 flights per week), and Delta (16 flights per week). Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 6

Which airlines fly most frequently between San Francisco and Boston?

Accepted Answer

San Francisco and Boston are connected by different airlines. The airlines that fly that route the most regularly are United Airlines (32 flights per week), JetBlue (26 flights per week), and Delta (16 flights per week). Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 7

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Boston?

Accepted Answer

If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to Boston on a Sunday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Thursday is the most expensive day to fly from San Francisco to Boston. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Sunday and avoiding Fridays for the best deals. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 8

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Boston?

Accepted Answer

If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to Boston on a Sunday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Thursday is the most expensive day to fly from San Francisco to Boston. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Sunday and avoiding Fridays for the best deals. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 9

What’s the earliest departure time from San Francisco to Boston?

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Early birds can take the earliest flight from San Francisco at 6:00 am and will be landing in Boston at 2:37 pm.

Question 10

What’s the latest departure time from San Francisco to Boston?

Accepted Answer

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from San Francisco to Boston jets off at 11:25 pm and lands at 8:10 am.

Question 11

Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from San Francisco to Boston?

Accepted Answer

JetBlue, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, United Airlines, and Lufthansa offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the San Francisco to Boston flight route.

Question 12

Which aircraft models fly most regularly from San Francisco to Boston?

Accepted Answer

The Airbus A321neo is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the San Francisco to Boston flight route.

Question 13

On which days can I fly direct from San Francisco to Boston?

Accepted Answer

There are direct flights from San Francisco to Boston on a daily basis.

Question 14

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Boston?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest month for flights from San Francisco to Boston is January, where tickets cost C$ 447 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is C$ 637 and C$ 610 respectively.

Question 15

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Boston?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest month for flights from San Francisco to Boston is January, where tickets cost C$ 447 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is C$ 637 and C$ 610 respectively.

Question 16

How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from San Francisco to Boston?

Accepted Answer

KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from San Francisco to Boston. <a href='/flight-routes/San-Francisco-SFO/Boston-Logan-Intl-BOS'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 17

How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from San Francisco to Boston?

Accepted Answer

KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Boston from San Francisco is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now. <a href='/flight-routes/San-Francisco-SFO/Boston-Logan-Intl-BOS'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 18

What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from San Francisco to Boston?

Accepted Answer

Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Boston with an airline and back to San Francisco with another airline. <a href='/flight-routes/San-Francisco-SFO/Boston-Logan-Intl-BOS'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 19

What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from San Francisco to Boston?

Accepted Answer

Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Boston from San Francisco up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best. <a href='/flight-routes/San-Francisco-SFO/Boston-Logan-Intl-BOS'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 20

How often are flights from San Francisco to Boston delayed?

Accepted Answer

Weekly flights between San Francisco and Boston historically see delays in approximately 16% of cases, with the average delay over the past year being 173 minutes.

Question 21

Which airline has the best punctuality record on San Francisco to Boston flights?

Accepted Answer

Based on our data, Alaska Airlines have experienced the fewest delays on this route in the past 12 months, with only about 11% of their flights encountering any delays.

Question 22

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Accepted Answer

Statistically, Saturday is the day of the week with the fewest delays on this flight route, while Thursday has typically experienced more delays than other days.

Question 23

What is the most punctual flight time for San Francisco to Boston flights?

Accepted Answer

Typically, flights leaving in the evening tend to face fewer delays, whereas flights in the early afternoon have historically encountered delays more often.

Question 24

Which cabin class options are there for flights between San Francisco and Boston?

Accepted Answer

There is only one cabin class option available for the route, which is Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

Question 25

Which cabin class options are there for flights between San Francisco and Boston?

Accepted Answer

There is only one cabin class option available for the route, which is Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

Question 26

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Boston?

Accepted Answer

In the past 3 days, the cheapest round-trip tickets from San Francisco to Boston were found on Delta (C$ 313) and United Airlines (C$ 327).

Question 27

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Boston?

Accepted Answer

In the past 3 days, the cheapest round-trip tickets from San Francisco to Boston were found on Delta (C$ 313) and United Airlines (C$ 327).

Question 28

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Francisco to Boston?

Accepted Answer

To get a below average price on the flight from San Francisco to Boston, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 35% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 10 weeks before departure.

Question 29

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Francisco to Boston?

Accepted Answer

To get a below average price on the flight from San Francisco to Boston, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 35% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 10 weeks before departure.

Question 30

Can I save money by flying with a layover from San Francisco to Boston?

Accepted Answer

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop layover the cheapest option at C$ 318 on average.

Question 31

Can I save money by flying with a layover from San Francisco to Boston?

Accepted Answer

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop layover the cheapest option at C$ 318 on average.

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What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Boston?

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Boston?

The cheapest month for flights from San Francisco to Boston is January, where tickets cost C$ 447 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is C$ 637 and C$ 610 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from San Francisco to Boston?

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop layover the cheapest option at C$ 318 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Francisco to Boston?

To get a below average price on the flight from San Francisco to Boston, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 35% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 10 weeks before departure.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Boston?

In the past 3 days, the cheapest round-trip tickets from San Francisco to Boston were found on Delta (C$ 313) and United Airlines (C$ 327).

Which airlines fly most frequently between San Francisco and Boston?

San Francisco and Boston are connected by different airlines. The airlines that fly that route the most regularly are United Airlines (32 flights per week), JetBlue (26 flights per week), and Delta (16 flights per week).

How often are flights from San Francisco to Boston delayed?

Weekly flights between San Francisco and Boston historically see delays in approximately 16% of cases, with the average delay over the past year being 173 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for San Francisco to Boston flights?

Typically, flights leaving in the evening tend to face fewer delays, whereas flights in the early afternoon have historically encountered delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Statistically, Saturday is the day of the week with the fewest delays on this flight route, while Thursday has typically experienced more delays than other days.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on San Francisco to Boston flights?

Based on our data, Alaska Airlines have experienced the fewest delays on this route in the past 12 months, with only about 11% of their flights encountering any delays.

Which cabin class options are there for flights between San Francisco and Boston?

There is only one cabin class option available for the route, which is Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

How many flights are there between San Francisco and Boston per day?

How long does a flight from San Francisco to Boston take?

Direct flights cover the 6,981 km separating San Francisco to Boston in about 5h 31m.

What’s the earliest departure time from San Francisco to Boston?

Early birds can take the earliest flight from San Francisco at 6:00 am and will be landing in Boston at 2:37 pm.

What’s the latest departure time from San Francisco to Boston?

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from San Francisco to Boston jets off at 11:25 pm and lands at 8:10 am.

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What is the cheapest flight from San Francisco to Boston?

In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from San Francisco to Boston was C$ 185 for a one-way ticket and C$ 306 for a round-trip.

Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from San Francisco to Boston?

JetBlue, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, United Airlines, and Lufthansa offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the San Francisco to Boston flight route.

Which aircraft models fly most regularly from San Francisco to Boston?

The Airbus A321neo is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the San Francisco to Boston flight route.

On which days can I fly direct from San Francisco to Boston?

There are direct flights from San Francisco to Boston on a daily basis.

How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from San Francisco to Boston?

KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from San Francisco to Boston.

How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from San Francisco to Boston?

KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Boston from San Francisco is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from San Francisco to Boston?

Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Boston with an airline and back to San Francisco with another airline.

What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from San Francisco to Boston?

Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Boston from San Francisco up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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