SFO - DFW

C$ 170 Find Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Dallas

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from San Francisco to Dallas departing on 31/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from San Francisco to Dallas, as well as popular online travel agencies
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from San Francisco to Dallas, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 338
Overall average: C$ 393
United Airlines
Tue 6/1Wed 21/1
SFO - DFW • Direct
Cheapest one-way flights
C$ 170
Typical prices: C$ 186-C$ 383
United Airlines
Wed 31/12
SFO - DFW • Direct
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American's Main Cabin Extra offers early boarding.
Frontier's Economy Bundle includes a carry-on.
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3 weeks
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 3 weeks in advance save around 23% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Dallas (SFO-DFW)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Dallas that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Francisco to Dallas

Tue, 6 Jan - Wed, 21 Jan
United Airlines Logo
4:20 p.m. - 9:55 p.m.
SFO
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DFW
3h 35mdirect
United Airlines Logo
7:25 a.m. - 9:37 a.m.
DFW
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SFO
4h 12mdirect
C$ 338United Airlines
Wed, 7 Jan - Sat, 10 Jan
United Airlines Logo
9:05 a.m. - 6:06 p.m.
SFO
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DFW
7h 01m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
7:25 p.m. - 9:31 p.m.
DFW
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SFO
4h 06mdirect
C$ 346United Airlines
Tue, 6 Jan - Wed, 21 Jan
United Airlines Logo
10:45 a.m. - 4:20 p.m.
SFO
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DFW
3h 35mdirect
United Airlines Logo
11:05 a.m. - 5:50 p.m.
DFW
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SFO
8h 45m1 stop
C$ 352United Airlines
Mon, 12 Jan - Tue, 13 Jan
United Airlines Logo
6:25 p.m. - 11:54 p.m.
SFO
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DFW
3h 29mdirect
United Airlines Logo
7:25 a.m. - 9:35 a.m.
DFW
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SFO
4h 10mdirect
C$ 360United Airlines
Tue, 20 Jan - Sat, 24 Jan
Alaska Airlines Logo
9:00 a.m. - 9:52 p.m.
SFO
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DFW
10h 52m1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
DFW
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SFO
8h 00m1 stop
C$ 363Alaska Airlines
Tue, 6 Jan - Sat, 10 Jan
Delta Logo
4:03 p.m. - 11:54 p.m.
SFO
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DFW
5h 51m1 stop
Delta Logo
8:10 a.m. - 12:23 p.m.
DFW
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SFO
6h 13m1 stop
C$ 365Delta
Wed, 21 Jan - Mon, 26 Jan
United Airlines Logo
9:05 a.m. - 6:06 p.m.
SFO
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DFW
7h 01m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
7:25 a.m. - 9:35 a.m.
DFW
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SFO
4h 10mdirect
C$ 368United Airlines
Mon, 12 Jan - Tue, 13 Jan
United Airlines Logo
6:25 p.m. - 11:54 p.m.
SFO
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DFW
3h 29mdirect
United Airlines Logo
6:10 p.m. - 10:58 p.m.
DFW
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SFO
6h 48m1 stop
C$ 374United Airlines
Thu, 1 Jan - Mon, 12 Jan
Delta Logo
6:00 a.m. - 2:05 p.m.
SFO
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DFW
6h 05m1 stop
Delta Logo
8:10 a.m. - 5:49 p.m.
DFW
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SFO
11h 39m1 stop
C$ 378Delta
Thu, 8 Jan - Mon, 12 Jan
United Airlines Logo
6:25 p.m. - 11:54 p.m.
SFO
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DFW
3h 29mdirect
United Airlines Logo
7:44 p.m. - 9:50 p.m.
DFW
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SFO
4h 06mdirect
C$ 382United Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for San Francisco to Dallas flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from San Francisco to Dallas to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

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

The average price of all round-trip flights from San Francisco to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

When flying from San Francisco to Dallas, you should consider leaving on a Saturday and avoid Wednesdays if you are looking for the best rates. For your return to San Francisco, you’ll find the best rates on Mondays and the most expensive ones on Wednesdays.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from San Francisco to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport is September, where tickets cost C$ 375 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and November, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is C$ 517 and C$ 487 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from San Francisco to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of C$ 324, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Francisco to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from San Francisco to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 23% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 5 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from San Francisco to Dallas

 
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KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Airlines
American Airlines

American's Main Cabin Extra offers early boarding and complimentary drinks, enhancing travel comfort.


American Airlines' Wi-Fi offers 20 minutes free with an ad, ideal for quick tasks.

Read more about American AirlinesBy Harriet Baskas
Frontier

Frontier's Economy Bundle includes a carry-on and seat choice, ideal for budget travelers.


Frontier's Premium Bundle offers extra legroom and priority boarding for just $20 more.

Read more about FrontierBy Stefanie Waldek
United Airlines

United's Economy Plus offers up to six inches more legroom, enhancing comfort on medium-haul flights.


United's Wi-Fi varies; check coverage before purchasing for consistent connectivity.

Read more about United AirlinesBy Stefanie Waldek
Airports
SFO

SFO's curbside check-in is a time-saver. United, Delta, and Southwest offer it for a tip, while American charges per bag.

Read more about SFOBy Blane Bachelor
DFW

For a budget-friendly ride from DFW, take the DART train to downtown Dallas, then a rideshare for a fraction of the cost.

Read more about DFWBy Ramsey Qubein
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Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on American Airlines

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Stefanie Waldek

Expert on Frontier and United Airlines

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Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

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Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on DFW

Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Expert on SFO

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

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Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flightC$ 170
Best time to beat the crowds (7% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (2% more expensive on average)
Flight from San Francisco to Dallas

When to book flights from San Francisco to Dallas

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Francisco to Dallas based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking San Francisco to Dallas flights

  • Which airlines fly directly from San Francisco Airport to Dallas Airport?

    Several airlines operate daily flights from San Francisco to Dallas, including American Airlines, Alaska, and United Airlines. However, American Airlines offers a higher number of non-stop flights between the two cities, and luggage is often included in their prices, which also tend to be the cheaper. At SFO, they fly out of terminals A, B, C, D, and E, so check your departure information prior to the flight.

  • Can I leave my car for the day at San Francisco Airport?

    All the parking garages have different rates, ranging from $25 to $36 a day. If you wish to leave your vehicle for long periods of time, the long-term parking facilities cost about $25 a day and are connected to all the terminals via a courtesy shuttle that runs every 5-15 minutes.

  • What are my transportation options upon arrival at Dallas Airport?

    When arriving on a flight from San Francisco to Los Angeles, passengers who want to head downtown can take the Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) rail service, which runs from 4 a.m. to 1 a.m. and is located on the lower level of Terminal A. If you arrive at any other terminal, take the Terminal Link Shuttle to Terminal A. The TEXRail is another option, and it departs from the TEXRail station on the lower level of Terminal B. Otherwise, you can also get a cab or other similar app-based service.

  • Where are the rental car offices at Dallas Airport?

    Passengers arriving in flights from San Francisco to Dallas who want to rent a car can head to the Rental Car Facility at DFW, which is near the airport’s south entrance, by following the signs from Baggage Claim to the designated pick-up location on the terminal’s lower level. Rental Car shuttle buses run 24 hours and depart every 10-15 minutes.

  • What is the cheapest flight from San Francisco to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from San Francisco to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport was C$ 170 for a one-way ticket and C$ 338 for a round-trip.

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

    American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, JetBlue, Delta, and Hawaiian Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the San Francisco to Dallas flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from San Francisco to Dallas?

    The Airbus A321-100/200 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the San Francisco to Dallas flight route.

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

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

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

    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 Dallas.

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

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

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

    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 Dallas 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 Dallas?

    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 Dallas from San Francisco up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from San Francisco to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for C$ 249 or less one-way.
  • It’s possible to move around San Francisco Airport (SFO)s terminals with Air Train, the free shuttle that carries passengers between all four terminals. The Air Train service runs every few minutes, 24 hours a day.
  • If you have time to kill before your flight at SFO, there are some areas where you can fully relax: the Christian Science Reading Room in Terminal 1, the Berman Reflection Room in the International Terminal, and the two Yoga Rooms in both Terminals 2 and 3, where you can even meditate.
  • Adults traveling with children at SFO can head to the Kids’ Spot areas, where the little ones can let off steam before boarding their flights. There are two Kids’ Spots in Terminal 3 (one near Boarding Area E and one near Boarding Area F) and one at Terminal 2, close to Boarding Area D.
  • If you wish to move between terminals at Dallas Fort Worth Airport (DFW), you can use Skylink, a free light rail train service connecting all five terminals. It runs every two minutes, 24 hours a day, and the maximum ride time between stopping points is nine minutes.
  • There are several onsite hotels at DFW: Grand Hyatt DFW is located in Terminal D; Hyatt Regency is just adjacent to Terminal C; Hyatt Place DFW is inside the airport’s Southgate Plaza; and the Minute Suites Nap Center can be found both in Terminal A (A38) and Terminal D (D23). If you are staying at any other nearby hotel, the courtesy shuttles pick up passengers from the lower level, curbside, at each terminal.

Prefer to fly direct from San Francisco to Dallas?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from San Francisco to Dallas/Fort Worth.
Find which airlines fly direct from San Francisco Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

San Francisco to Dallas/Fort Worth

Monday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Tuesday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Wednesday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Thursday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Friday

American Airlines,United Airlines,Frontier

American Airlines,United Airlines, +1 more

Saturday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Sunday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

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Direct returns

Dallas/Fort Worth to San Francisco

Monday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Tuesday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Wednesday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Thursday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Friday

American Airlines,United Airlines,Frontier

American Airlines,United Airlines, +1 more

Saturday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Sunday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

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Everything you need to know for your flight from San Francisco to Dallas

Information on your arrival and departure airports

San Francisco (SFO)
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)