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Good to Know - First Class Flights to San Francisco

Low season

January

High season

September

Average price round-trip

$1,781

Good deal round-trip

$486

Good deal one-way

$225
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 2% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 8% lower on average.
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When to book first class flights to San Francisco

Are your dates flexible? We break down the daily and monthly prices for first class flights to San Francisco, so you can find the best time to fly.
Average price per month
To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for first class flights to San Francisco, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all the values for each month.
Flight prices as travel date approaches
To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for first class flights to San Francisco, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.

FAQs for San Francisco first class flights

  • Which airline has the best first class amenities for flights to San Francisco?

    American Airlines offers the best amenities of all first class flights to San Francisco. Their A321Ts aircraft only offer 10 first-class seats, but it’s heaven for passengers. They are private and have aisle access which is rare on domestic flights. They offer Viasat high-speed internet connection, power outlets, an entertainment system, and their flight food is great.

  • Which airline lounge provides the best amenities for first class flights to San Francisco?

    The Delta Sky Club is the place to be if you’re arriving on a first class flight to San Francisco. Compared to other airline lounges, the Delta Sky Club offers a satisfying mix of lounge amenities. For instance, most lounges don’t offer showers, but you will find one in the Delta Sky Club. Other great amenities include alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, a business center, Wi-Fi, personalized travel assistance, snacks, and complimentary newspapers.

  • Which airline offers spacious seats for domestic flights to San Francisco?

    Alaska Airlines have the most spacious non-lie-flat first-class seats compared to other airlines offering domestic flights to San Francisco. If you need the extra room, you will enjoy up to 8 inches more legroom than main cabin seats and a generous recline. Settle in on their custom-designed Recaro leather seats fitted with power outlets, footrests, and up to a 41-inch seat pitch (non-lie-flat seats).

  • How long is a flight to San Francisco?

    Flights from Phoenix2h 06m
    Flights from Seattle2h 15m
    Flights from San Diego1h 35m
    Flights from Dallas3h 43m
    Flights from Denver2h 43m
  • What is the most popular airline offering First Class flights to San Francisco?

    Among KAYAK users, American Airlines is the most popular airline offering First Class seats on flights to San Francisco.

  • How much is a First Class ticket to San Francisco?

    The price of a First Class flight ticket to San Francisco varies greatly based on its origin. From Los Angeles, the cost generally starts at $187, whereas First Class travelers from Boston pay around $709.

  • Which airlines offer First Class tickets on flights to San Francisco?

    Traveling to San Francisco and want to offer yourself a First Class experience? Depending on the origin, the following airlines offer seats in First Class: American Airlines, United Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Delta.

  • How does KAYAK find such good deals on First Class tickets to San Francisco?

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

  • What is the best airline for first class flights to San Francisco?

    The highest-rated airline by KAYAK users offering first class flights to San Francisco is Alaska Airlines, with an overall rating of 8.0.

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Top tips for finding first class flights to San Francisco

  • A domestic first class flight to San Francisco will arrive at San Francisco International Airport (SFO). If you want to check out some of the lounges, American Airlines have their lounge at terminal 2 around boarding area D.
  • The Delta Sky Club is at Terminal 1 around concourse C next to Gate 1, while United Airlines have three lounges in the domestic terminal and one in the international terminal.
  • Flying first class to San Francisco has its benefits which begin when boarding the plane. You’ll have priority when being served, which means faster check-in, security, and baggage handling. Moreover, first-class passengers are invited to board first, so you can settle down and start enjoying the first-class experience.
  • Business travelers visiting San Francisco should consider booking first class flights to San Francisco to stay productive throughout the flight. You’ll find built-in power outlets and Wi-Fi onboard all jets and the space you need to perfect your big presentation.
  • To get a below average price, try to book at least 1 week in advance of your departure date.
  • The most expensive day to fly First Class to San Francisco is Friday, while the cheapest is Tuesday.
  • First Class fares are obviously pricier than economy, but if you’re looking for the best deals, First Class flights to San Francisco are cheapest in November. On the other hand, fares are at their most expensive during May.
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Top 5 airlines flying to San Francisco

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying to San Francisco. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline from the United States to San Francisco. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly first class to San Francisco? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.1
SouthwestOverall score based on 6072 reviews
8.7Crew
7.3Food
8.1Comfort
7.8Entertainment
8.3Boarding
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The flight itself was good. Delays were the problem. Original flight was scheduled for 8:10 pm. Got notifications all day -- actual time is 8:40; then 8:25; then 8:35; then 8:45. Then once I get through security, it's actually 9:35.

6.0 GoodTobin, Apr 2024PHX - BUR
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The flight itself was good. Delays were the problem. Original flight was scheduled for 8:10 pm. Got notifications all day -- actual time is 8:40; then 8:25; then 8:35; then 8:45. Then once I get through security, it's actually 9:35.

Crew was great but because of fog they diverted us to Ontario instead of our Santa Barbara destination. Instead of cancelling the flight as soon as we landed in Ontario, they instead held us in Ontario for almost 4 hours before cancelling the flight. I had to rent a car in Ontario to get back to ventura on time to get an elderly relative his medication and take over his caretaking… otherwise if I had taken the buses you offered from Ontario I wouldn’t have even arrived to Santa Barbara till at least midnight (according to southwest airlines employees at Ontario), and then would have had to drive back down to ventura. At least renting the car I could get up to ventura by 10 pm to take care of my loved one.

Boarding was quick. The flight itself was good. However, no charging ports for cell phones. Also, the food provided was just a few snacks. For a 5-hr flight, I would expect at least a sandwich.

Best domestic airline in the USA. Excellent fares and two bags included with every fare (only carrier to do so).

Everything was great except for the in-flight wifi that wasn't working.

The crew was fabulous, outstanding, friendly, attentive and just great, really made my flight one of the best I've ever had, thank you southwest crew flight #474, from Los Angeles to San Francisco on April 2,2024

Everything was very good. I will fly Southwest again soon!

Luggage was intact and arrived at the destination. What more could you ask for.. haha. The delay in arrival wasn’t SW fault.. just selfish passengers not wanting to check their luggage knowing they were in the last boarding groups

Everything went well, but the flight was delayed multiple times. The delays were only minutes, but it was without information on why it was delayed.

Nice and easy. You can't go wrong with the value and quality or Southwest.

No tv, movies for a 6 hour flight! Worst airline I have ever travelled!

Ground crew was great in Austin, flight crew left a lot to be desired. Not particularly friendly, helpful or nice.

My baggage was in another flight, anit was delayed for one hour.

Like South West(2 check in baggage free) if Alaskan Airlines could give at least one check in baggage free then it would be great.

Up on arrival, due to twisted ankle, I wasn’t able to walk. Requested for a wheelchair. They immediately asked for it. After 10 minutes wait a young man named Carlos picked me up at the gate, got my baggage and took me to the pick up area. It was a great service. Thanks Alaska Air line

Staff great. Tight seating. Pretzels and drink same as any other airline.

Horrible. I likely will have to spend several thousand dollars to rebook my international flights, due to their delays, plus a hotel in SF. I can’t wait to never fly them again!

The messaging about the change in flight destination and options for getting to SFO was poor. There should have been frequent updates. When I spoke to the boarding agent moment before we were supposed to board, he was flippant and offered no help before the announcement was made that transportation would be arranged. It was as poor of an experience that I've ever had.

My plane ride down landed 20 min late. Boarding at SFO was strange too. The people at the terminal were nice—but, boarding lacked direction, and was confusing . Coming back was worse—the plane was hours behind—and I barely caught the last Bart train back to San Francisco (3 min more and I would have been in trouble). It was a very stressful trip, and it didn’t need to be.

Good. Quiet. Comfortable. The protests nearly kept me from catching my flight. They waited for me! I made it!

Everything went smoothly. I didn’t like that when I booked in the main cabin my wife and I weren’t seated together. One would think when booking on an option that allows picking your seat. They would put you and your travel partner together. Had to call to get it sorted. They did fix.

On my way home I had a layover. The flight from ATL to CLT was amended 5x while I was waiting. I could have driven home sooner. Overall from Dallas, Tx to Charlotte, NC I started my trip at 4:30pm, I didn’t get home until past midnight. I know things happen, but 5x to make me run back and forth in an airport from different terminals is excessive. I also upgraded to comfort + , I didn’t feel it was worth it. There was no benefit

On my way home I had a layover. The flight from ATL to CLT was amended 5x while I was waiting. I could have driven home sooner. Overall from Dallas, Tx to Charlotte, NC I started my trip at 4:30pm, I didn’t get home until past midnight. I know things happen, but 5x to make me run back and forth in an airport from different terminals is excessive.

They did a fine job. Can't wait to use Delta in the future.

There was a loud squeaky sound the whole time we were flying.

Had a broken tray in business class. Crew just shrugged it off.

Everything was great except for the seat. The backrest would not stay in the upright position.

Seats in first class on the E175 recline too far back. I was in 2A, and the man in 1A fully reclined almost the entire flight. It took 6-7 inches of space away from me and made it very difficult to work on my laptop.

I didn’t not like that I could not select my seat and ended up with the worse seat.

I didn’t like that I could not select my seat and was assigned a seat when I checked in at LAX

There were multiple delays but JetBlue tried to make the boarding and departure process as quick and efficient as possible. The crew was as detached from reality as could be, meaning: not very friendly and just doing things by the numbers.

I had back trouble prior to my flight and everyone was great about helping me.

40 minute delay before take off after boarding flight. Bright lights throughout night flight due Issues with light panels. In flight Entertainment nonfunctional

Another horrible Jet Blue experience. This airline has suffered the biggest decline of all from best to worst. TVs didn’t work (again). internet was temperamental. Boarded late and couldn’t get organized to serve snacks.

I hate their constant delays! It’s as if I cannot confidently make plans for timing when I'm traveling with them. I slept through it, so all I can say is it was good.

My tv was broken on the flight which is disappointing when you pay for a seat and expect a service

Always delays from Boston to Salt lake but this time was very long. Don’t understand while they board the passengers and then make them sit in the plane

There was no wheelchair or wheelchair escort at the gate..unacceptable

One hour delayed departure resulted in problems with planned ground transportation at my destination.

Service for food to our seat was a bit slow. Snack choices were just pretzels or baked chips. My seat cushion was not attached. Other than Barbie, video choice were not very good or current.

Wish we had music during take off and landing like the last flight

Crew is ok. They offered food n drinks. Had difficulty connecting to wifi on board.

Great. Porter is very efficient, welcoming, and organized. I fly Porter often.

Flight was smooth and comfortable. The crew were exceptional. Amanda, Nichole and Hershel were attentive to our every need. So friendly. My daughter and I were surprised at quality of service. Loved the double row seating. Snacks were delicious. We would definitely fly with Porter again. Flight PD 670 SFO to YYZ Thank you so much for the best flight experience we have had

The E195-E2 is a great aircraft! Leather seats, lots of legroom and SO quiet! The flight crew is terrific!

First time with Porter. Amazing experience overall, will be my airline of choice in North America whenever possible. Liked the quality of food and how it was served but one suggestion- a hot meal on the longer flights, perhaps?

Flight delayed 6 hr. Looking for compensation and will claim for it.allow US people to fix to avoid huge delay having a canadian tech to fix it.

The airline arrival at the downtown airport is a big plus.. Food and beverage was excellent. Their non weather related cancellation is horrible. Overall I gave the airline 7 over 10 Tips for people flying porter from Boston. The airline doesn’t have inflight entertainment No TV No WIFI. Bring your entertainment with you.

The airline arrival at the downtown airport is a big plus.. Food and beverage was excellent. Their non weather related cancellation is horrible. Overall I gave the airline 7 over 10

Wasn’t on the flight- again. Bad weather in Halifax and I was in an accident. What a poor experience to have to pay for all this flight and not be on it

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Recent round-trip first class deals

 
We’ve provided our cheapest round-trip first class flights to San Francisco found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
5/30Thu
nonstopUnited Airlines
1h 35mLAX-SFO
6/3Mon
nonstopUnited Airlines
1h 40mSFO-LAX
$281
9/22Sun
nonstopUnited Airlines
1h 23mLAX-SFO
10/1Tue
nonstopUnited Airlines
1h 33mSFO-LAX
$291
6/4Tue
nonstopUnited Airlines
1h 35mLAX-SFO
6/6Thu
nonstopUnited Airlines
1h 40mSFO-LAX
$304
9/22Sun
nonstopUnited Airlines
1h 23mLAX-SFO
9/30Mon
nonstopUnited Airlines
1h 33mSFO-LAX
$314
10/8Tue
nonstopDelta
2h 22mSEA-SFO
10/8Tue
nonstopDelta
2h 23mSFO-SEA
$319
10/8Tue
nonstopDelta
2h 17mSEA-SFO
10/12Sat
nonstopDelta
2h 22mSFO-SEA
$328
10/4Fri
nonstopDelta
2h 14mSEA-SFO
10/9Wed
nonstopDelta
2h 23mSFO-SEA
$333
7/11Thu
nonstopDelta
2h 18mSEA-SFO
7/13Sat
nonstopDelta
2h 17mSFO-SEA
$342
10/4Fri
nonstopDelta
2h 14mSEA-SFO
10/7Mon
nonstopDelta
2h 23mSFO-SEA
$347
10/5Sat
nonstopDelta
2h 12mSEA-SFO
10/9Wed
nonstopDelta
2h 23mSFO-SEA
$348
10/5Sat
nonstopDelta
2h 14mSEA-SFO
10/12Sat
nonstopDelta
2h 23mSFO-SEA
$357
10/5Sat
nonstopDelta
2h 14mSEA-SFO
10/11Fri
nonstopDelta
2h 23mSFO-SEA
$362
10/5Sat
1 stopDelta
7h 27mSEA-SFO
10/8Tue
nonstopDelta
2h 20mSFO-SEA
$392
10/5Sat
1 stopDelta
7h 17mSEA-SFO
10/12Sat
nonstopDelta
2h 23mSFO-SEA
$401
10/3Thu
nonstopUnited Airlines
1h 24mLAX-SFO
10/12Sat
nonstopUnited Airlines
1h 33mSFO-LAX
$401
8/2Fri
nonstopDelta
2h 14mSEA-SFO
8/6Tue
1 stopDelta
4h 42mSFO-SEA
$404
10/4Fri
nonstopDelta
2h 14mSEA-SFO
10/8Tue
1 stopDelta
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$406
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nonstopDelta
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7/26Fri
nonstopDelta
2h 19mSFO-SEA
$417
8/3Sat
nonstopDelta
2h 14mSEA-SFO
8/6Tue
1 stopDelta
4h 42mSFO-SEA
$419
5/30Thu
nonstopUnited Airlines
1h 30mLAX-SFO
6/3Mon
1 stopUnited Airlines
18h 26mSFO-LAX
$431

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Recent one-way first class deals

 
Only flying one-way? Below are some of the best deals for one-way first class flights to San Francisco found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
11/2Sat
nonstopDelta
2h 17mSEA-SFO
$169
6/27Thu
nonstopDelta
2h 16mSEA-SFO
$174
5/13Mon
nonstopUnited Airlines
1h 32mLAX-SFO
$202
8/6Tue
1 stopDelta
4h 56mSEA-SFO
$231
11/2Sat
1 stopDelta
7h 27mSEA-SFO
$233
5/20Mon
nonstopDelta
2h 12mSEA-SFO
$254
5/20Mon
1 stopDelta
4h 49mSEA-SFO
$293
5/13Mon
nonstopDelta
2h 12mSEA-SFO
$314
6/27Thu
1 stopDelta
6h 21mSEA-SFO
$318
5/13Mon
1 stopDelta
7h 59mSEA-SFO
$323
5/22Wed
1 stopUnited Airlines
7h 09mLAX-SFO
$349
10/9Wed
1 stopDelta
10h 28mORD-SFO
$432
9/20Fri
1 stopDelta
12h 39mLAX-SFO
$432
7/6Sat
1 stopAmerican Airlines
7h 51mORD-SFO
$448
9/20Fri
1 stopUnited Airlines
8h 15mLAX-SFO
$453
11/2Sat
2 stopsUnited Airlines
13h 55mSEA-SFO
$457
7/8Mon
1 stopAmerican Airlines
8h 34mBOS-SFO
$458
5/15Wed
1 stopUnited Airlines
11h 04mLAX-SFO
$463
9/14Sat
1 stopUnited Airlines
6h 26mORD-SFO
$479
5/21Tue
1 stopUnited Airlines
6h 36mORD-SFO
$482

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