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$180 Find Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Miami

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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 Miami, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Miami (SFO-MIA)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from San Francisco to Miami 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 return flight deals from San Francisco to Miami

Tue, 3 Feb - Mon, 9 Feb
United Airlines Logo
00:43 - 10:56SFO-MIA
7h 13m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
06:05 - 09:43MIA-SFO
6h 38mdirect
$359United Airlines
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Tue, 13 Jan - Fri, 16 Jan
United Airlines Logo
23:18 - 07:51SFO-MIA
5h 33mdirect
United Airlines Logo
12:18 - 19:09MIA-SFO
9h 51m1 stop
$362United Airlines
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Mon, 8 Dec - Wed, 10 Dec
United Airlines Logo
13:15 - 21:45SFO-MIA
5h 30mdirect
United Airlines Logo
11:55 - 17:46MIA-SFO
8h 51m1 stop
$364United Airlines
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Tue, 2 Dec - Sat, 6 Dec
United Airlines Logo
05:00 - 15:35SFO-MIA
7h 35m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
08:30 - 12:03MIA-SFO
6h 33mdirect
$365United Airlines
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Thu, 13 Nov - Wed, 19 Nov
Southwest Logo
05:30 - 18:45SFO-MIA
10h 15m1 stop
Southwest Logo
13:45 - 18:35MIA-SFO
7h 50m1 stop
$382Southwest
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Tue, 11 Nov - Tue, 18 Nov
Delta Logo
06:00 - 17:33SFO-MIA
8h 33m1 stop
Delta Logo
15:40 - 20:56MIA-SFO
8h 16m1 stop
$390Delta
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Thu, 4 Dec - Wed, 10 Dec
Frontier Logo
06:00 - 23:18SFO-MIA
14h 18m2 stops
Frontier Logo
21:03 - 13:18MIA-SFO
19h 15m2 stops
$396Frontier
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Sat, 15 Nov - Tue, 9 Dec
Delta Logo
00:30 - 13:32SFO-MIA
10h 02m1 stop
Delta Logo
15:50 - 20:59MIA-SFO
8h 09m1 stop
$397Delta
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Sun, 16 Nov - Tue, 18 Nov
Southwest Logo
10:10 - 23:45SFO-MIA
10h 35m1 stop
Southwest Logo
13:45 - 18:35MIA-SFO
7h 50m1 stop
$412Southwest
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Wed, 28 Jan - Thu, 5 Feb
Alaska Airlines Logo
18:56 - 15:39SFO-MIA
17h 43m1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
16:39 - 09:11MIA-SFO
19h 32m1 stop
$418Alaska Airlines
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Everything you should know

When to book
2 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 2 weeks in advance save around 23% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 14% price drop
February
Most popular
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Cheapest return fare
$359
Overall average: $617
United Airlines
Tue 3/2Mon 9/2
SFO - MIA • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
$368
Typical prices: $431-$813
United Airlines
Mon 17/11Thu 20/11
SFO - MIA • Direct
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KAYAK's insights & trends for San Francisco to Miami flights

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

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Miami, 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 Miami is January, where tickets cost $496 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and February, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $766 and $617 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from San Francisco to Miami?

The average return price for all direct flights, flights with one stopover, and flights with two stopovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of $544, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

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

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 Miami, 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 Miami, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 23% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 4 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonAugust
Cheapest flight$180
Best time to beat the crowds (12% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (7% more expensive on average)
Flight from San Francisco to Miami

When to book flights from San Francisco to Miami

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Francisco to Miami based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns 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 flights from San Francisco to Miami

  • What shops can be found in San Francisco International Airport?

    If you are a sports fan, go to the Bay Area Club House in Terminal 3 of San Francisco International Airport to purchase football-related apparel and souvenirs. To do some clothes shopping or purchase accessories, stop by M. Fredric, a popular boutique that can be found in Terminal 2 near Boarding Area D.

  • Which airlines have lounges in San Francisco Airport?

    America, United Airlines, and Delta have their own lounges for customers that are placed in the Departures terminals. If you want a quiet place to relax while waiting for boarding, contact your airline to reserve an entry ticket.

  • Where can I bring my dog to stretch its legs in Miami International Airport?

    At this time, Miami International Airport has three outdoor and four indoor pet relief zones. Each of these grassy areas contains running water, free disposal bags, trashcans, and additional cleanup supplies. They are also securely fenced in to help ensure that your pet is as safe as possible.

  • What are good hotels that are close to Miami International Airport?

    The Miami International Airport Hotel is a casual choice located directly inside of the Main Terminal and is a 15m drive from the city’s downtown. For those interested in affordable lodging, book a room at the Days Inn by Wyndham Miami Airport North, which is a 4m drive from Miami International Airport and just under 12 mi from South Beach. If you would like a chic hotel, select the 4-star Hilton Miami Airport Blue Lagoon, which is a 7m drive from the airport and a 16m drive from the Venetian Pool.

  • What is the cheapest flight from San Francisco to Miami?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from San Francisco to Miami was $180 for a one-way ticket and $359 for a return.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from San Francisco to Miami?

    San Francisco airport is called San Francisco and the only airport in Miami is Miami.

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

    American Airlines, JetBlue, and SWISS offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the San Francisco to Miami flight route.

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

    The Boeing 737 MAX 8 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the San Francisco to Miami flight route.

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

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

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

    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 Miami.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Miami 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 Miami?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Miami 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 Miami?

    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 Miami 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 Miami

  • To find nonstop flights from San Francisco to Miami, browse through reservations with American Airlines. If you don’t mind having a layover during your travels, both Delta and United Airlines are good choices, as they offer seats with additional legroom for a small fee.
  • If you want to be as refreshed as possible for your long day of traveling, head to the Freshen’ Up that is located in the Main Hall of San Francisco International Airport (SFO). For $25 you can take a 30m shower and be provided with shampoo, soap, shower shoes, towels, and lotion.
  • Interested in planes? Don’t forget to visit the Aviation Museum that can be found in San Francisco International Airport. This museum can be accessed for free by all travelers and contains many exhibits highlighting the airport’s history.
  • If you or someone you are traveling with is a member of the military, you might want to stop by the military hospitality lounge in Concourse E of Miami International Airport (MIA). Run by volunteers, this lounge has snacks, televisions, magazines, and Wi-Fi access, making it a convenient place to relax after your flight from San Francisco to Miami has landed.
  • For travelers with small children, bring them to the Plane Fun play area in Concourse E of Miami International Airport. This zone was designed by the Miami Children’s Museum and has aviation-themed toys as well as a toddler’s section.

Prefer to fly direct from San Francisco to Miami?

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

Direct departures

San Francisco to Miami

Monday

American Airlines, United Airlines

American Airlines, United Airlines

Tuesday

American Airlines, United Airlines

American Airlines, United Airlines

Wednesday

American Airlines, United Airlines

American Airlines, United Airlines

Thursday

American Airlines, United Airlines

American Airlines, United Airlines

Friday

American Airlines, United Airlines

American Airlines, United Airlines

Saturday

American Airlines, United Airlines

American Airlines, United Airlines

Sunday

American Airlines, United Airlines

American Airlines, United Airlines

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Direct returns

Miami to San Francisco

Monday

American Airlines, United Airlines

American Airlines, United Airlines

Tuesday

American Airlines, United Airlines

American Airlines, United Airlines

Wednesday

American Airlines, United Airlines

American Airlines, United Airlines

Thursday

American Airlines, United Airlines

American Airlines, United Airlines

Friday

American Airlines, United Airlines

American Airlines, United Airlines

Saturday

American Airlines, United Airlines

American Airlines, United Airlines

Sunday

American Airlines, United Airlines

American Airlines, United Airlines

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