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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Miami from $181

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 24/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — MIA
6 May — 13 May1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Francisco to Miami are usually found in January or September, booked 16 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Miami

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to Miami (MIA). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 1 May 2025.

Round-trip from

$358

One-way from

$181

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$628
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 12/6-1/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 15h 02m total
  • San Francisco to Miami
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  • United Airlines
  • 24/6
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 42m total
  • San Francisco to Miami
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($27 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Miami
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Miami. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 1 May 2025.

Thu 12/623:15SFO - MIA
1 stop8h 59mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/708:45MIA - SFO
Nonstop6h 03mUnited Airlines
Deal found 30/4$358
Tue 3/620:49SFO - MIA
1 stop17h 32mAlaska Airlines
Wed 11/618:21MIA - SFO
1 stop17h 50mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 30/4$400
Sat 30/800:40SFO - MIA
1 stop9h 50mDelta
Wed 10/912:10MIA - SFO
1 stop9h 40mDelta
Deal found 1/5$402
Tue 22/705:25SFO - MIA
2 stops13h 15mSouthwest
Fri 25/707:00MIA - SFO
1 stop10h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 29/4$489
Fri 24/1018:15SFO - MIA
1 stop13h 39mSun Country Air
Sun 2/1111:53MIA - SFO
1 stop14h 00mSun Country Air
Deal found 30/4$508
Sun 15/600:59SFO - MIA
1 stop8h 46mAmerican Airlines
Wed 18/607:03MIA - SFO
2 stops11h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 30/4$642

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Price

San FranciscoMiami

SFO - MIA

SFOMIA

San Francisco

Thu 12/6

23:15-11:14

1 stop8h 59m

Miami

Tue 1/7

08:45-11:48

Nonstop6h 03m

$358

San FranciscoMiami

SFO - MIA

SFOMIA

San Francisco

Tue 3/6

20:49-17:21

1 stop17h 32m

Miami

Wed 11/6

18:21-09:11

1 stop17h 50m

$400

San FranciscoMiami

SFO - MIA

SFOMIA

San Francisco

Sat 30/8

00:40-13:30

1 stop9h 50m

Miami

Wed 10/9

12:10-18:50

1 stop9h 40m

$402

San FranciscoMiami

SFO - MIA

SFOMIA

San Francisco

Tue 22/7

05:25-21:40

2 stops13h 15m

Miami

Fri 25/7

07:00-14:15

1 stop10h 15m

$489

San FranciscoMiami

SFO - MIA

SFOMIA

San Francisco

Fri 24/10

18:15-10:54

1 stop13h 39m

Miami

Sun 2/11

11:53-22:53

1 stop14h 00m

$508

San FranciscoMiami

SFO - MIA

SFOMIA

San Francisco

Sun 15/6

00:59-12:45

1 stop8h 46m

Miami

Wed 18/6

07:03-15:57

2 stops11h 54m

$642

San FranciscoMiami

SFO - MIA

SFOMIA

San Francisco

Tue 24/6

22:48-07:30

Nonstop5h 42m

$181

San FranciscoMiami

SFO - MIA

SFOMIA

San Francisco

Wed 28/5

00:40-13:43

1 stop10h 03m

$202

San FranciscoMiami

SFO - MIA

SFOMIA

San Francisco

Tue 15/7

06:05-19:44

1 stop10h 39m

$234

San FranciscoMiami

SFO - MIA

SFOMIA

San Francisco

Fri 30/5

15:02-17:21

2 stops23h 19m

$270

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Miami

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to Miami

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from San Francisco to Miami. Price data was last updated on 25 April 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from San Francisco to Miami may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 16 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Miami?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Miami (average of $1,295). Flying from San Francisco to Miami in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,057). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SFO to MIA?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to Miami. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 1 May 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from San Francisco to Miami at midday. Doing so could potentially save you 9% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

Weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Miami

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Miami. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 1 May 2025.

The most flights from SFO to MIA are scheduled on a Wednesday (24 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (18 on average).

Rainfall in Miami by month

Plan your trip to Miami by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Miami ranges from 41.0 - 252.0 inches per month. September is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 252.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Miami when rainfall is around 41.0 mm.

Temperature in Miami by month

Plan your trip to Miami by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Miami, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 29.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 20.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Miami

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Miami. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Miami. Reviews last updated 1 May 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Francisco to Miami, such as Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
9,972 reviews
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Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
9,972 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
9,972 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very Good
4,294 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
9,972 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very Good
7,934 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
9,972 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
9,972 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
JetBlue
7.3
Good
2,924 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
9,972 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco to Miami. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from San Francisco to Miami?

    If you wish to fly to Miami from San Francisco, then you need to book flights from San Francisco to Miami. There are 19 flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Miami (MIA) per day to choose from. Flights to Miami from San Francisco are available from 2 different airlines, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 5h 37m is how long a nonstop flight from San Francisco to Miami typically takes.

  • How popular is this San Francisco to Miami flight route?

    The San Francisco to Miami flight path was viewed by 6 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Francisco to Miami round-trip?

    Currently priced at $358, United Airlines will fly you from San Francisco to Miami and back. In addition to United Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Alaska Airlines and Delta - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $400 and $402, respectively. United Airlines is priced at 42% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco to Miami one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with United Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $181. Delta flights start at $202 while deals on JetBlue start at $234 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Francisco to Miami?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from San Francisco to Miami consider choosing China Southern(100%), Copa Airlines(92%) or Virgin Australia(92%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Miami that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Francisco to Miami flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Miami?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Francisco to Miami.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Francisco to Miami?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco to Miami by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Miami (average of $1,295). Flying from San Francisco to Miami in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,057). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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