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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport to San Francisco International Airport? If you want to travel next month, round-trip fares start from $314. Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Louisville Muhammad Ali International to San Francisco International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Louisville Muhammad Ali International to San Francisco International flights are currently cheapest in September.

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Louisville to San Francisco: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$298
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time5 hrs, 12 mins
Most popular airlineBreeze Airways
Average flights per week3

Finding cheap flights from Louisville Muhammad Ali International to San Francisco International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Louisville Muhammad Ali International to San Francisco International is $298. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
5 hours and 12 minutes is the average flight time from Louisville Muhammad Ali International to San Francisco International.
Breeze Airways flies direct from Louisville Muhammad Ali International to San Francisco International.
There are 3 flights per week flying from Louisville Muhammad Ali International to San Francisco International, as of May 2026.
The cheapest month to fly from Louisville Muhammad Ali International to San Francisco International is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport to San Francisco International Airport on Friday, September 4, 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 12 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to San Francisco International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to San Francisco is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Breeze Airways offers the cheapest flight tickets to San Francisco International.

Flying from Louisville International Airport-Standiford Field (SDF) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know

  • Take a direct flight from Louisville International Airport-Standiford Field to San Francisco International Airport and you'll be traveling for an average of 5 hours 10 minutes.

  • San Francisco's timezone is UTC-7, making San Francisco three hours behind Louisville.

  • To ensure you catch your SDF to SFO flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.

  • You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.

  • Traveling to San Francisco (and then seeing more of United States!) is easy with Breeze Airways. This popular airline offers direct flights from Louisville International Airport-Standiford Field to San Francisco International Airport.

  • Breeze Airways has the highest passenger demand on this route.

  • We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Louisville International Airport-Standiford Field to San Francisco International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Stopovers between SDF and SFO include:

    • Denver International Airport

    • Los Angeles International Airport

    • Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)

How to find the cheapest flights from Louisville International Airport-Standiford Field (SDF) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

  • The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Louisville International Airport-Standiford Field to San Francisco International Airport flight is $123. A return ticket is currently $298. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.

  • Score cheap tickets from SDF to SFO by booking at least ten months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.

  • September is the cheapest month for flights from Louisville International Airport-Standiford Field to San Francisco International Airport. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.

  • Save time searching for cheap flights from SDF to SFO by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.

  • Discover the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Louisville International Airport-Standiford Field to San Francisco International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.

Handy information about Louisville International Airport-Standiford Field (SDF)

  • You'll find SDF at 600 Terminal Drive.

  • Of the departures from Louisville International Airport-Standiford Field, 77.69% land on schedule at their destination.

  • Central Louisville to Louisville International Airport-Standiford Field is approximately 23 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.

  • The trip on public transport usually takes 2 hours 40 minutes.

  • Get your vacation off to a leisurely start by staying near SDF. Whether you're catching an early flight from Louisville International Airport-Standiford Field to San Francisco International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are the answer:

Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco

  • From San Francisco International Airport, San Francisco is approximately 21 kilometers away. It takes around 20 minutes to drive to the center.

  • If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of about 45 minutes.

When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

  • It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Louisville International Airport-Standiford Field to San Francisco International Airport. August is the busiest month to head to San Francisco. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in February.

  • Lock in your flight from Louisville International Airport-Standiford Field to San Francisco International Airport for September if you want to explore San Francisco during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF).

  • If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SDF to SFO in January. Temperatures average between 6ºC (43ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) then.

Explore more of United States

  • You've seen San Francisco, now it's time to discover other corners of United States. Travel around 64 kilometers south-east to San Jose to tick off its top attractions. From Winchester Mystery House to Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.

  • Around 257 kilometers south-east of San Francisco, Fresno is another essential stop in United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Forestiere Underground Gardens, Fresno Chaffee Zoo and Shinzen Japanese Garden.

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