- Must visit
de Young Museum
Major art museum in Golden Gate Park with American collections, a sculpture garden and a rooftop terrace with fine city views.
Flights from Ontario, CA to San Francisco, CA depart on average 105 times per day, taking around 3h 35m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £46 but you can travel from only £38 by coach.
There are 37 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 00:30, the last at 23:56. The fastest flight covers the 595 km distance in 1h 15m. October is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 595 km |
Average flight duration 3h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £46 |
Flights per day 105 |
Direct flights 37 |
Fastest flight 1h 15m |
First flight 0:30 |
Last flight 23:56 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Cheapest price on 20 Sept
£132
Average ticket price on 20 Sept
£529
Fastest journey on 20 Sept
1 h 21 m
Average journey duration on 20 Sept
1 h 22 m
Flights on 20 Sept
160
Distance
595 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Ontario, CA to San Francisco, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ontario, CA to San Francisco, CA will cost around £529 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £132.
On Sun 20 Sept, we found 160 flights from Ontario, CA to San Francisco, CA, including 44 direct services.
These direct flights cover the 595 km distance in an average of 1 h 22 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 21 m .
The slowest flights will take 1 h 23 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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AS408Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Ontario, CA to San Francisco, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £74 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 28m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £74, while a flight costs an average of £94.
Distance: 595 km
| Flight | Most popular Coach | Train | Driving |
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£94 Average Price | £81 Average Price | £74 Average Price Cheapest | £68 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 28m Average total duration Fastest 1h 28m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 10h 53m Average total duration 10h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 39m Average total duration 10h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 36m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Ontario, CA to San Francisco, CA:
A coach is £0.09 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Ontario, CA to San Francisco, CA costing on average £94.
Other travel options to San Francisco, CA take longer:
Coach takes on average 10h 15m.
The table below shows live departures for Ontario, CA to San Francisco, CA flights for today, Saturday 19 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 13:00 Ontario, CA | 1h30 | 14:30 San Francisco, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
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Discover the best of San Francisco, CA — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect San Francisco, CA trip today.
Major art museum in Golden Gate Park with American collections, a sculpture garden and a rooftop terrace with fine city views.
Expansive science museum with a rainforest dome, aquarium, planetarium and natural history displays, ideal for curious visitors of all ages.
Modern and contemporary art museum with strong rotating exhibitions and a central location near Yerba Buena Gardens.
Historic waterfront district with sea lions, bay views, ferries and lively promenades. Busy but still a classic first-time stop.
Steep Lombard Street block famed for tight curves, gardens and postcard views. Best enjoyed on foot from the steps beside the roadway.
Large urban park with gardens, lakes, museums and broad walking routes. An easy place to balance sightseeing with green space.
A crusty, tangy loaf rooted in Gold Rush-era baking. It is one of San Francisco’s signature foods and is often served with local seafood dishes.
A rich tomato-and-cream crab soup linked to Italian-American cooking in North Beach. It is a longstanding local speciality tied to Dungeness crab season.
Fresh Dungeness crab, usually simply cracked and served to highlight its sweet flavour. It is one of the Bay Area’s most prized seasonal seafood traditions.
Long-running North Beach restaurant famed for cioppino and classic Italian-American seafood in an old-school dining room.
Casual Mission institution known for hefty Mission-style burritos and quick counter service in a busy neighbourhood setting.
Historic North Beach café known for espresso and Italian atmosphere. A classic stop for coffee and light bites in a lively local setting.
San Francisco is pricier than most US cities, with high hotel rates, costly dining, and parking. Public transport helps, but overall visitor costs are usually high.
Tip 18-20% in restaurants, more for excellent service. Taxis usually get 10-15%. In cafés, rounding up or $1-2 is common.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ontario, CA to San Francisco, CA by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at San Francisco, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Ontario, CA to San Francisco, CA flights use the Los Angeles International Airport to San Francisco International Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Ontario, CA and San Francisco, CA airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Ontario International Airport is 4 km from Ontario city centre. Public transport options include:
Ontario International Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office and Car Rental.
Food options include: Various options in terminals, including fast food and sit-down restaurants
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in all terminals.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Ontario International Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Ontario International Airport: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ontario International Airport: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotels nearby, such as Ontario Airport Hotel & Conference Center..
San Francisco International Airport is 1 km from San Francisco city centre. Public transport options include:
San Francisco International Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located throughout all terminals.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at San Francisco International Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at San Francisco International Airport: Elevators, ramps, toilets.
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