Cheap Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Xalapa (JAL)

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Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Xalapa (JAL)
Origin airport
San Francisco Intl.
Destination airport
El Lencero
Distance
1984 mi

San Francisco to Xalapa Flights

The cheapest times to fly from San Francisco to Xalapa

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from San Francisco to Xalapa are during the month of . You can find some of the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Xalapa with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

The best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Xalapa

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from San Francisco to Xalapa: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from San Francisco to Xalapa

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from San Francisco to Xalapa in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap San Francisco to Xalapa flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your San Francisco to Xalapa airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

Frequently asked questions

Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from San Francisco Airport to El Lencero Airport (JAL) last minute?
Being spontaneous is a terrific way to travel around, but it isn’t necessarily the wisest method to grab a bargain flight. Consider booking your San Francisco Airport to El Lencero Airport trip in advance rather than waiting till the last minute. Based on flight pricing and demand studies in 2022, we have found that the best time to book domestic flights is between 28 – 35 days ahead of the departure date, and international flights three to four months in advance. Leave your spontaneity for when you reach your destination!
What airports do you fly into for Xalapa from San Francisco?
You can travel from San Francisco to Xalapa through El Lencero Airport (JAL) and General Heriberto Jara Intl. Airport (VER). Arrive at El Lencero Airport (JAL) and you’ll be around 9 mi to the southeast of Xalapa. Check in to your comfy new digs and then discover some of this city’s leading sights, including Xalapa Cathedral and Plaza Las Americas Mall.
Can I change the date of my flight from SFO to El Lencero Airport (JAL)?
It’s a piece of cake to make changes to your San Francisco Airport to JAL journey yourself. Simply go to the Expedia Trips portal and choose “change flight.” Search for new flights and choose the one that works with your new plans. You’ll get an estimate of applicable flight change costs. You can also find your way to our Customer Service portal to chat to our Virtual Agent and get answers to your questions.

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