$98 Cheap Flights from Sun Valley (SUN) to San Francisco (SFO)

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Cheap Flights from Sun Valley to San Francisco (SUN-SFO)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $98 for one-way flights and $197 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

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Flights from Sun Valley (SUN) to San Francisco (SFO)
Origin airport
Friedman Memorial
Destination airport
San Francisco Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, Delta, Hawaiian Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$196
Distance
587 mi

Sun Valley to San Francisco Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Sun Valley to San Francisco

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 Sun Valley to San Francisco are during the month of June. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Sun Valley to San Francisco with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

The best time to book a flight from Sun Valley to San Francisco

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Sun Valley to San Francisco: 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 Sun Valley to San Francisco

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 Sun Valley to San Francisco in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $98 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 Sun Valley to San Francisco 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 Sun Valley to San Francisco 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 Friedman Memorial Airport (SUN) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) last minute?
Booking your trip from Friedman Memorial Airport to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) at the last minute could save you a nice sum if you’re lucky enough to find a terrific deal. However, fares usually don’t come down in price closer to the departure date. If you hold off, flights could also be sold out or the best seats gone (because no one wants the middle seat). If you don’t want to hedge your bets, book well ahead of your departure date. Remember that some of the most awesome deals can be found up to a year in advance. If your favorite airline hasn’t released its fares yet, check back regularly as deals are updated on Expedia constantly.
What airports do you fly into for San Francisco from Sun Valley?
With San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO), Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) and Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) to select from, getting from Sun Valley to San Francisco is a snap. The city’s main gateway, San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO), is about 12 mi south of the center. Apart from ticket prices, consider things like bus or train options from the airport and the distance to your hotel before making your decision. Get your San Francisco vacation off to an awesome start by exploring Pier 39 and Golden Gate Bridge.
Can I change the date of my flight from SUN to San Francisco Airport?
Expedia makes it easy to make amendments to your Friedman Memorial Airport to San Francisco Airport journey yourself. Access your details via the Expedia Trips portal and click on “change flight.” Browse around for new flights and choose the one that fits your new plans. You’ll get an estimate of flight change fees that may apply. You can also visit our Customer Service portal to chat to our Virtual Agent and get answers to your questions.

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