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Good to Know - First Class Flights to San Francisco

Low season

January

High season

September

Average price round-trip

$1,781

Good deal round-trip

$486

Good deal one-way

$225
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 2% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 8% lower on average.
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When to book first class flights to San Francisco

Are your dates flexible? We break down the daily and monthly prices for first class flights to San Francisco, so you can find the best time to fly.
Average price per month
To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for first class flights to San Francisco, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all the values for each month.
Flight prices as travel date approaches
To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for first class flights to San Francisco, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.

FAQs for San Francisco first class flights

  • Which airline has the best first class amenities for flights to San Francisco?

    American Airlines offers the best amenities of all first class flights to San Francisco. Their A321Ts aircraft only offer 10 first-class seats, but it’s heaven for passengers. They are private and have aisle access which is rare on domestic flights. They offer Viasat high-speed internet connection, power outlets, an entertainment system, and their flight food is great.

  • Which airline lounge provides the best amenities for first class flights to San Francisco?

    The Delta Sky Club is the place to be if you’re arriving on a first class flight to San Francisco. Compared to other airline lounges, the Delta Sky Club offers a satisfying mix of lounge amenities. For instance, most lounges don’t offer showers, but you will find one in the Delta Sky Club. Other great amenities include alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, a business center, Wi-Fi, personalized travel assistance, snacks, and complimentary newspapers.

  • Which airline offers spacious seats for domestic flights to San Francisco?

    Alaska Airlines have the most spacious non-lie-flat first-class seats compared to other airlines offering domestic flights to San Francisco. If you need the extra room, you will enjoy up to 8 inches more legroom than main cabin seats and a generous recline. Settle in on their custom-designed Recaro leather seats fitted with power outlets, footrests, and up to a 41-inch seat pitch (non-lie-flat seats).

  • How long is a flight to San Francisco?

    Flights from Phoenix2h 06m
    Flights from Seattle2h 14m
    Flights from San Diego1h 34m
    Flights from Dallas3h 42m
    Flights from Denver2h 41m
  • What is the most popular airline offering First Class flights to San Francisco?

    Among KAYAK users, American Airlines is the most popular airline offering First Class seats on flights to San Francisco.

  • How much is a First Class ticket to San Francisco?

    The price of a First Class flight ticket to San Francisco varies greatly based on its origin. From Los Angeles, the cost generally starts at $187, whereas First Class travelers from Boston pay around $709.

  • Which airlines offer First Class tickets on flights to San Francisco?

    Traveling to San Francisco and want to offer yourself a First Class experience? Depending on the origin, the following airlines offer seats in First Class: American Airlines, United Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Delta.

  • How does KAYAK find such good deals on First Class tickets to San Francisco?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights to San Francisco for economy class as well as First Class travelers.

  • What is the best airline for first class flights to San Francisco?

    The highest-rated airline by KAYAK users offering first class flights to San Francisco is Alaska Airlines, with an overall rating of 8.0.

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Top tips for finding first class flights to San Francisco

  • A domestic first class flight to San Francisco will arrive at San Francisco International Airport (SFO). If you want to check out some of the lounges, American Airlines have their lounge at terminal 2 around boarding area D.
  • The Delta Sky Club is at Terminal 1 around concourse C next to Gate 1, while United Airlines have three lounges in the domestic terminal and one in the international terminal.
  • Flying first class to San Francisco has its benefits which begin when boarding the plane. You’ll have priority when being served, which means faster check-in, security, and baggage handling. Moreover, first-class passengers are invited to board first, so you can settle down and start enjoying the first-class experience.
  • Business travelers visiting San Francisco should consider booking first class flights to San Francisco to stay productive throughout the flight. You’ll find built-in power outlets and Wi-Fi onboard all jets and the space you need to perfect your big presentation.
  • To get a below average price, try to book at least 1 week in advance of your departure date.
  • First Class fares are obviously pricier than economy, but if you’re looking for the best deals, First Class flights to San Francisco are cheapest in November. On the other hand, fares are at their most expensive during May.
  • The most expensive day to fly First Class to San Francisco is Friday, while the cheapest is Tuesday.
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Top 5 airlines flying to San Francisco

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying to San Francisco. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline from the United States to San Francisco. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly first class to San Francisco? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.0
Alaska AirlinesOverall score based on 9144 reviews
8.6Crew
8.2Boarding
7.3Entertainment
7.3Food
7.9Comfort
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They canceled my flight going back to SF after I was at the airport. Wanted me to take a flight 14 hours later. Not a happy camper.

2.0 MediocreRandy, May 2024SEA - SFO
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They canceled my flight going back to SF after I was at the airport. Wanted me to take a flight 14 hours later. Not a happy camper.

I didn’t like not knowing my seat till I got to the airport - and my boarding group was F (last).

Clean plane, relatively spacious in Main Cabin. One experience: I'm 79, with torn rotator cuff (R shoulder). I asked for help getting my carryon into the overhead bin and was told that the staff "does not help with this" (or some such phrase. On previous flights, help has been offered (and accepted). I prevailed on a fellow passenger for this. Also, why not board back to front?? Would this not help in the speed of boarding?

Flight cancelled an hour before takeoff due to "unscheduled maintenance". New flight makes me have to wait for 5 hours in the airport, at a gate totally on the other side of where I'm at, requiring me to take a tram to get from the N terminal, to the C terminal. After waiting for 5 hours I'm informed my new flight is no longer at the gate I'm at, but instead is back in the N terminal where I was previously.

No tv, movies for a 6 hour flight! Worst airline I have ever travelled!

Ground crew was great in Austin, flight crew left a lot to be desired. Not particularly friendly, helpful or nice.

My baggage was in another flight, anit was delayed for one hour.

Like South West(2 check in baggage free) if Alaskan Airlines could give at least one check in baggage free then it would be great.

Up on arrival, due to twisted ankle, I wasn’t able to walk. Requested for a wheelchair. They immediately asked for it. After 10 minutes wait a young man named Carlos picked me up at the gate, got my baggage and took me to the pick up area. It was a great service. Thanks Alaska Air line

Staff great. Tight seating. Pretzels and drink same as any other airline.

The plane from SNA wouldn’t start after 5 tries. The team gave me an option of flying direct from LAX and giving me a Lyft ride there! Perfect!

Everything went smoothly. I didn’t like that when I booked in the main cabin my wife and I weren’t seated together. One would think when booking on an option that allows picking your seat. They would put you and your travel partner together. Had to call to get it sorted. They did fix.

On my way home I had a layover. The flight from ATL to CLT was amended 5x while I was waiting. I could have driven home sooner. Overall from Dallas, Tx to Charlotte, NC I started my trip at 4:30pm, I didn’t get home until past midnight. I know things happen, but 5x to make me run back and forth in an airport from different terminals is excessive. I also upgraded to comfort + , I didn’t feel it was worth it. There was no benefit

On my way home I had a layover. The flight from ATL to CLT was amended 5x while I was waiting. I could have driven home sooner. Overall from Dallas, Tx to Charlotte, NC I started my trip at 4:30pm, I didn’t get home until past midnight. I know things happen, but 5x to make me run back and forth in an airport from different terminals is excessive.

They did a fine job. Can't wait to use Delta in the future.

There was a loud squeaky sound the whole time we were flying.

Had a broken tray in business class. Crew just shrugged it off.

Everything was great except for the seat. The backrest would not stay in the upright position.

Seats in first class on the E175 recline too far back. I was in 2A, and the man in 1A fully reclined almost the entire flight. It took 6-7 inches of space away from me and made it very difficult to work on my laptop.

I didn’t not like that I could not select my seat and ended up with the worse seat.

There were multiple delays but JetBlue tried to make the boarding and departure process as quick and efficient as possible. The crew was as detached from reality as could be, meaning: not very friendly and just doing things by the numbers.

I had back trouble prior to my flight and everyone was great about helping me.

40 minute delay before take off after boarding flight. Bright lights throughout night flight due Issues with light panels. In flight Entertainment nonfunctional

Another horrible Jet Blue experience. This airline has suffered the biggest decline of all from best to worst. TVs didn’t work (again). internet was temperamental. Boarded late and couldn’t get organized to serve snacks.

I hate their constant delays! It’s as if I cannot confidently make plans for timing when I'm traveling with them. I slept through it, so all I can say is it was good.

My tv was broken on the flight which is disappointing when you pay for a seat and expect a service

Always delays from Boston to Salt lake but this time was very long. Don’t understand while they board the passengers and then make them sit in the plane

There was no wheelchair or wheelchair escort at the gate..unacceptable

One hour delayed departure resulted in problems with planned ground transportation at my destination.

Service for food to our seat was a bit slow. Snack choices were just pretzels or baked chips. My seat cushion was not attached. Other than Barbie, video choice were not very good or current.

Was the longest flight I have ever taken to Orlando. Not Westjet’s fault necessarily. There was a traffic issue in Orlando. We sat in the airplane for about 2 hrs before leaving Calgary on a 5 hour flight was just a little long to be stuck in the plane. Once we arrived in Orlando we were stuck in traffic on the ground for another 30min. I guess maybe the flight could be delayed so boarding would have been later so we wouldn’t have to have the discomfort of being on the plane so long.

Airport monitors did not give the gate for our flight returning Detroit to Vancouver Juice served from glass storage containers are a far more healthy alternative for people. And would also minimize the need for recycling plastic or aluminum containers

I wish that seats closer to the front of the plan were available, but when I booked the flight the seats were VERY expensive so I did not book seats at that time. The day before flying only seats at the back of the plane were available. It takes so long to board the plane and empty the plane on arrival due to SO many roller bags.

I was seated next to someone so obese I had no space and was pushed against the window. I could not even put my tray down or work. My neck still hurts from that experience. They should not let that happen. Large people should have to pay for enough space.

We requested 2 wheel chairs upon arrival. On board an attendant told us to remain in our seats until everyone was off the plane. we were in row 11 and thought we would be off early. After all were off, a different attendant said we should leave, and that the chairs were gone. One was available for my friend who had just spent 9 days in hospital but I had to walk quite some distance. Eventually a cart arrived to take us the rest of the way. This was over an hour after our arrival. The staff at the terminal did their best to help us but if we had been allowed off with the other passengers, our ride home would have been an hour earlier.

Good flight. No I’m seat entertainment. But my phone worked just fine on the west jet app.

I had planned to watch the Westjet entertainment for the entire flight however, because the seat mounted outlets in our row did not work.

Over all good. I had some issues with trying to buy my seat. The Westjet system kept trying to charge my credit card, without getting the seat. In the end after 5 times being charged, I got my seat.

I did not have a meal or entertainment, but flight was comfortable, beverage service was quick, crew was very helpful and pleasant. And a very smooth flight overall.

Not a bad flight but our priority tagged luggage was the very last to come down the carousel.

Wish we had music during take off and landing like the last flight

Crew is ok. They offered food n drinks. Had difficulty connecting to wifi on board.

Great. Porter is very efficient, welcoming, and organized. I fly Porter often.

Flight was smooth and comfortable. The crew were exceptional. Amanda, Nichole and Hershel were attentive to our every need. So friendly. My daughter and I were surprised at quality of service. Loved the double row seating. Snacks were delicious. We would definitely fly with Porter again. Flight PD 670 SFO to YYZ Thank you so much for the best flight experience we have had

The E195-E2 is a great aircraft! Leather seats, lots of legroom and SO quiet! The flight crew is terrific!

First time with Porter. Amazing experience overall, will be my airline of choice in North America whenever possible. Liked the quality of food and how it was served but one suggestion- a hot meal on the longer flights, perhaps?

Flight delayed 6 hr. Looking for compensation and will claim for it.allow US people to fix to avoid huge delay having a canadian tech to fix it.

The airline arrival at the downtown airport is a big plus.. Food and beverage was excellent. Their non weather related cancellation is horrible. Overall I gave the airline 7 over 10 Tips for people flying porter from Boston. The airline doesn’t have inflight entertainment No TV No WIFI. Bring your entertainment with you.

The airline arrival at the downtown airport is a big plus.. Food and beverage was excellent. Their non weather related cancellation is horrible. Overall I gave the airline 7 over 10

Wasn’t on the flight- again. Bad weather in Halifax and I was in an accident. What a poor experience to have to pay for all this flight and not be on it

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Recent round-trip first class deals

 
We’ve provided our cheapest round-trip first class flights to San Francisco found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
8/8Thu
nonstopUnited Airlines
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nonstopUnited Airlines
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$281
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6/28Fri
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$390
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1 stopAmerican Airlines
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6/25Tue
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$222
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$458
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$458
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8/28Wed
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